Cruising Types
Luxury Expedition
Combine the adventure of expedition sailing with the comfort and elegance of luxury cruising. These ships offer 4.5-5 star service, high quality dining and accommodation and highly trained crew to ensure you travel in comfort and style to remote wilderness destinations. The ships are complete with Zodiacs, expert expedition staff and lecturers, sophisticated navigation equipment and specialised technical equipment for expedition cruising. Luxury Expedition cruising suits adventure-seeking travellers with discerning tastes.
Current Packages
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KIMBERLEY ICONIC KIMBERLEY
FROM$14,500pp
READ MOREDiscover King George River, Twin Falls, Hunter River, Collier Bay, Montgomery Reef and the Buccaneer Archipelago whilst cruising in comfort onboard Ponant's luxurious expedition ship Le Soleal or Le Laperouse. A living indigenous culture dating back more than 40,000 years!
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. Tasmania Circumnavigation
FROM$8,335pp
READ MOREA 9 night luxury cruise aboard PONANT's Le Soleal, discovering Tasmania. Enjoy relaxed yet elegant French ambiance as you explore Port Arthur, Port Davey, King Island, Tamar Valley and more. October & November 2021.
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. Food, Wine & Yacht Race in Tasmania
FROM$10,035pp
READ MOREExplore the best of Tasmania's natural coastal wonders as well as the island state's wonderful food and wine on an expedition itinerary on board Le Lapérouse, and celebrate New Year in Hobart with the arrival of the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race. December 2021.
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. Queensland's Islands and Reefs
FROM$6,912pp
READ MOREA 7 night luxury, soft expedition adventure aboard PONANT's Le Laperouse from Cairns to Brisbane. Willis Island, Percy Island, Hardy Reef and more. December 2021.
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FAR NORTH QUEENSLAND Outerknown Adventures on the Great Barrier Reef
FROM$5,079pp
READ MOREDiscover the Great Barrier Reef, exploring the remote and untouched Northern reef precinct. A 7 night adventure with just 72 guests aboard Coral Expeditions’ Coral Discoverer! 2022 & 2023 departures
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THE AUSTRALIAN TOP END Cape York and Arnhem Land
FROM$12,829pp
READ MOREExplore the Northern Australian coastline and immerse yourself in the diverse cultures of Indigenous Australia with this exclusive Cape York & Arnhem Land itinerary with Coral Expeditions. April 2022
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. Treasures of the South Australian Coast and Tasmania
FROM$4,739pp
READ MOREA 7 night luxury, soft expedition adventure aboard PONANT's Le Laperouse from Sydney to Hobart. Jervis Bay, Eden, Maria Island, Hobart and more. December 2022.
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. Australia, NZ & South Pacific
FROM$18,835pp
READ MOREAustralia, New Caledonia, Vanuatu, Fiji, New Zealand .... 30 days of luxurious bliss aboard Silversea's Silver Shadow! Be in quick to receive sensational bonuses and savings! Departs Sydney March 2022.
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. Exploring Australia's East Coast Islands
FROM$6,109pp
READ MOREAllow yourself to fall under the spell of this East Coast Australia itinerary that has been specially designed for travellers looking for unspoiled islands and turquoise lagoons. A 10-day expedition cruise with PONANT discovering the treasures of the Great Barrier Reef.
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. Silversea Sydney to Auckland
FROM$15,499pp
READ MOREEnjoy Christmas onboard Silversea's luxurious Silver Muse this year! Sydney, Tasmania, Milford Sound, Dunedin, Akaroa, Picton, Tauranga and more! 15 nights of luxury! Departing 20 December 2022.
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. Silversea Darwin to Femantle
FROM$19,199pp
READ MOREExplore the gorgeous coastline of Western Australia from Darwin to Fremantle with Silversea's luxury expedition voyage with Silver Explorer. The Kimberley, Buccaneer Archipelago, Exmouth, Montebello Islands, Abrolhos Islands, Fremantle and more! August 2023.
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. Torres Strait and Cape York
FROM$11,665pp
READ MOREAn incredible 10 night cruise with Australian-owned Coral Expeditions, cruising the Torres Strait and Cape York. 72 guests, included excursions, remote islands and reefs, coastal walks, magic and mystery! Departs November 2021 or October 2022.
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Solomon Islands and Papua New Guinea ANCIENT CULTURES OF PNG
FROM$9,245pp
READ MOREDeparting from Honiara, embark for an extraordinary 12 day adventure to discover very rich local cultures and exceptional underwater life.
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. Scott & Shackleton's Antarctic-Ross Sea Expedition
FROM$27,299pp
READ MOREEmbark on an extraordinary adventure to the seldom visited Ross Sea from New Zealand, and walk in the footsteps of legendary polar explorers on this exciting 21 night expedition. January 2023
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. New Zealand's Subantarctic Islands Expedition
FROM$13,770pp
READ MOREDiscover the wild isolation of New Zealand’s southern-most islands on this fascinating voyage to Macquarie and the Subantarctic Islands. Recognised as one of the world’s greatest biodiversity "hotspots" these islands are abundant in wildlife and birdlife. Departing December 2021 with Ponant Cruises.
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. New Zealand South Island Expedition
FROM$5,649pp
READ MORESet sail aboard Le Soléal for an 8-day brand-new expedition cruise to discover the South Island of New Zealand and the remote Snares Islands. January 2022
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. Natural Treasures of New Zealand
FROM$9,085pp
READ MOREDunedin, Milford Sound, Dusky Sound, Akaroa, Wellington, Auckland and more ... Discover the natural treasures of New Zealand aboard Ponant's 11 night cruise with Le Laperouse. January 2022.
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. Scott & Shackleton's Antarctic-Ross Sea Expedition
FROM$29,285pp
READ MOREEmbark on an extraordinary adventure to the seldom visited Ross Sea from New Zealand, and walk in the footsteps of legendary polar explorers on this exciting 21 night expedition. January & February 2022
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Auckland to Lyttleton THE BEST OF NEW ZEALAND
FROM$6,989pp
READ MOREDiscover New Zealand, a unique destination with a multitude of natural treasures. Set sail aboard Le Lapérouse for a 10-day cruise from Auckland to Lyttelton. January 2022
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. New Zealand Mosaic
FROM$5,019pp
READ MOREDiscover sublime New Zealand landscapes with exceptional diversity: volcanoes, hot springs, geysers, rivers, gorges and lakes, vineyards. February 2022
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. Ancient Fiords & Unspoiled Islands of Southern New Zealand
FROM$9,549pp
READ MORESet sail aboard Le Soléal for a 12-day brand-new expedition cruise to discover the South Island of New Zealand between enchanting landscapes and observation of extraordinary wildlife, in one of the best-preserved environments on the planet.
