Active Adventures

Active Adventures

Many small ship cruises offer the ability to get active and enjoy the stunning surroundings that you will be visiting aboard your small ship cruise. Hiking, snorkelling, sea kayaking are all common activities available on a number of small ship cruises. At the end of an exciting day of activity, return to the ship for a delicious dinner and a comfortable night aboard your floating home.

If you don't find your perfect activity listed below, contact our small ship cruising specialists who will be able to talk you through the options available to ensure that you get your perfect balance of activities, on shore adventures and cruising time.

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South & Central America / Galapagos

10 Day Galapagos Expedition aboard NG Endeavour II

10 days from
$NZD 935 per day
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Unique, immersive style of travel Experiencing the Galápagos Islands on an expedition is an unrivaled experience. And …

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Antarctica / Antarctic Peninsula

Antarctica - Basecamp Voyage

13 days from
$NZD 1,207 per day
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The Antarctic Peninsula Basecamp cruise offers you a myriad of ways to explore and enjoy the Antarctic …

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Antarctica / Antarctic Peninsula

Antarctica Classic - 11 Day Cruise from Ushuaia

11 days from
$NZD 1,118 per day

Vivid emerald, violet tints, intense blue and crimson light—the Antarctic Peninsula is anything but a world of …

  • Antarctic Peninsula ExpeditionExpedition
  • Antarctica Classic - 11 Day Cruise from Ushuaia in Antarctic Peninsula: ship
  • Next departure on Nov. 22, 2024
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Antarctica / Antarctic Peninsula

Antarctica Classic in Depth - 13 Day Cruise From Ushuaia

13 days from
$NZD 1,030 per day

This 13-day expedition introduces you to the magic of the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula. …

  • Antarctic Peninsula ExpeditionExpedition
  • Antarctica Classic in Depth - 13 Day Cruise From Ushuaia in Antarctic Peninsula: ship
  • Next departure on Nov. 11, 2024
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Antarctica / Antarctic Peninsula

Antarctica - Discovery and Learning Voyage

10 days from
$NZD 1,086 per day
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The 'Classic Antarctic' route. This cruise delivers you to wondrous landscapes found in one of the harshest …

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Antarctica / Antarctic Peninsula

Antarctica & Patagonia Expedition - Southbound

18 days from
$NZD 1,071 per day
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The national parks of Patagonia The expedition begins in the UNESCO city of Valparaíso, sailing to rustic …

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Antarctica / Antarctic Peninsula

Antarctica - Weddell Sea Explorer Basecamp - The Best Activity Voyage in the Iconic Weddell Sea

13 days from
$NZD 1,286 per day
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The Weddell Sea Explorer Basecamp cruise offers you a myriad of ways to explore and enjoy the …

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  • Antarctica - Weddell Sea Explorer Basecamp - The Best Activity Voyage in the Iconic Weddell Sea in Antarctic Peninsula: ship
  • Next departure on March 17, 2026
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Antarctica / Antarctica & South Georgia

Antarctic Wildlife Adventure - 23 Days

23 days from
$NZD 1,071 per day
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Experience the essence of Antarctica: a white wilderness of spectacular icescapes, obliging marine wildlife, scenic narrow channels, …

  • Antarctica & South Georgia ExpeditionExpedition
  • Antarctic Wildlife Adventure - 23 Days in Antarctica & South Georgia: ship
  • Next departure on Feb. 26, 2025
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Arctic / Greenland

Arctic Sights and Northern Lights Expedition Cruise

12 days from
$NZD 1,019 per day
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Vast, unspoiled, virtually uninhabited—East Greenland’s Scoresby Sund is an Arctic wilderness of transcendent quality. This memorable voyage …

  • Greenland ExpeditionExpedition
  • Arctic Sights and Northern Lights Expedition Cruise in Greenland: ship
  • Next departure on Sept. 1, 2024
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Arctic / Canadian Arctic

Arctic Watch Wilderness Lodge Land Tour

10 days from
$NZD 2,196 per day
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800 kilometers north of the Arctic Circle, home to polar bears, muskoxen, Arctic foxes, and a world-class …

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North America / Alaska

A Remarkable Journey to Alaska, British Columbia & Haida Gwaii

15 days from
$NZD 995 per day
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By special invitation, visit the remote, moss-draped archipelago of Haida Gwaii—the ancestral territory of the Haida Nation. …

