Expedition Cruise Ships

Ocean Nova delivers a classic Antarctic expedition experience for just 80 guests. Its small size allows access to remote bays and pristine landscapes larger ships can’t reach. With an outstanding guide-to-passenger ratio, everyone enjoys personal attention on and off the ship.

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.

MV Skorpios III was built in 1995 at the Skorpios shipyard in Chile. Her cabins and hotel infrastructure were remodeled in 2012. The ship is 70 meters long, has a 10-meter beam, and a 3.30-meter draft, displacing 1,600 tons.

Discover Silver Wind's tranquility, sophistication, and genuine elegance. This multi-million dollar refit transforms her into one of the most technologically advanced ships at sea. Admire the stunning beauty of Europe & the Polar regions aboard this 274 passenger ship.

Comfortably accommodating 96 passengers, the National Geographic Endeavor II is a classic expedition vessel ideal for Galapagos exploration. Onboard areas include a global gallery of art, a gym, library, lounge and bar, and bridge. Zodiacs, a glass-bottom boat, snorkel gear, and kayaks are also available.

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.

The Ocean Nova is a nimble and sturdy expedition ship designed for intimate Antarctic adventures, accommodating just 80 guests. Its compact size allows access to remote coves and close wildlife encounters, while cozy cabins feature large windows and the Panoramic Lounge offers 200-degree views and insightful presentations.

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.

The Sea Lion, sister ship of the Sea Bird, can reach places inaccessible to larger ships due to its small size, yet it comfortably accommodates 62 guests in 31 outside cabins with windows, private facilities, and climate controls.

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.