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Calculated Shard: 187 (from laksa055)

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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa187.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.antarcticacruises.com/\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.antarcticacruises.com/\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/","crawl_time":1775532325,"first_indexed_time":1687625391,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,antarcticacruises!www,\/ s443","src_root_hash":"13674925838225626587","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"Polar Cruises & Expeditions | Pioneers Of Polar Travel","meta_descriptions":["Explore the wonders of the Arctic, Antarctic, or Patagonia on a once-in-a-lifetime expedition cruise with pioneers of polar travel Antarctica Cruises."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"Voyages To The Ends Of The Earth\nExpedition Cruises\nUnlike traditional ocean or river cruises, expedition cruises are intimate, inimitable adventures by small-ship designed for flexible and active discovery at the edge of the world, voyages of immersion with like-minded explorers into Earth’s last great wildernesses.\nThough profoundly different in mood and form, each destination embodies the essence of expedition cruising: raw beauty, intimate wildlife encounters, and the thrill of exploring where few—if any—have ever been.\nExpedition Cruises To Antarctica\nAntarctica is not simply a distant place on a map but a dream-like, pristine realm that rewrites the rules of reality. This is a land of paradoxes: a frozen desert teeming with life, a place so vast it feels like another planet, yet so intimately moving it changes all who visit. Towering tabular icebergs drift silently through steel-blue waters; glacier-fringed mountains glow in the midnight sun; and beneath the surface, a thriving marine world pulses with energy.\nWhether standing in the company of chinstrap penguins or kayaking past cathedral-like ice formations, you’ll come to realize Antarctica is less about where you go, and more about who you become in its presence.\nExpedition Cruises To The Arctic\nThe Arctic’s stark grandeur spans polar desert, fjord, and ice pack. Here, the northernmost reaches of our blue planet beckon with ephemeral beauty: dazzling polar skies swathed in auroral light, great white expanses where musk ox and polar bear roam, and ocean passages where narwhal and beluga weave through pack ice.\nVisits to remote communities tether you to human resilience and ancient ways, while the silence of frozen seas, broken only by crackling floes and the distant echo of calving glaciers, stirs something primal. Austerity transforms into warmth, humility, and inspiration to reveal a realm that exalts above all others in more ways than one.\nExpedition Cruises To Patagonia\nAt the southern extremity of South America, Patagonia reveals a wild canvas of jagged peaks, glasslike lakes, and glaciers calving into cold Pacific waters. The air tastes of ancient stone and snowmelt; condors wheel above. Here, the Southern Hemisphere’s windiest landscapes cradle Magellanic penguins, guanacos, and Andean creatures adapted to life on the edge.\nTrekking across feather‑soft lenga forests into the shadow of granite towers awakens a reverence for the raw, unbridled power of nature. Whether tracing ancient indigenous paths or riding Zodiacs through channels edged with glacier-tongues, expect an immersion that’s at once visceral and transformational—landscapes and stories carved over millennia, alive with elemental beauty.\nBest-Selling Expedition Cruises\nSome journeys have earned their legendary status. Whether it’s a classic\nAntarctic Peninsula voyage\n, an epic trip to\nAntarctica via South Georgia and the Falklands\n, or the Arctic odyssey tracing polar bear territory in\nSvalbard\n, our best-selling expedition cruises have captured the hearts of thousands.\nThese itineraries plot popular paths through the planet’s most pristine places, and offer the perfect balance of comfort, accessibility, and immersion—curated, intrepid, once-in-a-lifetime journeys brimming with adventure.\nAntarctica - Basecamp\nLength: 13 Days\nShips: Hondius, Plancius, Ortelius\nUSD$\n 11,100\n-\nUSD$\n 19,600\nPer Person\nClassic Antarctica\nLength: 10 Days, 11 Days\nShips: MV Ushuaia\nUSD$\n 6,390\n-\nUSD$\n 14,590\nPer Person\nUp to\n20%\nsavings\nSpirit of Antarctica\nLength: 12 Days\nShips: Douglas Mawson, Sylvia Earle, Greg Mortimer\nUSD$\n 14,276\n-\nUSD$\n 31,956\nPer Person\nUp to\n9%\nsavings\nHighlights of Antarctica\nLength: 12 Days\nShips: MS Fridtjof Nansen, MS Roald Amundsen\nUSD$\n 10,003\n-\nUSD$\n 16,748\nPer Person\nUp to\n21%\nsavings\nAntarctica Classic\nLength: 11 Days\nShips: MS Expedition\nUSD$\n 8,699\n-\nUSD$\n 16,109\nPer Person\nThe Expedition Cruise Experience\nEvery expedition begins with a calling. My own began years ago—not with a compass, but with a question: What does it mean to truly experience the ends of the Earth? I founded Antarctica Cruises to help people connect with the world in its rawest, purest forms.\nThe polar regions and Patagonia remain some of the last true wildernesses—places where silence echoes, wildlife reigns, and nature still remains untamed by mankind. Our mission is simple: to share these places with those who seek meaningful adventure, to educate and advocate for their preservation, ensuring every journey leaves an indelible impression on both heart and mind.\nJeremy Clubb\nFounder & Director\nExplore With Experts\nExpedition cruising is defined not only by where you travel—but with whom. Each voyage is led by a team of hand-selected experts: glaciologists, ornithologists, marine biologists, polar historians, and local guides whose life work has been dedicated to understanding these remote corners of the world.\nThey lead excursions, deliver lectures, and bring scientific insight to every sighting—from the patterns in an iceberg to the behavior of a seal colony. It’s a masterclass in exploration, where learning is constant and discovery, inevitable.\nMeet The Locals\nFrom the thunderous crash of a breaching humpback whale to the curious gaze of a waddling penguin, wildlife in the polar regions is both abundant and unafraid. In the Southern Ocean, you’ll share shores with elephant seals and colonies of Adélie, gentoo, and emperor penguins. In the Arctic, gaze across sea ice for polar bears on the prowl or watch a pod of belugas slice through frigid waters.\nPatagonia, too, offers encounters with majestic condors, elusive pumas, and playful sea lions. Far from zoo-like sightings, these are wildlife encounters that will steal your breath and your heart, moments of mutual recognition between you and the wild, fleeting and unforgettable.\nFollow In Their Footsteps\nThe polar regions are hallowed ground for the adventurous soul, where legendary explorers once carved paths through the ice. Trace the icy wake of Shackleton, whose heroic voyage in the Endurance has become expedition lore. Visit preserved huts used by Scott, Amundsen, and Mawson during the Heroic Age of Antarctic Exploration—time capsules of courage, grit, and fortitude.\nIn the Arctic, reflect on the journeys of Franklin and Nansen as you pass through legendary waterways like the Northwest Passage, or ponder the pioneering voyages of explorers like Magellan and Moreno in Patagonia as you traverse its majestic glacial waterways. To travel here is to join a centuries-old lineage of those who dared to go further.\nThe Essence of Expedition Cruising\nExpedition cruising defies traditional travel logic. There are no fixed ports, no pre-planned sightseeing. Instead, every day is dictated by weather, wildlife, and opportunity. No itinerary. No clock. Just the call of the wild. One morning might bring an unexpected whale pod at dawn; another, a perfect landing spot unveiled by retreating fog.\nYour captain and expedition leader work in real-time to shape the journey, responding to ice conditions and wildlife sightings with flexibility and finesse. It’s travel at its most spontaneous and rewarding—a true voyage of discovery where nature writes the script.\nBecoming an Ambassador\nFew return from an expedition cruise unchanged. To stand amid melting glaciers or witness a mother penguin feeding her chick is to confront both nature’s grandeur and its fragility. Our expeditions don’t just show you the planet, but also ask what role you’ll play in protecting it.\nLearn from onboard experts about climate change, conservation, and indigenous knowledge. Then return home not just as a traveler, but as a steward—a polar ambassador committed to preserving these far-flung, wild frontiers for their own sake, and for future generations.\nExpedition Cruise Ships\nOur expedition cruise vessels are built for extremes but designed for experience, combining the latest in polar technology with thoughtful, low-impact design. Small in size but mighty in capability, these ships can navigate narrow fjords,\nbreak through sea ice\n, and explore uncharted waters where larger vessels cannot go.\nOn board, you’ll find expert lecture rooms, Zodiac embarkation points, observation decks, and comfortable quarters. Some ships feature science labs, wellness spaces, or luxury touches—but all are united by a single purpose: getting you safely and sustainably to the world’s most remote destinations.\nOcean Albatros\n8-23 Days, 10 Itineraries\n175 Guests, Mid-Range\nUSD$\n 6,972\n-\nUSD$\n 331,956\nPer Person\nUltramarine\n11-23 Days, 12 Itineraries\n199 Guests, Luxury\nUSD$\n 9,371\n-\nUSD$\n 86,521\nPer Person\nUp to\n20%\nsavings\nGreg Mortimer\n8-29 Days, 12 Itineraries\n132 Guests, Mid-Range\nUSD$\n 11,116\n-\nUSD$\n 83,916\nPer Person\nOcean Victory\n10-20 Days, 7 Itineraries\n189 Guests, Mid-Range\nUSD$\n 6,545\n-\nUSD$\n 53,595\nPer Person\nUp to\n25%\nsavings\nSylvia Earle\n8-23 Days, 18 Itineraries\n132 Guests, Mid-Range\nUSD$\n 11,516\n-\nUSD$\n 71,395\nPer Person\nMagellan Explorer\n6-20 Days, 9 Itineraries\n96 Guests, Mid-Range\nUSD$\n 4,995\n-\nUSD$\n 38,995\nPer Person\nUp to\n21%\nsavings\nMS Expedition\n11-22 Days, 8 Itineraries\n128 Guests, Mid-Range\nUSD$\n 8,699\n-\nUSD$\n 30,939\nPer Person\nOcean Explorer\n8-20 Days, 11 Itineraries\n138 Guests, Mid-Range\nUSD$\n 10,641\n-\nUSD$\n 51,746\nPer Person\nUp to\n21%\nsavings\nMS Fridtjof Nansen\n12-18 Days, 4 Itineraries\n530 Guests, Luxury\nUSD$\n 10,003\n-\nUSD$\n 34,266\nPer Person\nUp to\n21%\nsavings\nMS Roald Amundsen\n12-18 Days, 5 Itineraries\n530 Guests, Luxury\nUSD$\n 10,848\n-\nUSD$\n 19,236\nPer Person\nUp to\n25%\nsavings\nMS Fram\n11-24 Days, 7 Itineraries\n318 Guests, Mid-Range\nUSD$\n 8,622\n-\nUSD$\n 44,192\nPer Person\nHondius\n8-19 Days, 11 Itineraries\n170 Guests, Authentic\nUSD$\n 2,450\n-\nUSD$\n 36,350\nPer Person\nPolar Cruise Reviews\nExpedition Cruise Guide\nEmbarking on an expedition cruise is not like planning a typical vacation. Such off-grid odysseys require a lot more preparation. In our complete Expedition Cruise Guide, we detail everything from the best travel seasons and wildlife calendars to packing lists, visa requirements, and physical fitness considerations.\nYou’ll find comparisons between ship styles, expert tips for photography, and advice on selecting the right itinerary for your interests. Consider this your compass to navigating the world of polar travel—practical, inspiring, and essential.","attrs_markdown":"![Antarctica Cruises](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/ant-logo-revised.png)\n\n[Cruises]()\n\n[Ships]()\n\n[Guide]()\n\n[Deals](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/deals)\n\n[Agents](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/b2b-travel-agency)\n\n[About](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/about)\n\n[Contact](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/contact)\n\n[\\+1.888.585.4780](tel:+18885854780)\n\n[English  USD]()\n\nCruises\n\nAntarctica\n\nArctic\n\nPatagonia\n\n[Back]()\n\nRoutes\n\n[![Small expedition tender by the iceberg](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/ANT-Antactic-Peninsula-Blue-Iceberg-Boat-Expedition-1.jpg) Antarctic Peninsula Cruise](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/antarctic-peninsula-cruise)\n\n[![Penguin with a cruise ship in the 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Earth\n\n![](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)\n\n[Antarctica](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/antarctica)\n\n![Two polar bears](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)\n\n[Arctic](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/arctic)\n\n![Guanaco In Patagonia](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)\n\n[Patagonia](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/patagonia)\n\n![](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)\n\n[Antarctica](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/antarctica)\n\n![Two polar bears](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)\n\n[Arctic](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/arctic)\n\n![Guanaco In Patagonia](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)\n\n[Patagonia](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/patagonia)\n\n###\nWatch The Video\n\nClose\n\n![Cruise ship sailing away into the ice covered sea](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI5NjAiIGhlaWdodD0iNTQwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)\n\n## Expedition Cruises\nUnlike traditional ocean or river cruises, expedition cruises are intimate, inimitable adventures by small-ship designed for flexible and active discovery at the edge of the world, voyages of immersion with like-minded explorers into Earth’s last great wildernesses.\n\nThough profoundly different in mood and form, each destination embodies the essence of expedition cruising: raw beauty, intimate wildlife encounters, and the thrill of exploring where few—if any—have ever been.\n\n[Find Your Expedition](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/trips)\n\n![](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Polar-Paradox-Featured_reup-960x540.jpg)\n\n## Expedition Cruises To Antarctica\nAntarctica is not simply a distant place on a map but a dream-like, pristine realm that rewrites the rules of reality. This is a land of paradoxes: a frozen desert teeming with life, a place so vast it feels like another planet, yet so intimately moving it changes all who visit. Towering tabular icebergs drift silently through steel-blue waters; glacier-fringed mountains glow in the midnight sun; and beneath the surface, a thriving marine world pulses with energy.