--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: fe635bb3-4e07-416c-84f1-30a2b69d6bdc slug: 2289197 voyage_code: SPI2804 cruise_line: Hapag-Lloyd Cruises ship: HANSEATIC Spirit departure_date: return_date: nights: 23 embarkation_port: Auckland, New Zealand disembarkation_port: Benoa, Bali starting_price_usd: bookable: false last_updated: 2026-10-19T19:52:46Z --- # Expedition Solomon Islands, Papua New Guinea and Indonesia: island-hopping to hidden Pacific gems - Auckland to Bali > Hapag-Lloyd Cruises · HANSEATIC Spirit · Mar 14 – Apr 6, 2028   (23 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Hapag-Lloyd Cruises | | **Ship** | HANSEATIC Spirit | | **Duration** | 23 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Auckland, New Zealand | | **Disembarkation Port** | Benoa, Bali | | **Starting Price** | N/A USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | SPI2804 | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Auckland, New Zealand **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 07:00 PM Auckland, based around 2 large harbours, is a major city in the north of New Zealand’s North Island. In the centre, the iconic Sky Tower has views of Viaduct Harbour, which is full of superyachts and lined with bars and cafes. Auckland Domain, the city’s oldest park, is based around an extinct volcano and home to the formal Wintergardens. Near Downtown, Mission Bay Beach has a seaside ### Day 2: Bay of Islands, New Zealand **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM The Bay of Islands is a New Zealand enclave encompassing more than 140 subtropical islands next to the country's North Island. It’s known for its undeveloped beaches, big-game fishing and Maori cultural artefacts. It's also home to the 19th-century whaling port of Russell, whose waterfront promenade is lined with remnants from its days as the country’s first colonial capital. ### Day 3: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 4: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 5: Ile des Pins **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 6: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 7: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 8: Solomon Islands **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM The Solomon Islands, a nation of hundreds of islands in the South Pacific, has many WWII-era sites. Guadalcanal, a province and one of the archipelago’s largest islands, honors fallen Allied soldiers at its U.S. War Memorial. Guadalcanal is also home to the nation’s capital, Honiara, whose bustling Central Market showcases the islands’ produce and traditional handicrafts. ### Day 9: Santa Ana Island **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Santa Ana Island ### Day 10: Pirumeri Island **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 11: Onua Island **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 12: Papua New Guinea **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Papua New Guinea, in the southwestern Pacific, encompasses the eastern half of New Guinea and its offshore islands. A country of immense cultural and biological diversity, it’s known for its beaches and coral reefs. Inland are active volcanoes, granite Mt. Wilhelm, dense rainforest and hiking routes like the Kokoda Trail. There are also traditional tribal villages, many with their own languages. ### Day 13: Rabaul **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Rabaul is a township in East New Britain province, on the island of New Britain, in the country of Papua New Guinea. It lies about 600 kilometres to the east of the island of New Guinea. ### Day 14: Garove Island **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 15: Kopar **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Kopar ### Day 16: Sepik River **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 17: Jayapura **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Jayapura is the capital and largest city of the Indonesian province of Papua. It is situated on the northern coast of New Guinea island and covers an area of 935.92 km². ### Day 18: Pulau Aibai **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 