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Cruise Fleet Inclusions, itineraries, onboard facilities & deck plans of each Heritage Expeditions cruise ship.
The 140-guest Heritage Adventurer is a true pioneering expedition vessel of exceptional pedigree. Combining her superior ice-class rating with 14 Zodiacs ensures every guest a thrilling expedition. Enjoy comprehensive expedition cruises...
With the combination of ultimate comfort and breathtaking destinations, the Heritage Explorer offers guests a new way to discover the coastal shores of New Zealand. To maintain its high performance the Heritage Explorer is equipped with...
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Worldwide (2023-25)
The Heritage Expeditions Experience Choose to travel with Heritage Expeditions on your next adventure!
Heritage Expeditions, a family-owned expedition travel company, was established in 1985 by Rodney and Shirley Russ, with the aim of promoting natural world awareness and conservation through responsible tourism.
Rodney, a former biologist for the New Zealand Wildlife Service, recognised the need to expose people to wilderness areas so they could champion conservation efforts. He firmly believed in the synergy between responsible travel and conservation. Today, operated by their sons Aaron and Nathan, Heritage Expeditions manages two ships, the 140 Guest Heritage Adventurer and the 18 Guest Heritage Explorer.
Heritage provides small-ship expedition cruises to numerous destinations within the Southern Hemisphere including Antarctica, the Subantarctic Islands, the islands of Japan, Taiwan, Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, Vanuatu, Philippines, Australia's Kimberley Coast and coastal New Zealand.
Every expedition is meticulously planned to educate travellers about the region, whilst ensuring minimal environmental impact.
Heritage Expeditions commits to conservation, respect for local customs and responsible waste management in all their operations.
Since 2011, Heritage Expeditions has partnered with BirdLife International as a Species Champion for the critically endangered Spoon-billed Sandpiper, as well as contributing annually to the New Zealand Department of Conservation, Tasmanian National Parks and Wildlife Service and Antarctic Heritage Trust.
Heritage Expeditions maintains small groups with a guide-to-client ratio of 1:12, using environmentally responsible expedition equipment. All waste generated is responsibly managed in line with MARPOL regulations and recycling practices.
Moreover, in partnership with True Young Explorer, Heritage Expeditions provides scholarships for young people to join their expeditions. The company holds active memberships in conservation and travel organisations such as the International Association of Antarctic Tour Operators (IAATO), Association of Arctic Expedition Cruise Operators (AECO), Department of Conservation and Forest & Bird, all promoting responsible travel and conservation.
Heritage Expeditions FAQ's Frequently asked questions for those considering travelling with Heritage Expeditions
Heritage Explorer has 2 dedicated single cabins (Wandering). There may be the option to book single occupancy of another cabin category (space dependant, excluding the Royal) at 1.8 times the published per person fare.
Terms & Conditions All the boring small print. We recommend you read them, as no one likes surprises!
- Please read Heritage Expeditions Terms & Conditions (Operator Website)
- Please also read Global Journeys' Terms & Conditions if you haven't already.