\n\nWhether standing in the company of chinstrap penguins or kayaking past cathedral-like ice formations, you’ll come to realize Antarctica is less about where you go, and more about who you become in its presence.\n\n[Discover Antarctica](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/antarctica)\n\n![A close-up of a white harp seal pup with large dark eyes and a black nose, lying on snow.](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI5NjAiIGhlaWdodD0iNTQwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)\n\n## Expedition Cruises To The Arctic\nThe Arctic’s stark grandeur spans polar desert, fjord, and ice pack. Here, the northernmost reaches of our blue planet beckon with ephemeral beauty: dazzling polar skies swathed in auroral light, great white expanses where musk ox and polar bear roam, and ocean passages where narwhal and beluga weave through pack ice.\n\nVisits to remote communities tether you to human resilience and ancient ways, while the silence of frozen seas, broken only by crackling floes and the distant echo of calving glaciers, stirs something primal. Austerity transforms into warmth, humility, and inspiration to reveal a realm that exalts above all others in more ways than one.\n\n[Discover The Arctic](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/arctic)\n\n![Sealions in Patagonia](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI5NjAiIGhlaWdodD0iNTQwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)\n\n## Expedition Cruises To Patagonia\nAt the southern extremity of South America, Patagonia reveals a wild canvas of jagged peaks, glasslike lakes, and glaciers calving into cold Pacific waters. The air tastes of ancient stone and snowmelt; condors wheel above. Here, the Southern Hemisphere’s windiest landscapes cradle Magellanic penguins, guanacos, and Andean creatures adapted to life on the edge.\n\nTrekking across feather‑soft lenga forests into the shadow of granite towers awakens a reverence for the raw, unbridled power of nature. Whether tracing ancient indigenous paths or riding Zodiacs through channels edged with glacier-tongues, expect an immersion that’s at once visceral and transformational—landscapes and stories carved over millennia, alive with elemental beauty.\n\n[Discover Patagonia](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/patagonia)\n\n## Best-Selling Expedition Cruises\nSome journeys have earned their legendary status. Whether it’s a classic [Antarctic Peninsula voyage](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/antarctic-peninsula-cruise), an epic trip to [Antarctica via South Georgia and the Falklands](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/antarctica-falklands-south-georgia-cruise), or the Arctic odyssey tracing polar bear territory in [Svalbard](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/arctic\/svalbard-cruise), our best-selling expedition cruises have captured the hearts of thousands.\n\nThese itineraries plot popular paths through the planet’s most pristine places, and offer the perfect balance of comfort, accessibility, and immersion—curated, intrepid, once-in-a-lifetime journeys brimming with adventure.\n\n[![](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/AntarcticExplorer-Wildlife-Whale-ItineraryHero.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/classic-antarctica-air-cruise)\n\n### [Classic Antarctica Air-Cruise](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/classic-antarctica-air-cruise)\nLength: 8 Days\n\nShips: Magellan Explorer, Magellan Discoverer\n\nUSD\\$ 13,495 - USD\\$ 35,795\n\nPer Person\n\n[![](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/AE-Discoveringthe7thContinent-Penguin-Itinerary-Hero.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/antarctic-explorer-discovering-the-7th-continent)\n\n### [Antarctic Explorer: Discovering The 7th Continent](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/antarctic-explorer-discovering-the-7th-continent)\nLength: 11 Days, 12 Days\n\nShips: Ultramarine, Ocean Explorer, World Voyager\n\nUSD\\$ 13,116 - USD\\$ 39,361\n\nPer Person\n\nUp to 24% savings\n\n[![](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Falklands-White-sand-beach-reup-440x330.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/in-depth-antarctica-falklands-south-georgia-expedition)\n\n### [In-Depth Antarctica, Falklands & South Georgia Expedition](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/in-depth-antarctica-falklands-south-georgia-expedition)\nLength: 23 Days\n\nShips: MS Fram\n\nUSD\\$ 17,997 - USD\\$ 44,192\n\nPer Person\n\n[![](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Antartica-BaseCamp-Kayak-Itinerary.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/antarctica-basecamp)\n\n### [Antarctica - Basecamp](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/antarctica-basecamp)\nLength: 13 Days\n\nShips: Hondius, Plancius, Ortelius\n\nUSD\\$ 11,100 - USD\\$ 19,600\n\nPer Person\n\nUp to 14% savings\n\n[![](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Snowshoeing-damoyPoint-copia.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/antarctic-circle-expedition)\n\n### [Antarctic Circle Expedition (18D)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/antarctic-circle-expedition)\nLength: 16 Days, 18 Days\n\nShips: MS Fridtjof Nansen, MS Roald Amundsen\n\nUSD\\$ 13,118 - USD\\$ 19,236\n\nPer Person\n\n[![](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Gentoo-Penguin-1.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/antarctic-express-fly-the-drake)\n\n### [Antarctic Express: Fly The Drake](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/antarctic-express-fly-the-drake)\nLength: 8 Days\n\nShips: Ocean Explorer, World Voyager\n\nUSD\\$ 16,556 - USD\\$ 38,156\n\nPer Person\n\n[![](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Antarctic-Peninsula-in-Depth-Gentoo-Penguin-Itinerary.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/classic-antarctica)\n\n### [Classic Antarctica](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/classic-antarctica)\nLength: 10 Days, 11 Days\n\nShips: MV Ushuaia\n\nUSD\\$ 6,390 - USD\\$ 14,590\n\nPer Person\n\nUp to 20% savings\n\n[![](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Leopard-Seal-Iceberg.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/spirit-of-antarctica)\n\n### [Spirit of Antarctica](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/spirit-of-antarctica)\nLength: 12 Days\n\nShips: Douglas Mawson, Sylvia Earle, Greg Mortimer\n\nUSD\\$ 14,276 - USD\\$ 31,956\n\nPer Person\n\nUp to 9% savings\n\n[![](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Penguins-1.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/highlights-of-antarctica)\n\n### [Highlights of Antarctica](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/highlights-of-antarctica)\nLength: 12 Days\n\nShips: MS Fridtjof Nansen, MS Roald Amundsen\n\nUSD\\$ 10,003 - USD\\$ 16,748\n\nPer Person\n\nUp to 21% savings\n\n[![](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/antarctica-classic)\n\n### [Antarctica Classic](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/antarctica-classic)\nLength: 11 Days\n\nShips: MS Expedition\n\nUSD\\$ 8,699 - USD\\$ 16,109\n\nPer Person\n\nUp to 26% savings\n\n[![](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Penguin-Poseidon-440x330.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/best-of-the-southern-ocean)\n\n### [Best of the Southern Ocean](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/best-of-the-southern-ocean)\nLength: 19 Days\n\nShips: Sea Spirit\n\nUSD\\$ 16,195 - USD\\$ 27,795\n\nPer Person\n\n[![](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/falkland-islands-s-georgia-antarctica)\n\n### [Falkland Islands, S Georgia & Antarctica](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/falkland-islands-s-georgia-antarctica)\nLength: 20 Days\n\nShips: Ocean Albatros, Ocean Victory\n\nUSD\\$ 22,776 - USD\\$ 53,595\n\nPer Person\n\n[![](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/classic-antarctica-10d)\n\n### [Classic Antarctica (10D)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/classic-antarctica-10d)\nLength: 10 Days\n\nShips: St. Helena\n\nUSD\\$ 7,990 - USD\\$ 21,990\n\nPer Person\n\nUp to 26% savings\n\n[![](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/arctic-sights-and-northern-lights)\n\n### [Arctic Sights and Northern Lights](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/arctic-sights-and-northern-lights)\nLength: 12 Days\n\nShips: Sea Spirit\n\nUSD\\$ 6,296 - USD\\$ 19,495\n\nPer Person\n\nUp to 25% savings\n\n[![](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Whale-Migration_Aurora.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/spirit-of-antarctica-whale-migration)\n\n### [Spirit of Antarctica: Whale Migration](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/spirit-of-antarctica-whale-migration)\nLength: 11 Days\n\nShips: Sylvia Earle\n\nUSD\\$ 12,146 - USD\\$ 22,796\n\nPer Person\n\n[![](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/antarctica-whale-season)\n\n### [Antarctica Whale Season](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/antarctica-whale-season)\nLength: 9 Days\n\nShips: Ocean Nova\n\nUSD\\$ 9,452 - USD\\$ 10,396\n\nPer Person\n\n[![](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/antarctic-explorer-fly-sail-12d)\n\n### [Antarctic Explorer: Fly-Sail (12D)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/antarctic-explorer-fly-sail-12d)\nLength: 12 Days\n\nShips: Douglas Mawson\n\nUSD\\$ 16,316 - USD\\$ 26,995\n\nPer Person\n\n[![](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/falklands-south-georgia-valdes-peninsula)\n\n### [Falklands, South Georgia & Valdes Peninsula: In the Heart of the Wilderness](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/falklands-south-georgia-valdes-peninsula)\nLength: 20 Days\n\nShips: Le Lyrial\n\nUSD\\$ 19,070 - USD\\$ 45,500\n\nPer Person\n\n[![](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/weddell-sea-in-search-of-the-emperor-penguin-including-helicopters)\n\n### [Weddell Sea - In Search of the Emperor Penguin](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/weddell-sea-in-search-of-the-emperor-penguin-including-helicopters)\nLength: 11 Days\n\nShips: Ortelius\n\nUSD\\$ 13,450 - USD\\$ 17,950\n\nPer Person\n\n[![](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Waterfalls-Iceland-Lindblad.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/south-greenland-exploration-fjords-waterfalls-and-fishing-villages)\n\n### [South Greenland Exploration: Fjords, Waterfalls and Fishing Villages](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/south-greenland-exploration-fjords-waterfalls-and-fishing-villages)\nLength: 11 Days\n\nShips: National Geographic Explorer, National Geographic Endurance\n\nUSD\\$ 10,770 - USD\\$ 24,250\n\nPer Person\n\n[![](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/spitsbergen-realm-of-the-ice-bear-8d)\n\n### [Spitsbergen: Realm of the Ice Bear](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/spitsbergen-realm-of-the-ice-bear-8d)\nLength: 8 Days\n\nShips: Douglas Mawson, Greg Mortimer\n\nUSD\\$ 11,116 - USD\\$ 22,956\n\nPer Person\n\n[![](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/svalbard-summer-photo-tour)\n\n### [Svalbard Summer Photo Tour](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/svalbard-summer-photo-tour)\nLength: 10 Days\n\nShips: Vikingfjord\n\nUSD\\$ 19,000\n\nPer Person\n\n[![](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/northeast-iceland-explorer-aurora-borealis-hike-sail-incl-bus-back-up)\n\n### [Northeast Iceland Explorer , Aurora Borealis, Hike & Sail - Incl. Bus back up](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/northeast-iceland-explorer-aurora-borealis-hike-sail-incl-bus-back-up)\nLength: 7 Days\n\nShips: Rembrandt van Rijn\n\nUSD\\$ 4,250 - USD\\$ 5,250\n\nPer Person\n\n[![](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/arctic-highlights-southbound)\n\n### [Arctic Highlights Southbound](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/arctic-highlights-southbound)\nLength: 15 Days\n\nShips: MS Expedition, MS Expedition (Old)\n\nUSD\\$ 8,797 - USD\\$ 14,749\n\nPer Person\n\n[![](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/EssentialPatagonia-TuckerIslets-Sea-Lions-Itinerary-Hero.jpg.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/essential-patagonia-chilean-fjords-and-torres-del-paine)\n\n### [Essential Patagonia: Chilean Fjords & Torres del Paine](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/essential-patagonia-chilean-fjords-and-torres-del-paine)\nLength: 15 Days\n\nShips: Ultramarine\n\nUSD\\$ 14,071 - USD\\$ 31,981\n\nPer Person\n\n[Find Your Expedition](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/trips)\n\n## The Expedition Cruise Experience\nEvery expedition begins with a calling. My own began years ago—not with a compass, but with a question: What does it mean to truly experience the ends of the Earth? I founded Antarctica Cruises to help people connect with the world in its rawest, purest forms.\n\nThe polar regions and Patagonia remain some of the last true wildernesses—places where silence echoes, wildlife reigns, and nature still remains untamed by mankind. Our mission is simple: to share these places with those who seek meaningful adventure, to educate and advocate for their preservation, ensuring every journey leaves an indelible impression on both heart and mind.\n\n![Jeremy Clubb, Antarctica Cruises' Founder & Director](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSIxMDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMTAwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)\n\nJeremy Clubb\n\nFounder & Director\n\n![A seal barks from atop an ice floe during a sunset over a sea filled with chunks of ice.](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Guide-To-The-Seals-Of-The-Arctic-Conservation-1.jpg) ![An Atlantic Puffin with a colorful beak holds a small stick, silhouetted against a bright orange sunset.](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Arctic-Puffin-Using-Tools.jpg)\n\n![Passengers in a zodiac during snowfall](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Antarctica-Guides-Optional-Adventure-Zodiak.jpg)\n\n### Explore With Experts\nExpedition cruising is defined not only by where you travel—but with whom. Each voyage is led by a team of hand-selected experts: glaciologists, ornithologists, marine biologists, polar historians, and local guides whose life work has been dedicated to understanding these remote corners of the world.