Antarctica Cruises
Antarctica travel reveals the dramatic extremes of a frozen continent. It holds the title of coldest, driest, windiest, and highest elevation on earth. A number of ships ply the Antarctic waters, from Russian icebreakers to luxury expedition ships with strengthened hulls. An Antarctica cruise departs from Ushuaia, though itineraries vary. Depending on your trip-length, spend time visiting the Antarctic Peninsula, Falkland Islands and the mountainous South Georgia. Antarctica cruises offer zodiac excursions for up-close encounters with wildlife and the blue icebergs that float quietly in the surrounding waters. Experience Antarctic kayaking or onshore camping. On Antarctica tours, onboard experts lecture on the region's natural history, weather, and captivating wildlife commonly seen during a cruise to the frozen continent.
Expedition Cruise Ships
Spacious, comfortable passenger vessels designed for smooth sailing with deluxe accommodations and services. These ships offer larger cabins, as well as deluxe amenities such as roomier public areas, lounges and bars, gift shops, and fitness facilities.Antarctic Dream |
Ship Highlights
| $6,900*11 days  | |
 | The Antarctic Dream is a Dutch built ice-reinforced vessel, that was completely refurbished in July 2005 for Antarctica travel. It features a spacious dining ... | ||
Clipper Adventurer (QU) |
Ship Highlights
| $5,890*11-20 days | |
 | Adventurer is a handsome expedition vessel reminiscent of the days of the great ocean liners, with lots of varnished wood and brass. She sails on a wide ... | ||
Marina Svetaeva |
Ship Highlights
| $5,590*11-19 days | |
 | Designed specifically for polar exploration, the M/V Marina Svetaeva is a modern, comfortable, safe, ice-strengthened vessel. She can comfortably accommodate ... | ||
MV Plancius |
Ship Highlights
| $5,090*10-31 days | |
 | M/V “Plancius” started her life in 1976 as an oceanographic research vessel for the Royal Dutch Navy and was named “Hr. Ms. Tydeman”. In June 2004, the vessel ... | ||
Ocean Nova |
Ship Highlights
| $5,490*12-20 days | |
 | The Ocean Nova (previously called Sarpik Ittuk) was built in 1992 at the Ørskov Shipyard in Frederikshavn, Denmark, to navigate the ice-choked waters off ... | ||
Ocean Nova (AN) |
Ship Highlights
| $3,490*5-8 days | |
 | The Ocean Nova (previously called Sarpik Ittuk) was built in 1992 at the Ørskov Shipyard in Frederikshavn, Denmark, to navigate the ice-choked waters off ... | ||
Polar Star |
Ship Highlights
| $5,260*10-19 days | |
 | The Polar Star was built in Finland and served in the Swedish Maritime Administration's fleet of icebreakers under the name of Njord. In 2000 she underwent ... | ||
Ice Breaker Ships
Former ice breaker research ships converted to passenger vessels. These larger ships offer many deluxe amenities including fitness facilities, gift shops, and multiple bars and lounges, but maintain the expeditionary style and feel of former "working" ships.Kapitan Khlebnikov |
Ship Highlights
| $15,290*14-32 days | |
 | The KAPITAN KHLEBNIKOV was built in Finland in 1981 and is a powerful polar class icebreaker, which has sailed to extremely remote corners of the globe with ... | ||
Luxury Expedition Ships
These expedition cruise ships offer luxury 5-star amenities and services. Whether you're gliding along the rivers of West Africa or plunging through the icy waters of Antarctica, you'll enjoy the detailed touches onboard that make these luxury vessels. These vessels allow travelers the opportunity to take advantage of the adventurous land excursions and up-close wildlife viewing that is best experienced on a small expedition ship without sacrificing the creature comforts traditionally found on much larger cruise ships.Clelia II |
Ship Highlights
| $8,495*12 days | |
 | Launched in early 2009, after extensive refurbishment, redecoration and other improvements, the all-suite Clelia II offers the finest in small-ship luxury ... | ||
Le Boreal (CDP) |
Ship Highlights
| $5,440*15 days | |
 | A superb mega-yacht with 132 cabins, the Le Boreal is the fruit of the expertise of the Italian and sophistication of the French. Le Boréal remains faithful to ... | ||
MV Le Boreal |
Ship Highlights
| $9,995*12-18 days | |
 | Strength and style
'Le Boreal' features elegant design and innovative state-of-the-art marine technology. The vessel boasts a convenient and sensible ... | ||
National Geographic Explorer |
Ship Highlights
| $10,270*12-23 days | |
 | The National Geographic Explorer is a state-of-the-art expedition ship accommodating 148 guests in 81 outside cabins. It is fully stabilized, enabling it to ... | ||
Orion |
Ship Highlights
| $16,460*19-22 days | |
 | Technically and aesthetically, Orion is arguably the most sophisticated vessel in its class. The Berlitz Ocean Cruising and Cruise Ships guide describes ... | ||
Prince Albert II |
Ship Highlights
| $10,795*12-17 days | |
 | Embark on a luxurious expedition to the best far-flung destinations in the world aboard Prince Albert II, a purpose-built expedition cruise ship unlike any ... | ||
Research Ships
Former research ships refurbished for small-group passenger travel. These ships feature large decks and open bridges, but maintain the expeditionary feel of their former status. Offer economical options for solo travelers who want to share accommodations with other passengers in a wide range of cabin categories.Akademik Ioffe |
Ship Highlights
| $4,990*12-20 days | |
 | Widely regarded as the finest expedition ship operating in Polar waters, the Akademik Ioffe offers a high level of comfort - in her appointment, stability and ... | ||
Akademik Sergey Vavilov |
Ship Highlights
| $4,990*12-20 days | |
 | Widely regarded as the finest expedition ship operating in Polar waters, the Akademik Sergey Vavilov offers a high level of comfort for Antarctic and Arctic ... | ||
MV Ushuaia |
Ship Highlights
| $3,350*10-11 days | |
 | The "Ushuaia" is a steel hulled, ice-strengthened vessel built originally for oceanographic research. She was recently converted to passenger voyages. ... | ||
Polar Pioneer |
Ship Highlights
| $5,990*11-20 days | |
 | Polar Pioneer was built in Finland in 1985 as an ice-strengthened research ship, and for many years she plied the treacherous waters of the USSR's northern ... | ||
