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Take a voyage of discovery to the Russian Far East, a region where the sparse population and geographic isolation have protected a vital asset - true unadulterated wilderness! Russia’s far eastern shores stretch from the high Arctic in the north to the temperate Kuril Islands in the south and encompass a vast array of habitats and wildlife. Heritage Expeditions' founder, Rodney Russ, brings a love and knowledge of the region that marries conservation with responsible travel to take you on the expedition cruise of a lifetime.
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Odyssey Expeditions welcomes you aboard a 9-Day Cruise in the fascinating north-west of Western Australia, the Kimberley! This far-reaching, fascinating cruise takes you along a beautifully rugged coastline in great comfort; into the creeks and up the rivers, under the waterfalls and across the archipelagos, from sea to sky, without the huge price tag! Enjoy the company of experienced guides, who will open up this area of diverse flora and fauna, rich pioneering history and indigenous culture, all at its abundant best, to you!
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New brochure. Expedition cruising is a unique experience. Expedition cruising with Orion is even more so. Orion combines the presentation skills of recognised experts in history, plant, marine and wildlife with the very real experience of being there to engage the mind and fuel the soul. Many of Orion’s destinations are virtually inaccessible - and this is why it speaks of “a path less travelled”. New destinations for 2011 include Borneo, the Inland Sea of Japan and the Russian Far East.
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The Abrolhos is an escape from everyday life – just you and nature. Odyssey Expeditions' affordable nature-based tours make the most of the diversity and on board the newly refitted vessel, OCEANIA, the tours are fully catered and organised. Each tour can be tailored to suit your interests and can include activites such as interpretive tours of the Abrolhos Islands, bird watching, beach combing, diving, snorkelling, windsurfing, surfing, fishing, and discovering the history of the Batavia.
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Join Aurora Expeditions on a small-group voyage along the inspiring Kimberley on Australia’s northwest coast. Aurora’s flexible itineraries and quest to push the boundaries of travel through exploration and discovery means that your experience becomes a spiritual journey, too, through this remote and ancient region. The Coral Princess luxury catamaran takes 46 guests, ensuring great camaraderie but also the freedom to explore at your own pace with an experienced crew and knowledgeable lecturers and naturalists.
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Over 800 languages and 1,000 distinct cultures make Papua New Guinea the most culturally diverse country on Earth, home to the largest intact rainforest outside the Amazon, the world’s largest butterfly, two-thirds of the world’s known orchid species and 38 of the 43 known species of bird of paradise. Yet PNG remains largely off the tourist map. Aurora's experienced expedition team will help to demystify these complex societies and create a once-in-a-lifetime experience and a greater understanding of these fascinating people.
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Fantastic discoveries await as you walk on tundra and glaciers, exploring fjords and viewing dramatic landscapes and Arctic wildlife. See at first-hand the iconic symbols of the Arctic - polar bears, arctic foxes, musk oxen, Inuit villages, explorers’ camps and so much more. Aurora Expeditions has led the way in environmentally sensitive voyages to the High Arctic for thirteen years and invites you to seek out new secrets in these remote frontiers.
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Are you looking for a genuine wilderness and wildlife adventure? Expedition Cruising provides genuine travellers opportunities to go where few have been, to have experiences that few have had. The Russ family through Heritage Expeditions pioneered Expedition cruising in the Subantarctic Islands of New Zealand and Australia, the Ross Sea region of Antarctica and more recently the Russian Far East. With Heritage Expeditions there is no need to sacrifice comfort and quality of food or accommodation.
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Join Aurora Expeditions on a journey to one of the wildest frontiers, the Russian Arctic & Russia Far East, where access to many places is only possible by small ship. Discover the secluded islands and spectacular coastline of this forgotten land, with its abundant wildlife, incredible seabird rookeries, exotic cultures and abandoned outposts. Aurora's original goals remain unchanged – to take small groups on voyages of discovery to places that stir the soul, thereby creating lifelong ambassadors to preserve and protect these sacred environments.
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With 19 years’ of taking people to Antarctica, Aurora encourages you to step outside your zone and rekindle an excitement for life. Small groups allow you the maximum time ashore, with two to three landings per day. And Aurora’s own recently refurbished vessels assures clean, comfortable accommodation and healthy, wholesome meals. So enjoy Antarctica your way: explore the coastline, hike up a snow slope, sit and photograph wildlife or simply take in views from the ship.
