Southern Odyssey: A Voyage to New Zealand & Subantarctic Islands

SOUTHERN ODYSSEY: A VOYAGE TO NEW ZEALAND AND THE SUBANTARCTIC ISLANDS

22 DAYS FROM $28,790

• Hike and kayak in Abel Tasman National Park, where rainforests stretch to the beach. • Spend two days amid waterfalls, dramatic peaks, and wildlife on Milford and Dusky Sounds. • Explore the wild and remote subantarctic islands, home to millions of penguins.

Expedition Cruise Light or Moderate

DAYS 1–8 I U.S./NORTH ISLAND, NEW ZEALAND Arrive in Auckland and take a city tour. Embark the ship and sail south, stopping to explore by Zodiac and kayak. In bicultural Gisborne, visit the acclaimed Eastwoodhill Arboretum and enjoy a wine tour and tasting. Encounter art deco gems on an architectural tour of Napier, or go on a birding safari. The Hotel Britomart (or similar); National Geographic Orion for the remainder of the trip I Meals: 5B, 5L, 5D DAYS 9–13 I SOUTH ISLAND/SNARES ISLANDS In Abel Tasman National Park, hike through the rainforest with naturalists and swim or kayak in pristine bays. After a day at sea, arrive in Fiordland National Park, and enjoy two days among the dramatic scenery and wildlife of the spectacular Milford and Dusky Sounds. Continue south to the Snares Islands, which harbor endemic flora and fauna and 99 bird species. Meals: 5B, 5L, 5D

DAYS 14–22 I SUBANTARCTIC ISLANDS/ MACQUARIE ISLAND/STEWART ISLAND/ DUNEDIN/U.S. Spend several incredible days exploring New Zealand’s protected subantarctic islands, part of a vast World Heritage–listed marine landscape. By special permission, venture to the Auckland Islands to see New Zealand sea lions, albatrosses, and World War II relics; ride a Zodiac along the shores of wild Enderby Island; and marvel at huge populations of penguins and other seabirds on Australia's Macquarie Island. On the return north, learn about Maori mythology on Stewart Island, and discover the largely untouched rainforest on Ulva Island. Disembark in Dunedin and transfer to the airport for your flight home. Meals: 9B, 8L, 8D

A diverse expedition team, including an Expedition Leader, a photo instructor, and local naturalists will accompany this trip.

Michael Melford National Geographic Photographer Michael Melford has produced more than 50 stories for National Geographic and National Geographic Traveler magazines over the past 30 years. His work has been featured on the cover of National Geographic, as well as in LIFE, Smithsonian, and TIME, among other publications. His assignments have focused on conservation, preservation, and celebrating the beauty of wilderness and national parks around the world.

INFORMATION

This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions. Dates: This expedition is offered in December and January. Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. The internal flight is an additional cost per person. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only and is subject to change at any time without notice.

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A HUMPBACK WHALE IN ALASKA'S COASTAL FJORDS