19: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 20: Pulau Arguni **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 21: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 22: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 23: Komodo **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Komodo (Indonesian: Pulau Komodo) is one of the 17,508 islands that comprise the Republic of Indonesia. The island is particularly notable as the habitat of the Komodo dragon, the largest lizard on Earth, which is named after the island. ### Day 24: Benoa, Bali **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Tanjung Benoa is a peninsula that is a subdistrict of Kuta South District of Badung Regency on Bali. It is famous for its beaches. Tanjung Benoa is also a location of various water sports like banana boat, scuba diving, parasailing, rolling donuts, seawalker, flying fish, snorkeling. ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Ocean View | $19,171 | | Balcony | $22,391 | | Suite | $33,741 | ## Cabin Options ### Outside Cabins **Guarantee Outside Cabin** (Code: SKAB) Guarantee Outside Cabin **Outside Cabin** (Code: 01) Approx. 22 m²/237 ft² cabins on Deck 4, 5 and 6 Heated wall in the bathroom Rain shower Free mini bar (soft drinks) Coffee machine Separable beds 24-hour cabin service **Guaranteed Outside Cabin** (Code: 0) Guaranteed Outside Cabin **Guarantee Outside Cabin** (Code: S01) Guarantee Outside Cabin **Guarantee Outside Cabin** (Code: SAP) Guarantee Outside Cabin **Panoramic Cabin** (Code: 02) Approx. 21 m²/226 ft² Cabins on Deck 5 Heated wall in bathroom Rain shower Free mini bar (soft drinks) Coffee machine Separable beds 24-hour cabin service There is one cabin with fully accessible layout and equipment (cabin 404) ### Balcony Cabins **French Balcony Cabin** (Code: 03) Approx. 21/23 m² (226 ft²/248 ft²) Cabins on Deck 6 and 7 Heated wall in the bathroom Rain shower Free mini bar (soft drinks) Coffee machine Separable beds 24-hour cabin service **Guarantee Balcony Cabin** (Code: S07) Guarantee Balcony Cabin **Guarantee Balcony Cabin** (Code: S05) Guarantee Balcony Cabin **Balcony Cabin** (Code: 07) Approx. 27 m²/291 ft² Cabins incl. balcony (approx. 5 m²/54 ft²) on Deck 5, 6 and 7 Heated wall in the bathroom Rain shower Free mini bar (soft drinks) Coffee machine Separable beds 24-hour cabin service **Guarantee Balcony Cabin** (Code: S02) Guarantee Balcony Cabin **Guarantee Balcony Cabin** (Code: S04) Guarantee Balcony Cabin **Balcony Cabin** (Code: 06) Approx. 27 m²/291 ft² Cabins incl. balcony (approx. 5 m²/54 ft²) on Deck 5, 6 and 7 Heated wall in the bathroom Rain shower Free mini bar (soft drinks) Coffee machine Separable beds 24-hour cabin service **Guarantee Balcony Cabin** (Code: SF) Guarantee Balcony Cabin **Guarantee Balcony Cabin** (Code: S08) Guarantee Balcony Cabin **Balcony Cabin** (Code: 08) Approx. 27 m²/291 ft² Cabins incl. balcony (approx. 5 m²/54 ft²) on Deck 5, 6 and 7 Heated wall in the bathroom Rain shower Free mini bar (soft drinks) Coffee machine Separable beds 24-hour cabin service **Guarantee Balcony Cabin** (Code: SB) Guarantee Balcony Cabin **Guarantee Balcony Cabin** (Code: S03) Guarantee Balcony Cabin **Balcony Cabin** (Code: 04) Approx. 27 m²/291 ft² Cabins incl. balcony (approx. 5 m²/54 ft²) on Deck 5, 6 and 7 Heated wall in the bathroom Rain shower Free mini bar (soft drinks) Coffee machine Separable beds 24-hour cabin service **Guarantee Balcony Cabin** (Code: S06) Guarantee Balcony Cabin **French Balcony Cabin** (Code: 05) Approx. 21/23 m² (226 ft²/248 ft²) Cabins on Deck 6 and 7 Heated wall in the bathroom Rain shower Free mini bar (soft drinks) Coffee machine Separable beds 24-hour cabin service ### Suite Cabins **Guarantee Suite** (Code: SJS) Guarantee Suite **Grand Suite with Veranda** (Code: 10) Approx. 71 m²/764 ft² Suites on Deck 6 and 7 Private veranda (approx. 16 m²/172 ft²) with space heaters Separate living and sleeping areas Separate dining area Sleeping area with panoramic view Separable beds TV in living and sleeping areas Daylight bathroom with two sinks, free-standing bath... **Junior Suite with Balcony** (Code: 09) Approx. 