\n\nThey lead excursions, deliver lectures, and bring scientific insight to every sighting—from the patterns in an iceberg to the behavior of a seal colony. It’s a masterclass in exploration, where learning is constant and discovery, inevitable.\n\n![](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)\n\n### Meet The Locals\nFrom the thunderous crash of a breaching humpback whale to the curious gaze of a waddling penguin, wildlife in the polar regions is both abundant and unafraid. In the Southern Ocean, you’ll share shores with elephant seals and colonies of Adélie, gentoo, and emperor penguins. In the Arctic, gaze across sea ice for polar bears on the prowl or watch a pod of belugas slice through frigid waters.\n\nPatagonia, too, offers encounters with majestic condors, elusive pumas, and playful sea lions. Far from zoo-like sightings, these are wildlife encounters that will steal your breath and your heart, moments of mutual recognition between you and the wild, fleeting and unforgettable.\n\n![Black and white photo of five male Antarctic explorers in heavy winter gear, three standing and two sitting, with flags behind them.](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)\n\n### Follow In Their Footsteps\nThe polar regions are hallowed ground for the adventurous soul, where legendary explorers once carved paths through the ice. Trace the icy wake of Shackleton, whose heroic voyage in the Endurance has become expedition lore. Visit preserved huts used by Scott, Amundsen, and Mawson during the Heroic Age of Antarctic Exploration—time capsules of courage, grit, and fortitude.\n\nIn the Arctic, reflect on the journeys of Franklin and Nansen as you pass through legendary waterways like the Northwest Passage, or ponder the pioneering voyages of explorers like Magellan and Moreno in Patagonia as you traverse its majestic glacial waterways. To travel here is to join a centuries-old lineage of those who dared to go further.\n\n![A Gentoo penguin sits on a rocky nest with a large cruise ship and snow-covered mountains in the background](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)\n\n### The Essence of Expedition Cruising\nExpedition cruising defies traditional travel logic. There are no fixed ports, no pre-planned sightseeing. Instead, every day is dictated by weather, wildlife, and opportunity. No itinerary. No clock. Just the call of the wild. One morning might bring an unexpected whale pod at dawn; another, a perfect landing spot unveiled by retreating fog.\n\nYour captain and expedition leader work in real-time to shape the journey, responding to ice conditions and wildlife sightings with flexibility and finesse. It’s travel at its most spontaneous and rewarding—a true voyage of discovery where nature writes the script.\n\n![An adult Emperor penguin with a yellow patch on its neck stands tall among a group of fluffy grey chicks on snow](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)\n\n### Becoming an Ambassador\nFew return from an expedition cruise unchanged. To stand amid melting glaciers or witness a mother penguin feeding her chick is to confront both nature’s grandeur and its fragility. Our expeditions don’t just show you the planet, but also ask what role you’ll play in protecting it.\n\nLearn from onboard experts about climate change, conservation, and indigenous knowledge. Then return home not just as a traveler, but as a steward—a polar ambassador committed to preserving these far-flung, wild frontiers for their own sake, and for future generations.\n\n## Expedition Cruise Ships\nOur expedition cruise vessels are built for extremes but designed for experience, combining the latest in polar technology with thoughtful, low-impact design. Small in size but mighty in capability, these ships can navigate narrow fjords, [break through sea ice](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/arctic\/icebreaker), and explore uncharted waters where larger vessels cannot go.\n\nOn board, you’ll find expert lecture rooms, Zodiac embarkation points, observation decks, and comfortable quarters. Some ships feature science labs, wellness spaces, or luxury touches—but all are united by a single purpose: getting you safely and sustainably to the world’s most remote destinations.\n\n[![](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Ocean-Albatros-Hero-copia.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/ocean-albatros)\n\n### [Ocean Albatros](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/ocean-albatros)\n8-23 Days, 10 Itineraries\n\n175 Guests, Mid-Range\n\nUSD\\$ 6,972 - USD\\$ 331,956\n\nPer Person\n\n[![](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/ULTRAMARINE-QUARK.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/ultramarine)\n\n### [Ultramarine](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/ultramarine)\n11-23 Days, 12 Itineraries\n\n199 Guests, Luxury\n\nUSD\\$ 9,371 - USD\\$ 86,521\n\nPer Person\n\nUp to 20% savings\n\n[![](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Greg-Mortimer-Ship.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/greg-mortimer)\n\n### [Greg Mortimer](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/greg-mortimer)\n8-29 Days, 12 Itineraries\n\n132 Guests, Mid-Range\n\nUSD\\$ 11,116 - USD\\$ 83,916\n\nPer Person\n\n[![](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ocean-victory-1.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/ocean-victory)\n\n### [Ocean Victory](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/ocean-victory)\n10-20 Days, 7 Itineraries\n\n189 Guests, Mid-Range\n\nUSD\\$ 6,545 - USD\\$ 53,595\n\nPer Person\n\nUp to 25% savings\n\n[![](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/SYLVIA-EARLE-EXTERIOR.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/sylvia-earle)\n\n### [Sylvia Earle](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/sylvia-earle)\n8-23 Days, 18 Itineraries\n\n132 Guests, Mid-Range\n\nUSD\\$ 11,516 - USD\\$ 71,395\n\nPer Person\n\n[![Magellan Explorer Cruise](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Magellan-Explorer-Ship.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/magellan-explorer)\n\n### [Magellan Explorer](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/magellan-explorer)\n6-20 Days, 9 Itineraries\n\n96 Guests, Mid-Range\n\nUSD\\$ 4,995 - USD\\$ 38,995\n\nPer Person\n\nUp to 21% savings\n\n[![](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/New-Expedition-Ship-Antarctica-Icebergs-2025.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/expedition)\n\n### [MS Expedition](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/expedition)\n11-22 Days, 8 Itineraries\n\n128 Guests, Mid-Range\n\nUSD\\$ 8,699 - USD\\$ 30,939\n\nPer Person\n\n[![](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/OE-Quark.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/ocean-explorer)\n\n### [Ocean Explorer](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/ocean-explorer)\n8-20 Days, 11 Itineraries\n\n138 Guests, Mid-Range\n\nUSD\\$ 10,641 - USD\\$ 51,746\n\nPer Person\n\nUp to 21% savings\n\n[![](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/MS_Fridtjof_Nansen-19.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/fridtjof-nansen)\n\n### [MS Fridtjof Nansen](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/fridtjof-nansen)\n12-18 Days, 4 Itineraries\n\n530 Guests, Luxury\n\nUSD\\$ 10,003 - USD\\$ 34,266\n\nPer Person\n\nUp to 21% savings\n\n[![](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/MS_Roald_Amundsen-3.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/roald-amundsen)\n\n### [MS Roald Amundsen](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/roald-amundsen)\n12-18 Days, 5 Itineraries\n\n530 Guests, Luxury\n\nUSD\\$ 10,848 - USD\\$ 19,236\n\nPer Person\n\nUp to 25% savings\n\n[![](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Svalbard_Magdalene_Fjord_MS_Fram_HX_48862_Photo_Yuri_Choufour-scaled.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/fram)\n\n### [MS Fram](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/fram)\n11-24 Days, 7 Itineraries\n\n318 Guests, Mid-Range\n\nUSD\\$ 8,622 - USD\\$ 44,192\n\nPer Person\n\n[![](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Hondius-Ship-Hero.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/hondius)\n\n### [Hondius](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/hondius)\n8-19 Days, 11 Itineraries\n\n170 Guests, Authentic\n\nUSD\\$ 2,450 - USD\\$ 36,350\n\nPer Person\n\n[View All Ships](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/trips?viewType=search-ships)\n## Polar Cruise Reviews\n## Expedition Cruise Guide\nEmbarking on an expedition cruise is not like planning a typical vacation. Such off-grid odysseys require a lot more preparation. In our complete Expedition Cruise Guide, we detail everything from the best travel seasons and wildlife calendars to packing lists, visa requirements, and physical fitness considerations.\n\nYou’ll find comparisons between ship styles, expert tips for photography, and advice on selecting the right itinerary for your interests. Consider this your compass to navigating the world of polar travel—practical, inspiring, and essential.\n\n[![An antique map shows the Arctic Ocean centered around the North Pole, with labeled basins, ridges, and historical exploration routes.](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Artic-Expeditions.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/guide\/famous-polar-expeditions)\n\n### [10 Most Famous Arctic & Antarctic Expeditions of All Time](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/guide\/famous-polar-expeditions)\nMay 14th, 2025\n\n[![A drone shot of a pod of beluga whales swimming in a dark, cold ocean with chunks of floating ice.](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Guide-To-Arctic-Whales-Featured.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/guide\/arctic-whales)\n\n### [A Guide To Arctic Whales & Whalewatching On An Arctic Cruise](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/guide\/arctic-whales)\nSeptember 3rd, 2025\n\n[![Ice berg in the South Pole](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/guide\/amundsen-and-scott-race-to-the-south-pole)\n\n### [Amundsen & Scott: The Race To The South Pole & Its Discovery](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/guide\/amundsen-and-scott-race-to-the-south-pole)\nJune 12th, 2025\n\n[![](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/guide\/most-inhospitable-travel-destinations-in-the-world)\n\n### [The Most Inhospitable Travel Destinations In The World](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/guide\/most-inhospitable-travel-destinations-in-the-world)\nMay 27th, 2025\n\n[![](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Patagonia-Cruise-An-Antarctica-Alternative-Or-Ideal-Add-On-440x330.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/guide\/patagonia-vs-antarctica-cruise)\n\n### [Patagonia Cruise: An Antarctica Alternative Or Ideal Add-On?](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/guide\/patagonia-vs-antarctica-cruise)\nMarch 26th, 2026\n\n[![](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/guide\/cape-horn-history)\n\n### [Cape Horn: Conquering the “End of the Earth”](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/guide\/cape-horn-history)\nMarch 26th, 2026\n\n[![Ships bow bell](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Antarctica-Guides-Day-Bell.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/guide\/a-day-in-antarctica-what-to-expect-on-an-antarctic-cruise)\n\n### [A Day In Antarctica: What to Expect On An Antarctic Cruise](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/guide\/a-day-in-antarctica-what-to-expect-on-an-antarctic-cruise)\nJune 4th, 2025\n\n[View The Guide](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/guide)\n\n## Ready for the adventure of a lifetime?\nGet in touch with us via phone or form today and you’ll be assigned a dedicated polar specialist who’ll be with you every step of the way to help you choose, book and plan the right Arctic or Antarctica cruise for you. 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This is a land of paradoxes: a frozen desert teeming with life, a place so vast it feels like another planet, yet so intimately moving it changes all who visit. Towering tabular icebergs drift silently through steel-blue waters; glacier-fringed mountains glow in the midnight sun; and beneath the surface, a thriving marine world pulses with energy.\n\nWhether standing in the company of chinstrap penguins or kayaking past cathedral-like ice formations, you’ll come to realize Antarctica is less about where you go, and more about who you become in its presence.\n\n![A close-up of a white harp seal pup with large dark eyes and a black nose, lying on snow.](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI5NjAiIGhlaWdodD0iNTQwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)\n\n## Expedition Cruises To The Arctic\nThe Arctic’s stark grandeur spans polar desert, fjord, and ice pack. Here, the northernmost reaches of our blue planet beckon with ephemeral beauty: dazzling polar skies swathed in auroral light, great white expanses where musk ox and polar bear roam, and ocean passages where narwhal and beluga weave through pack ice.\n\nVisits to remote communities tether you to human resilience and ancient ways, while the silence of frozen seas, broken only by crackling floes and the distant echo of calving glaciers, stirs something primal. Austerity transforms into warmth, humility, and inspiration to reveal a realm that exalts above all others in more ways than one.\n\n![Sealions in Patagonia](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI5NjAiIGhlaWdodD0iNTQwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)\n\n## Expedition Cruises To Patagonia\nAt the southern extremity of South America, Patagonia reveals a wild canvas of jagged peaks, glasslike lakes, and glaciers calving into cold Pacific waters. The air tastes of ancient stone and snowmelt; condors wheel above. Here, the Southern Hemisphere’s windiest landscapes cradle Magellanic penguins, guanacos, and Andean creatures adapted to life on the edge.