Heritage Adventurer
EXPEDITION-LUXURY (140 GUESTS)
The Heritage Adventurer (formerly the MS Hanseatic) is a modern, ice-strengthened Antarctic cruise ship purpose built for polar waters in Rauma Finland. She not only has the highest ice class rating (Lloyds 1AS), but she also offers unmatched stability and superior speed to get you to your destination and out exploring.
Heritage Adventurer has an impressive history of Polar exploration. Having held records for the most northern and southern Arctic and Antarctic navigations, and for traversing both the Northwest and Northeast Passages.
Originally designed to accommodate 184 guests, Heritage Adventurer now welcomes just 140 expeditioners ensuring spacious, stylish and comfortable voyages, while a fleet of 14 Zodiacs ensures all guests are able to maximise their expedition adventure.
HERITAGE ADVENTURER DATES AND PRICES
HERITAGE ADVENTURER 2026-27 DATES AND PRICES
BOOKING OFFER
Save up to 20% on select cabins on select 2026-27 Antarctic and sub-Antarctic voyages.
Available on new bookings confirmed by 30 April 2026.
Offer is subject to availability and can be changed or withdrawn at any time.
Please call us on 1300 784 794 to confirm price and availability.
Prices in AUD$ – per person twin share (triple share in triple cabins)
Click on Cruise itinerary name below to view detailed description of your Antarctic Cruise
| Cruise Itinerary | Start Date | End Date | Days | Starts / Ends | Main Deck Triple | Main Deck Single | Deck 4 Superior | Deck 5 Superior | Superior Triple | Superior Single | Worsley Suites | Heritage Suites | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galapagos of the Southern Ocean | 22 Nov 2026 | 03 Dec 2026 | 12 | Queenstown / Invercargill | $ 15,655 | Sold Out | $ 18,795 | $ 19,590 | $ 16,455 | Sold Out | $ 24,530 | Sold Out | |
| Birding Down Under | 02 Dec 2026 | 18 Dec 2026 | 17 | Queenstown / Invercargill | $ 23,875 | $ 32,895 | $ 27,665 | $ 28,455 | $ 25,145 | $ 34,305 | $ 33,465 | $ 52,000 | |
| Galapagos of the Southern Ocean | 17 Dec 2026 | 28 Dec 2026 | 12 | Queenstown / Invercargill | Sold Out | Sold Out | Sold Out | $ 19,590 | $ 16,455 | Sold Out | $ 24,530 | $ 36,000 | |
| Beyond Fiordland | 27 Dec 2026 | 07 Jan 2027 | 12 | Queenstown / Invercargill | $ 14,890 | $ 21,080 | $ 17,230 | $ 18,260 | $ 16,065 | $ 21,555 | $ 21,555 | $ 34,330 | |
| Forgotten Islands of the South Pacific | 27 Dec 2026 | 03 Jan 2027 | 8 | Queenstown / Invercargill | $ 9,170 | $ 13,560 | $ 10,965 | $ 11,755 | $ 10,115 | $ 13,995 | $ 13,995 | $ 22,000 | |
| Unseen Fiordland and Stewart Island | 02 Jan 2027 | 07 Jan 2027 | 6 | Queenstown / Invercargill | $ 5,880 | $ 7,675 | $ 6,665 | $ 7,125 | $ 6,095 | $ 7,720 | $ 7,720 | $ 13,000 | |
| In the Wake of Scott and Shackleton – Ross Sea | 06 Jan 2027 | 02 Feb 2027 | 28 | Queenstown / Invercargill | Sold Out | Sold Out | $ 54,500 | $ 56,230 | $ 51,175 | Sold Out | Sold Out | Sold Out | |
| In the Wake of Scott and Shackleton – Ross Sea | 01 Feb 2027 | 28 Feb 2027 | 28 | Queenstown / Invercargill | $ 49,365 | Sold Out | $ 54,500 | $ 56,230 | $ 51,175 | Sold Out | Sold Out | Sold Out |
All voyages have a pre-night in a Queenstown Hotel on a twin share basis. Dinner is included. The next day, the group will transfer to the port to embark the ship.
No single supplement applies for passengers willing to share. Single supplement is 1.5 x the published twin rate for twin private and superior cabins. Single supplement is 2 x the published twin rate for suites. Single supplement is not available in triple cabins.
