On Water Expeditions has reaffirmed its commitment to marine conservation and lower-impact small ship travel ahead of World Ocean Day on June 8.
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Wednesday, 3 June 2026
On Water Expeditions sharpens ocean sustainability focus ahead of World Ocean Day
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On Water Expeditions has reaffirmed its commitment to marine conservation and lower-impact small ship travel ahead of World Ocean Day on June 8.
On Water Expeditions has reaffirmed its commitment to marine conservation and lower-impact small ship travel ahead of World Ocean Day on June 8.
Tuesday, 17 February 2026
Solomon Airlines Pacific network expansion to improve access to On Water Expeditions itineraries
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Travel to a range of remote Pacific expedition cruise destinations will become more accessible following an expansion of Solomon Airlines’ regional flight network from March 2026.
Travel to a range of remote Pacific expedition cruise destinations will become more accessible following an expansion of Solomon Airlines’ regional flight network from March 2026.
Tuesday, 24 December 2019
Grab the last place and save $1000 on World Expeditions' Galapagos Experience
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Adventure travel specialist, World Expeditions, has one space left on its exclusive opportunity to experience the Galapagos wildlife with naturalist expert, Jaime Dominguez on the brand new, first class yacht, Solaris.
Adventure travel specialist, World Expeditions, has one space left on its exclusive opportunity to experience the Galapagos wildlife with naturalist expert, Jaime Dominguez on the brand new, first class yacht, Solaris.
Wednesday, 17 April 2019
World Expeditions Launches First Class Galapagos Experience
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Adventure travel specialist, World Expeditions, has launched an exclusive opportunity to experience the Galapagos wildlife with naturalist expert, Jaime Dominguez on the brand new, first-class yacht, Solaris.
Adventure travel specialist, World Expeditions, has launched an exclusive opportunity to experience the Galapagos wildlife with naturalist expert, Jaime Dominguez on the brand new, first-class yacht, Solaris.
Monday, 29 October 2018
Cruise Cape Horn and the stunning Patagonian Fjords with World Expeditions
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Adventure travel specialist, World Expeditions, has launched a new adventure cruise through the remote, southernmost fjords of South America, via the Strait of Magellan, the Beagle Channel and Cape Horn, amongst the glaciers and snow-capped, jagged peaks for which the region is famous.
On board the very comfortable, spacious, medium capacity (max 210 passengers) Stella Australis or Ventus Australis, the cruise offers opportunities to see vast colonies of penguins and other seabirds, as well as southern elephant seals and other sub-polar wildlife.
The 5-day, 4-night Cape Horn and Patagonian Fjords cruise operates in either direction between Punta Arenas and Ushuaia, or as a 9-day, 8-night round trip, with travellers start departing from - and returning to - the same city.
It departs between September and March and cost from AUD$3,090 per person (one way, twin share), including fine-dining meals onboard, free bar (with selected beverages), professional expedition guide and support staff, shore excursions and onboard entertainment.
Like the longer established, 4-day Chilean Fjords – The Kaweskar Route, the new cruise is expected to be a popular extension for travellers to Torres del Paine. The small-vessel Kaweskar cruise, which departs Puerto Natales and takes in fjords north of the new cruise, operates between October and April and costs from AUD$2,690 (twin share).
More information at www.worldexpeditions.com or 1300 720 000.
On board the very comfortable, spacious, medium capacity (max 210 passengers) Stella Australis or Ventus Australis, the cruise offers opportunities to see vast colonies of penguins and other seabirds, as well as southern elephant seals and other sub-polar wildlife.
The 5-day, 4-night Cape Horn and Patagonian Fjords cruise operates in either direction between Punta Arenas and Ushuaia, or as a 9-day, 8-night round trip, with travellers start departing from - and returning to - the same city.
It departs between September and March and cost from AUD$3,090 per person (one way, twin share), including fine-dining meals onboard, free bar (with selected beverages), professional expedition guide and support staff, shore excursions and onboard entertainment.
Like the longer established, 4-day Chilean Fjords – The Kaweskar Route, the new cruise is expected to be a popular extension for travellers to Torres del Paine. The small-vessel Kaweskar cruise, which departs Puerto Natales and takes in fjords north of the new cruise, operates between October and April and costs from AUD$2,690 (twin share).
More information at www.worldexpeditions.com or 1300 720 000.
Wednesday, 19 September 2018
Deal: Save $1300 on World Expeditions most luxurious Galapagos cruise
Book your World Expeditions' Galapagos adventure and save $1300!
Cruise the wildlife wonderland that is the Galapagos Islands on board the luxurious MV Origin motor yacht and you'll stay in one of only 10 fully air-conditioned deluxe staterooms with private bathroom, enjoying superb cuisine, fully stocked bar and generous observation areas and open sun decks.
Two on-board naturalist guides will help you discover the wildlife havens and learn about the natural environments of this exciting destination.
You'll save $1300 per person twin share – and pay $9,750 - on this unforgettable eight day luxury cruise, normally priced at $11,050. Book before 31 December this year (while cabins last), and depart between 1 September 2019 and 9 December 2019. Offer includes a bonus night's accommodation at the luxury boutique Hotel Del Parque in Guayaquil.
More information at https://worldexpeditions.com or call 1300 720 000.
Thursday, 31 May 2018
Russia’s Ring of Fire - Kuril Islands - with World Expeditions
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New itinerary spends a week at the notoriously-difficult-to-reach Kuril Islands
On foot or by boat? One of the last unexplored places on Earth, Kamchatka promises the trip of a lifetime
The Russian Far East remains one of the last unexplored places on Earth – so if you are looking to leave the world behind, you can choose one of the following three trips that visit the remote Kuril Islands, one of the most difficult places to reach on Earth.