\n\nTrekking across feather‑soft lenga forests into the shadow of granite towers awakens a reverence for the raw, unbridled power of nature. Whether tracing ancient indigenous paths or riding Zodiacs through channels edged with glacier-tongues, expect an immersion that’s at once visceral and transformational—landscapes and stories carved over millennia, alive with elemental beauty.\n\n## Best-Selling Expedition Cruises\nSome journeys have earned their legendary status. Whether it’s a classic [Antarctic Peninsula voyage](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/antarctic-peninsula-cruise), an epic trip to [Antarctica via South Georgia and the Falklands](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/antarctica-falklands-south-georgia-cruise), or the Arctic odyssey tracing polar bear territory in [Svalbard](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/arctic\/svalbard-cruise), our best-selling expedition cruises have captured the hearts of thousands.\n\nThese itineraries plot popular paths through the planet’s most pristine places, and offer the perfect balance of comfort, accessibility, and immersion—curated, intrepid, once-in-a-lifetime journeys brimming with adventure.\n\n[![](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Antartica-BaseCamp-Kayak-Itinerary.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/antarctica-basecamp)\n\n### [Antarctica - Basecamp](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/antarctica-basecamp)\nLength: 13 Days\n\nShips: Hondius, Plancius, Ortelius\n\nUSD\\$ 11,100 - USD\\$ 19,600\n\nPer Person\n\n[![](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Antarctic-Peninsula-in-Depth-Gentoo-Penguin-Itinerary.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/classic-antarctica)\n\n### [Classic Antarctica](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/classic-antarctica)\nLength: 10 Days, 11 Days\n\nShips: MV Ushuaia\n\nUSD\\$ 6,390 - USD\\$ 14,590\n\nPer Person\n\nUp to 20% savings\n\n[![](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Leopard-Seal-Iceberg.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/spirit-of-antarctica)\n\n### [Spirit of Antarctica](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/spirit-of-antarctica)\nLength: 12 Days\n\nShips: Douglas Mawson, Sylvia Earle, Greg Mortimer\n\nUSD\\$ 14,276 - USD\\$ 31,956\n\nPer Person\n\nUp to 9% savings\n\n[![](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Penguins-1.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/highlights-of-antarctica)\n\n### [Highlights of Antarctica](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/highlights-of-antarctica)\nLength: 12 Days\n\nShips: MS Fridtjof Nansen, MS Roald Amundsen\n\nUSD\\$ 10,003 - USD\\$ 16,748\n\nPer Person\n\nUp to 21% savings\n\n[![](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/antarctica-classic)\n\n### [Antarctica Classic](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/antarctica-classic)\nLength: 11 Days\n\nShips: MS Expedition\n\nUSD\\$ 8,699 - USD\\$ 16,109\n\nPer Person\n\n[![](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/falklands-south-georgia-valdes-peninsula)\n\n[![](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/itineraries\/northeast-iceland-explorer-aurora-borealis-hike-sail-incl-bus-back-up)\n\n## The Expedition Cruise Experience\nEvery expedition begins with a calling. My own began years ago—not with a compass, but with a question: What does it mean to truly experience the ends of the Earth? I founded Antarctica Cruises to help people connect with the world in its rawest, purest forms.\n\nThe polar regions and Patagonia remain some of the last true wildernesses—places where silence echoes, wildlife reigns, and nature still remains untamed by mankind. Our mission is simple: to share these places with those who seek meaningful adventure, to educate and advocate for their preservation, ensuring every journey leaves an indelible impression on both heart and mind.\n\n![Jeremy Clubb, Antarctica Cruises' Founder & Director](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSIxMDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMTAwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)\n\nJeremy Clubb\n\nFounder & Director\n\n![A seal barks from atop an ice floe during a sunset over a sea filled with chunks of ice.](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Guide-To-The-Seals-Of-The-Arctic-Conservation-1.jpg) ![An Atlantic Puffin with a colorful beak holds a small stick, silhouetted against a bright orange sunset.](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Arctic-Puffin-Using-Tools.jpg)\n\n![Passengers in a zodiac during snowfall](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Antarctica-Guides-Optional-Adventure-Zodiak.jpg)\n\n### Explore With Experts\nExpedition cruising is defined not only by where you travel—but with whom. Each voyage is led by a team of hand-selected experts: glaciologists, ornithologists, marine biologists, polar historians, and local guides whose life work has been dedicated to understanding these remote corners of the world.\n\nThey lead excursions, deliver lectures, and bring scientific insight to every sighting—from the patterns in an iceberg to the behavior of a seal colony. It’s a masterclass in exploration, where learning is constant and discovery, inevitable.\n\n![](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)\n\n### Meet The Locals\nFrom the thunderous crash of a breaching humpback whale to the curious gaze of a waddling penguin, wildlife in the polar regions is both abundant and unafraid. In the Southern Ocean, you’ll share shores with elephant seals and colonies of Adélie, gentoo, and emperor penguins. In the Arctic, gaze across sea ice for polar bears on the prowl or watch a pod of belugas slice through frigid waters.\n\nPatagonia, too, offers encounters with majestic condors, elusive pumas, and playful sea lions. Far from zoo-like sightings, these are wildlife encounters that will steal your breath and your heart, moments of mutual recognition between you and the wild, fleeting and unforgettable.\n\n![Black and white photo of five male Antarctic explorers in heavy winter gear, three standing and two sitting, with flags behind them.](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)\n\n### Follow In Their Footsteps\nThe polar regions are hallowed ground for the adventurous soul, where legendary explorers once carved paths through the ice. Trace the icy wake of Shackleton, whose heroic voyage in the Endurance has become expedition lore. Visit preserved huts used by Scott, Amundsen, and Mawson during the Heroic Age of Antarctic Exploration—time capsules of courage, grit, and fortitude.\n\nIn the Arctic, reflect on the journeys of Franklin and Nansen as you pass through legendary waterways like the Northwest Passage, or ponder the pioneering voyages of explorers like Magellan and Moreno in Patagonia as you traverse its majestic glacial waterways. To travel here is to join a centuries-old lineage of those who dared to go further.\n\n![A Gentoo penguin sits on a rocky nest with a large cruise ship and snow-covered mountains in the background](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)\n\n### The Essence of Expedition Cruising\nExpedition cruising defies traditional travel logic. There are no fixed ports, no pre-planned sightseeing. Instead, every day is dictated by weather, wildlife, and opportunity. No itinerary. No clock. Just the call of the wild. One morning might bring an unexpected whale pod at dawn; another, a perfect landing spot unveiled by retreating fog.\n\nYour captain and expedition leader work in real-time to shape the journey, responding to ice conditions and wildlife sightings with flexibility and finesse. It’s travel at its most spontaneous and rewarding—a true voyage of discovery where nature writes the script.\n\n![An adult Emperor penguin with a yellow patch on its neck stands tall among a group of fluffy grey chicks on snow](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)\n\n### Becoming an Ambassador\nFew return from an expedition cruise unchanged. To stand amid melting glaciers or witness a mother penguin feeding her chick is to confront both nature’s grandeur and its fragility. Our expeditions don’t just show you the planet, but also ask what role you’ll play in protecting it.\n\nLearn from onboard experts about climate change, conservation, and indigenous knowledge. Then return home not just as a traveler, but as a steward—a polar ambassador committed to preserving these far-flung, wild frontiers for their own sake, and for future generations.\n\n## Expedition Cruise Ships\nOur expedition cruise vessels are built for extremes but designed for experience, combining the latest in polar technology with thoughtful, low-impact design. Small in size but mighty in capability, these ships can navigate narrow fjords, [break through sea ice](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/arctic\/icebreaker), and explore uncharted waters where larger vessels cannot go.\n\nOn board, you’ll find expert lecture rooms, Zodiac embarkation points, observation decks, and comfortable quarters. Some ships feature science labs, wellness spaces, or luxury touches—but all are united by a single purpose: getting you safely and sustainably to the world’s most remote destinations.\n\n[![](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Ocean-Albatros-Hero-copia.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/ocean-albatros)\n\n### [Ocean Albatros](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/ocean-albatros)\n8-23 Days, 10 Itineraries\n\n175 Guests, Mid-Range\n\nUSD\\$ 6,972 - USD\\$ 331,956\n\nPer Person\n\n[![](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/ULTRAMARINE-QUARK.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/ultramarine)\n\n### [Ultramarine](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/ultramarine)\n11-23 Days, 12 Itineraries\n\n199 Guests, Luxury\n\nUSD\\$ 9,371 - USD\\$ 86,521\n\nPer Person\n\nUp to 20% savings\n\n[![](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Greg-Mortimer-Ship.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/greg-mortimer)\n\n### [Greg Mortimer](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/greg-mortimer)\n8-29 Days, 12 Itineraries\n\n132 Guests, Mid-Range\n\nUSD\\$ 11,116 - USD\\$ 83,916\n\nPer Person\n\n[![](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ocean-victory-1.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/ocean-victory)\n\n### [Ocean Victory](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/ocean-victory)\n10-20 Days, 7 Itineraries\n\n189 Guests, Mid-Range\n\nUSD\\$ 6,545 - USD\\$ 53,595\n\nPer Person\n\nUp to 25% savings\n\n[![](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/SYLVIA-EARLE-EXTERIOR.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/sylvia-earle)\n\n### [Sylvia Earle](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/sylvia-earle)\n8-23 Days, 18 Itineraries\n\n132 Guests, Mid-Range\n\nUSD\\$ 11,516 - USD\\$ 71,395\n\nPer Person\n\n[![Magellan Explorer Cruise](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Magellan-Explorer-Ship.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/magellan-explorer)\n\n### [Magellan Explorer](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/magellan-explorer)\n6-20 Days, 9 Itineraries\n\n96 Guests, Mid-Range\n\nUSD\\$ 4,995 - USD\\$ 38,995\n\nPer Person\n\nUp to 21% savings\n\n[![](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/New-Expedition-Ship-Antarctica-Icebergs-2025.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/expedition)\n\n### [MS Expedition](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/expedition)\n11-22 Days, 8 Itineraries\n\n128 Guests, Mid-Range\n\nUSD\\$ 8,699 - USD\\$ 30,939\n\nPer Person\n\n[![](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/OE-Quark.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/ocean-explorer)\n\n### [Ocean Explorer](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/ocean-explorer)\n8-20 Days, 11 Itineraries\n\n138 Guests, Mid-Range\n\nUSD\\$ 10,641 - USD\\$ 51,746\n\nPer Person\n\nUp to 21% savings\n\n[![](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/MS_Fridtjof_Nansen-19.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/fridtjof-nansen)\n\n### [MS Fridtjof Nansen](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/fridtjof-nansen)\n12-18 Days, 4 Itineraries\n\n530 Guests, Luxury\n\nUSD\\$ 10,003 - USD\\$ 34,266\n\nPer Person\n\nUp to 21% savings\n\n[![](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/MS_Roald_Amundsen-3.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/roald-amundsen)\n\n### [MS Roald Amundsen](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/roald-amundsen)\n12-18 Days, 5 Itineraries\n\n530 Guests, Luxury\n\nUSD\\$ 10,848 - USD\\$ 19,236\n\nPer Person\n\nUp to 25% savings\n\n[![](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Svalbard_Magdalene_Fjord_MS_Fram_HX_48862_Photo_Yuri_Choufour-scaled.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/fram)\n\n### [MS Fram](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/fram)\n11-24 Days, 7 Itineraries\n\n318 Guests, Mid-Range\n\nUSD\\$ 8,622 - USD\\$ 44,192\n\nPer Person\n\n[![](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Hondius-Ship-Hero.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/hondius)\n\n### [Hondius](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/ships\/hondius)\n8-19 Days, 11 Itineraries\n\n170 Guests, Authentic\n\nUSD\\$ 2,450 - USD\\$ 36,350\n\nPer Person\n\nPolar Cruise Reviews\n\n## Expedition Cruise Guide\nEmbarking on an expedition cruise is not like planning a typical vacation. Such off-grid odysseys require a lot more preparation. In our complete Expedition Cruise Guide, we detail everything from the best travel seasons and wildlife calendars to packing lists, visa requirements, and physical fitness considerations.\n\nYou’ll find comparisons between ship styles, expert tips for photography, and advice on selecting the right itinerary for your interests. Consider this your compass to navigating the world of polar travel—practical, inspiring, and essential.\n\n[![An antique map shows the Arctic Ocean centered around the North Pole, with labeled basins, ridges, and historical exploration routes.](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Artic-Expeditions.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/guide\/famous-polar-expeditions)\n\n[![A drone shot of a pod of beluga whales swimming in a dark, cold ocean with chunks of floating ice.](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Guide-To-Arctic-Whales-Featured.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/guide\/arctic-whales)\n\n[![Ice berg in the South Pole](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/guide\/amundsen-and-scott-race-to-the-south-pole)\n\n[![](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/guide\/most-inhospitable-travel-destinations-in-the-world)\n\n[![](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Patagonia-Cruise-An-Antarctica-Alternative-Or-Ideal-Add-On-440x330.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/guide\/patagonia-vs-antarctica-cruise)\n\n[![](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/guide\/cape-horn-history)\n\n[![Ships bow bell](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Antarctica-Guides-Day-Bell.jpg)](https:\/\/www.antarcticacruises.com\/guide\/a-day-in-antarctica-what-to-expect-on-an-antarctic-cruise)","meta_canonical":null}

