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Undiscovered Dusky Sound - Heritage Expeditions
Validity Dates 17 Jul 2023 to 16 Aug 2024
Start Price AU $4,625 per person
Cruise Heritage Explorer, Undiscovered Dusky Sound ex Te Anau Return
Cruise Line Heritage Expeditions
Ship Heritage Explorer
Destination South Pacific & New Zealand
Brief Description Cruise 4 nights with Heritage Expeditions and discover the primordial majesty of Fiordland on an unforgettable voyage cruising Acheron Passage, Breaksea and Dusky Sounds.
Type of Special 5 day Cruise Only
Departure Date 16 Sep 2024
Inclusions Discover the primordial majesty of Fiordland on an unforgettable voyage cruising Acheron Passage, Breaksea and Dusky Sounds with New Zealand`s pioneering small ship expedition cruise company Heritage Expeditions.

Starting and concluding with a thrilling, scenic helicopter flight between Te Anau and Supper Cove, this 5-day voyage sees you exploring the sheltered waters, hidden coves, islands and astounding scenery of World Heritage Area Dusky Sound, one of Fiordland`s largest fiords some 40-kilometres long and studded with more than 350 islands. Only accessible by sea, Dusky Sound is among the most isolated areas on New Zealand`s mainland.

Waterfalls, streams, rivers and fiords are enveloped with misty veils that come and go, revealing steep gradients of mountain peaks and sheltered valleys. However, it is this isolation that has ensured the pristine, epic beauty remains unspoiled and historic sites undisturbed.

Rightly famous for its epic, grand scale scenery, untamed wilderness and unique wildlife including Bottlenose Dolphins, Fiordland Crested Penguins and New Zealand Fur Seals, Fiordland is also rich in natural history, geology and the location of several historical New Zealand firsts and important restoration and conservation projects which you will visit. The luxurious 18-guest expedition yacht Heritage Explorer is perfect for navigating Fiordland`s narrow waterways, fiords and island clusters off limits to larger vessels. You will also use two tenders to explore further and make landings, visit historic sites and enjoy a range of walks. On board you will also find kayaks to explore at your leisure and fishing gear to perhaps catch the evening meal.

Discover the calm waters of Dusky Sound in solitude and explore some of the most unique and wild parts of Fiordland on this bucket list voyage.
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Cruise only price includes:
- One way helicopter transfer from Te Anau to Supper Cove
- Transfer from helicopter to ship
- 4 night expedition cruise aboard the Heritage Explorer (18 guests) from Supper Cove return
- All shipboard main meals
- House beer, wine and soft drinks with lunch and dinner onboard
- All expedition shore excursions, activities
- Discovery Local Fund/landing fees
- Programme of lectures by noted naturalists
- One way helicopter transfer from Supper Cove to Te Anau

Premium Drinks Package available for $130 per person
Queenstown accommodation packages are available - please ask your consultant about these at time of enquiry.
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Price excludes: All items of a personal nature, laundry, drinks, gratuities. International/domestic flights, helicopter excursion, kayaking, visas and travel insurance.
Special Conditions *Conditions Apply: All prices shown here are per person twin share (unless stated as single sole use occupancy) in AUD (unless otherwise specified), based on best available cruise fare at time of publication (13Jul23). Some cabins may have obstructed views. Cruise deposit, amendment and cancellation conditions apply. Travel agent service fees may apply. Special conditions apply - please ask for full details at time of enquiry. All passports, vaccinations and visas are the responsibility of the travelling guest to secure prior to departure from Australia. Please note that the prices shown here are not shown in real time. Transfers only included if guests are arriving/departing by air at specific airports on exact package dates as noted above. Offer subject to availability at time of booking. We reserve the right to correct errors without penalty.
Sailing Dates
  • 16 Sep 2024
Prices
Category Twin Per Person Single Per Person
Buller's AU $4,625 Request Price
Salvin's Double AU $5,145 Request Price
Salvin's Twin AU $5,145 Request Price
Wandering AU $5,375 Request Price
Royal AU $6,195 Request Price
Itinerary

Cruise Itinerary

DayDateActivityArriveDepart
1 16/09 Te Anau, New Zealand Flight to Dusky Sound
1 16/09 Dusky Sound, New Zealand Embark
2 17/09 Dusky Sound, New Zealand
3 18/09 Dusky Sound, New Zealand
4 19/09 Acheron Passage, New Zealand
5 20/09 Dusky Sound, New Zealand Disembark Helicopter Flight to Te Anau
5 20/09 Te Anau, New Zealand
All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.

* Unless otherwise noted all pricing is on a per person twin share basis. All prices based on cash payment - credit card fees may apply. Cruise deposit, amendment and cancellation conditions apply. Special conditions may apply - please ask for full details at time of enquiry. All passports, vaccinations and visas are the responsibility of the travelling guest to secure prior to departure from Australia. Any pricing not in Australian Dollars will be converted on the day of payment into the relevant currency based on our daily rate of exchange. Please note that many of the prices shown on this website are not shown in real time. Whilst we endeavour to keep our pricing as up-to-date as possible, the advertised prices shown here may differ slightly from the live prices in our booking system. All pricing and offers are subject to availability at time of booking. Whilst all information is correct at the time of publication, offers are subject to change. We reserve the right to correct errors without penalty. Please submit any data errors/omissions you may notice on this site.

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