Heritage Expeditionsare New Zealand's award winning expedition travel company.  They specialise in worldwide natural history small group expeditions for the discerning traveller.

Their vessel, the 'Spirit of Enderby' is perfect for Expedition Travel. The real focus and emphasis of every expedition is getting you ashore as often as possible for as long as possible with maximum safety and comfort.

It carries just 48 passengers in very comfortable accommodation (refurbished in New Zealand Nov' 04). The cuisine is excellent and is prepared by top NZ and Australian chefs.

The Expeditions are accompanied by some of the most experienced naturalists and guides, who have devoted a lifetime to field research in the areas that we visit. The ship is crewed by a very enthusiastic and most experienced Russian Captain and crew.

The 'Spirit of Enderby' measures 72 metres in length and is fully ice-strengthened. Powered by two 1,560 horse power diesel engines. It is capable of speeds of up to 12 knots.What makes this Expedition Vessel absolutely unique is the equipment carried including:

a) A fleet of RIB’s,(rigid inflatable boats) sometimes referred to as zodiacs. These extremely safe and stable craft will land you at some of the most amazing places.

b) A specially designed and built Hovercraft (2) give unprecedented over ice capability in Antarctica allowing you to land in places that are inaccessible to other ships.