New itinerary spends a week at the notoriously-difficult-to-reach Kuril Islands
On foot or by boat? One of the last unexplored places on Earth, Kamchatka promises the trip of a lifetime
The Russian Far East remains one of the last unexplored places on Earth – so if you are looking to leave the world behind, you can choose one of the following three trips that visit the remote Kuril Islands, one of the most difficult places to reach on Earth.
Wednesday, 2 May 2018
World Expeditions' Exclusive Antarctic Voyage with Dr Karl Kruszelnicki
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Adventure travel company, World Expeditions, has launched an exclusive charter aboard the M/V Ortelius to the Antarctic Peninsula to be escorted by Dr Karl Kruszelnicki in November 2019.
As well as incredible wildlife encounters for which Antarctica is so well known, this is a rare opportunity for curious minds to venture to one of Earth's most fascinating and remote corners, in the company of Dr Karl, who has been described as an answer waiting for a question.
The unique, 12-day cruise will bring plenty of opportunities to learn about the Antarctic from Dr Karl and from the expert crew of lecturers and to see abundant wildlife including Adelie penguins, blue-eyed shags, leopard seals and a vast array of seabirds. There's also a good chance of seeing humpback and minke whales in the sheltered bays and steep glaciers that characterise the shoreline.
As well as shore excursions on the ship's fleet of zodiacs, the voyage will also provide optional activities to explore the area by kayaking, hiking/snowshoeing and climbing, all of which are included in the trip cost - on a first-in, first served basis.
For those feeling adventurous, there'll be an option to camp on the ice and, while on board, free photographic workshops will help guests capture the natural beauty of this ice-bound land to best effect.
Dr Karl is no newcomer to the frozen continent, having travelled there in 2009, 2010 and 2012 and this will be his first time crossing from South America.
"I'm excited to explore parts of the Antarctic I haven't yet visited," Dr Karl said, "and I'm hoping to arrange a citizen science project, collecting data that will be useful for scientists."
"I was amazed on my previous visits to see my first iceberg and seeing hints of blue ice," Dr Karl says. "It took me a long time to work out why some ice was blue, why some was white and why some was green."
"To understand the reason for the different colours, you would need to learn a little bit about atoms," he says.
As with all previous World Expeditions trips escorted by Dr Karl, places are expected to sell quickly on this exclusive, 12-day voyage, which is timed for optimal weather and wildlife conditions. The Antarctic Cruise with Dr Karl departs Ushuaia on 24 November, 2019, with berths starting at US$7,950 per person.
For more information or to book, visit https://worldexpeditions.com or call 1300 720 000.
Adventure travel company, World Expeditions, has launched an exclusive charter aboard the M/V Ortelius to the Antarctic Peninsula to be escorted by Dr Karl Kruszelnicki in November 2019.
As well as incredible wildlife encounters for which Antarctica is so well known, this is a rare opportunity for curious minds to venture to one of Earth's most fascinating and remote corners, in the company of Dr Karl, who has been described as an answer waiting for a question.
The unique, 12-day cruise will bring plenty of opportunities to learn about the Antarctic from Dr Karl and from the expert crew of lecturers and to see abundant wildlife including Adelie penguins, blue-eyed shags, leopard seals and a vast array of seabirds. There's also a good chance of seeing humpback and minke whales in the sheltered bays and steep glaciers that characterise the shoreline.
As well as shore excursions on the ship's fleet of zodiacs, the voyage will also provide optional activities to explore the area by kayaking, hiking/snowshoeing and climbing, all of which are included in the trip cost - on a first-in, first served basis.
For those feeling adventurous, there'll be an option to camp on the ice and, while on board, free photographic workshops will help guests capture the natural beauty of this ice-bound land to best effect.
Dr Karl is no newcomer to the frozen continent, having travelled there in 2009, 2010 and 2012 and this will be his first time crossing from South America.
"I'm excited to explore parts of the Antarctic I haven't yet visited," Dr Karl said, "and I'm hoping to arrange a citizen science project, collecting data that will be useful for scientists."
"I was amazed on my previous visits to see my first iceberg and seeing hints of blue ice," Dr Karl says. "It took me a long time to work out why some ice was blue, why some was white and why some was green."
"To understand the reason for the different colours, you would need to learn a little bit about atoms," he says.
As with all previous World Expeditions trips escorted by Dr Karl, places are expected to sell quickly on this exclusive, 12-day voyage, which is timed for optimal weather and wildlife conditions. The Antarctic Cruise with Dr Karl departs Ushuaia on 24 November, 2019, with berths starting at US$7,950 per person.
For more information or to book, visit https://worldexpeditions.com or call 1300 720 000.
Monday, 11 December 2017
Cruise the Mekong River with World Expeditions – and take the kids for free!
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Take the kids for free on the family trip of a lifetime along the mighty Mekong River, from Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam to the Cambodian town of Siem Reap, home of Angkor Wat, next July or October school holidays.
World Expeditions is offering a second cabin for two kids aged under 18 at no extra cost, when you book one cabin for two paying adults, at $3,290 per person. Price includes 7 nights aboard a luxury river cruiser and all meals.
The Mekong Explorer River Cruise Family Deal is valid on departures on 7 July, 4 August, 6 October and 20 October 2018 trips only and is strictly limited to availability.
More information at www.worldexpeditions.com or call 1300 720 000.
Take the kids for free on the family trip of a lifetime along the mighty Mekong River, from Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam to the Cambodian town of Siem Reap, home of Angkor Wat, next July or October school holidays.
World Expeditions is offering a second cabin for two kids aged under 18 at no extra cost, when you book one cabin for two paying adults, at $3,290 per person. Price includes 7 nights aboard a luxury river cruiser and all meals.
The Mekong Explorer River Cruise Family Deal is valid on departures on 7 July, 4 August, 6 October and 20 October 2018 trips only and is strictly limited to availability.
More information at www.worldexpeditions.com or call 1300 720 000.