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Boilerpipe Text	Voyages To The Ends Of The Earth Expedition Cruises Unlike traditional ocean or river cruises, expedition cruises are intimate, inimitable adventures by small-ship designed for flexible and active discovery at the edge of the world, voyages of immersion with like-minded explorers into Earth’s last great wildernesses. Though profoundly different in mood and form, each destination embodies the essence of expedition cruising: raw beauty, intimate wildlife encounters, and the thrill of exploring where few—if any—have ever been. Expedition Cruises To Antarctica Antarctica is not simply a distant place on a map but a dream-like, pristine realm that rewrites the rules of reality. This is a land of paradoxes: a frozen desert teeming with life, a place so vast it feels like another planet, yet so intimately moving it changes all who visit. Towering tabular icebergs drift silently through steel-blue waters; glacier-fringed mountains glow in the midnight sun; and beneath the surface, a thriving marine world pulses with energy. Whether standing in the company of chinstrap penguins or kayaking past cathedral-like ice formations, you’ll come to realize Antarctica is less about where you go, and more about who you become in its presence. Expedition Cruises To The Arctic The Arctic’s stark grandeur spans polar desert, fjord, and ice pack. Here, the northernmost reaches of our blue planet beckon with ephemeral beauty: dazzling polar skies swathed in auroral light, great white expanses where musk ox and polar bear roam, and ocean passages where narwhal and beluga weave through pack ice. Visits to remote communities tether you to human resilience and ancient ways, while the silence of frozen seas, broken only by crackling floes and the distant echo of calving glaciers, stirs something primal. Austerity transforms into warmth, humility, and inspiration to reveal a realm that exalts above all others in more ways than one. Expedition Cruises To Patagonia At the southern extremity of South America, Patagonia reveals a wild canvas of jagged peaks, glasslike lakes, and glaciers calving into cold Pacific waters. The air tastes of ancient stone and snowmelt; condors wheel above. Here, the Southern Hemisphere’s windiest landscapes cradle Magellanic penguins, guanacos, and Andean creatures adapted to life on the edge. Trekking across feather‑soft lenga forests into the shadow of granite towers awakens a reverence for the raw, unbridled power of nature. Whether tracing ancient indigenous paths or riding Zodiacs through channels edged with glacier-tongues, expect an immersion that’s at once visceral and transformational—landscapes and stories carved over millennia, alive with elemental beauty. Best-Selling Expedition Cruises Some journeys have earned their legendary status. Whether it’s a classic Antarctic Peninsula voyage , an epic trip to Antarctica via South Georgia and the Falklands , or the Arctic odyssey tracing polar bear territory in Svalbard , our best-selling expedition cruises have captured the hearts of thousands. These itineraries plot popular paths through the planet’s most pristine places, and offer the perfect balance of comfort, accessibility, and immersion—curated, intrepid, once-in-a-lifetime journeys brimming with adventure. Antarctica - Basecamp Length: 13 Days Ships: Hondius, Plancius, Ortelius USD$ 11,100 - USD$ 19,600 Per Person Classic Antarctica Length: 10 Days, 11 Days Ships: MV Ushuaia USD$ 6,390 - USD$ 14,590 Per Person Up to 20% savings Spirit of Antarctica Length: 12 Days Ships: Douglas Mawson, Sylvia Earle, Greg Mortimer USD$ 14,276 - USD$ 31,956 Per Person Up to 9% savings Highlights of Antarctica Length: 12 Days Ships: MS Fridtjof Nansen, MS Roald Amundsen USD$ 10,003 - USD$ 16,748 Per Person Up to 21% savings Antarctica Classic Length: 11 Days Ships: MS Expedition USD$ 8,699 - USD$ 16,109 Per Person The Expedition Cruise Experience Every expedition begins with a calling. My own began years ago—not with a compass, but with a question: What does it mean to truly experience the ends of the Earth? I founded Antarctica Cruises to help people connect with the world in its rawest, purest forms. The polar regions and Patagonia remain some of the last true wildernesses—places where silence echoes, wildlife reigns, and nature still remains untamed by mankind. Our mission is simple: to share these places with those who seek meaningful adventure, to educate and advocate for their preservation, ensuring every journey leaves an indelible impression on both heart and mind. Jeremy Clubb Founder & Director Explore With Experts Expedition cruising is defined not only by where you travel—but with whom. Each voyage is led by a team of hand-selected experts: glaciologists, ornithologists, marine biologists, polar historians, and local guides whose life work has been dedicated to understanding these remote corners of the world. They lead excursions, deliver lectures, and bring scientific insight to every sighting—from the patterns in an iceberg to the behavior of a seal colony. It’s a masterclass in exploration, where learning is constant and discovery, inevitable. Meet The Locals From the thunderous crash of a breaching humpback whale to the curious gaze of a waddling penguin, wildlife in the polar regions is both abundant and unafraid. In the Southern Ocean, you’ll share shores with elephant seals and colonies of Adélie, gentoo, and emperor penguins. In the Arctic, gaze across sea ice for polar bears on the prowl or watch a pod of belugas slice through frigid waters. Patagonia, too, offers encounters with majestic condors, elusive pumas, and playful sea lions. Far from zoo-like sightings, these are wildlife encounters that will steal your breath and your heart, moments of mutual recognition between you and the wild, fleeting and unforgettable. Follow In Their Footsteps The polar regions are hallowed ground for the adventurous soul, where legendary explorers once carved paths through the ice. Trace the icy wake of Shackleton, whose heroic voyage in the Endurance has become expedition lore. Visit preserved huts used by Scott, Amundsen, and Mawson during the Heroic Age of Antarctic Exploration—time capsules of courage, grit, and fortitude. In the Arctic, reflect on the journeys of Franklin and Nansen as you pass through legendary waterways like the Northwest Passage, or ponder the pioneering voyages of explorers like Magellan and Moreno in Patagonia as you traverse its majestic glacial waterways. To travel here is to join a centuries-old lineage of those who dared to go further. The Essence of Expedition Cruising Expedition cruising defies traditional travel logic. There are no fixed ports, no pre-planned sightseeing. Instead, every day is dictated by weather, wildlife, and opportunity. No itinerary. No clock. Just the call of the wild. One morning might bring an unexpected whale pod at dawn; another, a perfect landing spot unveiled by retreating fog. Your captain and expedition leader work in real-time to shape the journey, responding to ice conditions and wildlife sightings with flexibility and finesse. It’s travel at its most spontaneous and rewarding—a true voyage of discovery where nature writes the script. Becoming an Ambassador Few return from an expedition cruise unchanged. To stand amid melting glaciers or witness a mother penguin feeding her chick is to confront both nature’s grandeur and its fragility. Our expeditions don’t just show you the planet, but also ask what role you’ll play in protecting it. Learn from onboard experts about climate change, conservation, and indigenous knowledge. Then return home not just as a traveler, but as a steward—a polar ambassador committed to preserving these far-flung, wild frontiers for their own sake, and for future generations. Expedition Cruise Ships Our expedition cruise vessels are built for extremes but designed for experience, combining the latest in polar technology with thoughtful, low-impact design. Small in size but mighty in capability, these ships can navigate narrow fjords, break through sea ice , and explore uncharted waters where larger vessels cannot go. On board, you’ll find expert lecture rooms, Zodiac embarkation points, observation decks, and comfortable quarters. Some ships feature science labs, wellness spaces, or luxury touches—but all are united by a single purpose: getting you safely and sustainably to the world’s most remote destinations. Ocean Albatros 8-23 Days, 10 Itineraries 175 Guests, Mid-Range USD$ 6,972 - USD$ 331,956 Per Person Ultramarine 11-23 Days, 12 Itineraries 199 Guests, Luxury USD$ 9,371 - USD$ 86,521 Per Person Up to 20% savings Greg Mortimer 8-29 Days, 12 Itineraries 132 Guests, Mid-Range USD$ 11,116 - USD$ 83,916 Per Person Ocean Victory 10-20 Days, 7 Itineraries 189 Guests, Mid-Range USD$ 6,545 - USD$ 53,595 Per Person Up to 25% savings Sylvia Earle 8-23 Days, 18 Itineraries 132 Guests, Mid-Range USD$ 11,516 - USD$ 71,395 Per Person Magellan Explorer 6-20 Days, 9 Itineraries 96 Guests, Mid-Range USD$ 4,995 - USD$ 38,995 Per Person Up to 21% savings MS Expedition 11-22 Days, 8 Itineraries 128 Guests, Mid-Range USD$ 8,699 - USD$ 30,939 Per Person Ocean Explorer 8-20 Days, 11 Itineraries 138 Guests, Mid-Range USD$ 10,641 - USD$ 51,746 Per Person Up to 21% savings MS Fridtjof Nansen 12-18 Days, 4 Itineraries 530 Guests, Luxury USD$ 10,003 - USD$ 34,266 Per Person Up to 21% savings MS Roald Amundsen 12-18 Days, 5 Itineraries 530 Guests, Luxury USD$ 10,848 - USD$ 19,236 Per Person Up to 25% savings MS Fram 11-24 Days, 7 Itineraries 318 Guests, Mid-Range USD$ 8,622 - USD$ 44,192 Per Person Hondius 8-19 Days, 11 Itineraries 170 Guests, Authentic USD$ 2,450 - USD$ 36,350 Per Person Polar Cruise Reviews Expedition Cruise Guide Embarking on an expedition cruise is not like planning a typical vacation. Such off-grid odysseys require a lot more preparation. In our complete Expedition Cruise Guide, we detail everything from the best travel seasons and wildlife calendars to packing lists, visa requirements, and physical fitness considerations. You’ll find comparisons between ship styles, expert tips for photography, and advice on selecting the right itinerary for your interests. Consider this your compass to navigating the world of polar travel—practical, inspiring, and essential.
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bears](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+) [Arctic](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/arctic) ![Guanaco In Patagonia](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+) [Patagonia](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/patagonia) ### Watch The Video Close ![Cruise ship sailing away into the ice covered sea](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI5NjAiIGhlaWdodD0iNTQwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+) ## Expedition Cruises Unlike traditional ocean or river cruises, expedition cruises are intimate, inimitable adventures by small-ship designed for flexible and active discovery at the edge of the world, voyages of immersion with like-minded explorers into Earth’s last great wildernesses. Though profoundly different in mood and form, each destination embodies the essence of expedition cruising: raw beauty, intimate wildlife encounters, and the thrill of exploring where few—if any—have ever been. [Find Your Expedition](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/trips) ![](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Polar-Paradox-Featured_reup-960x540.jpg) ## Expedition Cruises To Antarctica Antarctica is not simply a distant place on a map but a dream-like, pristine realm that rewrites the rules of reality. This is a land of paradoxes: a frozen desert teeming with life, a place so vast it feels like another planet, yet so intimately moving it changes all who visit. Towering tabular icebergs drift silently through steel-blue waters; glacier-fringed mountains glow in the midnight sun; and beneath the surface, a thriving marine world pulses with energy. Whether standing in the company of chinstrap penguins or kayaking past cathedral-like ice formations, you’ll come to realize Antarctica is less about where you go, and more about who you become in its presence. [Discover Antarctica](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/antarctica) ![A close-up of a white harp seal pup with large dark eyes and a black nose, lying on snow.](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI5NjAiIGhlaWdodD0iNTQwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+) ## Expedition Cruises To The Arctic The Arctic’s stark grandeur spans polar desert, fjord, and ice pack. Here, the northernmost reaches of our blue planet beckon with ephemeral beauty: dazzling polar skies swathed in auroral light, great white expanses where musk ox and polar bear roam, and ocean passages where narwhal and beluga weave through pack ice. Visits to remote communities tether you to human resilience and ancient ways, while the silence of frozen seas, broken only by crackling floes and the distant echo of calving glaciers, stirs something primal. Austerity transforms into warmth, humility, and inspiration to reveal a realm that exalts above all others in more ways than one. [Discover The Arctic](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/arctic) ![Sealions in Patagonia](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI5NjAiIGhlaWdodD0iNTQwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+) ## Expedition Cruises To Patagonia At the southern extremity of South America, Patagonia reveals a wild canvas of jagged peaks, glasslike lakes, and glaciers calving into cold Pacific waters. The air tastes of ancient stone and snowmelt; condors wheel above. Here, the Southern Hemisphere’s windiest landscapes cradle Magellanic penguins, guanacos, and Andean creatures adapted to life on the edge. Trekking across feather‑soft lenga forests into the shadow of granite towers awakens a reverence for the raw, unbridled power of nature. Whether tracing ancient indigenous paths or riding Zodiacs through channels edged with glacier-tongues, expect an immersion that’s at once visceral and transformational—landscapes and stories carved over millennia, alive with elemental beauty. [Discover Patagonia](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/patagonia) ## Best-Selling Expedition Cruises Some journeys have earned their legendary status. Whether it’s a classic [Antarctic Peninsula voyage](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/antarctic-peninsula-cruise), an epic trip to [Antarctica via South Georgia and the Falklands](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/antarctica-falklands-south-georgia-cruise), or the Arctic odyssey tracing polar bear territory in [Svalbard](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/arctic/svalbard-cruise), our best-selling expedition cruises have captured the hearts of thousands. These itineraries plot popular paths through the planet’s most pristine places, and offer the perfect balance of comfort, accessibility, and immersion—curated, intrepid, once-in-a-lifetime journeys brimming with adventure. [![](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AntarcticExplorer-Wildlife-Whale-ItineraryHero.