Wild Earth Travel: Close to Home Journeys

2020/21 close to home journeys

Wild earth travel Unforgettable encounters around New Zealand and Australia

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Discover the destination Our journeys, whether by our journeys, whether land, fly or cruise all about the most important element - where you are going. Due to current times people are looking for meaningful journeys within our own backyard. We believe in finding our travellers those experiences in the far reaches of Aotearoa | New Zealand.

Discover somewhere new Our journeys combine the freedom of the land and seas to easily visit regions out of the way or off the beaten track. The abilities of our journeys to provide you with unique and inspiring experiences is matched only by those of the guides and staff who will lead you to truly discover the destination. Wild Earth Travel have travelled to all corners of New Zealand including the Sub Antarctic Islands, Chatham Islands, the deep corners of Fiordland and the Ross Sea of Antarctica, making us your New Zealand travel experts.

Although you will find a selection of hand-picked journeys in this brochure it is by no means everything. If you don’t find a program that suits your requirements or you have a specific destination in mind please check our website or contact us directly to start your adventure. www.wildearth-travel.com | info@wildearth-travel.com We encourage you to contact us or speak to your travel agent about the options that Wild Earth Travel has available. We are always pleased to share our knowledge and expertise to ensure you have the experience of a lifetime.

With over 1,000 journey's available, we are sure to find your perfect journey.

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Boutique and exclusive If you enjoy a more personal style of travel where you travel with smaller groups, discover more, and engage with your fellow travellers then our journeys and programs could be perfect.

By travelling with Wild Earth Travel we guarantee that you will spend less time in queues and more time experiencing the unique destinations on the itinerary or engaging with fellow travellers. This all combines to create an exclusive and intimate yet relaxed atmosphere.

All inclusive Most of Wild Earth Travel's journeys are all inclusive. This means that what you read in the itinerary is included in the price, with no hidden extras or nasty surprises. On the rare occasions when there is unlisted costs this will be noted in the itinerary. While this may mean that our journeys are not the cheapest available, remember you have paid for everything upfront as you purchase the journey and the experiences all at once. Our customers consistently agree that our trips represent excellent value for money.

Transparency of pricing World currencies continue to fluctuate significantly. We offer you prices in the currency that the individual suppliers operate. Rather than factoring in guaranteed local prices which invariably mean that you pay more, we will always offer you the best available price on the day of payment. You will see the trips in this brochure can be priced in other currencies, we do however accept payment in Australian or New Zealand Dollars. Contact us for the current rates.

Our partners To curate this collection of journeys and explorations we work with a handpicked collection of land and small ship expedition operators. They are all experts in what they do and we are confident that your travels with them will be the experience of a lifetime.

Image Copyright: Exceptional Kangaroo Island, Fiordland Discovery, Heritage Expeditions, Active Adventures.

Front Cover: Active Adventures.

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Why Wild Earth Travel?

Book with the experts Between the Wild Earth Travel team, we’ve explored Antarctica over 100 times, led small ship cruises worldwide and experienced the most unique and fascinating corners of New Zealand including the Sub Antarctic Islands, Chatham Islands and the isolated areas of Fiordland.

New Zealand owned and operated Wild Earth Travel are locally owned and operated, based in Christchurch working alongside other locally owned operators to bring you the best of New Zealand and Australia whilst supporting locals.

An ever growing collection Our collection is constantly growing to bring you the best experiences in current circumstances. Our website www.wildearth-travel.com is constantly being updated with new and interesting destinations. Check it out!

Experience. Knowledge.

Expertise.

Wild Earth Travel is owned by an expedition leader who knows New Zealand and it's surrounds better than no other. Wild Earth Travel's OwnerOperator Aaron Russ was just a child when he first started visiting the Sub Antarctic Islands and Chatham Islands with his parents who established tourism to that region over 35 years ago.

The priority was, and still is, to increase awareness and conservation of the natural world through responsible expedition travel. Aaron has spent all his life learning and traveling, and sharing this passion and knowledge with you is of the utmost importance to Wild Earth Travel.

The team at Wild Earth Travel provide unbiased and realistic advise. Our priority is 'match making' the right operator and destination to the traveller.

Whether you have a passion for photography, want to hike to the top of every peak, or whether you prefer a laid back approach with a glass of champagne we can help advise the program best suited to your needs.

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PG 6 ULTIMATE NORTH ISLAND ADVENTURE

PG 7 RIVERLANDS DISCOVERY

New Zealand Aotearoa

PG 8 EAST CAPE SCENIC DRIVE

PG 9 CRYSTAL WATERS OF TAUPO

PG 11 'TOP OF THE SOUTH' EXTRAVAGANZA PG 12 QUEEN CHARLOTTE TRACK: WALK & CRUISE

PG 13 SPIRIT OF THE SOUTH

PG10 ULTIMATE SOUTH ISLAND ADVENTURE

PG 20 THE BEST OF NEW ZEALAND

PG14 OTAHUNA: AN ELEGANT ESCAPE

PG14 A TASTE OF CANTERBURY

PG16 THE FOOD AND WINE OF OTAGO

PG17 FIORDLAND DISCOVERY

PG18 UNSEEN FIORDLAND & STEWART ISLABD PG19 STEWART ISLAND DISCOVERY wildearth-travel.com Small ships, big adventures ı 5

Ultimate North Island Adventure Quite possibly one of our most diverse New Zealand adventures: Hike, cycle, cruise, snorkel and kayak your way around the North Island with exceptional local guides. This itinerary is for those looking for an active adventure, a moderate level of fitness is recommended.

11 DAYS, 10 NIGHTS TRAVEL STYLE: Active Land Journey PRICE FROM: NZ$6,699 PP TRAVEL DATES: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 December 2020, monthly departures 2021 , 2022 HIGHLIGHTS:

Opononi

Paihia Poor Knight Islands

> Two experienced New Zealand guides per trip > Waipoua Forest twilight tour guided by the local Maori, we also visit Tane Mahuta > Visit the sand dunes of Te Pouahi Reserve > Enjoy a hike out to Cape Brett

Auckland

> Snorkel or kayak at the Poor Knight Islands, New Zealand's second oldest marine reserve > Enjoy mountain biking near Rotorua in the Whakarewarewa Forest - a real highlight of this trip!