Wednesday, 19 April 2017
World Expeditions Antarctic Voyages Sale
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Save on selected World Expeditions active' Antarctic Voyages
Get active and save up to US$3,100 on World Expeditions' Antarctic Sale. Choose between a 30 day historic voyage following the routes of past explorers, a 12 day base camp expedition, with free camping, kayaking, mountaineering, hiking and snowshoeing – or something in between.
On the 30 day Ross Sea Explorer - Footsteps of Scott & Shackleton, which departs Invercargill, New Zealand on 10 January 2018 and 08 February 2018, you'll save US$2,230 on a main deck twin room, now US$20,070 per person, reduced from US$22,300 or save US$2,400 on a superior room, now US$21,600 per person, reduced from US$24,000. This expedition is the ultimate Antarctic voyage in one of the most remote regions in the world and is only accessible for two months each year when the ice thaws. Visit historic huts of the early explorers including Scott, Shackleton and Amundsen. Voyage through the breeding grounds of Adelie and Emperor penguins, and enjoy landings on the Sub-Antarctic Auckland, Campbell and Macquarie Islands.
Save up to US$2,150 per person on the 11 day Antarctic Experience, which departs 6 December and costs from US$5,750 per person (down from US$7,200 per person). An ideal introduction to the Great White continent, see albatross and petrels as we cross the Drake Passage when the first huge icebergs come into view, along with a wide variety of wildlife including seals, whales and an abundance of penguin and other birdlife.
For the ultimate active experience in Antarctica, board the 12 day active Antarctic Basecamp Cruise, which includes camping, kayaking, mountaineering, hiking and snowshoeing. Departing 4 November, you'll save between US$1,600 on a quad porthole room (reduced from US$7,950 to US$6,350 per person and US$2,350 (reduced from US$11,850 to US$9500 per person on a superior room.
Other trips on sale include the 15 November Weddell Sea - In search of Emperor Penguins (save up to $3,100) and the 29 November Falkland Islands, South Georgia and the Antarctic Peninsula (save up to $1,200).
Join World Expeditions' Antarctic experts at free information nights in Melbourne (4 May), Brisbane (10 May), Sydney (18 May) and Adelaide, (23 May) to hear about the suite of Antarctic expeditions.
Offer valid until cabins are sold out; however availability is limited. Call 1300 720 000 or visit www.worldexpeditions.com for full terms and conditions.
Tuesday, 15 November 2016
World Expeditions new 2017-18 Polar Program
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Australian adventure travel specialist, World Expeditions, has launched a new 2017-18 Polar brochure packed with a range of new voyages including a remote cruise across the Arctic Circle taking in the Scottish Isles, Norwegian coastline and the island of Spitsbergen.
World Expeditions has been offering voyages to the Polar regions of Antarctica, The Arctic and the Russian Far East for more than two decades and offers the most extensive range of voyages in the market.
World Expeditions CEO, Sue Badyari, says the Polar regions are truly the world’s wild frontiers, virtually untouched by any human development.
“As well as being scenically spectacular voyages, our active itineraries provide a fully immersive experience for the traveller, allowing them to step off the boat on to zodiacs which ferry our travellers to surreal Polar lands, considered to be the last bastions of pristine wildernesses,” she said.
“Our small group adventures provide unparalleled opportunities to authentically engage with the pristine landscapes, observe polar wildlife in their natural habitat, discover rugged coastlines, towering mountains and frozen landscapes. And you can take your experience one step further and participate in a range of optional activities such as sea kayaking, diving, snorkelling, photography, camping on ice and glacier walks.”
New itineraries in the World Expeditions 2017-18 Polar Brochure include:
“Across the Arctic Circle”: a remote 14-day cruise around the remote Scottish Isles, along the spectacular Norwegian coastline, across the Arctic Circle and exploring the wildlife rich island of Spitsbergen. Visit a 5000 year old Neolithic Village, spot Polar Bears, catch glimpses of the elusive Beluga Whale and observe the world’s largest colony of Guillemots (seabirds) on a remote World Heritage Site. From US$4750 per person (twin public) departing Aberdeen.
Sailing around Spitsbergen: an epic 16-day journey endeavouring to circumnavigate the vast Spitsbergen wilderness on board the schooner, “Noorderlicht”. With a small group of just 20 passengers, and manned by a skilled crew and expert leader, this is an interactive journey involving handling of the sails, taking the helm and being on watch during the night. A totally immersive Polar experience and a spectacular introduction to life in the Arctic. From US$6250 per person, embarking Longyearbyen.
In the wake of Mawson – a captivating 26-day voyage tracing the journey of Sir Douglas Mawson along the remote East Antarctic coastline, directly south of Australia. Discover one of the most spectacular, extreme and pristine environments in the world, home to a vast array of penguins, seabird, whales and seals. From USD$16,000 (Main Deck Twin share), departing Invercargill, New Zealand.
Northeast Passage: the Northern Sea Route. An epic adventure of exploration of the one of the greatest and least accessible seaways in the world. Recent changes in the summer sea ice have now made this historic and fascinating sea route accessible to a few expedition vessels. This epic journey commences in Murmansk, Russia, following the route east towards Anadyr. From US$19,800 per person.
To celebrate the launch of the 2017-18 brochure World Expeditions is offering massive savings of up to US$10,000 on its Ross Sea Explorer voyages. The Ross Sea Explorer voyage follows the paths of the early explorers, offering a rare insight into the history of Amundsen, Shackleton and Scott's expeditions as well as abundant wildlife encounters including the magnificent King penguin colonies.
www.worldexpeditions.com or 1300 720 000.
Australian adventure travel specialist, World Expeditions, has launched a new 2017-18 Polar brochure packed with a range of new voyages including a remote cruise across the Arctic Circle taking in the Scottish Isles, Norwegian coastline and the island of Spitsbergen.
