Highlights
The Heritage Explorer is a 30-meter/98-foot expedition yacht that carries 18 guests in 10 cabins on adventure cruises in New Zealand. There are 4 types of cabin, all with ample storage, TV, private en suite bathrooms with walk-in rainfall showers, and a picture porthole. The Royal cabin is located on the Bridge Deck and has a queen size bed. The Salvin’s cabins can have a double bed or 2 lower berths; the Wandering cabins have 1 single berth, and the Buller’s cabin has 1 bunk bed. All staterooms are located on the same deck and have unobstructed ocean views. The on-board chef prepares delicious meals using local produce, and any fresh catches guests make. The menu offers high-quality cuisine as part of the Relais & Chateaux brand. The dining room offers 180-degree panoramas, the lounge, and bar feature regional wines and beers, and a library.
The Heritage Explorer visits some of the most picturesque places in New Zealand, from sunken valleys and towering mountains to crystalline waters and golden coves. New Zealand's world-famous Great Barrier Island, Auckland's subtropical wonderland, conservation park, and a haven for endangered species are within reach, as is Hauraki Gulf, home to some of the country's most beautiful beaches. Another stunning area visited by the Heritage Explorer is Fiordland’s Southern Fiords, which are only accessible by sea and are home to Bottlenose Dolphins, Fiordland Crested Penguins, and New Zealand Fur Seals. The Heritage Explorer also visits Marlborough Sounds, another perfect opportunity to explore secluded bays and watch the dolphins, seals, and other marine life in their natural habitat.
Book your adventure cruise aboard the Heritage Explorer today.
Choose your departure date adventure cruise | snorkelling only
Included: VAT, National Park Fees, Port Fees, Alcoholic Drinks at Dinner, Drinking Water, Soft Drinks at Meal Times, Tea & Coffee, Wine with Dinner, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Fishing, Kayaks, Land Excursions, Naturalist Guide, Beach Towels, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries.
Optional Extras: Gratuities, Alcoholic Beverages, Soft drinks, WiFi internet.
Book now, pay later: You can easily place your booking online. We will then hold the spaces for you and you can confirm with a payment later.
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Boat features
Food & Drinks
If you have any specific dietary requirements whilst on-board your cruise, you can add this to your special requests on step 2 of the booking form. We advise limiting these requests to religious beliefs or food allergies.
Languages Spoken
The crew speaks English.
Drawings & Vessel Layouts
Accommodation
Boat Specifications
- Year built 2004
- Year renovated 2007
- Length 30 meters
- Beam 7.8 meters
- Cruising speed 10 knots
- Engines 653 horsepower
- Max guests 18
- Number of cabins 10
- Number of bathrooms 10
- Tenders 2
