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Also known as the Grand Dame of Exploration Cruising, Heritage Adventurer has an illustrious history of navigating polar waters. Boasting the highest passenger ship ice-class rating (1A Super), she carries just 140 passengers, ensuring a more intimate experience.

Accommodation comprises 12 main deck single cabins, two main deck triples, 46 superior double cabins, eight superior single cabins, two superior triple cabins, eight Worsley Suites and four Heritage Suites.

On board facilities include a gymnasium, pool, hot tub, sauna, viewing decks, library, presentation theatre, and multiple lounge/bars.

Modern stabilisers and propulsion provide excellent manoeuvrability, guaranteed stability, and safety. A fleet of 14 Zodiacs ensures minimal waiting around as everyone can go out on expeditions at the same time. In areas where landings are not permitted, Zodiacs allow guests to get closer to the shoreline, where wildlife is often at its most prolific.

Every opportunity is taken either to land or to enjoy an excursion to view wildlife and scenery or visit historic sites and scientific bases.   

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Key info

  • Length: 124 metres
  • Passengers: 140 in 82 cabins

wildlife trips

Heritage Adventurer offers the following cabin classes:

Superior cabin

Superior cabin on board Heritage Adventurer.
  • Location: Deck 4 & 5
  • Beds: King or twin beds
  • External view: Panoramic windows
  • Facilities: Private bathing facilities, Shower, Lounge, TV, Desk & Chair

Worsley suite

Worsley suite on board Heritage Adventurer.
  • Location: Deck 6
  • Beds: King or twin beds
  • External view: Large panoramic
  • Facilities: Private bathing facilities, Shower, Lounge, TV, Small sofa, Desk & Chair

Heritage suite

Heritage suite on board Heritage Adventurer.
  • Location: Deck 6
  • Beds: King bed
  • External view: Large double panoramic
  • Facilities: Private bathing facilities, Bath, Shower, Lounge, TV, Sofa, Desk & Chair

Wildlife trips

This cruise vessel is featured in the following itineraries:

Birding Expedition Down Under

The Subantarctic Islands are tiny sanctuaries for some of the most abundant and unique wildlife on the planet. This epic expedition provides a rare opportunity to discover these wild islands, perfect for pelagic enthusiasts, penguin fanatics, and those interested in island endemics. Find out more about Birding Expedition Down Under

  • Destination: New Zealand, Antarctica
  • Price (exc. flights): 17 days from £13,500
  • Trip type:
    Voyage
  • When to go:
    • D

Ross Sea Expedition Voyage

This voyage takes you further south than any other sea route to discover the remote Ross Sea. Locked under ice for most of the year, few people visit this unspoiled part of the world. Complimented with the little-known Subantarctic Islands south of New Zealand, this is a once-in-a-lifetime expedition. Find out more about Ross Sea Expedition Voyage

  • Destination: Antarctica
  • Price (exc. flights): 28 days from £25,500
  • Trip type:
    Voyage
  • When to go:
    • J
    • F

South Pacific Explorer

This once-in-a-lifetime voyage visits the remote and culturally-rich islands of Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands and Vanuatu in search of unique birdlife aboard a small expedition vessel. Snorkel the crystal clear waters, or kayak the coastlines while enjoying the spectacular scenery and marine life. Find out more about South Pacific Explorer

  • Destination: Papua New Guinea
  • Price (exc. flights): 17 days from £10,750
  • Trip type:
    Voyage
  • When to go:
    • O