World Expeditions has been offering voyages to the Polar regions of Antarctica, The Arctic and the Russian Far East for more than two decades and offers the most extensive range of voyages in the market.
World Expeditions CEO, Sue Badyari, says the Polar regions are truly the world’s wild frontiers, virtually untouched by any human development.
“As well as being scenically spectacular voyages, our active itineraries provide a fully immersive experience for the traveller, allowing them to step off the boat on to zodiacs which ferry our travellers to surreal Polar lands, considered to be the last bastions of pristine wildernesses,” she said.
“Our small group adventures provide unparalleled opportunities to authentically engage with the pristine landscapes, observe polar wildlife in their natural habitat, discover rugged coastlines, towering mountains and frozen landscapes. And you can take your experience one step further and participate in a range of optional activities such as sea kayaking, diving, snorkelling, photography, camping on ice and glacier walks.”
New itineraries in the World Expeditions 2017-18 Polar Brochure include:
“Across the Arctic Circle”: a remote 14-day cruise around the remote Scottish Isles, along the spectacular Norwegian coastline, across the Arctic Circle and exploring the wildlife rich island of Spitsbergen. Visit a 5000 year old Neolithic Village, spot Polar Bears, catch glimpses of the elusive Beluga Whale and observe the world’s largest colony of Guillemots (seabirds) on a remote World Heritage Site. From US$4750 per person (twin public) departing Aberdeen.
Sailing around Spitsbergen: an epic 16-day journey endeavouring to circumnavigate the vast Spitsbergen wilderness on board the schooner, “Noorderlicht”. With a small group of just 20 passengers, and manned by a skilled crew and expert leader, this is an interactive journey involving handling of the sails, taking the helm and being on watch during the night. A totally immersive Polar experience and a spectacular introduction to life in the Arctic. From US$6250 per person, embarking Longyearbyen.
In the wake of Mawson – a captivating 26-day voyage tracing the journey of Sir Douglas Mawson along the remote East Antarctic coastline, directly south of Australia. Discover one of the most spectacular, extreme and pristine environments in the world, home to a vast array of penguins, seabird, whales and seals. From USD$16,000 (Main Deck Twin share), departing Invercargill, New Zealand.
Northeast Passage: the Northern Sea Route. An epic adventure of exploration of the one of the greatest and least accessible seaways in the world. Recent changes in the summer sea ice have now made this historic and fascinating sea route accessible to a few expedition vessels. This epic journey commences in Murmansk, Russia, following the route east towards Anadyr. From US$19,800 per person.
To celebrate the launch of the 2017-18 brochure World Expeditions is offering massive savings of up to US$10,000 on its Ross Sea Explorer voyages. The Ross Sea Explorer voyage follows the paths of the early explorers, offering a rare insight into the history of Amundsen, Shackleton and Scott's expeditions as well as abundant wildlife encounters including the magnificent King penguin colonies.
www.worldexpeditions.com or 1300 720 000.
Tuesday, 8 November 2016
Professor Tim Flannery to lead a special expedition cruise to Melanesia in 2017
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Internationally acclaimed scientist, explorer and conservationist, Professor Tim Flannery will be escorting a one-off trip discovering the secrets of Melanesia with World Expeditions in October 2017.
Professor Flannery has been described by renowned naturalist and broadcaster Sir David Attenborough as being "in the league of the world's all time great explorers".
A prolific author and prominent climate change activist, Flannery has undertaken many expeditions throughout Papua New Guinea where he's discovered numerous species and subspecies of mammal and studied the climate change affects on amphibians.
He'll share his extensive scientific knowledge of Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands, along with his passion for exploration and discovery, on the 14-day Melanesia Discoverer tour regaling the 50 passengers on board the delightful Spirit of Enderby.
Melanesia Discoverer with Tim Flannery (8 - 21 October 2017):
Uncover the hidden gems of Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands. Sail through the turquoise waters of Melanesia where new vistas and unexpected encounters await. Travel at your own pace, with plenty of opportunities for landings, village visits, kayaking and snorkelling. These waters offer some of the greatest marine diversity in the world and for "birders" this itinerary offers sightings of rare species on remote islands where few have been before. The uniqueness of this trip coupled with Tim's knowledge and passion for this region will ensure this journey will be a once in a lifetime experience. From USD$6,995 per person (triple cabin).
More information at www.worldexpeditions.com or 1300 720 000.
About Professor Tim Flannery:
Professor Flannery is an internationally acclaimed scientist, explorer and conservationist, as well as prolific author and prominent climate change activist.
Tim has published more than 140 peer-reviewed scientific papers and has named 25 living and 50 fossil mammal species. His 32 books include the award winning The Future Eaters and The Weather Makers, which has been translated into over 20 languages. While his books Mammals of New Guinea and the co-authored Prehistoric Mammals of Australia and New Guinea are still the most comprehensive reference works on these subjects to date. He has made numerous documentaries and regularly reviews for the New York Review of Books.
He received a Centenary of Federation Medal and in 2002 delivered the Australia Day address. In 2005 he was named Australian Humanist of the Year and in 2007 Australian of the Year. In 2011 he was made a Chevalier of the Order of St Charles.
In 1998-9 he was a visiting professor at Harvard, and is a founding member of the Wentworth Group of Concerned Scientists, a director of the Australian Wildlife Conservancy, and has served on the International Board of WWF. In 2014 he joined the Melbourne Sustainable Society Institute as Honorary Professor.
In 2007 he co-founded and was appointed Chair of the Copenhagen Climate Council. In 2011 he became Australia's Chief Climate Commissioner, and in 2013 he founded and heads the Australian Climate Council. He also serves on the Sustainability Advisory Board of Tata Power (India).