Rotorua

> Hike one of New Zealand's most famous walks - the Tongariro Crossing > Visit the Waitomo Caves

Lake Taupo

ITINERARY: AUCKLAND RETURN DAY 1: AUCKLAND JOURNEY NORTH: WAIPOUA & OPONONI DAY 2: TE POUAHI RESERVE, HIKE PUKETI FOREST & PAIHIA DAY 3: HIKE CAPE BRETT & VISIT RUAPEKAPEKA PA SITE DAY 4: CRUISE POOR KNIGHT ISLANDS, SNORKEL OR KAYAK DAY 5: HIKE NORTHLAND COASTLINE: WAIPU, MANGAWHAI HEADS & RETURN TO AUCKLAND DAY 6: DAY IN AUCKLAND 6 ı wildearth-travel.com Small ships, big adventures

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TE AROHA, HIKE TO WAIRERE WATERFALL & ROTORUA MOUNTAIN BIKE WHAKAREWAREWA FOREST, VISIT TE PUIA TAUPO: HIKE RAINBOW MOUNTAIN & VISIT HUKA FALLS TONGARIRO ALPINE CROSSING VISIT WAITOMO CAVES & AUCKLAND

> For further information on this itinerary see: www.wildearth-travel.com/trip/ultimatenorth-island-adventure

Riverlands Discovery The perfect luxury river cruise a short drive from Auckland making for the perfect mid-week or weekend getaway.

This two night cruise is two days of endlessly changing scenery from riverlands, wetlands, farming communities and historic sites to discover.

3 DAYS, 2 NIGHTS TRAVEL STYLE: PRICE FROM:

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Chartered house boat NZ$4,792 for a chartered price for up to 8 guests. Additional guests NZ$599 pp (max 12 guests) uncatered. Catering available on request, prices will vary dependant on group size.

Daily departures

HIGHLIGHTS: > Discover the unexpected beauty of the Riverlands

Auckland

> Enjoy making yourself at home on a luxury riverboat > Wine and dine on the deck or enjoy the spa > Optional kayaking available Tuakau

> Private skipper to show you the best of the river

Port Waikato Waikato River

ITINERARY: TUAKAU RETURN DAY 1: DEPART TUAKAU 3PM , CRUISE AND LEARN ABOUT THE HISTORY OF THE RIVER DAY 2: EXPLORE KAIWAKA ISLAND BY KAYAK, ENJOY AN OPTIONAL MAORI CULTURE AND QUAD BIKE SAFARI OR VISIT A WORKING MAORI MARAE - TAURANGANUI MARAE > For further information on this itinerary see: www.wildearth-travel.com/trip/2-nights-riverlandsdiscovery/

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East Cape Self Drive Take yourself on a drive around the isolated and rugged East Cape. Drive from one location to the next in ease as all tours, activities and accommodation has been organised for you by Wild Earth Travel. Fly in, collect your vehicle and enjoy!

11 DAYS, 10 NIGHTS TRAVEL STYLE: Self Guided Land Journey PRICE FROM: NZ$2,499 PP (minimum of two adults required to operate) TRAVEL DATES: Weekly departures HIGHLIGHTS:

Tauranga

> Enjoy kayaking through a narrow canyon to see thousands of glow worms

Whakatane Gisborne Lake Auckland Waikaremoana

> A four hour dolphin and wildlife cruise > A guided sunrise tour of the sacred Maunga Hikurangi plus the opportunity to plant a native seedlingas part of the native tree regeneration programme > A 1.5 hour reef ecology tour observing stingrays, eagle rays and kingfish > Plus enjoy the scenery and small towns of Mount Maunganui, Whakatane, Gisborne and Napier

Napier

ITINERARY: TAURANGA TO NAPIER DAY 1: TAURANGA DAY 2: TAURANGA TO WHAKATANE DAY 3: WHAKATANE DAY 4: WHAKATANE TO GISBORNE DAY 5: GISBORNE DAY 6: GISBORNE AND MORERE DAY 7: LAKE WAIKAREMOANA AND NAPIER DAY 8: NAPIER

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The Crystal Waters of Taupo Spend a day on the crystal waters of Lake Taupo with an expert guide. Enjoy the sound of the reel screaming while the rod is bent double as you catch a trout. After the excitement enjoy a glass of delicious New Zealand wine and gourmet lunch.

3 DAYS, 2 NIGHTS TRAVEL STYLE: PRICE FROM: TRAVEL DATES:

Private guided tour NZ$1,195 PP Upgrade to the luxurious Huka Lodge: Price from NZ$4,425 pp Weekly departures Wild Earth Options

HIGHLIGHTS: > Enjoy exploring Taupo at your leisuire > A private launch charter on Lake Taupo including morning tea, a sumptuous buffet luncheon and New Zealand wine and beverages

Lake Taupo

> Visit the Maori rock carvings > Have a go at trout fishing - Taupo is ranked as one of the world's best trout fishing destinations! > Finish your second day with clay bird shooting

ADD TO YOUR EXPERIENCE! FULL DAY HIKE: Tongariro Alpine Crossing 2 people: NZ$875 pp Tama Lakes 2 people: NZ$535 pp FULL DAY GUIDED FLY FISHING: 2 people: NZ$625 pp

ITINERARY: LAKE TAUPO DAY 1: ARRIVE IN TAUPO DAY 2: PRIVATE LAUNCH CHARTER + FLY FISHING & CLAY BIRD SHOOTING DAY 3: CHECK OUT AND ENJOY TAUPO AT YOUR LEISURE

FULL DAY BIKING: Waihaha - Waihora Bay 2 people: NZ$920 pp Enquire with Wild Earth Travel to learn more!

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Ultimate South Island Adventure This is an active adventure to see the best of the South Island. You'll explore the most beautiful, famous and little known places in the South Island with personal hospitality and an unsurpassed attention to detail with your friendly guides.

14 DAYS, 13 NIGHTS TRAVEL STYLE: Active Land Journey PRICE FROM: NZ$7,699 PP TRAVEL DATES: 7, 14, 21, 28 December 2020, weekly departures 2021 and 2022 Marlborough & the Nelson Lakes Region

Franz Josef

> Two experienced New Zealand guides per trip > See a fur seal colony on the Kaikoura Peninsula

Punakaiki Kaikoura Christchurch

Hokitika

HIGHLIGHTS:

Mt Cook

Milford Sound

> Visit and learn about wine at a vineyard in Marlborough > Choose between a 3 day hiking or kayaking adventure in the Nelson region > See the best of the west - Punakaiki, Hokitika, Okarito and Franz Josef Glacier

Queenstown

> Enjoy hiking around Queenstown - parts of the Kepler Track and Routeburn Tracks > Sea kayak in the Milford Sound > Enjoy hiking in the Mount Cook National Park, getting great vistas of the spectacular Southern Alps

ITINERARY: CHRISTCHURCH RETURN DAY 1: CHRISTCHURCH TO KAIKOURA DAY 2: THE MARLBOROUGH WINE REGION DAY 2 - 4: OPTIONS: NELSON LAKES HIKING OR MARLBOROUGH SEA KAYAKING DAY 5: PUNAKAIKI AND HOKITIKA DAY 6: KAYAK OKARITO LAGOON DAY 7: FRANZ JOSEF GLACIER DAY 8: QUEENSTOWN: HIKE ROCKY MOUNTAIN DAY 9: QUEENSTOWN

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DAY 10: HIKE PART OF THE ROUTEBURN TRACK DAY 11: HIKE PART OF THE KEPLER TRACK AND KAYAK IN MILFORD SOUND DAY 12: BIKE PART OF ALPS TO OCEAN TRAIL DAY 13: HIKE AT AORAKI / MT COOK NATIONAL PARK DAY 14: RETURN TO CHRISTCHURCH > For further information on this itinerary see: www.wildearth-travel.com/trip/ultimatesouth-island-adventure/

'Top of the South' Extravaganza Wild Earth Travel is excited to bring you this exclusive package featuring New Zealand's 'Top of the South', experience cycling (on e-bikes), boating, walking and kayaking in the Nelson, Tasman and Marlborough districts. With premium accommodation and food, this tour has it all!