42 m²/452 ft² Suites on Deck 6 and 7 Private balcony (approx. 6 m²/65 ft²) Separate living and sleeping areas Separate dining area Sleeping area with panoramic view Separable beds TV in living and sleeping areas Bathroom with two sinks and rain shower Steam sauna in shower area Heat... ## Ship Information ### HANSEATIC Spirit Each of our expeditions is a work of art. Passionately conceived, masterfully realised. A portrait of the world in which there is always something new to discover. And our small, state-of-the-art expedition ships HANSEATIC nature, HANSEATIC inspiration and HANSEATIC spirit (max. 230 guests) are the very best studio where such artistic masterpieces are created. Worlds both faraway and nearby. Ice and tropics. Wildlife paradise or cultural treasure. For every explorer, we offer the right journey of discovery. More than 30 years of experience as the market leader in German-speaking countries. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 230 | | Crew | 175 | | Gross Tonnage | 15,650.0 | | Length | 452.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 120 | ## Onboard Amenities ### Fitness - **Fitness **: Feel like getting active? The fitness room and separate course room – both with an ocean view – can be used from morning to night. Our fitness coach w... ### Technology - **Earn your sea legs**: Earn your sea legs "Landlubbers" will be made into little "mariners" on board - visit the captain on the bridge and take part in question-and-answer ... - **Experts**: Whales ahead? Chile's glaciers in sight? The passage through the Panama Canal is imminent? You will experience expedition highlights particularly inte... - **Travel diaries**: We take you on our expeditions in advance by giving you intensive insights with our travel diaries and moving images. - **Ocean Academy**: A large Study wall and an interactive Study poster display the latest fascinating articles and information on various disciplines and cruise experienc... - **Broaden your horizons**: Broaden your horizons See the raw materials of the sea with your own eyes. For example, research ore that is millions of years old under the microsco... ### Entertainment - **The Arctic**: We take you on our expeditions in advance by giving you intensive insights with our travel diaries and moving images. - **Svalbard**: We take you on our expeditions in advance by giving you intensive insights with our travel diaries and moving images. - **HanseAtrium **: Draw on our experts’ wealth of knowledge during their daily presentations in the HanseAtrium, the new multifunctional lounge with state-of-the-art tec... - **Greenland**: We take you on our expeditions in advance by giving you intensive insights with our travel diaries and moving images. ### Food and Drink - **Bars **: A glass of wine in your hand and the magnificent jungle, the captivating wilderness of Nordic fjords or the icy panoramas of the Antarctic directly be... - **That special touch **: Land on a secluded island in a Zodiac and enjoy barbecued fish and chilled drinks with your feet in the sand. Or celebrate with a glass of champagne a... - **L'esprit**: L'esprit The l'esprit on the HANSEATIC spirit celebrates the spirit of French cuisine. A tribute to culinary expertise and Mediterranean lightness. - **Lido Restaurant**: Expeditions bring you particularly close to the elements. The same applies to our Lido Restaurant. Have breakfast under an open sky, or enjoy a juicy ... - **HANSEATIC Restaurant**: The spacious HANSEATIC Restaurant of the new expedition class redefines on-board cuisine. From breakfast to dinner, experience our endless variety of ... ### Recreational - **for 10-17 year olds Become a discoverer**: The programme has been specially designed for teenagers in order to encourage the curiosity of young explorers. Be it with a spot of navigation on boa... - **Pool area/bar**: Thanks to its flexible canopy, the pool area with bar can be enjoyed whatever the weather. Water loungers and a whirlpool offer pure relaxation. ### Relaxation - **Go even deeper**: Your shore excursions and Zodiac rides will be accompanied by countless natural