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/classic-antarctica-air-cruise) ### [Classic Antarctica Air-Cruise](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/classic-antarctica-air-cruise) Length: 8 Days Ships: Magellan Explorer, Magellan Discoverer USD\$ 13,495 - USD\$ 35,795 Per Person [![](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AE-Discoveringthe7thContinent-Penguin-Itinerary-Hero.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/antarctic-explorer-discovering-the-7th-continent) ### [Antarctic Explorer: Discovering The 7th Continent](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/antarctic-explorer-discovering-the-7th-continent) Length: 11 Days, 12 Days Ships: Ultramarine, Ocean Explorer, World Voyager USD\$ 13,116 - USD\$ 39,361 Per Person Up to 24% savings [![](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Falklands-White-sand-beach-reup-440x330.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/in-depth-antarctica-falklands-south-georgia-expedition) ### [In-Depth Antarctica, Falklands & South Georgia Expedition](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/in-depth-antarctica-falklands-south-georgia-expedition) Length: 23 Days Ships: MS Fram USD\$ 17,997 - USD\$ 44,192 Per Person [![](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Antartica-BaseCamp-Kayak-Itinerary.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/antarctica-basecamp) ### [Antarctica - Basecamp](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/antarctica-basecamp) Length: 13 Days Ships: Hondius, Plancius, Ortelius USD\$ 11,100 - USD\$ 19,600 Per Person Up to 14% savings [![](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Snowshoeing-damoyPoint-copia.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/antarctic-circle-expedition) ### [Antarctic Circle Expedition (18D)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/antarctic-circle-expedition) Length: 16 Days, 18 Days Ships: MS Fridtjof Nansen, MS Roald Amundsen USD\$ 13,118 - USD\$ 19,236 Per Person [![](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Gentoo-Penguin-1.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/antarctic-express-fly-the-drake) ### [Antarctic Express: Fly The Drake](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/antarctic-express-fly-the-drake) Length: 8 Days Ships: Ocean Explorer, World Voyager USD\$ 16,556 - USD\$ 38,156 Per Person [![](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Antarctic-Peninsula-in-Depth-Gentoo-Penguin-Itinerary.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/classic-antarctica) ### [Classic Antarctica](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/classic-antarctica) Length: 10 Days, 11 Days Ships: MV Ushuaia USD\$ 6,390 - USD\$ 14,590 Per Person Up to 20% savings [![](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Leopard-Seal-Iceberg.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/spirit-of-antarctica) ### [Spirit of Antarctica](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/spirit-of-antarctica) Length: 12 Days Ships: Douglas Mawson, Sylvia Earle, Greg Mortimer USD\$ 14,276 - USD\$ 31,956 Per Person Up to 9% savings [![](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Penguins-1.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/highlights-of-antarctica) ### [Highlights of Antarctica](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/highlights-of-antarctica) Length: 12 Days Ships: MS Fridtjof Nansen, MS Roald Amundsen USD\$ 10,003 - USD\$ 16,748 Per Person Up to 21% savings [![](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/antarctica-classic) ### [Antarctica Classic](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/antarctica-classic) Length: 11 Days Ships: MS Expedition USD\$ 8,699 - USD\$ 16,109 Per Person Up to 26% savings [![](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Penguin-Poseidon-440x330.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/best-of-the-southern-ocean) ### [Best of the Southern Ocean](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/best-of-the-southern-ocean) Length: 19 Days Ships: Sea Spirit USD\$ 16,195 - USD\$ 27,795 Per Person [![](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/falkland-islands-s-georgia-antarctica) ### [Falkland Islands, S Georgia & Antarctica](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/falkland-islands-s-georgia-antarctica) Length: 20 Days Ships: Ocean Albatros, Ocean Victory USD\$ 22,776 - USD\$ 53,595 Per Person [![](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/classic-antarctica-10d) ### [Classic Antarctica (10D)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/classic-antarctica-10d) Length: 10 Days Ships: St. Helena USD\$ 7,990 - USD\$ 21,990 Per Person Up to 26% savings [![](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/arctic-sights-and-northern-lights) ### [Arctic Sights and Northern Lights](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/arctic-sights-and-northern-lights) Length: 12 Days Ships: Sea Spirit USD\$ 6,296 - USD\$ 19,495 Per Person Up to 25% savings [![](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Whale-Migration_Aurora.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/spirit-of-antarctica-whale-migration) ### [Spirit of Antarctica: Whale Migration](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/spirit-of-antarctica-whale-migration) Length: 11 Days Ships: Sylvia Earle USD\$ 12,146 - USD\$ 22,796 Per Person [![](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/antarctica-whale-season) ### [Antarctica Whale Season](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/antarctica-whale-season) Length: 9 Days Ships: Ocean Nova USD\$ 9,452 - USD\$ 10,396 Per Person [![](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/antarctic-explorer-fly-sail-12d) ### [Antarctic Explorer: Fly-Sail (12D)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/antarctic-explorer-fly-sail-12d) Length: 12 Days Ships: Douglas Mawson USD\$ 16,316 - USD\$ 26,995 Per Person [![](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/falklands-south-georgia-valdes-peninsula) ### [Falklands, South Georgia & Valdes Peninsula: In the Heart of the Wilderness](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/falklands-south-georgia-valdes-peninsula) Length: 20 Days Ships: Le Lyrial USD\$ 19,070 - USD\$ 45,500 Per Person [![](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/weddell-sea-in-search-of-the-emperor-penguin-including-helicopters) ### [Weddell Sea - In Search of the Emperor Penguin](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/weddell-sea-in-search-of-the-emperor-penguin-including-helicopters) Length: 11 Days Ships: Ortelius USD\$ 13,450 - USD\$ 17,950 Per Person [![](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Waterfalls-Iceland-Lindblad.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/south-greenland-exploration-fjords-waterfalls-and-fishing-villages) ### [South Greenland Exploration: Fjords, Waterfalls and Fishing Villages](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/south-greenland-exploration-fjords-waterfalls-and-fishing-villages) Length: 11 Days Ships: National Geographic Explorer, National Geographic Endurance USD\$ 10,770 - USD\$ 24,250 Per Person [![](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/spitsbergen-realm-of-the-ice-bear-8d) ### [Spitsbergen: Realm of the Ice Bear](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/spitsbergen-realm-of-the-ice-bear-8d) Length: 8 Days Ships: Douglas Mawson, Greg Mortimer USD\$ 11,116 - USD\$ 22,956 Per Person [![](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/svalbard-summer-photo-tour) ### [Svalbard Summer Photo Tour](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/svalbard-summer-photo-tour) Length: 10 Days Ships: Vikingfjord USD\$ 19,000 Per Person [![](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/northeast-iceland-explorer-aurora-borealis-hike-sail-incl-bus-back-up) ### [Northeast Iceland Explorer , Aurora Borealis, Hike & Sail - Incl. Bus back up](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/northeast-iceland-explorer-aurora-borealis-hike-sail-incl-bus-back-up) Length: 7 Days Ships: Rembrandt van Rijn USD\$ 4,250 - USD\$ 5,250 Per Person [![](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/arctic-highlights-southbound) ### [Arctic Highlights Southbound](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/arctic-highlights-southbound) Length: 15 Days Ships: MS Expedition, MS Expedition (Old) USD\$ 8,797 - USD\$ 14,749 Per Person [![](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/EssentialPatagonia-TuckerIslets-Sea-Lions-Itinerary-Hero.jpg.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/essential-patagonia-chilean-fjords-and-torres-del-paine) ### [Essential Patagonia: Chilean Fjords & Torres del Paine](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/essential-patagonia-chilean-fjords-and-torres-del-paine) Length: 15 Days Ships: Ultramarine USD\$ 14,071 - USD\$ 31,981 Per Person [Find Your Expedition](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/trips) ## The Expedition Cruise Experience Every expedition begins with a calling. My own began years ago—not with a compass, but with a question: What does it mean to truly experience the ends of the Earth? I founded Antarctica Cruises to help people connect with the world in its rawest, purest forms. The polar regions and Patagonia remain some of the last true wildernesses—places where silence echoes, wildlife reigns, and nature still remains untamed by mankind. Our mission is simple: to share these places with those who seek meaningful adventure, to educate and advocate for their preservation, ensuring every journey leaves an indelible impression on both heart and mind. ![Jeremy Clubb, Antarctica Cruises' Founder & Director](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSIxMDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMTAwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+) Jeremy Clubb Founder & Director ![A seal barks from atop an ice floe during a sunset over a sea filled with chunks of ice.](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Guide-To-The-Seals-Of-The-Arctic-Conservation-1.jpg) ![An Atlantic Puffin with a colorful beak holds a small stick, silhouetted against a bright orange sunset.](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Arctic-Puffin-Using-Tools.jpg) ![Passengers in a zodiac during snowfall](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Antarctica-Guides-Optional-Adventure-Zodiak.jpg) ### Explore With Experts Expedition cruising is defined not only by where you travel—but with whom. Each voyage is led by a team of hand-selected experts: glaciologists, ornithologists, marine biologists, polar historians, and local guides whose life work has been dedicated to understanding these remote corners of the world. They lead excursions, deliver lectures, and bring scientific insight to every sighting—from the patterns in an iceberg to the behavior of a seal colony. It’s a masterclass in exploration, where learning is constant and discovery, inevitable. ![](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+) ### Meet The Locals From the thunderous crash of a breaching humpback whale to the curious gaze of a waddling penguin, wildlife in the polar regions is both abundant and unafraid. In the Southern Ocean, you’ll share shores with elephant seals and colonies of Adélie, gentoo, and emperor penguins. In the Arctic, gaze across sea ice for polar bears on the prowl or watch a pod of belugas slice through frigid waters. Patagonia, too, offers encounters with majestic condors, elusive pumas, and playful sea lions. Far from zoo-like sightings, these are wildlife encounters that will steal your breath and your heart, moments of mutual recognition between you and the wild, fleeting and unforgettable. ![Black and white photo of five male Antarctic explorers in heavy winter gear, three standing and two sitting, with flags behind them.](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+) ### Follow In Their Footsteps The polar regions are hallowed ground for the adventurous soul, where legendary explorers once carved paths through the ice. Trace the icy wake of Shackleton, whose heroic voyage in the Endurance has become expedition lore. Visit preserved huts used by Scott, Amundsen, and Mawson during the Heroic Age of Antarctic Exploration—time capsules of courage, grit, and