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Exclusive 11 DAYS, 10 NIGHTS TRAVEL STYLE: Active land journey - self guided PRICE FROM: NZ$4,989 PP TRAVEL DATES: Weekly Departures

HIGHLIGHTS: > Experience a three-day self guided bike tour of Tasman's Great Taste Trail > Enjoy amazing scenery through farmland, orchards, hop gardens, vineyards, coastal estuaries

Abel Tasman National Park Kaiteriteri

Mapua Nelson Wakefield

> Sample world class food and beverages Queen Charlotte Sound Picton

> Experience the Abel Tasman coast track from Totaranui to Kaiteriteri at your own pace with expert guides and boat back-up if required > Explore Marlborough Sounds including walking and e-biking the Queen Charlotte Track > Stay in amazing lodges throughout this great itinerary

ITINERARY: NELSON TO PICTION DAY 1 : ARRIVAL NELSON, TRANSFER TO HOTEL THE SAILS DAY 2 - 4: THREE DAY SELF GUIDED E-BIKE OF TASMAN'S GREAT TASTE TRAIL STAYING IN: WAKEFIELD, MAPUA, KAITERITERI DAY 5 - 7: HIKE TOTARANUI TO KAITERITERI - ABEL TASMAN COAST TRACK DAY 8 -10: MARLBOROUGH SOUNDS, E-BIKE THE QUEEN CHARLOTTE TRACK DAY 11: PICTON, DEPARTURE > For further information on this itinerary see: www.wildearth-travel.com/ trip/top-south-extravaganza/

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Queen Charlotte Track, Walk & Cruise Walk the Queen Charlotte whilst staying aboard the Affinity. This is a fantastic walk and cruise combination and a true Marlborough Sounds experience. Avoid carrying a heavy hiking pack and checking into new accommodation each day and enjoy the luxuries of a warm shower and delicious dinner every night.

6 DAYS,5 NIGHTS TRAVEL STYLE: PRICE FROM: TRAVEL DATES:

Small Ship - Affinity NZ$2,100 PP 6, 14 January, 1, 23 February, 10 March 2021 HIGHLIGHTS: > Be met at the end of each walking day by your vessel and crew - no back tracking Moturua Island Ship Cove Furneaux Lodge

Punga Cove Resort Camp Bay

> Enjoy hot showers to freshen and reinvigorate you at the end of your enjoyable days walk > Freshly prepared meals including lunches delivered to you onshore > The same cabin each night so no worrying about carrying your tramping pack

Torea Bay Mistletoe Bay

> Enjoy the amazing scenery and wildlife of the Queen Charlotte Track within the Marlborough Sounds

Picton

ITINERARY: PICTON RETURN DAY 1: DAY 2: DAY 3: DAY 4: DAY 5: DAY 6:

PICTON, EMBARKATION WALK TO THE SUMMIT OF MOTUARA ISLAND WALK SHIP COVE TO FURNEAUX LODGE - 17 KM WALK FURNEAUX LODGE TO PUNGA COVE - 12.7 KM WALK CAMP BAY TO TOREA BAY - 23.7 KM WALK TOREA BAY TO MISTLETOE BAY - 13 KM

> For further information on this itinerary see: www.wildearth-travel.com/trip/cruise-and-walk-queencharlotte-track/

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MARLBOROUGH SOUNDS CRUISE ONLY ABOARD: Affinity PRICES: NZ$2,500 pp DEPARTS: 9 February, 2 April 2021 Cruise the Queen Charlotte, Kenepuru and Pelorus Sounds on board Affinity, a purpose built vessel featuring 8 cabins, a comfortable lounge for dining and relaxing, and a spacious deck. Visit French Pass and d'Urville Island, enjoy shore landings to remote beaches including walks, learn the natural and cultural history of this unique region.

For further information on this itinerary see: www.wildearthtravel.com/trip/cruisequeen-charlotte-kenepuruand-pelorus-sounds/

Spirit of the South 6 distilleries, 5 days, 1 chartered plane: If you have a particular interest in distilled spirits, craft beers and great food this South Island private air tour is for you. Not only will you taste award winning brews you will enjoy the great scenery of the south - Blenheim and its vineyards, the wild West Coast, the mountains of the Southern Alps and enjoy the beautiful Lake Wanaka.

Wild Earth

Exclusive

5 DAYS, 4 NIGHTS TRAVEL STYLE: Chartered Hosted Flight PRICE FROM: NZ$5,995PP TRIP DATES: APRIL 2021 DATE TO RELEASED Single Supplement: NZ$500 Auckland

HIGHLIGHTS: > Visit six boutique distilleries tasting gin, whiskey, vodka and more

Nelson Punakaiki Greymouth

> Meet the owners and creators with guided distillery tours Blenheim

Reefton

> Enjoy locally inspired cuisine each night > Fly to your destinations enjoying the beautiful scenery of the south

Hokitika

> A fully inclusive tour - food, accommodation and tastings where mentioned in itinerary

Wanaka

South Island

ITINERARY: AUCKLAND RETURN DAY 1: AUCKLAND TO BLENHEIM • Wither Hills Winery - wine paired lunch • Elemental Distillers - distillery tour and tasting • Arbour - dégustation dinner DAY 2: BLENHEIM TO HOKITIKA • Monteith’s Brewery - brewery tour and lunch • Reefton Distilling Co. - distillery tour and tastings • Formerly the Blackball Hilton - wild food dinner DAY 3: HOKITIKA TO WANAKA • Cardrona Hotel - lunch • The Cardrona Distillery - distillery tour & tastings

DAY 4: WANAKA TO NELSON • Wild Diamond Vodka - tastings • The Hook - opportunity to catch a salmon plus lunch • The Boat Shed - dinner joined by Dancing Sands Distillery DAY 5: NELSON TO AUCKLAND • McCashin’s Brewery -brewery tour and tastings • Lunch at The Grape Escape Cafe > For further information on this itinerary see: https://www.wildearth-travel.com/trip/spiritsouth-fly-sip/

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A Taste of Canterbury This Wild Earth Travel exclusive package will have you experiencing the best of Canterbury's wine and food scene.

