Expedition Cruise Ships

The M/S Quest, formerly the Sea Endurance, accommodates 53 passengers in 26 cabins outward-facing cabins with large sea view windows, making for an immersive cruise of polar Svalbard. A lounge, library, and open bridge inside complement the spacious observation deck outside, where you can enjoy the relaxed and informal social atmosphere onboard.

National Geographic Gemini is part of the Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic Galapagos fleet, and offers year-round weeklong voyages for up to 48 guests, departing on Fridays. Launched in 2001, this highly maneuverable ship is designed for exploring remote areas.

La Pinta is a 48-passenger motor yacht designed to show you the best of the Galapagos. Featuring a modern nautical theme, La Pinta offers spacious cabins, floor-to-ceiling windows, and elegant yet relaxed public areas.

This unique 12-passenger ship offers a completely different and much more intimate experience of Greenland compared to a larger expedition ship. M/S Balto is designed to explore the most remote fjord systems, visit isolated Inuit settlements, take you to secret anchorages and maximize each guest’s experience in the unspoiled wilderness. This is true micro cruising.

The MV Skorpios II was built in 1988 and sails under the Chilean flag. Renovated in 2012, the ship is a comfortable sailing vessel. Her sleek exterior and small size makes her ideal for sailing the narrow fjords of Patagonia.

MS Fridtjof Nansen is the latest addition to HX Expeditions' fleet of custom-built ships – and the next generation expedition ship. The ship explores some of the most spectacular corners of the globe.

Oberoi Philae is a ship of elegance and graciousness, with ideal size. It was built in 1996 and was extensively reconfigured in 2015 with just 22 cabins that can accommodate up to 42 guests. It has achieved an ideal design of a ship that could give you both adventure and relaxation.

The M/V Santa Cruz combines comfort, design, and state-of-the-art technology to offer a unique glacier cruising experience. Welcome aboard!

Designed for polar exploration, Silver Endeavour breaks the ice of luxury expedition travel. Travel to the ends of the Earth aboard Silver Endeavour. Sailing from pole to pole, the newest ship redefines the meaning of ultra-luxury expedition cruising.

Ocean Nova offers a small expedition ship experience unlike any that you can get on a larger and more conventional cruise ship. All cabins provide exterior views and en-suite facilities, a deck and chair, and storage space. Enjoy breathtaking views and a relaxed atmosphere as you cruise polar landscapes.

M/S Stockholm offers an ultra-intimate expedition experience in Svalbard and Northern Norway. This classic 1953 vessel features two Zodiacs and expert guides, ensuring a personal and immersive Arctic adventure.

American Patriot offers an intimate, luxurious cruise for 125 guests, featuring a serene design, private balcony staterooms, and coastal exploration. Enjoy the Sky Lounge, Skywalk, and elegant dining on a New England journey.