Small Ship Cruising Holidays | Viva Expeditions

A little bit about Small Ship Cruising

Small ship expedition cruises are a wonderful way to explore. Choose from Antarctica cruises & Sub-Antarctic Island cruises, Arctic cruises or sail the Patagonian Fiords, Galapagos Islands Cruising or New Zealand’s wonderful Fiordland.

There is something intriguing about small ship cruises and they are the perfect way to explore remote and beautiful parts of the world! Ships range from private vessels to cruises with as little as 12 people, up to cruises of around a maximum of 200 people depending on the region.

Latin America cruise options include cruising the mystical Amazon Jungle, the exotic Galapagos Islands or remote fiords of Patagonia, or perhaps transiting through the Panama Canal.

Antarctica cruises and cruises to New Zealand Sub Antarctic Islands are a once-in-a-lifetime experience offering the opportunity to discover colonies of amazing penguins and fur seals, many different types of whales as well as the incredible scenery of icebergs and massive glaciers. While in the north our Arctic cruises take you to see polar bears in the wild, and other unique species of wildlife such a walrus, narwhal and caribou.

In New Zealand we have a range of small vessel sailing and cruising options. Explore the famous Milford & Dusky Sounds, enjoy summer cruising while dolphins frolic at your bow in the Bay of Islands or head south to explore Macquarie Island & the New Zealand Sub-Antarctic Islands.

While on board a small ship cruise you will enjoy exquisite local and international dishes, comfortable cabins and lovely social spaces. We have cruises to suit all budgets and interests.

13 days

Wildlife and Nature: Our wildlife and nature holidays will take you to some of the most remote and unspoilt regions in the Southern Hemisphere. Discover rich exotic wildlife in Latin America, magnificent marine wildlife in Antarctica and spot spectacular birds in New Zealand.
Luxury: We design unique luxury holidays and experiences that allow you to experience to most spectacular and remote parts of the Southern Hemisphere. Choose from the best hotels and lodges, luxury small ship cruises, enjoy on of exclusive Heli-tours

VIP Antarctica Cruise with Special Guest

The adventure of a lifetime! Travel alongside Sir John Key and experience the magic of the wildest, most isolated continent on the planet.

12 days

Small Ship Cruising: Small ship expedition cruises are a wonderful way to explore. Choose from Antarctica cruises & Sub-Antarctic Island cruises, Arctic cruises or sail the Patagonian Fiords, Galapagos Islands Cruising or New Zealand’s wonderful Fiordland.
Wildlife and Nature: Our wildlife and nature holidays will take you to some of the most remote and unspoilt regions in the Southern Hemisphere. Discover rich exotic wildlife in Latin America, magnificent marine wildlife in Antarctica and spot spectacular birds in New Zealand.
Luxury: We design unique luxury holidays and experiences that allow you to experience to most spectacular and remote parts of the Southern Hemisphere. Choose from the best hotels and lodges, luxury small ship cruises, enjoy on of exclusive Heli-tours

Emblematic Antarctica

Embark on an unforgettable 12 day voyage to Antarctica, encounter penguins, whales, seals, ice burgs and grandiose landscapes on this luxury cruise.

5 days

Small Ship Cruising: Small ship expedition cruises are a wonderful way to explore. Choose from Antarctica cruises & Sub-Antarctic Island cruises, Arctic cruises or sail the Patagonian Fiords, Galapagos Islands Cruising or New Zealand’s wonderful Fiordland.
Wildlife and Nature: Our wildlife and nature holidays will take you to some of the most remote and unspoilt regions in the Southern Hemisphere. Discover rich exotic wildlife in Latin America, magnificent marine wildlife in Antarctica and spot spectacular birds in New Zealand.

Fjords of Tierra Del Fuego: Patagonia Cruise

Cruise from Punta Arenas to Ushuaia, witness huge glaciers up close, visit penguin rookies, walk in remote wilderness and attempt to land at Cape Horn

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11 days

Expedition: Looking to get off-the-beaten-track and explore some of the harder to reach destinations on offer. We have some great Expedition travel options for you!
Small Ship Cruising: Small ship expedition cruises are a wonderful way to explore. Choose from Antarctica cruises & Sub-Antarctic Island cruises, Arctic cruises or sail the Patagonian Fiords, Galapagos Islands Cruising or New Zealand’s wonderful Fiordland.

Best of Antarctica Cruise | 11 days

Cruise to Antarctica and experience towering icebergs, hike amongst beautiful scenery and meet curious penguins. One of the most affordable cruises.

