Heritage Adventurer
Heritage Adventurer is a purpose built polar expedition ship offering some of the most unique and off the beaten track voyages to Antarctica’s Ross Sea and the Sub-Antarctic Islands of New Zealand. With a 1A Super Ice class, a maximum of 140 guests and several indoor & outdoor observation areas, she is the perfect vessel for exploration in the icy waters of Antarctica’s most remote region.
Onboard, enjoy spacious and well appointed accommodations, mingle with the captain and crew on the Bridge, savour international cuisine crafted by leading chefs across two restaurants, and relax in the lounge with a drink after a day of exploration. Watch the largest seabirds in the world soar around the ship from the covered deck and join a world-class expedition team for fascinating polar lectures in the Presentation Theater.
Ship Specifications
Maximum Number of guests: 140
Ice Class: Lloyds 1AS, GL E4
Year Launched: 1991
Length: 407 feet (124 meters)
Zodiacs: 14
Minimum Age: Expeditions are designed for adults, but may be suitable for mature teenagers.
Ship Features
- Observation Lounge with sweeping 270 degree views through floor to ceiling windows and quick access to outer deck.
- Observation Deck: located above the Observation Lounge with 360 degree views.
- Main Dining Room with a low deck 4 location that can accommodate all guests in a single sitting.
- The Bar and Lounge: the main social hub on the Heritage Adventurer where guests can enjoy a drink at the bar and attend various lectures and briefings by the expedition staff. Located on deck 5 aft.
- Bistro: offering simple meals and snacks on the aft of deck 6. Enjoy great views while sipping on a coffee and quick access to a covered outdoor deck space.
- Gym with ocean views.
- Sauna & Steam Room.
- Glass enclosed hot tub.
Heritage Adventurer Cabins & Deck Plan
Heritage Suite
DECK 6
The four Heritage Suites are the most spacious cabins onboard the Heritage Adventurer. Featuring large double panoramic windows, living area with sofa, coffee table & chairs, large desk, floor to ceiling cabinetry for storage, flat screen entertainment system and grand marble bathroom with a double basin, bathtub and shower. Receive complimentary in-room dining, minibar replenished daily, free laundry and a US$100.00 per person SPA credit.
474 sq. ft. (44m2)
1-2
1 King
Worsley Suite
DECK 6
The eight Worsley Suites feature large panoramic windows, comfortable chaise-style lounge suite, desk, ample storage, flat screen entertainment system and private bathroom with shower. Receive complimentary in-room dining, minibar replenished daily and a US$100.00 per person SPA credit.
237 sq. ft. (22m2)
1-2
1 King or 2 Singles
Deck 5 Superior
DECK 5
With a central location on the same deck as the main lounge, Deck 5 Superior cabins feature large panoramic windows, comfortable lounge, writing desk, ample storage, flat screen entertainment system and private bathroom with shower.
237 sq. ft. (22 m2)
1-2
1 King or 2 Singles
Deck 4 Superior
DECK 4
Deck 4 Superior cabins are on the same deck as the Dining Room and feature large panoramic windows, lounge area, writing desk, ample storage, flat screen entertainment system and private bathroom with shower.
237 sq. ft. (22 m2)
1-2
1 King or 2 Singles
Superior Triple
DECK 5
The two Superior Triples feature a large panoramic window, lounge area, desk, ample storage, flat screen entertainment system and private bathroom with shower.
237 sq. ft. (22 m2)
1-3
2 Lower Berths + 1 Upper Berth
Main Deck Triple
DECK 3
With a low mid-ship location, the two Main Deck Triples feature two portholes, lounge area, desk, ample storage, flat screen entertainment system and private bathroom with shower.
237 sq. ft. (22 m2)
1-3
2 Lower Berths + 1 Upper Berth
Superior Single
DECK 5
Superior Single cabins feature a forward location on Deck 5, a large panoramic window, lounge area, desk, ample storage, flat screen entertainment system and private bathroom with shower.
237 sq. ft. (22 m2)
1
1 King
Main Deck Single
DECK 3
Main Deck Single cabins have a low mid-ship location and feature two portholes, lounge area, desk, ample storage, flat screen entertainment system and private bathroom with shower.
237 sq. ft. (22 m2)
1
1 King
Trips and Rates
Adventure Options:
- Kayaking – please enquire for details
Feb 1 – Feb 28, 2027 (28 days)
| Start: | Queenstown, New Zealand |
| End: | Invercargill / Queenstown, New Zealand |
Discount on Worsley and Heritage Suites expires Feb 25, 2026
| Cabin Category | Main Deck Triple | Superior Triple | Deck 4 Superior | Deck 5 Superior | Worsley Suite | Heritage Suite | Main Deck Single | Superior Single |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $33,075 | $34,285 | $36,515 | $37,675 | $45,415 | $66,000 | $44,890 | $46,195 |
| Discount | $6639 Save | $12969 Save | ||||||
| Discounted Per Person Price | $33,075 | $34,285 | $36,515 | $37,675 | $38,776 | $53,031 | $44,890 | $46,195 |
| Availability | Limited | Open | Open | Open | Open | Open | Open | Full |
Adventure Options:
Jan 6 – Feb 2, 2027 (28 days)
| Start: | Queenstown, New Zealand |
| End: | Invercargill / Queenstown, New Zealand |
Discount on Worsley and Heritage Suites expires Feb 25, 2026
| Cabin Category | Main Deck Triple | Superior Triple | Deck 4 Superior | Deck 5 Superior | Worsley Suite | Heritage Suite | Main Deck Single | Superior Single |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $33,075 | $34,285 | $36,515 | $37,675 | $45,415 | $66,000 | $44,890 | $46,195 |
| Discount | $6639 Save | $12969 Save | ||||||
| Discounted Per Person Price | $33,075 | $34,285 | $36,515 | $37,675 | $38,776 | $53,031 | $44,890 | $46,195 |
| Availability | Full | Open | Open | Open | Open | Open | Full | Open |
Adventure Options:
Availability & prices are subject to change at anytime. Please contact us for the real time availability & prices.
Adventure Options
Solo Travelers
Are you traveling alone? Solo travelers have the following options.
- Book a Superior Single or Main Deck Single for solo occupancy
- Book into a share cabin and be paired with another (or other) guests of the same gender
- Book a twin cabin at solo occupancy at 1.8x the per person share price for cabins or 2x the share price for suites
