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. We have many years of operating cruises in New Zealand and are delighted to now have our own vessel, the Caledonian Sky in the region as we know from experience she is the perfect style of vessel for such a cruise. This will be the Caledonian’s Sky maiden cruise around New Zealand and 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, snow-capped mountains, rolling green pasture lands and enchanting sandy bays and coves. In the cities, towns and villages you will encounter that unique combination of New World and British heritage. See some of the most splendid gardens in the Southern Hemisphere, visit some world famous vineyards, encounter fascinating marine and bird life and meet the people, renowned for their warmth and openness. All this will be achieved with great ease.

Our voyage around the North and South Island 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 crafts we will be able to land in otherwise inaccessible places making the most of New Zealand’s extraordinary natural attractions.

Although this cruise is not classified as expeditionary please note that Zodiac landing crafts will be used on some days to explore coastlines and to transport passengers ashore.