fortitude. In the Arctic, reflect on the journeys of Franklin and Nansen as you pass through legendary waterways like the Northwest Passage, or ponder the pioneering voyages of explorers like Magellan and Moreno in Patagonia as you traverse its majestic glacial waterways. To travel here is to join a centuries-old lineage of those who dared to go further. ![A Gentoo penguin sits on a rocky nest with a large cruise ship and snow-covered mountains in the background](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+) ### The Essence of Expedition Cruising Expedition cruising defies traditional travel logic. There are no fixed ports, no pre-planned sightseeing. Instead, every day is dictated by weather, wildlife, and opportunity. No itinerary. No clock. Just the call of the wild. One morning might bring an unexpected whale pod at dawn; another, a perfect landing spot unveiled by retreating fog. Your captain and expedition leader work in real-time to shape the journey, responding to ice conditions and wildlife sightings with flexibility and finesse. It’s travel at its most spontaneous and rewarding—a true voyage of discovery where nature writes the script. ![An adult Emperor penguin with a yellow patch on its neck stands tall among a group of fluffy grey chicks on snow](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+) ### Becoming an Ambassador Few return from an expedition cruise unchanged. To stand amid melting glaciers or witness a mother penguin feeding her chick is to confront both nature’s grandeur and its fragility. Our expeditions don’t just show you the planet, but also ask what role you’ll play in protecting it. Learn from onboard experts about climate change, conservation, and indigenous knowledge. Then return home not just as a traveler, but as a steward—a polar ambassador committed to preserving these far-flung, wild frontiers for their own sake, and for future generations. ## Expedition Cruise Ships Our expedition cruise vessels are built for extremes but designed for experience, combining the latest in polar technology with thoughtful, low-impact design. Small in size but mighty in capability, these ships can navigate narrow fjords, [break through sea ice](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/arctic/icebreaker), and explore uncharted waters where larger vessels cannot go. On board, you’ll find expert lecture rooms, Zodiac embarkation points, observation decks, and comfortable quarters. Some ships feature science labs, wellness spaces, or luxury touches—but all are united by a single purpose: getting you safely and sustainably to the world’s most remote destinations. [![](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Ocean-Albatros-Hero-copia.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/ocean-albatros) ### [Ocean Albatros](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/ocean-albatros) 8-23 Days, 10 Itineraries 175 Guests, Mid-Range USD\$ 6,972 - USD\$ 331,956 Per Person [![](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/ULTRAMARINE-QUARK.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/ultramarine) ### [Ultramarine](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/ultramarine) 11-23 Days, 12 Itineraries 199 Guests, Luxury USD\$ 9,371 - USD\$ 86,521 Per Person Up to 20% savings [![](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Greg-Mortimer-Ship.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/greg-mortimer) ### [Greg Mortimer](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/greg-mortimer) 8-29 Days, 12 Itineraries 132 Guests, Mid-Range USD\$ 11,116 - USD\$ 83,916 Per Person [![](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/ocean-victory-1.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/ocean-victory) ### [Ocean Victory](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/ocean-victory) 10-20 Days, 7 Itineraries 189 Guests, Mid-Range USD\$ 6,545 - USD\$ 53,595 Per Person Up to 25% savings [![](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/SYLVIA-EARLE-EXTERIOR.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/sylvia-earle) ### [Sylvia Earle](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/sylvia-earle) 8-23 Days, 18 Itineraries 132 Guests, Mid-Range USD\$ 11,516 - USD\$ 71,395 Per Person [![Magellan Explorer Cruise](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Magellan-Explorer-Ship.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/magellan-explorer) ### [Magellan Explorer](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/magellan-explorer) 6-20 Days, 9 Itineraries 96 Guests, Mid-Range USD\$ 4,995 - USD\$ 38,995 Per Person Up to 21% savings [![](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/New-Expedition-Ship-Antarctica-Icebergs-2025.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/expedition) ### [MS Expedition](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/expedition) 11-22 Days, 8 Itineraries 128 Guests, Mid-Range USD\$ 8,699 - USD\$ 30,939 Per Person [![](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/OE-Quark.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/ocean-explorer) ### [Ocean Explorer](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/ocean-explorer) 8-20 Days, 11 Itineraries 138 Guests, Mid-Range USD\$ 10,641 - USD\$ 51,746 Per Person Up to 21% savings [![](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/MS_Fridtjof_Nansen-19.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/fridtjof-nansen) ### [MS Fridtjof Nansen](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/fridtjof-nansen) 12-18 Days, 4 Itineraries 530 Guests, Luxury USD\$ 10,003 - USD\$ 34,266 Per Person Up to 21% savings [![](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/MS_Roald_Amundsen-3.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/roald-amundsen) ### [MS Roald Amundsen](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/roald-amundsen) 12-18 Days, 5 Itineraries 530 Guests, Luxury USD\$ 10,848 - USD\$ 19,236 Per Person Up to 25% savings [![](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Svalbard_Magdalene_Fjord_MS_Fram_HX_48862_Photo_Yuri_Choufour-scaled.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/fram) ### [MS Fram](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/fram) 11-24 Days, 7 Itineraries 318 Guests, Mid-Range USD\$ 8,622 - USD\$ 44,192 Per Person [![](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Hondius-Ship-Hero.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/hondius) ### [Hondius](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/hondius) 8-19 Days, 11 Itineraries 170 Guests, Authentic USD\$ 2,450 - USD\$ 36,350 Per Person [View All Ships](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/trips?viewType=search-ships) ## Polar Cruise Reviews ## Expedition Cruise Guide Embarking on an expedition cruise is not like planning a typical vacation. Such off-grid odysseys require a lot more preparation. In our complete Expedition Cruise Guide, we detail everything from the best travel seasons and wildlife calendars to packing lists, visa requirements, and physical fitness considerations. You’ll find comparisons between ship styles, expert tips for photography, and advice on selecting the right itinerary for your interests. Consider this your compass to navigating the world of polar travel—practical, inspiring, and essential. [![An antique map shows the Arctic Ocean centered around the North Pole, with labeled basins, ridges, and historical exploration routes.](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Artic-Expeditions.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/guide/famous-polar-expeditions) ### [10 Most Famous Arctic & Antarctic Expeditions of All Time](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/guide/famous-polar-expeditions) May 14th, 2025 [![A drone shot of a pod of beluga whales swimming in a dark, cold ocean with chunks of floating ice.](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Guide-To-Arctic-Whales-Featured.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/guide/arctic-whales) ### [A Guide To Arctic Whales & Whalewatching On An Arctic Cruise](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/guide/arctic-whales) September 3rd, 2025 [![Ice berg in the South Pole](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/guide/amundsen-and-scott-race-to-the-south-pole) ### [Amundsen & Scott: The Race To The South Pole & Its Discovery](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/guide/amundsen-and-scott-race-to-the-south-pole) June 12th, 2025 [![](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/guide/most-inhospitable-travel-destinations-in-the-world) ### [The Most Inhospitable Travel Destinations In The World](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/guide/most-inhospitable-travel-destinations-in-the-world) May 27th, 2025 [![](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Patagonia-Cruise-An-Antarctica-Alternative-Or-Ideal-Add-On-440x330.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/guide/patagonia-vs-antarctica-cruise) ### [Patagonia Cruise: An Antarctica Alternative Or Ideal Add-On?](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/guide/patagonia-vs-antarctica-cruise) March 26th, 2026 [![](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/guide/cape-horn-history) ### [Cape Horn: Conquering the “End of the Earth”](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/guide/cape-horn-history) March 26th, 2026 [![Ships bow bell](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Antarctica-Guides-Day-Bell.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/guide/a-day-in-antarctica-what-to-expect-on-an-antarctic-cruise) ### [A Day In Antarctica: What to Expect On An Antarctic Cruise](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/guide/a-day-in-antarctica-what-to-expect-on-an-antarctic-cruise) June 4th, 2025 [View The Guide](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/guide) ## Ready for the adventure of a lifetime? 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Readable Markdown	![](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSIxOTIwIiBoZWlnaHQ9IjEwODAiPjxyZWN0IHdpZHRoPSIxMDAlIiBoZWlnaHQ9IjEwMCUiPjxhbmltYXRlIGF0dHJpYnV0ZU5hbWU9ImZpbGwiIHZhbHVlcz0icmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpO3JnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC4xKTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuNSkiIGR1cj0iMnMiIHJlcGVhdENvdW50PSJpbmRlZmluaXRlIiAvPjwvcmVjdD48L3N2Zz4=) Voyages To The Ends Of The Earth ![Cruise ship sailing away into the ice covered sea](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI5NjAiIGhlaWdodD0iNTQwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+) ## Expedition Cruises Unlike traditional ocean or river cruises, expedition cruises are intimate, inimitable adventures by small-ship designed for flexible and active discovery at the edge of the world, voyages of immersion with like-minded explorers into Earth’s last great wildernesses. Though profoundly different in mood and form, each destination embodies the essence of expedition cruising: raw beauty, intimate wildlife encounters, and the thrill of exploring where few—if any—have ever been. ![](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Polar-Paradox-Featured_reup-960x540.jpg) ## Expedition Cruises To Antarctica Antarctica is not simply a distant place on a map but a dream-like, pristine realm that rewrites the rules of reality. This is a land of paradoxes: a frozen desert teeming with life, a place so vast it feels like another planet, yet so intimately moving it changes all who visit. Towering tabular icebergs drift silently through steel-blue waters; glacier-fringed mountains glow in the midnight sun; and beneath the surface, a thriving marine world pulses with energy. Whether standing in the company of chinstrap penguins or kayaking past cathedral-like ice formations, you’ll come to realize Antarctica is less about where you go, and more about who you become in its presence. ![A close-up of a white harp seal pup with large dark eyes and a black nose, lying on snow.](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI5NjAiIGhlaWdodD0iNTQwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+) ## Expedition Cruises To The Arctic The Arctic’s stark grandeur spans polar desert, fjord, and ice pack. Here, the northernmost reaches of our blue planet beckon with ephemeral beauty: dazzling polar skies swathed in auroral light, great white expanses where musk ox and polar bear roam, and ocean passages where narwhal and beluga weave through pack ice. Visits to remote communities tether you to human resilience and ancient ways, while the silence of frozen seas, broken only by crackling floes and the distant echo of calving glaciers, stirs something primal. Austerity transforms into warmth, humility, and inspiration to reveal a realm that exalts above all others in more ways than one. ![Sealions in Patagonia](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI5NjAiIGhlaWdodD0iNTQwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+) ## Expedition Cruises To Patagonia At the southern extremity of South America, Patagonia reveals a wild canvas of jagged peaks, glasslike lakes, and glaciers calving into cold Pacific waters. The air tastes of ancient stone and snowmelt; condors wheel above. Here, the Southern Hemisphere’s windiest landscapes cradle Magellanic penguins, guanacos, and Andean creatures adapted to life on the edge. Trekking across feather‑soft lenga forests into the shadow of granite towers awakens a reverence for the raw, unbridled power of nature. Whether tracing ancient indigenous paths or riding Zodiacs through channels edged with glacier-tongues, expect an immersion that’s at once visceral and transformational—landscapes and stories carved over millennia, alive with elemental beauty. ## Best-Selling Expedition Cruises Some journeys have earned their legendary status. Whether it’s a classic [Antarctic Peninsula voyage](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/antarctic-peninsula-cruise), an epic trip to [Antarctica via South Georgia and the Falklands](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/antarctica-falklands-south-georgia-cruise), or the Arctic odyssey tracing polar bear territory in [Svalbard](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/arctic/svalbard-cruise), our best-selling expedition cruises have captured the hearts of thousands. These itineraries plot popular paths through the planet’s most pristine places, and offer the perfect balance of comfort, accessibility, and immersion—curated, intrepid, once-in-a-lifetime journeys brimming with adventure. [![](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Antartica-BaseCamp-Kayak-Itinerary.