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South & Central America / Central America

Costa Rica and the Panama Canal Adventure Cruise

8 days from
$NZD 1,257 per day
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Exploring Costa Rica and Panama is a singular experience that combines biodiverse jungle wildlife with an in-depth …

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Antarctica / Antarctic Peninsula

Crossing 66º South Latitude - Antarctic Circle Expedition

14 days from
$NZD 1,402 per day
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Experience the essence of Antarctica: a white wilderness of spectacular icescapes, obliging marine wildlife, scenic narrow channels, …

  • Antarctic Peninsula ExpeditionExpedition
  • Crossing 66º South Latitude - Antarctic Circle Expedition in Antarctic Peninsula: ship
  • Next departure on Jan. 24, 2025
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North America / Alaska

Exploring Alaska's Coastal Wilderness

8 days from
$NZD 1,101 per day
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Unique, immersive style of travel Exploring Southeast Alaska on our expeditions is an unrivalled experience, and your …

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North America / Western Canada

Exploring British Columbia and the San Juan Islands

8 days from
$NZD 1,015 per day
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Discover the pristine wilderness, First Nations history, and seaside communities of the Pacific Northwest. Trace the coast …

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Arctic / Canadian Arctic

Fabled Lands Of The North: Greenland to Newfoundland

16 days from
$NZD 1,678 per day
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Embark the National Geographic Explorer for a thrilling exploration of the far north’s ice-carved landscapes, sailing from …

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Antarctica / Antarctica & South Georgia

Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica - 22 Day Expedition

22 days from
$NZD 1,009 per day

Challenge. Desolation. Unlimited wonder. It’s not difficult to grasp what attracted the great explorers to Antarctica. Get …

  • Antarctica & South Georgia ExpeditionExpedition
  • Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica - 22 Day Expedition in Antarctica & South Georgia: ship
  • Next departure on Oct. 22, 2024
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NZ & Australia / New Zealand

Fiordland / Te Wahipounamu New Zealand Cruise

7 days from
$NZD 678 per day

Explore Doubtful, Breaksea and Dusky Sounds, including Preservation and Chalky Inlets, aboard the Fiordland Jewel Soak in …

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South & Central America / Galapagos

Galápagos Aboard National Geographic Endeavour II + Peru's Land of the Inca

16 days from
$NZD 1,112 per day
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Embark on a sweeping adventure that encapsulates all the wildness of Galápagos balanced with the cultural and …

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South & Central America / South America

In-depth Patagonia & Chilean Fjords Expedition

16 days from
$NZD 767 per day
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Join our expedition cruise through Patagonia and the Chilean fjords from Ushuaia to Valparaíso. You’ll visit remotenational …

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Mediterranean / Atlantic Ocean

Islands of the Azores: Basalt Peaks to Volcanic Vineyards

9 days from
$NZD 1,737 per day
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Towering basalt peaks, bubbling hot springs, nutrient-rich waters, emerald green farmlands, and the fascinating history of the …

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Asia / Indonesia

Kimberley Expedition: Northwest Australia & Indonesia

16 days from
$NZD 1,482 per day
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Discover dramatic landscapes etched with ancient human history in the Kimberley, and sail to remote island villages …

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NZ & Australia / Australia

Kimberley Fishing Expedition

7 days from
$NZD 1,292 per day
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Offering some of the best fishing in the world, spectacular scenery and perfect weather the Kimberley is …

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North America / Alaska

Last Frontier Adventure - Alaska Cruise

8 days from
$NZD 861 per day
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The Last Frontier Adventure is designed for guests seeking more time in wilderness areas and a higher …

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Northern Europe / Scandinavia

Norwegian Discovery: Svalbard and the Northern Fjords

10 days from
$NZD 2,404 per day
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Fall under the spell of the legendary beauty of Norway’s coastline, and venture to the far north …

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South & Central America / Caribbean

Panama and Colombia: Exploring the Caribbean Coast

8 days from
$NZD 1,159 per day
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Discover an astonishing trove of natural and cultural treasures as you navigate the Caribbean coast of Panama …

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Africa / North Africa

Passage Through Egypt - Nile River Cruise

12 days from
$NZD 1,671 per day
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Discover the many facets of Egypt. Stay in the finest accommodations, sail the Nile’s grandest ship, and …