You will enjoy tasting the wine of Waipara, a cooking class at the famous Akaroa cooking school and dining out in Christchurch.

Itinerary 5 DAYS, 4 NIGHTS TRAVEL STYLE: PRICE FROM: TRAVEL DATES:

Designed by WETs Tomasa Luxury land journey - self guided NZ$2,375 PP Weekly departures HIGHLIGHTS: Waipara

> Time to explore Christchurch with an included tour > Attend the award winning Akaroa Cooking School for a private class > Taste the best of Waipara by visiting Greystone and Black Estate > Enjoy a wine flight and three course dinner at 50 Bistro > Visit the Ironridge sculpture park

Christchurch

> Self drive itinerary, enjoy Canterbury at your own pace and leisure Akaroa

ITINERARY: CHRISTCHURCH RETURN DAY 1: CHRISTCHURCH DAY 2: CHRISTCHURCH TOUR + TIME TO ENJOY THE CITY DAY 3: AKAROA COOKING SCHOOL DAY 4: WAIPARA VALLEY: • The Bone Line winery tasting followed by the Greystone winery for a wine paired tasting menu and lunch • Visit the Ironridge sculpture park • Black Estate, dinner and accommodation DAY 5: RETURN TO CHRISTCHURCH > For further information on this itinerary see: www.wildearth-travel.com/trip/taste-canterbury/ 14 ı wildearth-travel.com Small ships, big adventures

Otahuna Lodge: An Elegant Escape Set in the pastoral surroundings against the fluted cone of an ancient volcano, Otahuna Lodge is a beguiling Victorian mansion that offers its guests a unique sense of wonder and discovery. Enjoy luxury accommodation, glorious gardens and sophisticated cuisine.

4 DAYS, 3 NIGHTS TRAVEL STYLE: PRICE FROM: TRAVEL DATES:

Luxury Land Journey NZ$6,900 PP Weekly departures

HIGHLIGHTS: Waipara

> Three nights accommodation at the luxury Otahuna Lodge, including breakfast and dinner throughout your stay > Waipara Valley wine tour > Private cooking class at the Akaroa Cooking School > Private driver and luxury vehicle for your daily excursions and transfers

Christchurch

> A garden tour of the Otahuna Lodge Akaroa

ITINERARY: CHRISTCHURCH RETURN DAY 1: DAY 2: DAY 3: DAY 4:

CHRISTCHURCH, TRANSFER TO OTAHUNA LODGE AKAROA PRIVATE COOKING SCHOOL WAIPARA VALLEY WINE TOUR BREAKFAST AT OTAHUNA AND DEPART

> For further information on this itinerary see: www.wildearth-travel.com/trip/otahuna-lodge-escape

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The Food & Wine of Otago Experience four days of food and wine throughout the Otago region. You will discover the premium tastes of the region, whether it is dining on exceptional seafood at Fleurs Place, Moeraki or tasting some of the finest wines in the valleys surrounding Queenstown.

5 DAYS, 4 NIGHTS TRAVEL STYLE: PRICE FROM: TRAVEL DATES:

Luxury Self-Guided Journey NZ$3,590 PP Weekly departures

HIGHLIGHTS: > Stay at the famous Larnach Castle

Queenstown Clyde

Moeraki

> Sample the finest local seasonal foods at handpicked restaurants > Enjoy stunning Otago scenery

Dunedin

> Stay in luxury accommodation > Taste exceptional wine and other distilled beverages

ITINERARY: DUNEDIN TO QUEENSTOWN DAY 1: DAY 2: DAY 3: DAY 4: DAY 5:

DUNEDIN LUNCH AT FLEUR'S PLACE, MOERAKI AND STAY IN CLYDE GIBBSTON VALLEY LODGE AND SPA WINE TOUR, DEPARTS FROM GIBBSTON VALLEY LODGE AND SPA CHECK OUT, RETURN CAR TO QUEENSTOWN AIRPORT

> For further information on this itinerary see: www.wildearth-travel.com/trip/food-and-wine-otago/

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Fiordland / Te Wahipounamu Expedition Board the Fiordland Jewel, Fiordland's only luxury small group boat tour operator and join a group of like-minded guests to explore and experience the extraordinary history and spectacular scenery of these remote wilderness areas of Fiordland.

7 DAYS, 6 NIGHTS TRAVEL STYLE: Luxury Boat - Fiordland Jewel PRICE FROM: NZ$4,400 PP, price includes a helicopter transfer to/from vessel TRAVEL DATES: 3, 9 January, 24 April, 2, 22 May, 5, 13 June, 8 August, 5 Septemb er2021 *Some itineraries operate in reverse.

Doubtful Sound

HIGHLIGHTS:

Wild Earth Options

> Helicopter transfer to /from Te Anau to Dusky Sound

DOUBTFUL SOUND / PATEA CRUISE

> Gourmet cuisine including freshly caught seafood/kaimoana > Fishing opportunities to catch your own feed

Dagg Sound Breaksea Sound

Te Anau Manipouri

Dusky Sound Preservation and Chalky Inlets

> Use of kayaks and top-deck hot tub > Enjoy abundant wildlife viewings - dolphins, whales and bird life > Be enriched by the history of the region including shipwreck visits > Daily hikes to remote beaches, waterfalls and lakes > Visit Doubtful, Breaksea and Dusky Sounds, Preservation and Chalky Inlets ITINERARY: TE ANAU RETURN DAY 1: HELICOPTER TO YOUR VESSEL THE FIORDLAND JEWEL DAY 2 - 5: CRUISE FIORDLAND'S INLETS, INCLUDING: • Walk on the beach at South Port Cove, visit McCallum's sawmill boiler • Walk up to Lake Cadman at the head of Edwardson Sound • Land at Te Oneroa Beach and visit the Morning Star boiler • Visit Preservation Inlet including Puysegur Point DAY 6: RETURN VIA BREAKSEA AND DOUBTFUL SOUNDS DAY 7: TRANSFER BY BUS AND BOAT TO TE ANAU > For further information on this itinerary see: www.wildearth-travel.com/trip/fiordland-te-wahipounamu

ABOARD: Fiordland Jewel PRICES: NZ$990 PP DEPARTS: 5 NOV, 3, 28, 31 DEC 2020, 15, 29 JAN, 16, 30 APR, 14, 28 MAY 2021 Join us on an adventure to discover the untouched landscapes thriving with an abundance of wildlife.

Doubtful Sound/Patea is 10 times larger than Milford Sound/Piopiotahi and is defined by lush rainforests clinging to dramatic peaks & Waterfalls are also gloriously abundant in the area.

For more information see: www.wildearth-travel.com/ trip/doubtful-sound-patea/

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Unseen Fiordland & Stewart Island / Rakiura Discover the time-forgot rawness of wildlife-rich Stewart Island / Rakiura and the primordial majesty of Fiordland, where clouds scud the ragged peaks of glacier-cleaved mountains streaked with waterfalls, areas only accessible by expedition ship.

