Heritage scholarship open

HERITAGE Expeditions has released its first True Young Explorer scholarship opportunity for the upcoming season for travellers aged 18 to 30.

The scholarship offers the chance to experience expedition travel to New Zealand’s Subantarctic Islands (pictured), as well as Fiordland and the Chatham Islands on the ͚Galapagos of the Southern Ocean’ itinerary, at a fraction of what it would otherwise cost.

Every year, Heritage takes small groups of up to 50 travellers on voyages to some of the world’s most unique and remote islands, coasts and shorelines.

In doing so, Heritage’s aim is to create a league of ambassadors inspired to help protect these areas and raise awareness.

Heritage said it is looking for individuals who are as passionate as it is about giving a voice to, and protecting the Subantarctic Islands and Southern Ocean.

“Whether you are studying science, an artist, in media, involved in community organisations, work in travel, are a teacher...we want to know how you will share your experience travelling aboard our trusty expedition vessel Spirit of Enderby alongside like-minded passengers and an incredibly experienced expedition team of naturalists, biologists and historians on the trip of a lifetime,” Heritage said.

Scholars must be able to contribute to 30% of the cost of the expedition of NZ$12,215 (AU$11,656), for a scholarship price of NZ$4,450 (AU$4,246).

They must also share their experience within three months of returning.

To be in the running, tell Heritage why you should receive a scholarship, and how the experience will benefit both yourself and the region (how you plan on sharing your adventure).

Applications close 22 Nov - for more information, CLICK HERE.