New Zealand : Aotearoa Natural Elements Cruise

Departures: Dec-Feb Duration: 12 nights Price: from £5,638

Experience New Zealand's majestic scenery from the comfort of a small cruise ship, the Oceanic Discoverer. With so much to see and do in this exceptionally beautiful country a cruise is the perfect way to see some of its stunning highlights. Enhanced by lectures, presentations and activities, this cruise is the ideal way to make the most of your New Zealand holiday.

 

Introduction

This 12 night cruise, with just 72 passengers, takes in some of the most awe-inspiring sights in New Zealand. Explore this fascinating country with like minded travellers, and learn about its wildlife, history, geology and culture from the guest lecturer and expedition leader. For landings and exploration of rivers and tributaries there is a specially designed excursion vessel and a fleet of Zodiacs. 

There is one cruise starting in Auckland and ending in Milford Sound (Dec 2011) and one in reverse (Feb 2012).

Cruise Highlights:

  • Milford Sound - its calm waters mirror the sheer peaks surrounding it
  • Doubtful and Dusky Sounds - inhabited by unique flora and fauna, including bottlenose and dusky dolphins
  • Stewart Island - beautiful wilderness with native birds, including New Zealand's national bird, the Kiwi
  • Discover Dunedin - explore its historical architecture, art galleries, Settlers Museum and botantical gardens
  • Explore Akaroa - a scenic village nestled in the heart of an ancient volcano
  • Kaikoura Whale Watching - one of the world's best spots for viewing sperm whales
  • Marlborough Sound - follow in the footsteps of Captain Cook and see the monument commemorating his visits
  • Art Deco Napier - a seaside town with wonderful art deco architecture
  • Whangara Beach - an evening of Maori culture and entertainment
  • White Island - a guided walk to the crater of the volcano

     



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