South Pacific

Escape to paradise on a South Pacific cruise and discover tropical islands, crystal-clear waters and laid-back cultures just a short flight from New Zealand. Enjoy year-round departures from Sydney, Brisbane, Tahiti and Hawaii, plus seasonal Fiji and Auckland cruises for the ultimate island getaway.

Bora Bora image thanks to Damien Chaudet Unsplash

Best Kids Cruise Offer

Check out this amazing kids deal for families

Voyager of the Seas with family at the beach

Royal Caribbean South Pacific cruises from Australia

Kids Sail from NZ$59 per day

Offer applies to local Royal Caribbean South Pacific cruises (ex Australia) 2 nights or longer departing before 5th April 2028. Kids fares from NZD$59 per day for additional guests that are 0-12 years old at departure date when traveling in the same stateroom as two full fare guests.

All Royal Caribbean Offers

Carnival Adventure – Auckland Season 2027

Carnival Cruises from Auckland are bringing big-ship fun closer to home in 2027. Carnival Adventure will sail a selection of 4–10 night Auckland roundtrip cruises throughout winter, giving Kiwi travellers an easy way to escape to the South Pacific, with itineraries visiting Fiji, Vanuatu, New Caledonia and Norfolk Island — plus selected sailings from Auckland to Sydney.

No international flights. No long airport transfers. Just step aboard in Auckland and let the holiday begin. Whether you're after a quick Norfolk Island getaway, a tropical Fiji escape or a fun-filled cruise to Sydney, Carnival Adventure offers plenty of ways to cruise from Auckland in 2027.

Auckland to Sydney Escape

Why fly when you can cruise and have some fun getting there?

4 nights

Ship

Carnival Adventure

Date

29 Jul 2027

Departure - Auckland
2 stops
Arrival - Sydney

From$798

Price per person twin share / inside stateroom

MULTIPLE DEPARTURES

Norfolk Island Taster

Discover a short escape packed with charm on this 4-night Norfolk Island cruise roundtrip from Auckland. Enjoy scenic sea days and a full day exploring Norfolk Island’s natural beauty, rich history, and warm island hospitality—Carnival style!

4 nights

Ship

Carnival Adventure

Date

15 Jul 2027

Departure - Auckland
3 stops
Arrival - Auckland

From$1,163

Price per person twin share / inside stateroom

MULTIPLE DEPARTURES

South Pacific Escape

Escape to the tropics on this 9-night Fiji & South Pacific cruise roundtrip from Auckland! Soak up sunshine, island vibes, and Carnival-style fun as you explore Suva, Lautoka, and Dravuni Island, with plenty of sea days to relax, play, and make unforgettable memories onboard.

9 nights

Ship

Carnival Adventure

Date

17 Jun 2027

Departure - Auckland
5 stops
Arrival - Auckland

From$1,735

Price per person twin share / inside stateroom

LIMITED SPACE

Fiji Discovery

9-night Fiji & South Pacific cruise roundtrip from Auckland! Soak up sunshine, island vibes, and Carnival-style fun as you explore Suva, Lautoka, and Dravuni Island, with plenty of sea days to relax, play, and make unforgettable memories onboard.

9 nights

Ship

Carnival Adventure

Date

25 May 2027

Departure - Auckland
5 stops
Arrival - Auckland

From$2,315

Price per person twin share / balcony stateroom

LIMITED SPACE

Fiji Fun Break

9 nights

Ship

Carnival Adventure

Date

6 Jul 2027

Departure - Auckland
5 stops
Arrival - Auckland

From$2,599

Price per person twin share / balcony stateroom

Sydney to Auckland Getaway

Why fly when you can cruise and have some fun getting there?

