Sail into a world few ever experience where unique time-honoured traditions and elaborately costumed dancers welcome us into their world. Explore the rich history, iconic WWII sites, cultures and wildlife of Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands and Vanuatu on this 18-day authentic expedition cruise which includes a flight from Cairns to Port Moresby.
Crossing the Buka Channel at Nissan Island we see reminders of intensive World War II action, then enter a long-isolated world as we are among the first travellers to return to Bougainville. Sailing through the turquoise waters of the Solomon Islands, new vistas and unexpected encounters await. Discover one of the conservation jewels of the South Pacific on Tetepare Island and observe the ancient Rom Dance on Ambrym Island.
Experience a kaleidoscope of cultures as we explore Vanuatu, where more than 100 indigenous languages are spoken. With over 80 habitable islands, islanders have closely guarded their own cultures and languages. Our expedition embraces some of these cultures and languages, as we explore one of the happiest places on the planet.
Itinerary: Cairns, Port Moresby, Doini Island, Cape Nelson, E’Entrecasteaux Island, Trobriand Islands, Rabaul, Nissan Island, Bougainville Island, Kolombangara Island, Tetepare Island, Nggela Sule & Tulagi Islands, Santa Ana Island, Nendo Island, Vanikoro Island, Espiritu Santo, Ambrym & Efate Islands, Port Vila