wonders that will leave you speechless, but to see the bigger picture,... - **OCEAN SPA**: A place of relaxation with Finnish sauna with an ocean view, steam sauna, ice fountain and relaxation room. From professional partial- and full-body m... ## Ports of Call ### Auckland, New Zealand *Coordinates: -36.8474, 174.766* Auckland, based around 2 large harbours, is a major city in the north of New Zealand’s North Island. In the centre, the iconic Sky Tower has views of Viaduct Harbour, which is full of superyachts and lined with bars and cafes. Auckland Domain, the city’s oldest park, is based around an extinct volcano and home to the formal Wintergardens. Near Downtown, Mission Bay Beach has a seaside ### Bay of Islands, New Zealand *Coordinates: -35.2621, 174.124* The Bay of Islands is a New Zealand enclave encompassing more than 140 subtropical islands next to the country's North Island. It’s known for its undeveloped beaches, big-game fishing and Maori cultural artefacts. It's also home to the 19th-century whaling port of Russell, whose waterfront promenade is lined with remnants from its days as the country’s first colonial capital. ### Ile des Pins ### Solomon Islands *Coordinates: -9.64571, 160.156* The Solomon Islands, a nation of hundreds of islands in the South Pacific, has many WWII-era sites. Guadalcanal, a province and one of the archipelago’s largest islands, honors fallen Allied soldiers at its U.S. War Memorial. Guadalcanal is also home to the nation’s capital, Honiara, whose bustling Central Market showcases the islands’ produce and traditional handicrafts. ### Santa Ana Island *Coordinates: -10.8343, 162.467* Santa Ana Island ### Pirumeri Island ### Onua Island ### Papua New Guinea Papua New Guinea, in the southwestern Pacific, encompasses the eastern half of New Guinea and its offshore islands. A country of immense cultural and biological diversity, it’s known for its beaches and coral reefs. Inland are active volcanoes, granite Mt. Wilhelm, dense rainforest and hiking routes like the Kokoda Trail. There are also traditional tribal villages, many with their own languages. ### Rabaul Rabaul is a township in East New Britain province, on the island of New Britain, in the country of Papua New Guinea. It lies about 600 kilometres to the east of the island of New Guinea. ### Garove Island ### Kopar *Coordinates: -5.00198, 139.926* Kopar ### Sepik River ### Jayapura *Coordinates: -2.54319, 140.715* Jayapura is the capital and largest city of the Indonesian province of Papua. It is situated on the northern coast of New Guinea island and covers an area of 935.92 km². ### Pulau Aibai ### Pulau Arguni ### Komodo *Coordinates: -8.53276, 119.371* Komodo (Indonesian: Pulau Komodo) is one of the 17,508 islands that comprise the Republic of Indonesia. The island is particularly notable as the habitat of the Komodo dragon, the largest lizard on Earth, which is named after the island. ### Benoa, Bali *Coordinates: -8.8076, 115.207* Tanjung Benoa is a peninsula that is a subdistrict of Kuta South District of Badung Regency on Bali. It is famous for its beaches. Tanjung Benoa is also a location of various water sports like banana boat, scuba diving, parasailing, rolling donuts, seawalker, flying fish, snorkeling. ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://pirate.travel/cruise/2289197 - **Compare Prices:** CruisePirate compares prices across multiple booking channels - **Price Alerts:** Set up alerts for price drops on this sailing - **Support:** Contact our AI-powered cruise assistant for personalized recommendations ### Why Book with CruisePirate? - Real-time price comparison across booking channels - AI-powered cruise recommendations - Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - Expert cruise search and filtering --- ## Technical Metadata - **Canonical URL:** https://pirate.travel/cruise/2289197 - **Markdown URL:** https://pirate.travel/cruise/2289197.md - **API Endpoint:** https://pirate.travel/api/cruises/2289197/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/hapaglloyd-cruises/hanseatic-spirit/ship/81345.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-10-19 19:52:46 UTC