Ponant: Le Soleal
Expedition to New Zealand’s Subantarctic Islands
Dunedin Return
14 Nights:
2025: 29 December
2026: 12 January, 28 December
2027: 11 January
Discover the wild and untouched beauty of New Zealand’s 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.
New Zealand’s Subantarctic Islands are some of the most pristine and well-protected environments on the planet, offering scenery and wildlife unlike anything else on Earth. Prepare to be mesmerized by stunning landscapes, vibrant meadows of megaherbs creating a colorful patchwork, and towering cliffs shaped by the relentless forces of wind and waves—a haven for the majestic Royal Albatross. With countless penguins wandering the black sandy shores, this destination is a true paradise for bird enthusiasts due to the wide array of species to be seen.
Ponant Cruise Inclusions:
All meals
Open Bar: featuring a wide selection of drinks (mineral water, soft drinks, wine, beer, Charles Heidsieck champagne, spirits, coffee, tea)
Presentations by onboard experts and guides
Activities offered during expedition cruises
Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the ship
Pricing:
From AU$15,930 per person in Superior Stateroom
Pricing is based on twin share in AUD on the January 2027 sailing.
For alternative cabins categories and your preferred dates please talk to your Our Cruise Specialists
14 Nights – Expedition to New Zealand’s Subantarctic Islands:
Day 1. Embark: Dunedin
Day 2. Ulva Island
Day 3. Dusky Sound & Doubtful Sound
Day 4. Milford Sound
Day 5. Snares Islands
Day 6. Enderby Island & Musgrave Inlet, Auckland Islands
Day 7. At Sea
Day 8. Macquarie Island
Day 9. Macquarie Island
Day 10. At Sea
Day 11. Campbell Island
Day 12. At Sea
Day 13. Antipodes Islands
Day 14. At Sea
Day 15. Disembark: Dunedin
Itineraries may be changed at the cruise lines discretion
Le Soleal has an elegant appearance and refined interior design combined with cutting-edge technology to offer a new type of cruising: adventure in a luxury setting. She conveys the French art of living to all the oceans of the world.
Our Cruise Conditions:
YOUR PAYMENTS TO OUR WORLD LTD ARE PROTECTED BY TAANZ. Unless otherwise stated, prices include SHARE TWIN / DOUBLE cabins and inclusions as specified. Special conditions apply for all Bonus Inclusions. Prices are in Australian dollars and subject to currency fluctuations and are for payment by direct deposit into our New Zealand bank account. Q Card & Credit Card prices are available on application. A cruise deposit will be required and time of booking. Amendment and cancellation fees do apply and can be up to 100% after booking is confirmed. Our prices exclude international airfares unless otherwise stated, however should airfares be purchased they are usually non-refundable, non-transferable, name changes are not permitted, include all prepayable airline surcharges, levies and airport taxes, require full payment for ticketing purposes at time of booking, and additional airfare rules will apply – please contact our specialists for more information. Our cruise deals are capacity controlled and restrictions may apply, and accommodation & airfares may not be available at time of booking. Images displayed are indicative and will vary by ship and cabin. Prices were correct as at 23 December 2024 and are subject to change without notification and our Website Conditions & Booking Conditions apply.