8 days

Small Ship Cruising: Small ship expedition cruises are a wonderful way to explore. Choose from Antarctica cruises & Sub-Antarctic Island cruises, Arctic cruises or sail the Patagonian Fiords, Galapagos Islands Cruising or New Zealand’s wonderful Fiordland.
Wildlife and Nature: Our wildlife and nature holidays will take you to some of the most remote and unspoilt regions in the Southern Hemisphere. Discover rich exotic wildlife in Latin America, magnificent marine wildlife in Antarctica and spot spectacular birds in New Zealand.

Galapagos: Archipel I I 8 days South West

The 8 day tour aboard the catamaran Archipel I gives you an extensive overview of the Galapagos Islands

4 days

Small Ship Cruising: Small ship expedition cruises are a wonderful way to explore. Choose from Antarctica cruises & Sub-Antarctic Island cruises, Arctic cruises or sail the Patagonian Fiords, Galapagos Islands Cruising or New Zealand’s wonderful Fiordland.
Wildlife and Nature: Our wildlife and nature holidays will take you to some of the most remote and unspoilt regions in the Southern Hemisphere. Discover rich exotic wildlife in Latin America, magnificent marine wildlife in Antarctica and spot spectacular birds in New Zealand.
Luxury: We design unique luxury holidays and experiences that allow you to experience to most spectacular and remote parts of the Southern Hemisphere. Choose from the best hotels and lodges, luxury small ship cruises, enjoy on of exclusive Heli-tours

Delfin III - 4 Day Cruise Peru

Have an unforgettable experience discovering the amazing treasures of the Amazon River onboard a luxury river cruise.

11 days

Small Ship Cruising: Small ship expedition cruises are a wonderful way to explore. Choose from Antarctica cruises & Sub-Antarctic Island cruises, Arctic cruises or sail the Patagonian Fiords, Galapagos Islands Cruising or New Zealand’s wonderful Fiordland.
Wildlife and Nature: Our wildlife and nature holidays will take you to some of the most remote and unspoilt regions in the Southern Hemisphere. Discover rich exotic wildlife in Latin America, magnificent marine wildlife in Antarctica and spot spectacular birds in New Zealand.

Classic Antarctica

Offering the ultimate taste of the white continent. Embark on this small ship with only 90 passengers & discover classic Antarctic highlights

7 days

Small Ship Cruising: Small ship expedition cruises are a wonderful way to explore. Choose from Antarctica cruises & Sub-Antarctic Island cruises, Arctic cruises or sail the Patagonian Fiords, Galapagos Islands Cruising or New Zealand’s wonderful Fiordland.
Wildlife and Nature: Our wildlife and nature holidays will take you to some of the most remote and unspoilt regions in the Southern Hemisphere. Discover rich exotic wildlife in Latin America, magnificent marine wildlife in Antarctica and spot spectacular birds in New Zealand.

Treasure of Galapagos | 7 days

One week Galapagos cruise experience the highlights of the western islands Fernandina and Isabela

8 days

Small Ship Cruising: Small ship expedition cruises are a wonderful way to explore. Choose from Antarctica cruises & Sub-Antarctic Island cruises, Arctic cruises or sail the Patagonian Fiords, Galapagos Islands Cruising or New Zealand’s wonderful Fiordland.
Wildlife and Nature: Our wildlife and nature holidays will take you to some of the most remote and unspoilt regions in the Southern Hemisphere. Discover rich exotic wildlife in Latin America, magnificent marine wildlife in Antarctica and spot spectacular birds in New Zealand.
Luxury: We design unique luxury holidays and experiences that allow you to experience to most spectacular and remote parts of the Southern Hemisphere. Choose from the best hotels and lodges, luxury small ship cruises, enjoy on of exclusive Heli-tours

Galapagos: Endemic | 8 days luxury

Experience the Galapagos Islands in style onboard the M/C Endemic, an elegant and spacious catamaran. Encounter Blue-footed Boobies, Iguanas, sea lion

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Antarctica Cruising

Southern Argentina & Chile is the gateway to Antarctica, learn more about Antarctica and check out our great range of cruising options.

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Galapagos Islands Cruising

Home of unusual wildlife, Galapagos Islands are a bucket-list destination. Learn more about our Galapagos Islands cruising options.

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Amazon River Cruising

An Amazon River Cruise is a wonderful, peaceful way to explore the waterways of the Amazon Basin. Check out our range of Amazon Cruises.

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