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15 night hidden treasures of new zealand and vanuatu

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Length of cruise: 15 nights
Ship: Le Jacques Cartier (details)
Cruise line: Ponant Cruises

Departure port: Auckland
Ports of call: Waiheke Island, Bay Of Islands, Norfolk Island, Port Vila, Espiritu Santo, Ambrym Island, Malakula
Return port: Cairns

Day Location

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Auckland
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Auckland
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Waiheke Island
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Bay Of Islands
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Norfolk Island
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Port Vila
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Espiritu Santo
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Ambrym Island
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Malakula
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Cairns
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Cairns

Whether you’re seeking relaxation or a wilderness adventure, the islands of Auckland’s Hauraki Gulf Marine Park have it all. More than 50 islands have been set aside for conservation and most have public access. Visit an island sanctuary to see rare and endangered birds, climb a volcanic cone or simply relax in the sun on a white sand beach.

Little Kingfisher at Centenary Lakes, Cairns, Australia.

The Haruru Falls were created by an ancient lava flow. You can reach the falls by road, walking track or sea kayak from historic Waitangi in the Bay of Islands. The walking track includes native forest and a boardwalk through a tidal mangrove forest. Local guided kayak tours offer full tuition and an informative commentary along the way.

A day sail in the Bay of Islands is easy to arrange from Kerikeri, Paihia, Russell or Opua. Once you leave the main harbor, the view expands to reveal an amazing cruising ground. Most of the surrounding islands are protected nature reserves where you can discover ancient Maori pa sites, walk through native forest and explore gorgeous beaches. The Bay of Islands are a must-visit on a longer stay on the North Island.

Shooting the whitewater rapids near Cairns, Australia.

A ferry ride from downtown Auckland can take you to Waiheke Island, where life revolves around wine, food, beaches and outdoor adventures.

Mosman Gorge and Daintree Rainforest are calm, pleasant excursions north of Cairns, Queensland, Australia.

Australia's Great Barrier Reef, the world's largest coral reef, teems with spectacular marine life. Shot taken on Langford Island looking toward Hayman Island.

A beautiful beach in Cairns, Queensland, Australia.

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