New Zealand's Subantarctic Islands Expedition14 nights, call for pricing

Le Soleal Ship

23 Dec - 6 Jan 2022

Departs
Dunedin
Arrives
Dunedin

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Itinerary

On this expedition aboard Le Soléal, PONANT invites you to discover the wild and untouched beauty of New Zealand' Fiordlands and Subantarctic Islands. Set sail on a 15-day expedition cruise with an exceptional itinerary and allow yourself to be transported to another world where the wildlife rules and you are but visitors. The South West New Zealand World Heritage Area, home to the majestic Dusky Sound, Doubtful Sound and Milford Sound, will allow you to enjoy a Zodiac® cruise and spot Fiordland Crested penguins, get up close to spectacular waterfalls and enjoy the vistas from the ship' outer decks. Often described as the "Galápagos of the Southern Ocean", the Subantarctic Islands of New Zealand are among some of the best preserved and protected environments on the planet where you will experience scenery and wildlife like nowhere else on earth. You will be captivated by the breathtaking scenery, meadows of megaherbs forming a colourful tapestry and towering cliffs buffeted by the power of the waves and wind - the playground of the Royal Albatross. With a myriad of penguins patrolling the black sandy beaches it is truly a nature-lover' dream come true.

Day 1
Dunedin, New Zealand 23 Dec 2021
Day 2
Ulva Island, New Zealand 24 Dec 2021
Day 3
Dusky Sound, New Zealand 25 Dec 2021
Day 3
Doubtful Sound, New Zealand 25 Dec 2021
Day 4
Milford Sound, New Zealand 26 Dec 2021
Day 5
Snares Islands, New Zealand 27 Dec 2021
Day 6
Enderby Island, New Zealand 28 Dec 2021
Day 6
Musgrave Inlet, Auckland Islands, New Zealand 28 Dec 2021
Day 8
Macquarie Island, Tasmania, Australia 30 Dec 2021
Day 9
Macquarie Island, Tasmania, Australia 31 Dec 2021
Day 11
Campbell Island, New Zealand 2 Jan 2022
Day 12
At Sea 3 Jan 2022
Day 13
Antipodes Islands, New Zealand 4 Jan 2022
Day 14
At Sea 5 Jan 2022
Day 15
Dunedin, New Zealand 6 Jan 2022

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Le Soleal Ship

Sailing under the French flag, this magnificent yacht of only 132 staterooms and Suites, with balconies, joined the fleet in July 2013. You will be enchanted by the contemporary decor inspired by the luxury yachting world, with fluid lines and a modern colour scheme combining natural wood with shades of grey and white.

A refined ambiance is enhanced by the quality of the workmanship and materials: white Corian counters in the lobby contrast with the warmth of leather to recall a boat’s hull, while the central sculpture of enamelled pieces takes its inspiration from the sea. In the lounge bar, the carpet picks up a tennis stripe theme symbolising a certain idea of cruising, one synonymous with French elegance and a chic seaside spirit.

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