Affinity Cruises - Fiordland & Stewart Island
       

FEATURED CRUISES:

Stewart Island Cruise - 5 nights/6 days 18th to 23rd May

This amazing cruise is on special. It was $3275pp, now only $2550 per person plus transfers of $174. All prices based on share twin. This trip allows you to explore some of the island's magnificent walks and learn of its fascinating history.
  • Step back in time to a slower pace of life and unwind.
  • Stroll through the shops & view the sights of Oban, Stewart Island. Oban is the largest town on Stewart Island. Cruise includes an hour and half guided bus tour of the Island, hear about Island life from the guide.
  • Halfmoon Bay welcomes you with its tall Blue Gum trees.
  • Explore the rock pools and walk the coastal track around Paterson Inlet.
  • Scenic walk to Ackers Point, Half Moon Bay, visit a original old settlers cottage.
  • Take a bush and beach walk to Port William.
  • Fish for Stewart Island "Blue Cod", while surrounded by the large Mollymawk seabirds.
  • Visit an old whalers repair base which was used by Norwegian Antarctic Whalers.
  • Visit Ulva Island bird sanctuary in a 3 hour guided tour with a local guide

Fiordland Artists Retreat Cruise - 6 nights/7 days 10th to 16th July

If you have a passion for art, would like to broaden your artistic knowledge and be surrounded by spectacular scenery to inspire your creative flare, then this is the cruise for you. There will be daily tutorials given by Ian Thompson as he guides you through the art of landscape painting. 

You will be joined on the cruise by well-known Hawkes Bay artist, Ian Thompson. Ian has had many years’ experience inspiring, teaching and guiding artists in mastering three different mediums, pastels, water colours and oils. Ian also organizes the annual art exhibition in the Hawkes Bay. This show attracts many visitors to the region over the 3 day event and has become a significant event in the Hawkes Bay artistic calendar.

Cost is $3569pp plus transfers of $200pp. Based on twin share.

Fiordland Photographers Cruise - 6 nights/7 days 18th to 24th July

You will be joined aboard Affinity by renowned Marlborough photographer Gavin Newell, where he will share with you his passion for photography. Learn how to use your own camera to get those ‘picture perfect’ photos you have always wanted.

If you love to take photos but don’t have all the fancy and expensive gear, then this is the cruise for you. Gavin will explain how to use your ‘run of the mill’ camera and all those camera settings that you used to think were just there for show and have always been a mystery. Learn how to take great photos while cruising in one of the most majestic and remote areas on earth. In the evenings, Gavin will talk you through how to enhance your photos with the aid of a computer.

Cost is $3569pp plus transfers of $200pp. Based on twin share.


 
Tour Summary
 
Regular Fiordland Departures:

3 nights Flying Fiordland
4th to 7th July 2011
$1739pp plus transfers with heli out of $578

6 night Cruise
18th to 24th June 2011
11 to 17th August 2011
$3469pp plus transfers $200pp

10 night Southern Discovery
5th to 15th June 2011
28th July to 7th August 2011
$5780pp plus transfers with heli out of $665pp

All prices based on share twin.
 
Tour Highlights
 

Exploring the most remote wilderness areas of New Zealand by boat and on foot. Enjoy this magical landscape from the comfort of the Affinity. A small vessel carrying a maximum of 16 passengers, ensuring a memorable experience.

The price includes all home style meals - Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, plus morning and afternoon tea and sunset nibbles. All linen, towels and duvets are supplied.

All activities are included, though optional, as you may feel like relaxing on board.
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