4 nights

Ship

Carnival Adventure

Date

21 May 2027

Departure - Sydney
2 stops
Arrival - Auckland

From$635

Price per person twin share / inside stateroom

Popular Trans Pacific Cruises From or to Auckland

When ships reposition between seasons, it is a great value way to Island hop the old coral route across the South Pacific

BONUS CRUISE CASH

Auckland to Vancouver

Auckland, Suva (Fiji), Apia (Samoa), Honolulu, Kailua Kona, San Diego, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Victoria, Vancouver

25 nights

Ship

Royal Princess

Date

1 Apr 2028

Departure - Auckland
11 stops
Arrival - Vancouver

From$5,120

Price per person twin share / inside stateroom

Auckland to Seattle 2027

Cruise around New Zealand to Australia then island hop across the South Pacific to Seattle. One of the most destination rich Pacific crossings

43 nights

Ship

Noordam

Date

14 Mar 2027

Departure - Auckland
25 stops
Arrival - Seattle

From$10,887$10,962

Price per person twin share / inside stateroom

Auckland to Seattle 2028

Cruise around New Zealand to Australia then island hop across the South Pacific to Seattle. One of the most destination rich Pacific crossings

49 nights

Ship

Westerdam

Date

12 Mar 2028

Departure - Auckland
31 stops
Arrival - Seattle

From$14,107

Price per person twin share / inside stateroom

Popular Trans Pacific Cruises From or to Australia

Longer Cruises that make a great combination with a cheeky Aussie stopover

Sydney to San Francisco

A rare Trans Pacific from Sydney to San Francisco, the perfect unwinder!

23 nights

Ship

Carnival Luminosa

Date

6 Apr 2027

Departure - Sydney
8 stops
Arrival - San Francisco

From$2,698

Price per person twin share / inside stateroom

Trans Pacific Sydney to Hawaii

Pure Escapism!! This cruise is perfect for travellers who want to relax and enjoy the amazing onboard facilities, activities and shows as you slowly hop across the South Pacific

16 nights

Ship

Anthem of the Seas

Date

14 Apr 2027

Departure - Sydney
7 stops
Arrival - Honolulu (Oahu)

From$3,273$3,323

Price per person twin share / inside stateroom

Brisbane to Seattle

Quantum sized fun awaits, Brisbane, Tahiti, Moorea, Raiatea, Honolulu (overnight stay), Seattle

23 nights

Ship

Quantum of the Seas

Date

11 Apr 2027

Departure - Brisbane
8 stops
Arrival - Seattle

From$4,997$5,047

Price per person twin share / inside stateroom

BONUS CRUISE CASH

Sydney to Los Angeles

Enjoy the refined luxury onboard Queen Elizabeth as you island hop across the South Pacific. Sydney, Nuku'Alofa (Tonga), Honolulu (overnight stay), Hilo, Los Angeles

20 nights

Ship

Queen Elizabeth

Date

25 Mar 2028

Departure - Sydney
7 stops
Arrival - Los Angeles

From$8,037

Price per person twin share / inside stateroom

DRINKS & WIFI INCLUDED

Ultra Luxury Brisbane to Honolulu

The Suite Life awaits onboard Seabourn Quest as you island hop to Hawaii, Visit Brisbane, Norfolk Island, Noumea (New Caledonia), Mystery Island, Lautoka, Suva, SavuSavu, Apia (Samoa), Honolulu

19 nights

Ship

Seabourn Quest

Date

15 Apr 2027

Departure - Brisbane
11 stops
Arrival - Honolulu (Oahu)

From$18,980$19,230

Price per person twin share / suite

Do any cruise lines offer All-Inclusive Luxury South Pacific Cruises?

