From: New Zealand, Dunedin
To: New Zealand, Dunedin
Dates: 11.01.2027 - 25.01.2027
Duration: 14 Nights
Ship: LE SOLÉAL

Expedition to New Zealand’s Subantarctic Islands

PONANT invites you to 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. From Dunedin, the Edinburgh of New Zealand that is a lively student city with a rich Scottish Heritage, you will reach Ulva Island. This first call on Paterson Inlet is renowned as an extraordinary nature sanctuary. Our team of naturalists and destination experts will be on hand to show you some of the rarest bird species in the world. You will follow your voyage towards Fiordland National Park, which is part of Te Wähipounamu, a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site, home to the majestic Dusky Sound, Doubtful Sound and Milford Sound.  You will enjoy a zodiac cruise and spot Fiordland crested penguins, get up close to spectacular waterfalls and enjoy the vistas from the ship’s outer decks. You will then head to the Snares islands, a haven for the country’s wildlife with some 35,000 endemic Snares Gorfous and a colony of around a thousand fur seals before discovering Macquarie Island, part of Australia. Often described as the Galápagos of the Southern Ocean, the Subantarctic Islands of New Zealand are among some of the best preserved and protected environments on the planet, where you will experience scenery and wildlife like nowhere else on Earth. You will be captivated by the breathtaking scenery, meadows of megaherb forming a colourful tapestry, and towering cliffs buffeted by the power of the waves and wind - the playground of the Royal Albatross. With a myriad of penguins patrolling the black sandy beaches it is truly a nature-lover’s dream come true. Your ship will finally reach Dunedin, the end of your voyage. Any disembarkation on the Subantarctic Islands is subject to weather conditions and on obtaining the authorisation of the local authorities. To preserve the wild environment of these islands, the number of visitors is in fact strictly controlled. Wherever possible, we will run Zodiac excursions around their shorelines in order to guarantee the best possible experience for all guests if it is not possible to disembark.

LE SOLÉAL

  • Length: 142 m
  • Beam: 18 m
  • Draft: 4,7 m
  • Ice class: 1C
  • Classification: Bureau Veritas
  • Flag: French
  • Guest decks: 6
  • Zodiacs: 11
  • Tonnage: 10 944 UMS
  • Electric motors: 2 X 2 300 KW
  • Power: 6 400 KW
  • Construction: Fincantieri-Ancône-Italie
  • Guests: 264
  • Cabins: 132
  • Crew: 145
Ship in Details

Cruise Itinerary

Day
Date
Location
Arr
Dep
1
Jan 11, 2027
New Zealand, Dunedin
16:00*
19:00
2
Jan 12, 2027
New Zealand, Ulva Island
-
-
3
Jan 13, 2027
New Zealand, Doubtful Sound
-
-
3
Jan 13, 2027
New Zealand, Dusky Sound
-
-
4
Jan 14, 2027
New Zealand, Milford Sound
-
-
5
Jan 15, 2027
New Zealand, The Snares
-
-
6
Jan 16, 2027
Enderby Island, Auckland Islands
-
-
6
Jan 16, 2027
Musgrave Inlet, Auckland Islands
-
-
7
Jan 17, 2027
cruising
-
-
8-9
Jan 18, 2027 - Jan 19, 2027
Australia, Macquarie Island
-
-
10
Jan 20, 2027
cruising
-
-
11
Jan 21, 2027
New Zealand, Campbell Island
-
-
12
Jan 22, 2027
cruising
-
-
13
Jan 23, 2027
New Zealand, Antipodes Islands
-
-
14
Jan 24, 2027
cruising
-
-
15
Jan 25, 2027
New Zealand, Dunedin
-
08:00**
The itinerary is subject to change without prior notice at the discretion of the cruise line or due to operational, weather, port, or safety considerations. The cruise operator reserves the right to substitute ports, alter the order of calls, or modify the program as necessary to ensure the safety and comfort of passengers.

Cabins & Accomodations

Window or Porthole Stateroom

  • Cabin: 21 m²
  • Pax: 3
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Lower deck balcony stateroom

  • Cabin: 18 m²
  • Pax: 2
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Upper decks balcony stateroom

  • Cabin: 18 m²
  • Pax: 2
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Deluxe Suite

  • Cabin: 27 m²
  • Pax: 2
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Prestige Suite

  • Cabin: 37 m²
  • Pax: 4
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Owner's Suite

  • Cabin: 45 m²
  • Pax: 2
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