ANNOUNCEMENT: Chatham Island Tours Officially Launches

Admina June 30, 2025

Two Incredible Adventures – One Epic Destination

Step off the beaten track and into the raw, unfiltered beauty of the Chatham Islands.

Chatham Island Tours Ltd – part of the Travel With Lesley Whyte family – is proud to announce its first two small-group adventures, designed for those who live for the outdoors and crave something off-grid. Get ready for an experience of a lifetime on one of the most remote and spectacular coastlines in the world! From crystal-clear waters to untamed wilderness, these experiences are all about raw nature and real connection.

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Ultimate Kimberley Expedition – September 2025

Admina December 22, 2024

Ladies, This One’s for You!

Dates: September 9 – 22, 2025
Duration: 13 Nights
Location: Australia’s Kimberley Region – Darwin to Broome

Embark on a spectacular 13-night journey through the wild and breathtaking Kimberley region. This fully escorted adventure, designed exclusively for women, combines luxury, exploration, and meaningful connections. Join Lesley Whyte and her husband, Rob, as they guide you through Australia’s most iconic destinations, where ancient landscapes meet modern indulgence.

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2025 Scott and Shackleton’s Ross Sea Expedition

Admina June 4, 2024

In collaboration with our travel partner, The Private Travel Company, we are thrilled to announce that we have secured four single-occupancy Prestige Suite Cabins on Deck 5 for Ponant’s February 2025 Scott and Shackleton’s Ross Sea Expedition.  View the expedition on Ponant’s website.

All meals, alcohol, and shore excursions are included — everything onboard except for personal expenses like laundry and purchases from the onboard shop.   

Cruise : Dunedin to Dunedin from 16 February 2025 to 9 March 2025 (22 days – 21 nights onboard). 

Onboard : Ponant’s Le Soléal 

Cost for single occupancy : AUD$25,950 (inclusive of port taxes and gratuities) and represents a 20% Ponant Bonus Discount.

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*** NOT LONG UNTIL WE CAN LET YOU KNOW OUR SECRET ***

Admina May 11, 2024

But as a teaser, it’s something to do with this map showing time zones in Antarctica.

Antarctica sits on every line of longitude so theoretically Antarctica would be located in all time zones. However for practical reasons time zones are usually based on territorial claims – this means Ross Sea is in New Zealand time zone while East Antarctica and Sub-Antarctic Macquarie Island is in Australian Eastern Standard Time. This is perfect for all our Australian and New Zealand Antarctic travellers.

About Travel With Lesley Whyte

Admina May 9, 2024

Curious to learn more about the offerings of Travel With Lesley Whyte and get acquainted with Lesley Whyte herself?

Dive into our latest brochure for a comprehensive exploration of our services, destinations, and personalised experiences.

Download our brochure and discover the essence of our journeys and the passion behind our founder as we invite you to embark on unforgettable adventures with us.

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