Yes, Regent Seven Seas offer an immersive collection of South Pacific cruises during summer and a new Winter season for 2027 (May-Sep) onboard Seven Seas Navigator

ALL INCLUSIVE

Papua New Guinea Adventure

Cairns, Rabaul, Alotau, Kiriwina Island, Samarai Island, Cairns

9 nights

Ship

Seven Seas Navigator

Date

25 Jul 2027

Departure - Cairns
6 stops
Arrival - Cairns

From$12,280$12,530

Price per person twin share / suite

ALL-INCLUSIVE

Fiji, Cook Islands & Tonga

Lautoka (Fiji), Neiafu (Vava'u), Rarotonga, Aitutaki, Lautoka

10 nights

Ship

Seven Seas Navigator

Date

15 Aug 2027

Departure - Lautoka
6 stops
Arrival - Lautoka

From$13,080$13,330

Price per person twin share / suite

ALL-INCLUSIVE

Coral Sea Dreams

Fiji (Lautoka), Champagne Bay (Vanuatu), Guadalcanal (Solomon Islands), Port Vila, Mystery Island, Fiji (Lautoka)

10 nights

Ship

Seven Seas Navigator

Date

25 Aug 2027

Departure - Lautoka
6 stops
Arrival - Lautoka

From$12,990$13,240

Price per person twin share / suite

ALL-INCLUSIVE

Outback to the Islands

Cairns (Yorkey's Knob), Guadalcanal (Solomon Islands), Luganville (Vanuatu), Port Vila, Mystery Island, Lifou Island, Noumea (New Caledonia), Fiji (Lautoka)

12 nights

Ship

Seven Seas Navigator

Date

3 Aug 2027

Departure - Cairns
9 stops
Arrival - Lautoka

From$17,920$18,170

Price per person twin share / suite

ALL-INCLUSIVE

Tahiti to Fiji

Tahiti (Papeete), Raiatea, Rarotonga, Pago Pago (American Samoa), Neiafu (Vava'u), Savusavu, Port Denarau, Lautoka

12 nights

Ship

Seven Seas Splendor

Date

23 Jan 2028

Departure - Papeete (Tahiti)
8 stops
Arrival - Lautoka

From$31,895$32,020

Price per person twin share / suite

ALL-INCLUSIVE

Sydney to Tahiti Christmas

Sydney, Brisbane, Noumea, Lifou Island, Port Vila, Lautoka, Ndravuni Island, Pago Pago (American Samoa), Rarotonga, Tahiti (Papeete overnight stay)

18 nights

Ship

Seven Seas Explorer

Date

22 Dec 2028

Departure - Sydney
12 stops
Arrival - Papeete (Tahiti)

From$29,215$29,340

Price per person twin share / suite

Which Tahiti cruise is right for you?

The Society Islands are best for classic Tahiti, Bora Bora and Moorea experiences, while the Marquesas appeal to travellers looking for remote landscapes, adventure and Polynesian culture. The Tuamotus are an excellent choice for snorkelling, diving, marine life and secluded tropical atolls.

Whichever itinerary you choose, a French Polynesia cruise offers a unique way to discover the beauty and diversity of Tahiti and its surrounding islands—all in one unforgettable journey.

Discover More About Tahiti

Search All South Pacific Cruises

Browse all our amazing South Pacific cruise deals below. Use the filters to narrow down the results to find your perfect cruise

Ports

Cruises from Fiji (Lautoka)

Fiji is a popular destination for Kiwis with great Air connections from Auckland, Wellington & Christchurch making it an easy one flight destination from NZ. There are now a fantastic choice of cruises from Fiji, so you can create a two centre south pacific island holiday by adding a cruise to your holiday plans and see more of the South Pacific

Cruises from Honolulu

Hawaii is a popular destination for Kiwis with direct flights from Auckland and additional options via Australia or Fiji. You can cruise year round from Honolulu island hopping with NCL Pride of America, plus seasonal cruises between Honolulu and Vancouver, Tahiti, Auckland and Sydney on a choice of International cruise lines

Cruises from Tahiti

Tahiti offers an incredible choice of cruises that island hop to some of the world's most picturesque islands and lagoons. With direct flights from Auckland on both Air New Zealand and Air Tahiti Nui, it is an easy one flight trip to paradise for Kiwis.