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  • Passage Through Egypt - Nile River Cruise in North Africa: ship
  • Next departure on Oct. 12, 2024
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Antarctica / Antarctic Peninsula

Quest for the Antarctic Circle - 14 Day Expedition from Ushuaia

14 days from
$NZD 1,178 per day

A massive rookery of penguins shuffles across a frozen shore; a pod of whales glides through frigid …

  • Antarctic Peninsula ExpeditionExpedition
  • Quest for the Antarctic Circle - 14 Day Expedition from Ushuaia in Antarctic Peninsula: ship
  • Next departure on Dec. 21, 2024
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Northern Europe / British Isles

Scotland's Wild Islands & Lands of Legends with Wild Earth Travel

13 days from
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Wild Earth Escorted Tour ( to & from Edinburgh ) For those who go off the beaten …

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Antarctica / Antarctica & South Georgia

Spirit of Shackleton - 21 Day Antarctica & South Georgia Expedition

21 days from
$NZD 1,347 per day

Experience vast penguin rookeries and seal colonies on this awe-inspiring voyage to Antarctica, South Georgia, and the …

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  • Spirit of Shackleton - 21 Day Antarctica & South Georgia Expedition in Antarctica & South Georgia: ship
  • Next departure on Jan. 11, 2025
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NZ & Australia / Australia

Tasmania Discovery Tour - 7 Days

7 days from
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Our 7 Day Tasmania in Circle tour is our most popular offering. Designed to fit neatly into …

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Mediterranean / Atlantic Ocean

The Canadian Maritimes and Newfoundland

9 days from
$NZD 1,694 per day
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Embark on a satisfying circumnavigation of Newfoundland aboard National Geographic Explorer and sail into Eastern Canada's breathtaking …

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North America / Alaska

The Northwest Passage

25 days from
$NZD 3,830 per day
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The Hudson Strait, Foxe Basin, Fury and Hecla Strait, all legendary names, follow one another and will …

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North America / Alaska

Voyage to Great Bear Rainforest: Native Culture & Wildlife in the Land of the Spirit Bear

8 days from
$NZD 1,015 per day
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Aboard National Geographic Venture, explore the northern coast of British Columbia and sail into Great Bear Rainforest, …

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Antarctica / Antarctic Peninsula

Weddell Sea - In Search of the Emperor Penguin incl. Helicopters

11 days from
$NZD 1,896 per day
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A true expedition, our Weddell Sea cruise sets out to explore the range of the Emperor Penguins …

  • Antarctic Peninsula ExpeditionExpedition
  • Weddell Sea - In Search of the Emperor Penguin incl. Helicopters in Antarctic Peninsula: ship
  • Next departure on Nov. 10, 2024
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North America / Alaska

Wild Alaska Escape: Haines, the Inian Islands, and Tracy Arm Fjord

6 days from
$NZD 934 per day
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Explore Alaska on an active, exciting expedition to see the region’s iconic wildlife and epic landscapes in …

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North America / Alaska

Wild Alaska Escape: LeConte Bay, Wrangell & the Misty Fjords

6 days from
$NZD 934 per day
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Exploring the southern regions of Southeast Alaska on our expedition is an unrivalled experience. Navigate narrow channels …

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North America / West Coast (USA)

Wild California Escape: Channel Islands National Park

5 days from
$NZD 928 per day
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Embark on an unprecedented five-day expedition into wildness and wellness in the remote and remarkable Channel Islands. …

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South & Central America / Central America

Wild Costa Rica Escape: Exploring Guanacaste’s Natural Wonders

6 days from
$NZD 1,030 per day
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On this six-day voyage in Guanacaste, guests are surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty. From picture-perfect beaches to …

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South & Central America / Galapagos

Wild Galápagos Escape 7 Day Adventure

7 days from
$NZD 1,402 per day
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Departs Tuesdays year round. Explore Darwin’s islands in one action-filled week aboard our new National Geographic Islander …

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South & Central America / Galapagos

Wild Galápagos & Peru Escape Adventure Cruise

10 days from
$NZD 1,312 per day
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Experience the best of Galápagos, and Machu Picchu too, in ten action-packed days. Starting in Lima on …

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