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Coastal Cruise

14 day New Zealand’s Islands & Fiordland

Coastal Exploration of New Zealand’s Islands, Fiordland, Plants & Gardens

Embark the small ship, Heritage Adventurer, for an 11-night cruise along the eastern coasts of New Zealand’s North and South islands, as well as Stewart Island and remarkable Fiordland. See the award-winning Hamilton Gardens, as well as several private gardens, and sail into secluded harbours in search of diverse seabird species. Spend two days exploring the spectacular wilderness of Dusky and Doubtful sounds before concluding amid the alpine landscapes of Queenstown.  

This journey departs:

  • 11 November 2026

AucklandQueenstown
14 Days Coastal Cruise

Highlights

The following highlights provide an overview of some of the captivating encounters awaiting you on tour.

Inclusions

Seen below are your tour’s inclusions. They ensure you’re free to enjoy each day’s discoveries without worry or distraction.

Escorted by an expert Botanical Guide, Cruise Director and Expedition Team 

11-night cruise aboard the Heritage Adventurer for up to 28 Botanica guests and two nights’ accommodation in a centrally located four-star hotel in Queenstown  

Return private transfers from door to door, tipping and porterage, port taxes, plus 36 meals and select beverages   

All sightseeing, shore excursions and entrance fees as per the itinerary

Learn from your Botanical Guide and specialist expedition team about the unique and endemic plants of New Zealand as well as the birdlife 

Visit Stewart Island as well as the Fiords of Dusky and Doubtful Sounds 

Explore private gardens and meet their owners 

See magnificent Abel Tasman National Park, Marlborough Sound and Hamilton Gardens 

Itinerary

Trip Notes

  • Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change   

  • Fitness rating: Medium  

  • Shared charter for up to 28 Botanica guests aboard the Heritage Adventurer, which has a capacity of 140 guests. Cruise is in partnership with Heritage Expeditions. 

  • Our experience of gardens, their flora, and other aspects of nature, is subject to weather conditions and seasonality, which may vary  

  • During our voyage, circumstances may make it necessary or desirable to deviate from the proposed itinerary. This can include poor weather and opportunities for making unplanned excursions. Your Expedition Leader will keep you fully informed. 

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