Tim has undertaken many expeditions throughout Papua New Guinea where he's discovered numerous species and subspecies of mammal. The critically endangered Greater Monkey-faced Bat was named after him, Pteralopex flanneryi, when it was described in 2005. Tim's pioneering research and conservation work in Melanesia also prompted Sir David Attenborough to describe him as being "in the league of the world's all-time great explorers".
Internationally acclaimed scientist, explorer and conservationist, Professor Tim Flannery will be escorting a one-off trip discovering the secrets of Melanesia with World Expeditions in October 2017.
Professor Flannery has been described by renowned naturalist and broadcaster Sir David Attenborough as being "in the league of the world's all time great explorers".
A prolific author and prominent climate change activist, Flannery has undertaken many expeditions throughout Papua New Guinea where he's discovered numerous species and subspecies of mammal and studied the climate change affects on amphibians.
He'll share his extensive scientific knowledge of Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands, along with his passion for exploration and discovery, on the 14-day Melanesia Discoverer tour regaling the 50 passengers on board the delightful Spirit of Enderby.
Melanesia Discoverer with Tim Flannery (8 - 21 October 2017):
More information at www.worldexpeditions.com or 1300 720 000.
About Professor Tim Flannery:
Tim has published more than 140 peer-reviewed scientific papers and has named 25 living and 50 fossil mammal species. His 32 books include the award winning The Future Eaters and The Weather Makers, which has been translated into over 20 languages. While his books Mammals of New Guinea and the co-authored Prehistoric Mammals of Australia and New Guinea are still the most comprehensive reference works on these subjects to date. He has made numerous documentaries and regularly reviews for the New York Review of Books.
He received a Centenary of Federation Medal and in 2002 delivered the Australia Day address. In 2005 he was named Australian Humanist of the Year and in 2007 Australian of the Year. In 2011 he was made a Chevalier of the Order of St Charles.
In 1998-9 he was a visiting professor at Harvard, and is a founding member of the Wentworth Group of Concerned Scientists, a director of the Australian Wildlife Conservancy, and has served on the International Board of WWF. In 2014 he joined the Melbourne Sustainable Society Institute as Honorary Professor.
In 2007 he co-founded and was appointed Chair of the Copenhagen Climate Council. In 2011 he became Australia's Chief Climate Commissioner, and in 2013 he founded and heads the Australian Climate Council. He also serves on the Sustainability Advisory Board of Tata Power (India).
Tim has undertaken many expeditions throughout Papua New Guinea where he's discovered numerous species and subspecies of mammal. The critically endangered Greater Monkey-faced Bat was named after him, Pteralopex flanneryi, when it was described in 2005. Tim's pioneering research and conservation work in Melanesia also prompted Sir David Attenborough to describe him as being "in the league of the world's all-time great explorers".
Monday, 31 October 2016
Ross Sea: The ultimate Antarctic odyssey
10 thousand and one reasons why you should explore the Ross Sea
A landmark deal reached in Hobart on Friday means that the Ross Sea in Antarctica, one of the last unspoiled ocean wilderness areas on the planet, will become the world's largest protected marine park.
The Ross Sea covers more than 1.55 million square kilometres of ocean – an area nearly twice the size of NSW – and is home to unparalleled marine biodiversity and thriving communities of penguins, seals, whales, seabirds, and fish.
And with World Expeditions offering massive savings of up to US$10,000 on its Ross Sea Explorer voyages to the Polar continent, this landmark deal means there are now ten thousand and one reasons why you should explore the Ross Sea in 2017.
One of World Expedition's most adventurous Antarctic itineraries, the 32-day Ross Sea Explorer voyage is a true voyage of discovery. The Ross Sea Explorer voyage follows the paths of the early explorers, offering a rare insight into the history of Amundsen, Shackleton and Scott's expeditions as well as abundant wildlife encounters including the magnificent King penguin colonies. It is a complete Antarctic odyssey.
World Expeditions has two Ross Sea Explorer departures on sale:
1. Ross Sea Explorer: 13 Jan - 15 Feb 2017 (departs Ushuaia, Argentina)
Quadruple Porthole: US$19,950 per person was US$25,700 - save US$5750
Twin porthole deck 3: US$22,490 per person was US$32,750 - save US$10,260
Twin porthole deck 4: US$25,700 per person was US$32,750 - save US$7050
2. Ross Sea Explorer: 15 Feb 2017 - 17 March 2017 (departs Bluff, New Zealand)
Quadruple Porthole: US$17,450 per person was US$25,700 - save US$8250
Triple porthole: US$17,450 per person was US$25,900 - save US$8450
Twin porthole deck 3: US$22,490 per person was US$32,750 - save US$10,260
Twin porthole deck 4: US$25,700 per person was US$32,750 - save US$7050
For further information go to www.worldexpeditions.com or phone 1300 720 000.
Conditions apply: Berths are limited and subject to availability at the time of booking. The deal is only available on these two departures, applies only to new bookings and expires when the last berth is sold.
Wednesday, 26 October 2016
Save up to US$10,000 on Ross Sea Explorer deal
World Expeditions deal: Up to 10 thousand reasons why you should go polar
For a limited time only, World Expeditions is offering massive savings of up to US$10,000 on its Ross Sea Explorer voyages to the Polar continent.
One of World Expedition's most adventurous Antarctic itineraries, the 32-day Ross Sea Explorer voyage is a true voyage of discovery. The Ross Sea Explorer voyage follows the paths of the early explorers, offering a rare insight into the history of Amundsen, Shackleton and Scott's expeditions as well as abundant wildlife encounters including the magnificent King penguin colonies. It is a complete Antarctic odyssey.
Thursday, 19 May 2016
Antarctic deal - book now
Ultimate Antarctic adventure
Book before 3 August 2016 and save US $5,750 (quadruple porthole), US $5,950 (triple porthole) or US $7,050 (twin porthole). The offer is available for a limited time on trips departing on 13 January or 15 February 2017.Following the path of the early explorers, this ultimate Antarctic adventure involves abundant wildlife encounters, whale sightings and a visit to the Ross Island research stations. It is one of World Expeditions' most adventurous and comprehensive itineraries.
