Discover Marlborough Sounds: An In-Depth Exploration of the Marlborough Sounds

Dec 8 - 14, 2026

Sail through sheltered waterways, explore remote bays, and encounter dolphins, seals, and rare birdlife in one of New Zealand’s most breathtaking coastal regions. With expert guides, immersive shore excursions, and all-inclusive comfort onboard, this journey offers a perfect blend of adventure, nature, and relaxation.

Itinerary

Tue, Dec 8: Blenheim, New Zealand
1. Discover Marlborough Sounds
2. Blenheim
Wed, Dec 9: Queen Charlotte Sound, New Zealand
1. Queen Charlotte Sound
Thu, Dec 10: Queen Charlotte Sound, New Zealand
No activities planned.
Fri, Dec 11: Dumont d'Urville Station, Antarctica
1. Dumont d'Urville Station
Sat, Dec 12: Pelorus Sound, New Zealand
1. Pelorus Sound
Sun, Dec 13: Pelorus Sound, New Zealand
No activities planned.
Mon, Dec 14: Blenheim, New Zealand
1. Blenheim

Full Itinerary

Pricing
DAYS 7
SHIP: Heritage Explorer
DEPARTURES: 20 Nov 2026| 2 Dec 2026| 8 Dec 2026|19 Apr 2027| 25 Apr 2027| 17 May 2027| 23 May 2027| 12 Nov 2027| 18 Nov 2027| 24 Nov 2027
Prices from $3,835 USD per person
Inclusions & Exclusions
Includes:
- Landing fees
- Pre and Post cruise transfers
- All on board ship accommodation with meals
- All shore excursions and activities
- House drinks and expert on board naturalist guides
- GST (goods & services tax)
Excludes:
- Premium Drinks Package $135 pp
- All items of a personal nature
- Laundry
- Gratuities
- Domestic flights
- International flights
- Extensions of travel
- Travel insurance