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/antarctica-basecamp) ### [Antarctica - Basecamp](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/antarctica-basecamp) Length: 13 Days Ships: Hondius, Plancius, Ortelius USD\$ 11,100 - USD\$ 19,600 Per Person [![](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Antarctic-Peninsula-in-Depth-Gentoo-Penguin-Itinerary.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/classic-antarctica) ### [Classic Antarctica](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/classic-antarctica) Length: 10 Days, 11 Days Ships: MV Ushuaia USD\$ 6,390 - USD\$ 14,590 Per Person Up to 20% savings [![](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Leopard-Seal-Iceberg.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/spirit-of-antarctica) ### [Spirit of Antarctica](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/spirit-of-antarctica) Length: 12 Days Ships: Douglas Mawson, Sylvia Earle, Greg Mortimer USD\$ 14,276 - USD\$ 31,956 Per Person Up to 9% savings [![](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Penguins-1.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/highlights-of-antarctica) ### [Highlights of Antarctica](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/highlights-of-antarctica) Length: 12 Days Ships: MS Fridtjof Nansen, MS Roald Amundsen USD\$ 10,003 - USD\$ 16,748 Per Person Up to 21% savings [![](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/antarctica-classic) ### [Antarctica Classic](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/antarctica-classic) Length: 11 Days Ships: MS Expedition USD\$ 8,699 - USD\$ 16,109 Per Person [![](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/falklands-south-georgia-valdes-peninsula) [![](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/itineraries/northeast-iceland-explorer-aurora-borealis-hike-sail-incl-bus-back-up) ## The Expedition Cruise Experience Every expedition begins with a calling. My own began years ago—not with a compass, but with a question: What does it mean to truly experience the ends of the Earth? I founded Antarctica Cruises to help people connect with the world in its rawest, purest forms. The polar regions and Patagonia remain some of the last true wildernesses—places where silence echoes, wildlife reigns, and nature still remains untamed by mankind. Our mission is simple: to share these places with those who seek meaningful adventure, to educate and advocate for their preservation, ensuring every journey leaves an indelible impression on both heart and mind. ![Jeremy Clubb, Antarctica Cruises' Founder & Director](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSIxMDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMTAwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+) Jeremy Clubb Founder & Director ![A seal barks from atop an ice floe during a sunset over a sea filled with chunks of ice.](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Guide-To-The-Seals-Of-The-Arctic-Conservation-1.jpg) ![An Atlantic Puffin with a colorful beak holds a small stick, silhouetted against a bright orange sunset.](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Arctic-Puffin-Using-Tools.jpg) ![Passengers in a zodiac during snowfall](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Antarctica-Guides-Optional-Adventure-Zodiak.jpg) ### Explore With Experts Expedition cruising is defined not only by where you travel—but with whom. Each voyage is led by a team of hand-selected experts: glaciologists, ornithologists, marine biologists, polar historians, and local guides whose life work has been dedicated to understanding these remote corners of the world. They lead excursions, deliver lectures, and bring scientific insight to every sighting—from the patterns in an iceberg to the behavior of a seal colony. It’s a masterclass in exploration, where learning is constant and discovery, inevitable. ![](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+) ### Meet The Locals From the thunderous crash of a breaching humpback whale to the curious gaze of a waddling penguin, wildlife in the polar regions is both abundant and unafraid. In the Southern Ocean, you’ll share shores with elephant seals and colonies of Adélie, gentoo, and emperor penguins. In the Arctic, gaze across sea ice for polar bears on the prowl or watch a pod of belugas slice through frigid waters. Patagonia, too, offers encounters with majestic condors, elusive pumas, and playful sea lions. Far from zoo-like sightings, these are wildlife encounters that will steal your breath and your heart, moments of mutual recognition between you and the wild, fleeting and unforgettable. ![Black and white photo of five male Antarctic explorers in heavy winter gear, three standing and two sitting, with flags behind them.](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+) ### Follow In Their Footsteps The polar regions are hallowed ground for the adventurous soul, where legendary explorers once carved paths through the ice. Trace the icy wake of Shackleton, whose heroic voyage in the Endurance has become expedition lore. Visit preserved huts used by Scott, Amundsen, and Mawson during the Heroic Age of Antarctic Exploration—time capsules of courage, grit, and fortitude. In the Arctic, reflect on the journeys of Franklin and Nansen as you pass through legendary waterways like the Northwest Passage, or ponder the pioneering voyages of explorers like Magellan and Moreno in Patagonia as you traverse its majestic glacial waterways. To travel here is to join a centuries-old lineage of those who dared to go further. ![A Gentoo penguin sits on a rocky nest with a large cruise ship and snow-covered mountains in the background](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+) ### The Essence of Expedition Cruising Expedition cruising defies traditional travel logic. There are no fixed ports, no pre-planned sightseeing. Instead, every day is dictated by weather, wildlife, and opportunity. No itinerary. No clock. Just the call of the wild. One morning might bring an unexpected whale pod at dawn; another, a perfect landing spot unveiled by retreating fog. Your captain and expedition leader work in real-time to shape the journey, responding to ice conditions and wildlife sightings with flexibility and finesse. It’s travel at its most spontaneous and rewarding—a true voyage of discovery where nature writes the script. ![An adult Emperor penguin with a yellow patch on its neck stands tall among a group of fluffy grey chicks on snow](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+) ### Becoming an Ambassador Few return from an expedition cruise unchanged. To stand amid melting glaciers or witness a mother penguin feeding her chick is to confront both nature’s grandeur and its fragility. Our expeditions don’t just show you the planet, but also ask what role you’ll play in protecting it. Learn from onboard experts about climate change, conservation, and indigenous knowledge. Then return home not just as a traveler, but as a steward—a polar ambassador committed to preserving these far-flung, wild frontiers for their own sake, and for future generations. ## Expedition Cruise Ships Our expedition cruise vessels are built for extremes but designed for experience, combining the latest in polar technology with thoughtful, low-impact design. Small in size but mighty in capability, these ships can navigate narrow fjords, [break through sea ice](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/arctic/icebreaker), and explore uncharted waters where larger vessels cannot go. On board, you’ll find expert lecture rooms, Zodiac embarkation points, observation decks, and comfortable quarters. Some ships feature science labs, wellness spaces, or luxury touches—but all are united by a single purpose: getting you safely and sustainably to the world’s most remote destinations. [![](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Ocean-Albatros-Hero-copia.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/ocean-albatros) ### [Ocean Albatros](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/ocean-albatros) 8-23 Days, 10 Itineraries 175 Guests, Mid-Range USD\$ 6,972 - USD\$ 331,956 Per Person [![](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/ULTRAMARINE-QUARK.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/ultramarine) ### [Ultramarine](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/ultramarine) 11-23 Days, 12 Itineraries 199 Guests, Luxury USD\$ 9,371 - USD\$ 86,521 Per Person Up to 20% savings [![](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Greg-Mortimer-Ship.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/greg-mortimer) ### [Greg Mortimer](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/greg-mortimer) 8-29 Days, 12 Itineraries 132 Guests, Mid-Range USD\$ 11,116 - USD\$ 83,916 Per Person [![](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/ocean-victory-1.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/ocean-victory) ### [Ocean Victory](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/ocean-victory) 10-20 Days, 7 Itineraries 189 Guests, Mid-Range USD\$ 6,545 - USD\$ 53,595 Per Person Up to 25% savings [![](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/SYLVIA-EARLE-EXTERIOR.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/sylvia-earle) ### [Sylvia Earle](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/sylvia-earle) 8-23 Days, 18 Itineraries 132 Guests, Mid-Range USD\$ 11,516 - USD\$ 71,395 Per Person [![Magellan Explorer Cruise](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Magellan-Explorer-Ship.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/magellan-explorer) ### [Magellan Explorer](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/magellan-explorer) 6-20 Days, 9 Itineraries 96 Guests, Mid-Range USD\$ 4,995 - USD\$ 38,995 Per Person Up to 21% savings [![](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/New-Expedition-Ship-Antarctica-Icebergs-2025.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/expedition) ### [MS Expedition](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/expedition) 11-22 Days, 8 Itineraries 128 Guests, Mid-Range USD\$ 8,699 - USD\$ 30,939 Per Person [![](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/OE-Quark.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/ocean-explorer) ### [Ocean Explorer](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/ocean-explorer) 8-20 Days, 11 Itineraries 138 Guests, Mid-Range USD\$ 10,641 - USD\$ 51,746 Per Person Up to 21% savings [![](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/MS_Fridtjof_Nansen-19.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/fridtjof-nansen) ### [MS Fridtjof Nansen](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/fridtjof-nansen) 12-18 Days, 4 Itineraries 530 Guests, Luxury USD\$ 10,003 - USD\$ 34,266 Per Person Up to 21% savings [![](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/MS_Roald_Amundsen-3.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/roald-amundsen) ### [MS Roald Amundsen](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/roald-amundsen) 12-18 Days, 5 Itineraries 530 Guests, Luxury USD\$ 10,848 - USD\$ 19,236 Per Person Up to 25% savings [![](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Svalbard_Magdalene_Fjord_MS_Fram_HX_48862_Photo_Yuri_Choufour-scaled.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/fram) ### [MS Fram](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/fram) 11-24 Days, 7 Itineraries 318 Guests, Mid-Range USD\$ 8,622 - USD\$ 44,192 Per Person [![](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Hondius-Ship-Hero.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/hondius) ### [Hondius](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/ships/hondius) 8-19 Days, 11 Itineraries 170 Guests, Authentic USD\$ 2,450 - USD\$ 36,350 Per Person Polar Cruise Reviews ## Expedition Cruise Guide Embarking on an expedition cruise is not like planning a typical vacation. Such off-grid odysseys require a lot more preparation. In our complete Expedition Cruise Guide, we detail everything from the best travel seasons and wildlife calendars to packing lists, visa requirements, and physical fitness considerations. You’ll find comparisons between ship styles, expert tips for photography, and advice on selecting the right itinerary for your interests. Consider this your compass to navigating the world of polar travel—practical, inspiring, and essential. [![An antique map shows the Arctic Ocean centered around the North Pole, with labeled basins, ridges, and historical exploration routes.](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Artic-Expeditions.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/guide/famous-polar-expeditions) [![A drone shot of a pod of beluga whales swimming in a dark, cold ocean with chunks of floating ice.](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Guide-To-Arctic-Whales-Featured.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/guide/arctic-whales) [![Ice berg in the South Pole](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/guide/amundsen-and-scott-race-to-the-south-pole) [![](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/guide/most-inhospitable-travel-destinations-in-the-world) [![](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Patagonia-Cruise-An-Antarctica-Alternative-Or-Ideal-Add-On-440x330.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/guide/patagonia-vs-antarctica-cruise) [![](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI0NDAiIGhlaWdodD0iMzMwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIj48YW5pbWF0ZSBhdHRyaWJ1dGVOYW1lPSJmaWxsIiB2YWx1ZXM9InJnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuMSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpIiBkdXI9IjJzIiByZXBlYXRDb3VudD0iaW5kZWZpbml0ZSIgLz48L3JlY3Q+PC9zdmc+)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/guide/cape-horn-history) [![Ships bow bell](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Antarctica-Guides-Day-Bell.jpg)](https://www.antarcticacruises.com/guide/a-day-in-antarctica-what-to-expect-on-an-antarctic-cruise)
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