7 DAYS, 6 NIGHTS TRAVEL STYLE: PRICE FROM: TRAVEL DATES: Fiordland

Small Ship Expedition aboard Spirit of Enderby NZ$4,495 PP 30 December 2020 South Island

HIGHLIGHTS:

Wild Earth Options

> Discover the time-forgotten rawness of wildlife-rich Stewart Island and the primordial majesty of Fiordland

UNSEEN FIORDLAND, STEWART ISLAND AND THE SNARES

> Access waterfalls only accessible by expedition ship Invercargill

> Sail along the coast of South West Cape of Stewart Island and Muttonbird/Titi Islands > Spot iconic birdlife including Kaka, Tomtit, Rifleman, the Stewart Island Robin and the Stewart Island Brown Kiwi

Stewart Island

> Visit Resolution Islands, Dusky Sound, Cooper Island and other secluded coves, fiords and sounds.

ITINERARY: INVERCARGILL RETURN DAY 1: DAY 2-3: DAY 4-6: DAY 7:

INVERCARGILL STEWART ISLAND / RAKIURA FIORDLAND INVERCARGILL

> For further information on this itinerary see: https://www.wildearth-travel.com/trip/unseen-fiordland-andstewart-island-exploring-new-zealands-remote-backyard/

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ABOARD: Spirit of Enderby PRICES: NZ$5,250 PP DEPARTS: 6 January 2021 Want to experience Stewart Island and Fiordland plus more? This expediton continues on and takes you to one of New Zealand's best kept secrets, The Snares. A wildlife haven where you will see Snares Crested Penguins, Snares Island Tomtit and Fernbird, Fur Seals and tree daisy forest as you explore the coast by Zodiac.

For more information see: www.wildearth-travel.com/ trip/unseen-fiordlandstewart-snares

Stewart Island Discovery Take your time to enjoy everything that Stewart Island has to offer. With this Wild Earth Travel exclusive discovery enjoy a mix of biking, kayaking, cycling, boating and flying plus time to explore for yourself. This tour has everything you could want to explore Stewart Island - New Zealand's third largest island!

6 DAYS, 5 NIGHTS TRAVEL STYLE: PRICE FROM: TRAVEL DATES:

Active Land Journey NZ$1,840 PP Weekly departures HIGHLIGHTS: > See the best of Stewart Island through hiking, kayaking, biking and flying > Enjoy a guided tour of the island on your first day Oban

Mason Bay Ulva Island

> Flexibility to change your itinerary to match the weather or your own personal plans > Visit Ulva Island, a pest free bird sanctuary > Experience Mason Bay with its golden beach tucked in by native bush > Have the opportunity to see kiwi in the wild

ITINERARY: INVERCARGILL RETURN DAY 1: DAY 2: DAY 3: DAY 4: DAY 5: DAY 6:

FLY INVERCARGILL TO STEWART ISLAND PLUS 2 HOUR GUIDED TOWN TOUR ULVA ISLAND BIRDING CLASSIC PLUS OFFSHORE BIRDING EXPERIENCE HALF DAY SEA KAYAK, HALF DAY E-BIKE HIRE FULL DAY TO EXPLORE AT YOUR LEISURE FLY, HIKE & BOAT: COAST TO COAST EXPERIENCE FLY STEWART ISLAND TO INVERCARGILL

> For further information on this itinerary see: www.wildearth-travel.com/trip/5-nights-stewart-island-self-guided

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The Best of New Zealand: Luxury Mega Yacht Explore New Zealand’s remote backyard. Reach isolated coves, waterfalls, our favourite cities all in one condensed itinerary within the comfort of your luxury cabin enjoying all inclusive food and select beverages for the duration of your voyage. This is an amazing opportunity to experience a French Luxury Mega Yacht!

10 DAYS, 9 NIGHTS TRAVEL STYLE: Luxury small ship expedition aboard Le Bellot PRICE FROM: AU$7,310 PP TRAVEL DATES: 12 January 2021, 21 January* 2021 *Itinerary operates in reverse HIGHLIGHTS: Auckland

Tauranga

> Luxury cruise visiting some of New Zealand’s most iconic destinations > From Tauranga explore hot springs, geysers, rivers and gorges on an optional excursion to Rotorua

Gisborne Napier Picton

Wellington

> Enjoy the culture and night life in Wellington > In Picton, discover the Marlborough region, famous for its vineyards and submerged valleys > On Banks Peninsula enjoy the bays of Lyttelton and Akaroa

Akaroa / Lyttelton Dunedin Bluff

ITINERARY: DUNEDIN TO AUCKLAND DAY 1 -2: DUNEDIN DAY 3: AKAROA DAY 4: LYTTELTON DAY 5: PICTON DAY 6: WELLINGTON DAY 7: NAPIER DAY 8: GISBORNE DAY 9: TAURANGA DAY 10: AUCKLAND > For further information on this itinerary see: www.wildearth-travel.com/trip/best-new-zealand-lebellot/ 20 ı wildearth-travel.com Small ships, big adventures

PG 22-23 CHATHAM ISLANDS:

PG 24-26 THE SNARES

PG 24-26 AUCKLAND ISLANDS

the sub antarctic islands PG 25 ANTIPODE AND BOUNTY ISLANDS

PG 24-26 CAMPBELL ISLAND

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Chatham Islands: The Wild Side Discover the Chatham Islands along with the many bird species that call these islands home. Enjoy a small boat trip to watch the bird life that spends its time at sea as well as sail close by SE Island and Mangere Island, these islands are central to the survival story of the Chatham Island Black Robin. Asides from learning about the birdlife you will meet the locals and visit each corner of the island to see the various historical and geographical sites.

Discover

The Birds of the Chatham Islands

8 DAYS, 7 NIGHTS TRAVEL STYLE: Guided Land Journey PRICE FROM: NZ$6,975 PP TRIP DATES: 9 - 16 February 2021 No single supplement Kaingaroa

Maunganui

HIGHLIGHTS: > Enjoy the history, culture, geology, flora and fauna of the island

Ohira Bay

> Learn about the unique Chatham Islands birds and plants

Henga Scenic Reserve

> Explore the basalt columns of Ohira Bay

Waitangi

> Visit Pitt Island, exploring the islands nature reserves Chatham Island

Owenga

Pitt Island & South East Islands

> Learn about the Moriori people and visit the Moriori Kopinga Marae > Spend a full day exploring the outer islands of the Chathams from the water including - SE Island and Mangere > Travel with Mike Bell, one of the foremost experts on the Chatham Islands birdlife. > Visit and learn about the work of the Chatham Island Taiko Trust.