Priced from US $19,950 per person (quad/triple porthole) to $25,700 (twin porthole). On sale until 3 August, 2016
Ph 1300 720 000. See www.worldexpeditions.com
Sunday, 14 June 2015
Expedition cruising in the Maldives in a traditional dhoni
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from ExpeditionCruising.com editor, Roderick Eime, travelling with World Expeditions in the Maldives.
Regular readers to this blog will be used to reading about all manner of ships from the trusted and sturdy former Soviet oceanographic vessels through to the new wave of luxurious 'champagne' adventurers venturing to out to the remote corners of the world's oceans.
Here in the Maldives, expedition cruising takes on a much more rudimentary guise in the form of a traditional local 'dhoni'. These traditional wooden vessels have worked the Maldivian atolls for centuries, transporting goods and ferrying locals across the vast expanses of water that separate the inhabited islands making up this expansive oceanic republic.
Global operators like World Expeditions work with local boat owners to provide this fundamental, yet enriching experience here in the middle of the Indian Ocean.
Our all-wooden vessel, the 20m 'Gahaa' (meaning: North Star) cruises at a leisurely eight knots between the atolls that comprise this aquatic country to the SW of Sri Lanka. Accommodation is in four twin cabins with a crew of five who look after our every need. Our 'cruise director' is young 'Teddy' who guides us on snorkelling trips out on the myriad coral reefs and enlightens us on the ways of the Maldivians who have lived, fished and traded on these flat, tropical islands for centuries.
We spend our days in a blissful state of relaxing on the sun decks, swimming and snorkelling with interruptions in the form of meals prepared by our resource cook. Fish, salads and vegetables cooked to local recipes.
Maldivians, however, are at something of a crossroads. With the highest point of land anywhere in the country just three metres above sea level, the rising oceans threaten the very existence of these hardy people whose ethnicity and language is a unique mix of Tamil, Hindu and Arabic. Even their native tongue shows influences from all races and their written script is an endemic blend of the complicated-looking squiggles of each culture and language group.
The famous coral reefs of the Maldives are under the same pressures as similar reefs all around the world as ocean acidification, water warming and the many human influences take their toll on the beautiful marine formations created over millennia of slow accretion. My own observations make me wonder about the ecological balance of these reefs as sharks and larger predator species seem to be totally absent from the reefs we visit. Instead we see all manner of common 'aquarium' species, hawksbill turtles, rays and dolphins. Pleasing enough, sure, but is this sufficient to ensure the long term health of these delicate eco-systems?
from ExpeditionCruising.com editor, Roderick Eime, travelling with World Expeditions in the Maldives.
Regular readers to this blog will be used to reading about all manner of ships from the trusted and sturdy former Soviet oceanographic vessels through to the new wave of luxurious 'champagne' adventurers venturing to out to the remote corners of the world's oceans.
Here in the Maldives, expedition cruising takes on a much more rudimentary guise in the form of a traditional local 'dhoni'. These traditional wooden vessels have worked the Maldivian atolls for centuries, transporting goods and ferrying locals across the vast expanses of water that separate the inhabited islands making up this expansive oceanic republic.
Global operators like World Expeditions work with local boat owners to provide this fundamental, yet enriching experience here in the middle of the Indian Ocean.
Our all-wooden vessel, the 20m 'Gahaa' (meaning: North Star) cruises at a leisurely eight knots between the atolls that comprise this aquatic country to the SW of Sri Lanka. Accommodation is in four twin cabins with a crew of five who look after our every need. Our 'cruise director' is young 'Teddy' who guides us on snorkelling trips out on the myriad coral reefs and enlightens us on the ways of the Maldivians who have lived, fished and traded on these flat, tropical islands for centuries.
We spend our days in a blissful state of relaxing on the sun decks, swimming and snorkelling with interruptions in the form of meals prepared by our resource cook. Fish, salads and vegetables cooked to local recipes.
Maldivians, however, are at something of a crossroads. With the highest point of land anywhere in the country just three metres above sea level, the rising oceans threaten the very existence of these hardy people whose ethnicity and language is a unique mix of Tamil, Hindu and Arabic. Even their native tongue shows influences from all races and their written script is an endemic blend of the complicated-looking squiggles of each culture and language group.
The famous coral reefs of the Maldives are under the same pressures as similar reefs all around the world as ocean acidification, water warming and the many human influences take their toll on the beautiful marine formations created over millennia of slow accretion. My own observations make me wonder about the ecological balance of these reefs as sharks and larger predator species seem to be totally absent from the reefs we visit. Instead we see all manner of common 'aquarium' species, hawksbill turtles, rays and dolphins. Pleasing enough, sure, but is this sufficient to ensure the long term health of these delicate eco-systems?
You asked for sharks!
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Well, I asked for it.
After two days of snorkelling on colourful coral reefs full of all the common aquarium fish yet all but devoid of predator species, I threw our guide, Teddy, the challenge. "Show me some sharks!"
His soft round face, darkened with the constant Maldivian sun, looked back at me. "Okay, I know where we might see some," and he disappeared to have a consultation with Mosa, our captain.
That afternoon we arrived at Alimatha Resort, catering to Italians in the Felidha Atoll group, two clusters below Male, where we has flown in the day before. Giovanni at the dive shop advised me that the day dives were not very good due to adverse currents. "You come come back tonight for the night dive." And the deal was done.
Armed with powerful hand torches we dropped in just a hundred metres or so away from the resort jetty and descended to about a ten metres, a shallow dive by normal standards. Our torch beams probed the darkened reef and soon the telltale shapes of large sharks appeared in our view.
