If you have promised yourself that one day you will tour New Zealand, but have not been enticed by the thought of touring by coach or self-drive car, then our coastal cruise could be the answer. After all, the islands of New Zealand are perfect for exploration by sea as most of the main scenic attractions are close to the coast.

Our coastal voyage will introduce you to an unspoiled and unpolluted landscape of remarkable natural beauty. There are steep-sided glacial fjords, geysers and boiling mud, coastal rain forests, snowcapped mountains, rolling green pasture lands and enchanting sandy bays and coves. In the cities, towns and villages you will encounter that unique combination of NewWorld and British heritage.

All this will be achieved with great ease. Our voyage around the North and South Islands will allow us to drop anchor in the remote bays, navigate channels, fjords and rivers and call into harbours both large and small.With our Zodiac landing craft we will be able to land in otherwise inaccessible places making the most of New Zealand’s extraordinary natural attractions.

Please note that although we do not class this cruise as an expedition cruise, Zodiac landing craft will be used on some days.