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This fleet of small ships symbolises the art of cruising in true French style - haute cuisine in an intimate setting, discreet service and care, relaxation and new discoveries on board elegant cruise yachts. From the 32-cabin sailing yacht to the 113-cabin expedition cruise ship, experience exotic islands, secret coves, encounters with whales, mythical destinations and secret ports only accessible to small ships. Cruises include the Mediterranean, Black Sea, Northern Europe, Baltic and the Arctic.
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New Zealand Geographic and Island Escape Cruises have created a series of extraordinary small-ship voyages to remote and fascinating places in New Zealand and the South Seas. For groups of up to 20, the beautifully-appointed Island Passage represents the ultimate floating luxury escape. Discover paradise on a tropical Vanuatu cruise; encounter the sky-forest-sea perfection of Marlborough Sounds and Abel Tasman National Park; explore the Treasure Islands of Auckland's Hauraki Gulf and the beauty of the Bay of Islands and the Bay of Plenty...
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This 13-day expedition to the wreck of the RMS Titanic includes a fully supported submersible dive to the wreck itself, as well as lectures, ocean awareness and activity programs. The dives are on board 25-foot MIR Submersibles, which were used for the wreck shots in the filming of the Academy Award winning film. Very safe and relatively spacious, the submersibles are equipped with view ports, exterior lights and an impressive array of instruments. Refreshments are available throughout the dive. Non-diving cruise-only option also available.
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Scenic Tours combines the exuberant beauty and easy elegance of South America in a tantalising collection of all-inclusive luxury holidays. Discover Santiago, Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires, the Galapagos, the Amazon, Antarctica and the Chilean Fjords. With professional tour directors and guides, 5-star accommodation, superbly appointed cruise liners and fabulous food, Scenic Tours weaves magic into beautifully planned, fully escorted, all inclusive cruise holidays that make elegant exploration a reality.
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Discover your spirit of adventure in Antarctica - where the din of a hundred thousand penguins drowns conversation - or in the Arctic, where polar bears can be found hunting hundreds of miles from land. Choose from two styles of voyage on world-leading expedition ships in Antarctica, the Falkland Islands and South Georgia and in the High Arctic, North Pole, Northwest Passage, Greenland, Spitsbergen and Iceland. Explore pristine wilderness through a program of frequent shore excursions in the company of expert guides and naturalists.
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With first-hand knowledge of this breathtaking region, Chimu Adventures offers tailor-made Antarctic tours and independent holiday options on a variety of vessels, from ex-polar research ships with reinforced hulls to icebreakers, all equipped for passenger comfort. Itineraries are designed around a series of routes on different boats, mainly from Ushuaia in Argentina to the South Shetland Islands, Adelaide Island and along the Antarctic Peninsula. These competitively priced expeditions range from laid-back to adventurous.
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Hurtigruten is renowned for comprehensive and adventurous voyages to beautiful, remote and dramatic coastlines. With 117 years of maritime experience and a fleet of comfortable ships, Hurtigruten voyages depart daily from Bergen in Norway, crossing the Arctic Circle to sail deep into the heart of this spectacular landscape. Hurtigruten cruises also go to the lands beyond Norway - Spitsbergen, Greenland and Antarctica - to explore some of the most inaccessible, unexplored and enticing locations on Earth.
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Join this innovative polar travel company on a voyage to Antarctica for one of life’s great adventures. Discover why this remote southern land, sheathed in layers of ancient ice, has long fascinated the great explorers and scientists. Explore with one of the world’s most experienced, innovative polar teams on a high quality Antarctic journey with an emphasis on adventure, education and conservation. Designed to appeal to all who like to travel 'away from the pack', expeditions cover the Antarctic Peninsula, Falkland Islands, South Georgia and the Weddell Sea.
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Since the early 1990s, Adventure Associates has pioneered the use of icebreakers and ice-strengthened ships to carry travellers deep into the Antarctic in safety and comfort. Bringing together international specialists on everything from polar exploration to Antarctic birds and marine life, Adventure Associates provides the context and hands-on leadership you need to fully appreciate the Far South. Discover the Antarctic as a place where the indescribable mystery of raw nature can still be experienced firsthand.
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