There was hardly any time to define friend or foe and in no time we were engulfed by the pack and surrounded by schooling nurse sharks (Ginglymostoma cirratum), the biggest measuring easily three metres from nose to tail. A bold and curious stringray came in close to check us out and wild-eyed giant trevally darted through every gap in the underwater melee.
Clearly these brazen animals were familiar with humans in their realm as they nudged us and brushed past, their fins running eerily along the full length of my body. One particularly large beast propped in front of me as if to challenge, his gummy face filling the screen of my camera. In the end, I placed my hand firmly behind his eye and pushed against him before he reluctantly yielded and let me pass. The few black-tipped reef sharks, small by comparison, patrolled the fringes, not game to test their luck in the frenzy that followed us along our path through the reef.
Even as we sat on back deck afterwards, a pair of large sharks hung around the stern of our dhoni in anticipation of an evening snack as if to reaffirm my wish ".... you wanted sharks!"
from ExpeditionCruising.com editor, Roderick Eime, travelling with World Expeditions in the Maldives.
Well, I asked for it.
After two days of snorkelling on colourful coral reefs full of all the common aquarium fish yet all but devoid of predator species, I threw our guide, Teddy, the challenge. "Show me some sharks!"
His soft round face, darkened with the constant Maldivian sun, looked back at me. "Okay, I know where we might see some," and he disappeared to have a consultation with Mosa, our captain.
That afternoon we arrived at Alimatha Resort, catering to Italians in the Felidha Atoll group, two clusters below Male, where we has flown in the day before. Giovanni at the dive shop advised me that the day dives were not very good due to adverse currents. "You come come back tonight for the night dive." And the deal was done.
Armed with powerful hand torches we dropped in just a hundred metres or so away from the resort jetty and descended to about a ten metres, a shallow dive by normal standards. Our torch beams probed the darkened reef and soon the telltale shapes of large sharks appeared in our view.
There was hardly any time to define friend or foe and in no time we were engulfed by the pack and surrounded by schooling nurse sharks (Ginglymostoma cirratum), the biggest measuring easily three metres from nose to tail. A bold and curious stringray came in close to check us out and wild-eyed giant trevally darted through every gap in the underwater melee.
Clearly these brazen animals were familiar with humans in their realm as they nudged us and brushed past, their fins running eerily along the full length of my body. One particularly large beast propped in front of me as if to challenge, his gummy face filling the screen of my camera. In the end, I placed my hand firmly behind his eye and pushed against him before he reluctantly yielded and let me pass. The few black-tipped reef sharks, small by comparison, patrolled the fringes, not game to test their luck in the frenzy that followed us along our path through the reef.
Even as we sat on back deck afterwards, a pair of large sharks hung around the stern of our dhoni in anticipation of an evening snack as if to reaffirm my wish ".... you wanted sharks!"
from ExpeditionCruising.com editor, Roderick Eime, travelling with World Expeditions in the Maldives.
Wednesday, 22 April 2015
Two for the price of one on the Noorderlicht - 14 June departure
World Expeditions is offering a "Two for One" deal on the 14 June departure of its South Spitsbergen voyage. You'll pay only US$3,050 for two people (usually per person price) on this Norwegian Arctic adventure, which is limited to only 20 passengers. Cruise spectacular fjords and historical villages in the magical Bell Sund, while keeping watch for the Aurora Borealis 'Northern Lights'. You'll travel in the company of an expert naturalist/expedition leader and there'll be an opportunity to assist the professional crew sail a traditional schooner.
World Expeditions
Level 5, 71 York Street, Sydney NSW 2000
PHONE: +61 2 8270 8400
WEB: worldexpeditions.com
Monday, 2 March 2015
World Expeditions 2016 Arctic Adventure Program
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Early Bird Special
Leading Australian adventure travel specialist, World Expeditions, has announced an earlybird discount on newly released 2016 Arctic Adventures.
If you book before 31 March 2015, you’ll save 5% off selected European Arctic expeditions, all of which offer a little extra to help you get the most out of the experience.
Cruise along the wild coastlines and hidden lochs of the Scottish Isles – in the company of a professional genealogist - and save USD$300. Pay from USD$5,700 (per person triple share) reduced from USD$6,000 (per person triple share) on the unforgettable 11 day Wild Scotland Explorer, which departs 13 June 2016.
A Birdlife Australia guest lecturer accompanies the 11 day Spitsbergen Odyssey, which departs 18 July, 2016 and costs from USD$5,415 (per person triple share), down from USD $5,700 (per person triple share).
Learn about photography from an expert as you cruise the magnificent east coast of Greenland on the 14 day Jewels of the Arctic, which departs 20 August 2016 and costs USD $6,460 (per person triple share), down from USD $6,800 (per person triple share).
Be quick - the earlybird discount is strictly available to the first 10 bookings on each departure only and for bookings made before 31 March, 2015. Please visit www.worldexpeditions.com or call 1300 720 000 for more information and for full terms and conditions.
Early Bird Special
Leading Australian adventure travel specialist, World Expeditions, has announced an earlybird discount on newly released 2016 Arctic Adventures.
If you book before 31 March 2015, you’ll save 5% off selected European Arctic expeditions, all of which offer a little extra to help you get the most out of the experience.
Cruise along the wild coastlines and hidden lochs of the Scottish Isles – in the company of a professional genealogist - and save USD$300. Pay from USD$5,700 (per person triple share) reduced from USD$6,000 (per person triple share) on the unforgettable 11 day Wild Scotland Explorer, which departs 13 June 2016.
A Birdlife Australia guest lecturer accompanies the 11 day Spitsbergen Odyssey, which departs 18 July, 2016 and costs from USD$5,415 (per person triple share), down from USD $5,700 (per person triple share).
Learn about photography from an expert as you cruise the magnificent east coast of Greenland on the 14 day Jewels of the Arctic, which departs 20 August 2016 and costs USD $6,460 (per person triple share), down from USD $6,800 (per person triple share).