HERITAGE ADVENTURER 2026-27 CRUISES
For more information on the voyages we offer, call 1300 784 794 or email contact@antarcticatravelcentre.com.au
HERITAGE ADVENTURER 2027-28 DATES AND PRICES
EARLY BOOKING OFFER
Save up to 20% on select cabins on select 2027-28 Antarctic and sub-Antarctic voyages.
Available on new bookings confirmed by 30 April 2026.
Offer is subject to availability and can be changed or withdrawn at any time.
Please call us on 1300 784 794 to confirm price and availability.
Prices in AUD$ – per person twin share (triple share in triple cabins)
Click on Cruise itinerary name below to view detailed description of your Antarctic Cruise
| Cruise Itinerary | Start Date | End Date | Days | Starts / Ends | Main Deck Triple | Main Deck Single | Deck 4 Superior | Deck 5 Superior | Superior Triple | Superior Single | Worsley Suites | Heritage Suites |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galapagos of the Southern Ocean | 21 Nov 2027 | 02 Dec 2027 | 12 | Bluff | $ 16,700 | $ 24,250 | $ 20,050 | $ 20,900 | $ 17,550 | $ 27,150 | $ 27,150 | $ 38,350 |
| Birding Down Under | 01 Dec 2027 | 17 Dec 2027 | 17 | Bluff | $ 25,450 | $ 35,050 | $ 29,500 | $ 30,350 | $ 26,800 | $ 39,400 | $ 39,400 | $ 55,400 |
| Galapagos of the Southern Ocean | 16 Dec 2027 | 27 Dec 2027 | 12 | Bluff | $ 16,700 | $ 24,250 | $ 20,050 | $ 20,900 | $ 17,550 | $ 27,150 | $ 27,150 | $ 38,350 |
| Beyond Fiordland | 26 Dec 2027 | 06 Jan 2028 | 12 | Bluff | $ 15,900 | $ 22,500 | $ 18,350 | $ 19,450 | $ 17,150 | $ 25,300 | $ 25,300 | $ 36,600 |
| Forgotten Islands | 01 Jan 2028 | 06 Jan 2028 | 8 | Bluff | $ 9,800 | $ 14,450 | $ 11,700 | $ 12,550 | $ 10,800 | $ 16,300 | $ 16,300 | $ 23,450 |
| Unseen Fiordland & Stewart Island | 05 Jan 2028 | 06 Jan 2028 | 6 | Bluff | $ 6,300 | $ 8,200 | $ 7,100 | $ 7,600 | $ 6,500 | $ 9,900 | $ 9,900 | $ 13,850 |
| In the Wake of Scott & Shackleton | 05 Jan 2028 | 01 Feb 2028 | 28 | Bluff | $ 52,600 | $ 71,400 | $ 58,050 | $ 59,900 | $ 54,550 | $ 77,900 | $ 77,900 | $ 105,450 |
| In the Wake of Scott & Shackleton | 31 Jan 2028 | 27 Feb 2028 | 28 | Bluff | $ 52,600 | $ 71,400 | $ 58,050 | $ 59,900 | $ 54,550 | $ 77,900 | $ 77,900 | $ 105,450 |
All voyages have a pre-night in a Queenstown Hotel on a twin share basis. Dinner is included. The next day, the group will transfer to the port to embark the ship.
No single supplement applies for passengers willing to share. Single supplement is 1.5 x the published twin rate for twin private and superior cabins. Single supplement is 2 x the published twin rate for suites. Single supplement is not available in triple cabins.
HERITAGE ADVENTURER 2027-28 CRUISES
For more information on the voyages we offer, call 1300 784 794 or email contact@antarcticatravelcentre.com.au
Heritage Adventurer Cabins
Main Deck Triple
Location
Deck 3 (see deck plan below)
Cabin Size
22 metres squared
More Features
The Main Deck Triple Cabins on Deck 3 are a spacious 22m2 and feature two porthole windows, two single beds and one Pullman bed which folds down from the wall, comfortable lounge, writing desk, private en-suite with shower, ample storage and a flat screen entertainment system.
