Ultra-luxury cruising is in Australia
Our newest Discovery Yacht, Scenic Eclipse II, has arrived in Australia for a two-year season of ultra-luxury voyages.
Ultra-luxury cruising is in Australia
Our newest Discovery Yacht, Scenic Eclipse II, has arrived in Australia for a two-year season of ultra-luxury voyages.
Scenic Eclipse II has been designed to be the ultimate 6-star ultra-luxury cruise experience of a lifetime for only up to 228 guests. From natural landscapes to cultural experiences, ancient monuments and remarkable cities, create stories for life in 2024 and 2025.
Soar above some of the most breathtaking landscapes and gain a birds’ eye view of places inaccessible from the coastline. In the Kimberley, choose from up to 10 exhilarating helicopter experiences. From flightseeing tours over the iconic King George River and Horizontal Falls to landings at a pearl farm, the best fishing hotspots, Darwin Aviation Museum, and secluded locations. In New Zealand experience from above the splendour of the Fiordland National Park, glacier landing in Forbes Mountains, heli-hiking in Rotoura or reaching remote dinning venues and vineyards to indulge in the local produce.
Dive below the ocean for a new multi-sensory underwater adventure in the South Pacific, Great Barrier Reef and the last frontier of East Antarctica. Witness the unexplored and pristine polar waters on board the custom-built Scenic Neptune II submersible^, taking you on an unrivalled, next generation exploration.
A specialist Discovery Team of up to 15 experts, along with local guides, will provide deep insights and safely guide you throughout your journey in Australia, the South Pacific, Indonesia and East Antarctica. For our inaugural season in the Kimberley the team will be led by Mike Cusack, a local expert with a passion for Australia’s Northwest who has been guiding for more than three decades and has extensive experience in the region.
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All Scenic Eclipse II voyages are truly all-inclusive and feature a range of excursions designed to immerse you in your chosen destination. From historic and cultural excursions in New Zealand to discovering natural landscapes and the wildlife of Australia and the South Pacific, enjoy a blend of handcrafted experiences matched with relaxed ultra-luxury.
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Scenic Eclipse is in a class of its own in ultra-luxury ocean cruising with 114 elegant suites across five decks. Designed as your own indulgent haven, each suite features stylish amenities and is incredibly spacious and range from 32sqm Verandah Suites to the 245sqm Two-Bedroom Owner’s Penthouse. Separate zones for sleeping and the lounge area are filled with natural light, thanks to floor-to-ceiling sliding doors opening onto a verandah or terrace. Your butler will ensure everything is taken care of, from bringing your morning coffee to your suite, attending to your laundry, re-stocking your included mini-bar or delivering Champagne or cocktails.
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The impressive selection of cuisines with up to 10 dining experiences and up to eight bars and lounges offers you a variety of choices that will satisfy your palate. Open galleys invite you to see first-hand the passion and expertise that goes into preparing every meal. Each dining venue features a menu reflecting the produce and region you are sailing in, and choices will be refreshed throughout your voyage.
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Scenic Eclipse II has an abundance of space, providing a relaxing vantage point to spot incredible landmarks and wildlife, ensuring you make the most of every moment. Indulge in the expansive 550sqm Senses Spa#, rejuvenate in the PURE: Yoga and Pilates studio and POWER: Gym, and visit the Sky Deck & Bar which includes a Vitality pool, cabanas, and relaxed seating.
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Scenic Eclipse II features state-of-the-art technology, including customised stabilisers, 50% larger than other ships to provide greater stability, a strengthened hull, forward bow thrusters, and an electronic Azipod propulsion system. GPS Dynamic Positioning assists in maintaining location without dropping anchor onto sensitive seabeds. The Advanced Wastewater Treatment system and highly effective engines reduce emissions, noise and vibrations, reflecting our commitment to minimise the impact on the precious environments we visit.
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#Spa treatments at additional cost.
^ Experiences on board our two helicopters and submersible are at additional cost, subject to regulatory approval, availability, weight restrictions, medical approval and weather and ice conditions. Helicopters are not operational in Indonesia or Japan. The Submersible is not operational in The Kimberley, the Top End, Indonesia or New Zealand.
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