Be quick - the earlybird discount is strictly available to the first 10 bookings on each departure only and for bookings made before 31 March, 2015. Please visit www.worldexpeditions.com or call 1300 720 000 for more information and for full terms and conditions.
Wednesday, 27 August 2014
Dr Karl to Escort Aurora Borealis Adventure Cruise with World Expeditions
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Australian adventure travel specialist, World Expeditions, has launched an exciting new trip to see the Aurora Borealis with Dr Karl Kruszelnicki, departing 25th September, 2015.
The 9 day voyage, South Spitsbergen - Aurora Borealis with Dr Karl, departs Longyearbyen on 25 September 2014 and costs $4,950 per person. The voyage takes place in the northern autumn, as the days are getting shorter, and has been timed to provide an excellent opportunity to view the spectacular Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights) and who better to explain this incredible phenomena than Dr Karl - the self proclaimed physics geek.
Sailing through the spectacular fjord system of Bell Sund, participants will be fascinated by geology of the area and delighted by the likely spotting of Polar Bears and Beluga Whales. Our small group of 20 passengers will sail aboard a comfortable schooner, the Noorderlicht. There’ll be opportunity to assist the skilled crew and expert naturalist/expedition leader with handling the sails or taking the helm.
World Expeditions adventures to this region aim to spend as much time as possible onshore, taking advantage of wildlife opportunities by using our zodiacs for both landings and cruises, with knowledgeable guides hosting these outings and providing detailed information.
These on-shore experiences will be supplemented by lectures on board by both Dr Karl and your Expedition leader which will cover a wide range of topics. Dr Karl's unique perspective and infectious enthusiasm will ensure this trip is a once in a lifetime journey.
About Dr Karl: Dr Karl Kruszelnicki is best known as an author and science commentator on Australian radio and television. In addition, he also has degrees in Physics and Maths, Biomedical Engineering, Medicine and Surgery and has also studied astrophysics, computer science, and philosophy. He has worked as a physicist, tutor, film-maker, car mechanic, labourer, roadie for bands, hospital scientific officer, biomedical engineer, TV weatherman, taxi driver, doctor and is the Julius Sumner Miller Fellow in the Science Foundation for Physics at the School of Physics, University of Sydney.
His media career began in 1981, when he started presenting ‘Great Moments In Science’ on Double J to pay his way through medical school. Since then, his media career has exploded from radio to include TV, books, newspapers, magazines, scripting, professional speaking, and of course, the Net. Dr Karl made his TV debut in 1985 as the presenter of the first series of Quantum. Since 1986 he has reported science on the Midday Show, Good Morning Australia (including a full-time stint in 1991-2 as the TV Weatherman and science reporter), the Today Show and Channel 7's breakfast program Sunrise. Alongside his fellow geek, Adam Spencer, he has written and co-produced two series of Sleek Geeks for ABC TV. Karl also talks science on ABC radio stations across Australia and, on the BBC, for several hours each week.
In 2012, Asteroid 18412 was named in his honour and he was also named a National Living Treasure by the National Trust of Australia (NSW) in the same year.
More information at www.worldexpeditions.com or call 1300 720 000.
Australian adventure travel specialist, World Expeditions, has launched an exciting new trip to see the Aurora Borealis with Dr Karl Kruszelnicki, departing 25th September, 2015.
The 9 day voyage, South Spitsbergen - Aurora Borealis with Dr Karl, departs Longyearbyen on 25 September 2014 and costs $4,950 per person. The voyage takes place in the northern autumn, as the days are getting shorter, and has been timed to provide an excellent opportunity to view the spectacular Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights) and who better to explain this incredible phenomena than Dr Karl - the self proclaimed physics geek.
Sailing through the spectacular fjord system of Bell Sund, participants will be fascinated by geology of the area and delighted by the likely spotting of Polar Bears and Beluga Whales. Our small group of 20 passengers will sail aboard a comfortable schooner, the Noorderlicht. There’ll be opportunity to assist the skilled crew and expert naturalist/expedition leader with handling the sails or taking the helm.
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| Classic schooner, Noorderlicht. |
These on-shore experiences will be supplemented by lectures on board by both Dr Karl and your Expedition leader which will cover a wide range of topics. Dr Karl's unique perspective and infectious enthusiasm will ensure this trip is a once in a lifetime journey.
About Dr Karl: Dr Karl Kruszelnicki is best known as an author and science commentator on Australian radio and television. In addition, he also has degrees in Physics and Maths, Biomedical Engineering, Medicine and Surgery and has also studied astrophysics, computer science, and philosophy. He has worked as a physicist, tutor, film-maker, car mechanic, labourer, roadie for bands, hospital scientific officer, biomedical engineer, TV weatherman, taxi driver, doctor and is the Julius Sumner Miller Fellow in the Science Foundation for Physics at the School of Physics, University of Sydney.
His media career began in 1981, when he started presenting ‘Great Moments In Science’ on Double J to pay his way through medical school. Since then, his media career has exploded from radio to include TV, books, newspapers, magazines, scripting, professional speaking, and of course, the Net. Dr Karl made his TV debut in 1985 as the presenter of the first series of Quantum. Since 1986 he has reported science on the Midday Show, Good Morning Australia (including a full-time stint in 1991-2 as the TV Weatherman and science reporter), the Today Show and Channel 7's breakfast program Sunrise. Alongside his fellow geek, Adam Spencer, he has written and co-produced two series of Sleek Geeks for ABC TV. Karl also talks science on ABC radio stations across Australia and, on the BBC, for several hours each week.
In 2012, Asteroid 18412 was named in his honour and he was also named a National Living Treasure by the National Trust of Australia (NSW) in the same year.
More information at www.worldexpeditions.com or call 1300 720 000.
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