Heritage Expeditions is a family-owned company specialising in conservation-focused voyages to some of the world’s most remote and untouched destinations. From the striking red coastline of the Kimberley to the icy wilderness of Antarctica, their immersive expeditions offer a truly unmatched travel experience.
Based in New Zealand, this small-ship expedition company has been pioneering remote travel experiences for over 40 years. Heritage Expeditions operates two ships: the 140-guest ship Heritage Adventurer and the 18-guest expedition yacht Heritage Explorer.
With a strong focus on education and immersion, while constantly working to minimise environmental impact, the two vessels explore an extraordinary range of destinations, from the Ross Sea to the islands of Taiwan, Japan, Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands, and Vanuatu.
Standout Destinations
Heritage Expeditions is currently offering 15-20% off selected cabins on these sailings.
1. Asian Island Odyssey: Remote Islands of the Philippines & Indonesia, Taipei to Darwin
- 19 days sailing on Heritage Adventurer
- Departures: June 25 – July 13
- Prices from $19,478
Heitage Expeditions’ island-hopping cruise sails from Taiwan through the sun-soaked islands of the Philippines and Indonesia to Darwin, Australia, offering a rare journey far from the traditional tourist trail. This voyage takes place aboard the 140-guest ship Heritage Adventurer, which will cross both the Tropic of Cancer and the Equator.
Departing for vibrant Taipei, the voyage winds through remote, seldom-visited tropical islands, where guests can discover untouched white-sand beaches, pristine coral gardens and rare native wildlife. These regions are not only among the most biodiverse on Earth, but also rich in fascinating history, cultural heritage and enduring traditions.
A visit to Taiwan’s Yehliu Geopark offers guests the chance to marvel at a surreal landscape of honeycomb-hued rock formations, sculpted into extraordinary shapes by years of sea erosion. Guests will also have the rare opportunity to swim with Whale Sharks before venturing to Tojoman Lagoon to witness thousands of stingless jellyfish. In Bitung, the adventure continues with the chance to spot the critically endangered Crested Black Macaque and the world’s smallest primate, the saucer-eyed Tarsier.
Largely untouched by modern tourism, the postcard-perfect Ngurbloat Beach offers a serene escape where guests can immerse themselves in traditional village life, savour local delicacies, and enjoy authentic cultural exchanges. For a more active experience, guests can join an expert-led sea kayaking excursion, paddling through calm, tropical waters surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty.
2. In the Wake of Scott & Shackleton: Ross Sea Antarctica
- 28 days sailing on Heritage Adventurer
- Departures: January 10, 2026/ February 5, 2026/ January 6, 2027/ February 1, 2027
- Prices from $45,275
The Ross Sea region of Antarctica is among the most remote places on earth, famed for its formidable, year-round ice that confines shipping to just a brief two-month window each austral summer. With opportunities to visit this wilderness limited to a handful of tourist expedition ships, the fully equipped Heritage Adventurer leads the way, thanks to its ice-strengthened hull.
Heritage Expeditions is one of the most experienced Ross Sea operators, having explored the region for more than 35 years. Their In the Wake of Scott & Shackleton voyage is known to be one of the most iconic, featuring in television documentaries and being to go-to choice for many curious travellers.
This remarkable region offers a wealth of unforgettable experiences, from visiting thriving penguin rookeries and marvelling at glacial ice tongues to exploring historic expedition huts. It’s no wonder Antarctica ranks high on every explorer’s bucket list. Guests can observe and photograph seabirds, seals and whales while gaining insight into the region’s unique ecosystem through visits to modern scientific bases and remote field camps.
The journey is enriched by stops at the Subantarctic Islands, including The Snares, Auckland, Macquarie and Campbell Islands, each a vital part of the dynamic Southern Ocean ecosystem, with Antarctica at its core. These remote islands offer a captivating introduction to the breathtaking wilderness that awaits.
3. Kimberley Explorer: Expedition Cruising Australia’s Iconic Kimberley Coast
- 11 days sailing on Heritage Adventurer
- Departures: August 22, 2025/ July 13, 2026/ July 23, 2026/ August 2, 2026
- Prices from $8928
This thrilling expedition to Australia’s Kimberley Coast takes guests deep into its untouched wilderness, revealing a treasure trove of towering, iron-tinged red cliffs, powerful waterfalls, hidden coves and caves, white sand beaches and rare wildlife. Along the way, guests will encounter rich Indigenous heritage, ancient cultural connections and the fascinating history woven into this remarkable landscape.
Guests can witness the awe-inspiring King George Falls as they plunge 80 metres down ancient, 2-billion-year-old cliffs, or explore open-air galleries showing the sacred rock art of the Gwion Gwion and Wandjina peoples. With Heritage Expeditions, you’ll experience the Kimberley at its most authentic and unforgettable.
You’ll cruise to Talbot Bay, experiencing the region’s massive tidal movements and the world’s only Horizontal Dalls, which David Attenborough described as “one of the greatest wonders of the natural world”. Further north, guests can see Montgomery Reef, the world’s largest inshore reef system, which ‘rises’ out of the water when the tide falls, creating a spectacular display of cascading water.
Another surprising aspect of the Kimberley is the presence of WWII relics in the area. At Vansittart Bay, hidden among jagged sandstone monoliths, lies the remarkably preserved skeleton of a WWII Douglas C-53 Skytrooper (DC-3). You’ll also encounter the huge and pristine mangrove system along the Hunter River, which is home to an array of rare species, including the White-bellied Sea Eagle, Osprey, Red-headed Honeyeater, Blue-spotted Mudskippers, Fiddler Crabs and more.
For more information, head to heritageexpeditions.com.au
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