ITINERARY: CHRISTCHURCH RETURN DAY 1: DAY 2: DAY 3: DAY 4: DAY 5: DAY 6: DAY 7: DAY 8:

CHRISTCHURCH TO CHATHAM ISLANDS KAINGAROA, NORTH EAST OF ISLAND VISIT THE SOUTH EAST OUTER ISLANDS VISIT FARMS IN THE NORTH WEST, VISIT MAUNGANUI AND THE STONE COTTAGE FLY TO PITT ISLAND DISCOVER THE SOUTH COAST OWENGA FISHING VILLAGE RETURN TO CHRISTCHURCH

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Chatham Islands: The Best Of Discover the ecology of the Chatham Islands. Visit the Henga Scenic Reserve and Nursery, walk through regenerative coastal forest, learn about the sand dune vegetation and explore a Nikau Reserve that conserves a broadleaf forest and fine stand of endemic Nikau Palms.

Discover

History, People & Plants 8 DAYS, 7 NIGHTS TRAVEL STYLE: PRICE FROM: TRIP DATES:

Guided Land Journey NZ$5,375 PP 27 April 2021

Kaingaroa

Maunganui

HIGHLIGHTS: > Enjoy the history, culture, geology, flora and fauna of the island

Ohira Bay

> Be amongst the first in the world to see the sun

Henga Scenic Reserve

> Learn about the unique Chatham Islands birds and plants

Waitangi

> Explore the basalt columns of Ohira Bay

Chatham Island

Owenga

> Focus on the unique botanical nature of the islands and visit the Henga Scenic Reserve and Nursery > Visit Pitt Island, exploring the islands nature reserves > Learn about the Moriori people and visit the Moriori Kopinga Marae

Pitt Island

ITINERARY: CHRISTCHURCH RETURN DAY 1: DAY 2: DAY 3: DAY 4: DAY 5: DAY 6: DAY 7: DAY 8:

CHRISTCHURCH TO CHATHAM ISLANDS KAINGAROA, NORTH EAST OF ISLAND VISIT HENGA SCENIC RESERVE AND NURSERY VISIT FARMS IN THE NORTH WEST, VISIT MAUNGANUI AND THE STONE COTTAGE DAY TRIP TO PITT ISLAND INCLUDING FLIGHTS DISCOVER THE SOUTH COAST VISIT THE OWENGA FISHING VILLAGE RETURN TO CHRISTCHURCH

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Forgotten Islands of the South Pacific New Zealand's Sub Antarctic Islands are known as the ‘forgotten islands'. Despite their low profile, they are among the most remarkable wildlife reserves in the Southern Ocean, designated UNESCO World Heritage sites and awarded the highest protection of any nature reserves in New Zealand.

Small Ship 8 DAYS, 7 NIGHTS TRAVEL STYLE: PRICE FROM: TRAVEL DATES:

Expedition Expedition Small Ship - Spirit of Enderby US$5,000 PP for a main deck cabin 23 December 2020

Invercargill Stewart Island Snare Islands

HIGHLIGHTS: > Visit The Snares, one of the most untouched and pristine areas of New Zealand > See the Snares Crested Penguin and the endemic Fernbird and Tomtit > Visit the Auckland Islands, the largest of the island groups > Visit Enderby Island (of Auckland Islands), arguably the most amazing Sub Antarctic Island

Auckland Islands

> In Carnley Harbour visit a Shy Albatross Colony, an abandoned coast watchers hut and a shipwreck > Visit Campbell Island, the southernmost island of this expedition

Campbell Island

> Joining this expedition redefines natural history travel and will leave you wishing for more time there

ITINERARY: INVERCARGILL RETURN DAY 1: DAY 2: DAY 3: DAY 4: DAY 5-6: DAY 7: DAY 8:

INVERCARGILL THE SNARES - NORTH EAST ISLAND AUCKLAND ISLANDS - ENDERBY ISLAND AUCKLAND ISLANDS - CARNLEY HARBOUR CAMPBELL ISLAND DAY AT SEA INVERCARGILL

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The Sub Antarctic Islands Expedition Board the luxurious mega yacht - Le Bellot and discover the wild and untouched beauty of the Sub Antarctic Islands of Australia and New Zealand including: The Antipodes, Bounty Island, Campbell Island, Macquarie Island, the Auckland Islands and the Snares.

15 DAYS, 14 NIGHTS TRAVEL STYLE: Luxury Small Ship - Le Bellot PRICE FROM: AU$15,830 PP* TRIP DATES: 29 December 2020, 8 February** 2021 *Price based on 8 Feb departure and includes a 20% early booking bonus. Price will change without warning. **Itinerary departs Auckland and finishes in Lyttelton

HIGHLIGHTS:

Auckland

> Enjoy cruising on board a luxury mega yacht - Le Bellot > Visit some of the remote islands of New Zealand - Bounty and Antipode Islands > Visit Macquarie Island with its out of this world King Penguin rookery > Sail from the easily accessible Auckland and disembark in Dunedin Dunedin The Snares Auckland Islands

Bounty Islands

> A fully inclusive package including gourmet meals and drinks

Antipodes Islands

Campbell Island Macquarie Island

ITINERARY: AUCKLAND TO DUNEDIN DAY 1: DAY 2-3: DAY 4: DAY 5: DAY 6: DAY 7: DAY 8: DAY 9:

AUCKLAND DAY AT SEA BOUNTY ISLANDS ANTIPODES ISLANDS DAY AT SEA CAMPBELL ISLAND ENDERBY ISLAND, AUCKLAND ISLANDS DAY AT SEA

DAY 10: DAY 11: DAY 12: DAY 13: DAY 14: DAY 15:

ANARE STATION, MACQUARIE ISLAND SANDY BAY, MACQUARIE ISLAND DAY AT SEA THE SNARES DAY AT SEA DUNEDIN

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Ross Sea - In the Wake of Scott & Shackleton The Ross Sea region of Antarctica is one of the most remote places on Planet Earth and one of the most fascinating places in the continent’s human history. With shipping restricted by impenetrable pack ice to just two brief months each austral summer, few people have ever visited this strange and beautiful territory.