Amenities: Porthole windows, twin beds, Pullman bed, lounge, desk, private en-suite with shower, flat screen entertainment system
Main Deck Single
Location
Deck 3 (see deck plan below)
Cabin Size
22 metres squared
More Features
The Main Deck Single Cabins on Deck 3 are a spacious 22m2 and feature two porthole windows, king bed, comfortable lounge, writing desk, private en-suite with shower, ample storage and a flat screen entertainment system.
Amenities: Porthole windows, king bed, lounge, desk, private en-suite with shower, flat screen entertainment system
Deck 4 Superior
Location
Deck 4 (see deck plan below)
Cabin Size
22 metres squared
More Features
The Superior Cabins on Deck 4 are a spacious 22m2 and feature large panoramic windows, king or two single beds, comfortable lounge, writing desk, private en-suite with shower, ample storage and a flat screen entertainment system.
Amenities: Panoramic windows, king or twin beds, lounge, desk, private en-suite with shower, flat screen entertainment system
Deck 5 Superior
Location
Deck 5 (see deck plan below)
Cabin Size
22 metres squared
More Features
The Superior Cabins on Deck 5 are a spacious 22m2 and feature large panoramic windows, king or two single beds, comfortable lounge, writing desk, private en-suite with shower, ample storage and a flat screen entertainment system.
Amenities: Panoramic windows, king or twin beds, lounge, desk, private en-suite with shower, flat screen entertainment system
Superior Triple
Location
Deck 5 (see deck plan below)
Cabin Size
22 metres squared
More Features
The Superior Triple Cabins on Deck 5 are a spacious 22m2 and feature large panoramic windows, two single beds and one Pullman bed which folds down from the wall, comfortable lounge, writing desk, private en-suite with shower, ample storage and a flat screen entertainment system.
Amenities: Panoramic windows, twin beds, Pullman bed, lounge, desk, private en-suite with shower, flat screen entertainment system
Superior Single
Location
Deck 5 (see deck plan below)
Cabin Size
22 metres squared
More Features
The Superior Single Cabins on Deck 5 are a spacious 22m2 and feature large panoramic windows, king bed, comfortable lounge, writing desk, private en-suite with shower, ample storage and a flat screen entertainment system.
Amenities: Panoramic windows, king bed, lounge, desk, private en-suite with shower, flat screen entertainment system
Worsley Suite
Location
Deck 6 (see deck plan below)
Cabin Size
22 metres squared
More Features
Located on Deck 6, Worsley Suites are a spacious 22m2 and feature large panoramic windows, king or two single beds, comfortable chaise-style lounge suite, writing desk, private en-suite with shower, ample storage and a flat screen entertainment system. Receive complimentary in-room dining, minibar replenished daily, USD$100 per person SPA credit, Heritage Expeditions keep cup, notebook and pen.
Amenities: Panoramic windows, king or twin beds, lounge suite, private-ensuite with shower, flat screen entertainment system, minibar, USD$100 per person spa credit
Heritage Suite
Location
Deck 6 (see deck plan below)
Cabin Size
44 metres squared
More Features
Located on Deck 6, Heritage Suites are an expansive 44m2 and feature large double panoramic windows, king bed, large living area with a sofa, coffee table and chairs and grand marble bathroom with a double basin, bathtub and shower, large writing desk, floor to ceiling cabinetry for storage and a flat screen entertainment system. Receive complimentary in-room dining, minibar replenished daily, free laundry, UDS$100 per person SPA credit, Heritage Expeditions keep cup, notebook and pen.
Amenities: Panoramic windows, king bed, large living area, marble bathroom with double basin, bathtub and shower, desk, flat screen entertainment system, minibar, free laundry, US$100 per person spa credit
Deck Plan
Ship Details
2 Lounge and bar areas
Library well stocked with polar books & DVDs
2 Restaurants
Theatre-style presentation room
Gift shop
Fitness room and massage room
Hot water spa, sauna and salt water pool
Zodiac excursions and landings (guided hikes/walks) with expert expedition team
Accommodation aboard
All meals aboard ship, afternoon teas
Educational programme on board
Emergency Room trained English-speaking doctor
Complimentary tea and coffee 24 hours
Guests: 140
Ice Class Rating: Lloyds 1AS
Built: 1993, Rauma, Finland
Length: 122.83m
Bredth: 18m
Draft: 4.9m
Speed: 16 knots
Operator: Heritage Expeditions