The idyllic islands of the South Pacific are best explored on a cruise holiday, where ports offer reef fringed lagoons boasting crystal clear waters filled with tropical fish, lush rainforests, volcanic craters and the welcoming people of Polynesia. From Australia to New Zealand and across the calm waters of the Pacific to the Americas, island hop through fascinating cultures and landscapes under tropical skies.
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Discover Experiences and highlights on a cruise through the South Pacific
Visit a Fijian Village
Visit a local village where children greet you with floral leis, warriors treat you to traditional dance, women sing and you can enjoy a kava ceremony.
Horse Riding in Pt. Vila’s Rainforest
Go horseback riding though the lush tropical rainforest where you can witness beautiful flora and fauna before a dip in a refreshing lagoon.
Explore Bora Bora Lagoon
Discover the underwater beauty of Bora Bora Lagoon on a glass bubble scooter, a glass bottom boat or walking the depths in a glass helmet.
Explore the Bay Of Islands, New Zealand
Spot dolphins, whales and penguins thriving in their natural habitat as you marvel at the incredible coastal scenery of the Bay of Islands and your boat navigates through the legendary Hole in the Rock.
Days at Sea
Days at sea on the Pacific can be action packed or idyllic. It’s your time to enjoy the onboard services and amenities. Indulge in a spa treatment, lounge poolside, take a class, or try onboard adventures.
Recent Reviews What our clients are saying about their South Pacific cruise
Cruise with Crown Princess Virginia, VIC, Australia, Dec 2024
We had a wonderful time in our cruise. Princess staff are super friendly and professional. Lots of Variety of yummy fresh foods from Dining Room to the buffet. Our cabin were sparkling clean always. Entertainment were amazing, I definitely will cruise again and would recommend it to my family and friends.
Better than we had hoped Rhod, New Zealand, Dec 2024
Wow, first time on a cruise and I have to say, it was fantastic. Princess made everything really easy, walking up anywhere for a drink or food, they were able to identify you. All of the staff were fantastic and friendly. The food, accommodation, drinks and entertainment on board really did exceed my expectations. Thanks for a great trip team!
PNG Cruise Joanne, VIC, Australia, Oct 2024
Tracey was amazing. She enabled a worry free cruise experience from the very beginning of the process until the end. Keeping me well informed and up to date with changes. I would highly recommend the PNG cruise, one of the few ways to experience what is uncharted paradise to our north. Beautiful people, scenery and amazing history. As a destination, ...read more it may not be as finessed as other, more popular destinations in the pacific region but it is certainly worth the visit.
Loved PNG. Did not love the boat. Lorraine and Marian, Australia, Aug 2024
I felt the boat is looking old. The food offered not good quality. Or variety. There is plenty of food but rarely anything fresh and often. Cool to warm. Rather than hot. All staff were excellent, on board and off. Entertainment was limited to very basic, except for a very articulate and interesting historian who presented 3 talks on PNG. I loved ...read more visiting PNG.
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