30 DAYS, 29 NIGHTS TRAVEL STYLE: Expedition Ship PRICE FROM: US$23,000 PP TRIP DATES: 13 January, 11 February 2021 HIGHLIGHTS: > Discover the Sub Antarctic Islands including the Snares, Auckland Islands, Campbell Island and Macquarie Island > Spend several days exploring Antarctica’s Ross Sea > You can anticipate wildlife viewing, visits to scientific bases and historic sites as well as the spectacular white and blue scenery > Visit penguin rookeries, Carsten Borchgrevink’s Hut, Cape Hallett & Possession Islands > On Ross Island enjoy the spectacular views of Mt Erebus and visit Shackleton’s Hut and Scott’s Hutt

ITINERARY: INVERCARGILL TO INVERCARGILL OR CHRISTCHURCH DAY 1: INVERCARGILL DAY 2: PORT OF BLUFF DAY 3: THE SNARES - NORTH EAST ISLAND DAY 4-5: AUCKLAND ISLANDS DAY 6: DAY AT SEA DAY 7-8: MACQUARIE ISLAND DAY 9-12: AT SEA DAY 13-22: ANTARCTICA’S ROSS SEA REGION DAY 23-26: AT SEA DAY 27-28: CAMPBELL ISLAND 26 ı wildearth-travel.com Small ships, big adventures

DAY 29: DAY AT SEA DAY 30: INVERCARGILL OR CHRISTCHURCH DEPENDANT ON DEPARTURE DATE > For further information on this itinerary see: https://www.wildearth-travel.com/trip/rosssea-wake-scott-and-shackleton-2021/

PG 34 REEF RETREAT: LADY ELLIOT ISLAND

PG 33 SCENIC OUTBACK ADVENTURE

PG 31 GAWLERS NATIONAL PARK: OUTBACK TO THE SEA

australia

PG 32 KANGAROO ISLAND ADVENTURE

PG 28 TASMANIA PREMIUM TOUR PG 29 COASTAL TREKS OF TASMANIA PG 30 MARIA ISLAND HIKING

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Tasmanian Premium Land Tour This tour encompasses everything that a curious traveller could want to explore in Tasmania from the comfort of a private coach bus. Over 13 day's you will be guided around Tasmania seeing some of the most iconic spots to gain a full Tasmanian experience.

13 DAYS, 12 NIGHTS TRAVEL STYLE: Coach Tour PRICE FROM: AU$4,990 PP TRAVEL DATES: 1 February, 1 March, 12 April, 1 November 2021

HIGHLIGHTS: > Mt Wellington summit for breath taking panoramic views > Experience a 3 hour guided tour around the Port Arthur Historic Site Launceston

> 25 minute harbour cruise of Port Arthur > Take in the amazing scenery of the east coast from Cape to Freycinet National Park

Queenstown Strathgordon Hobart

Bicheno

> Visit the elegant lavender farm at Port Arthur > Stroll through and photograph the incredibly colourful Bay of Fires.

Port Arthur

ITINERARY: HOBART RETURN DAY 1: DAY 2: DAY 3:

DAY 4: DAY 5: DAY 6: DAY 7: DAY 8: DAY 9:

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HOBART HOBART TO PORT ARTHUR PORT ARTHUR , FREYCINET NATIONAL PARK & BICHENO BICHENO, BAY OF FIRES AND LAUNCESTON LAUNCESTON AND SURROUNDS LAUNCESTON TO CRADLE MOUNTAIN CRADLE MOUNTAIN GORDON RIVER CRUISE WEST COAST WILDERNESS RAILWAY

DAY 10: QUEENSTOWN TO STRATHGORDON DAY 11: STRATHGORDON AND THE DERWENT VALLEY DAY 12: CHOOSE FROM: • TAHUNE AIRWALK EXPERIENCE • MONA - MUSEUM OF OLD & NEW ART • BRUNY ISLAND TOUR & WILDERNESS CRUISE DAY 13: SALAMANCA MARKETS > For further information on this itinerary see: www.wildearth-travel.com/13-day-tasmania/

Coastal Treks of Tasmania This hike themed expedition combines an expedition voyage with hikes on some of Tasmania's best coastal tracks.

Guests will enjoy a variety of shore excursions, and less strenuous walks will be available at each destination. The imposing cliffs, sandy beaches and sapphire waters of the rugged coast of Tasmania offer an experience of spectacular beauty.

11 DAYS, 10 NIGHTS TRAVEL STYLE: Small ship expedition with hiking PRICE FROM: AU$7,200 PP TRAVEL DATE: 10 Feb, 8 Mar 2021 HIGHLIGHTS: > Spend two full days exploring Port Davey and Bathurst Harbour, with kayaking, bird-watching, and hiking revealing the secrets of this stunning wilderness Wineglass Bay

> Explore the beautiful Freycinet National Park: stroll the sweeping white sand of Wineglass Bay and hike to the lookout for a spectacular view > Visit the Noah's Ark of Tasmania, Maria Island, and spot wombat, wallabies, endemic birds, and other wildlife

Hobart Port Davey

Maria Island Port Arthur Bruny Island

> Enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour at World Heritage-listed Port Arthur to gain deep insight into convict history > From the sea, have a breath-taking view of the 300 metre high dolerite columns of the Tasman Peninsula, the highest sea cliffs in the southern hemisphere > Taste Tasmania's remarkable fresh produce, cool climate wines, and artisanal spirits throughout your expedition and at special wine-tastings and events

ITINERARY: HOBART RETURN DAY 1: DEPART HOBART DAY 2 - 10: MT BEATTIE, PORT DAVEY CAPE HAUY, THREE CAPES FORTESCUE BAY TO WATERFALL BAY FREYCINET NATIONAL PARK & WINEGLASS BAY BISHOP AND CLERK DAY 11: RETURN HOBART > For further information on this itinerary see: www.wildearth-travel.com/trip/coastal-treks-tasmania-coral-discoverer wildearth-travel.com Small ships, big adventures ı 29

Maria Island 4-day walk The acclaimed four-day Maria Island walk in a magnificent National Park off Tasmania's east coast provides a great opportunity for those seeking a unique nature-based holiday experience in comfort. The walk has won a remarkable number of national tourism awards and is ideal for the traveller who is seeking a premium quality, highly personalized cultural soft adventure experience.

4 DAYS, 3 NIGHTS TRAVEL STYLE: PRICE FROM: TRAVEL DATE:

Self-guided AU$2,550 pp Multiple departures November, December 2020, January, February, March, April 2021

Bernacchi House Painted Cliffs White Gums Camp

HIGHLIGHTS: > A delightful blend of rare Tasmanian wildlife, spectacular scenery, fascinating history and comfortable accommodation

Bishop and Clerk Mt Maria

> Small groups of just ten guests and two guides > Enjoy walking by day and candlelit gourmet dining at night

Point Lesueur Riedle Bay Shoal Bay Casuarina Beach Camp

> The option to walk pack free for an additional AU$200 per person > A world heritage listed national park

Haunted Bay Cape Peron

> A multi-award winning four day guided walk Maria Island

ITINERARY: MARIA ISLAND DAY 1: ARRIVE AT THE HISTORIC COASTAL TOWN OF TRIABUNNA, WATER TAXI TO MARIA ISLAND, WALK SHOAL BAY TO CASUARINA BEACH CAMP DAY 2: FIVE FABULOUS BEACHES, STAY AT WHITE GUMS CAMP DAY 3: INLAND TO THE HEART OF THE ISLAND, CLIMB MT MARIA OR BISHOP AND CLERK DAY 4: EXPLORE DARLINGTON BEFORE BOARDING THE BOAT FOR TRIABUNNA AND YOUR RETURN TRIP TO HOBART > For further information on this itinerary see: www.wildearth-travel.com/trip/4-day-maria-island/

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Outback to the Sea, Safari Experience the Australian outback at its best. Stay at the glamourous Kangaluna safari camp, see the spectacular colours of the diverse landscapes, visit koalas in their natural habitat and swim with sea lions and dolphins at Baird Bay.

4 DAYS, 3 NIGHTS TRAVEL STYLE: PRICE FROM: TRAVEL DATES:

Luxury Land Tour AU$2,680 PP 14 December 2020, 11 January, 8 February, 8 March, 12 April 2021

Lake Gairdner

HIGHLIGHTS: > Visit Mikkira Station to see wild Koalas

Gawler Ranges National Park

> Wildlife tour - see Kangaroos and Emus in their natural habitat > See over 100 species of birds

Kangaluna Camp

> Visit spectacular Lake Gairdner > Ancient volcanic ranges Organ pipe formations Port Lincoln

> Star gazing with a telescope Adelaide

> Rugged coastal scenery > Swim with sea lions and dolphins

ITINERARY: PORT LINCOLN RETURN DAY 1: DAY 2: DAY 3: DAY 4:

PORT LINCOLN, MIKKIRA STATION & KANGALUNA CAMP LAKE GAIRDNER & GAWLER RANGES WILDLIFE GAWLER RANGES NATIONAL PARK SWIMMING WITH SEA LIONS , BAIRD BAY, VENUS BAY & ELLISTON, RETURN TO PORT LINCOLN

> For further information on this itinerary see: www.wildearth-travel.com/trip/outback-sea-safari/

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Kangaroo Island Adventure Explore the length and breadth of Kangaroo Island getting an insight into the underlying geology, the resultant landforms and soils, and how this can deliver a diverse natural environment and surprising array of local produce. You will also meet the locals - the dedicated scientists and researchers, creative artists and farmers.

7 DAYS, 6 NIGHTS TRAVEL STYLE: PRICE FROM: TRAVEL DATES:

Luxury Land Tour AU$5,370 pp - Upgrade accommodation for AU$10,870 pp Weekly departures HIGHLIGHTS: > Visit the Cygnet River Valley - South Australia’s first European farm Stokes Bay

Cape Borda

Emu Bay Kingscote Kingscote Airport

Parndana Flinders Chase National Park

Cape Du Couedic & Admiral’s Arch

Remarkable Vivonne Rocks Bay

> Learn about olive growing at Kangaroo Island Olives Penneshaw

> Zodiac cruise the Bay of Shoals > Traverse to all ends of the island

American River

> Visit a local honey producer and Kangaroo Island Spirits Cape Willoughby Seal Bay

> Enjoy a tour at the Soldier Settler Museum > Enjoy all included meals except breakfast on day 1 and dinner on day seven

ITINERARY: KINGSCOTE AIRPORT RETURN DAY 1 : KINGSCOTE AIRPORT & CYGNET RIVER VALLEY DAY 2: SOUTH COAST, SEAL BAY CONSERVATION PARK, CENTRE ISLAND & STOKES BAY DAY 3: NEPEAN BAY, KANGAROO ISLAND OLIVES, KINGSCOTE & BAY OF SHOALS DAY 4: FLINDERS CHASE NATIONAL PARK & CAPE DU COUEDIC DAY 5: D’ESTREES BAY DAY 6: PARNDANA AND SNELLING’S BEACH DAY 7: DUDLEY PENINSULA, PENNINGTON BAY & CAPE HART > For further information on this itinerary see: www.wildearth-travel.com/trip/kangaroo-island-adventure/ 32 ı wildearth-travel.com Small ships, big adventures

Scenic Outback Adventure Fly west over 2,000 km into the outback, experience some of the most remote and iconic parts of Australia. Travelling over three days in a private Cessna Caravan, enjoy a birds eye view of the incredible colours and landscapes below.

3 DAYS, 2 NIGHTS TRAVEL STYLE: PRICE FROM: TRAVEL DATES:

Luxury Land Tour AU$3,750 PP - Single travellers welcome, no single supplement applicable.

22 May, 19 June, 10, 24 July 2021 HIGHLIGHTS:

Alice Springs

> See the Australian outback, experiencing some of the most remote and iconic parts of Australia

Birdsville + Big Red Charleville Brisbane Innamincka + The Dig Tree William Creek

Cunnamulla

Gold Coast

> Visit Charleville, Birdsville, William Creek, Innamincka, Cunnamulla and overfly Big Red, the Goyder Lagoon and Lake Eyre > Visit the unique Birdsville Hotel in 1884 with it's weathered sandstone walls > Watch the sun go down while sitting on top of one of the tallest of the 1100 vivid red sand dunes in the Simpson Desert > Fly over Lake Eyre, Australia's largest lake. Renowned for its amazing changing colours.

ITINERARY: GOLD COAST RETURN DAY 1: GOLD COAST, CHARLEVILLE, BIRDSVILLE & BIG RED DAY 2: LAKE EYRE, WILLIAM CREEK, INNAMINCKA & DIG TREE DAY 3: INNACMINCKA, CUNNAMULLA, CHARLOTTE PLAINS & GOLD COAST > For further information on this itinerary see: www.wildearth-travel.com/trip/3-day-scenic-outbackadventure-tour/

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Reef Retreat: Lady Elliott Island Dreaming of the Great Barrier Reef? Lady Elliott Island Eco Resort's 'Reef Retreat' is the perfect getaway. Enjoy 3 nights of secluded bliss on a remote coral cay exploring the Southern Great Barrier Reef's incredible underwater world you will be able to snorkel, dive, kayak and reef walk!

4 DAYS, 3 NIGHTS TRAVEL STYLE: PRICE FROM: TRAVEL DATE:

Self-guided 2 nights from AU$711 pp, 3 nights from AU$892 pp. Price does not include flights AU$401 per adult, AU$230 per child (3 - 12 years) Weekly departures HIGHLIGHTS: > Perfect getaway to experience the Great Barrier Reef > Enjoy 2 or 3 nights of secluded bliss on a remote coral cay > Spend your time snorkelling, diving, kayaking or reef walking! > In May - September experience the Manta Ray Season

Lady Elliott Island

> During June to October witness migrating Humpback Whales > Throughout November to February see turtles nesting

Lady Elliott Reef

REEF RETREAT INCLUDES: > Accommodation in a new eco cabin (shared bathroom facilities) > Hot and cold buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner daily > Glass bottom boat/guided snorkel tour > A range of free Island tours including reef walks and bird watching tours > Bonus sunset platter including a bottle of house wine (per room) > For further information on this itinerary see: www.wildearth-travel.com/trip/reef-retreat-lady-elliot-island/

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