Our Favorite Small Expedition Cruise Ships

The sleek & modern Variety Voyager is a state of the art mega-yacht which accommodates just 72 passengers in 36 cabins. Enjoy unobstructed views of the ocean & Cuba's charming ports, and onboard amenities including a spa, reception, bar, library, and lounge & dining areas with ample deck space. With five cabin options, the yacht guarantees comfort.

Introducing the Harmony V, a modern vessel launched in June 2009, with a sleek high-tech look very similar to the private yachts to be found in the famous ports of the world.

The 64-guest Safari Voyager offers personal comforts, included amenities, exclusivity, and luxury accommodations. Guests will enjoy breathtaking views from four public decks and a window-lined lounge offering an uncompromising 270 degree view.

This brand new 120-passenger ship cruises the stunning Kimberly Coast and New Guinea with expansive teak decking, spacious dining rooms and lounges, stylish interior and exterior teak furnishings and revitalized décor.

The MS Vivaldi sails on the Danube and Rhine rivers, and was built in 2009. She features three floors, an upper sun deck, and 88 guest cabins. The ship's dedicated staff is friendly, helpful, and eager to make your trip exceptional in every way. Her cabins are modern and all are equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, and safe.

The Fragata is a spacious and comfortable motor yacht that accommodates 16 passengers in cozy double, matrimonial and single cabins, all decorated and equipped to provide guests a relaxing cruise in the Galapagos islands.

The MS Beethoven navigates through the Danube and Rhine rivers. Built in 2004 and refurbished in 2010, the MS Beethoven is a comfortable and intimate ship with the capacity for 180 passengers.

Embark on a low-impact expedition to Svalbard aboard the MV Vikingfjord. This 12-passenger vessel is a unique addition to Secret Atlas, featuring modernized, spacious cabins and an open-concept living area with a cozy couch and windows for a nice view.

The AmaSonata is among the most luxurious and advanced river vessels in Europe, with occupancy for up to 164 passengers in comfortable cabins, gourmet dining, a pool, and even an exercise room.

The AmaMagna represents a new concept specifically designed to elevate luxury river cruising. Debuting in May 2019, AmaMagna will embark on a truly memorable Danube River journey, sailing some of the most popular itineraries in Europe.

This luxurious river cruiser features panoramic views from the sundeck, a pool and swim-up bar, gourmet meals, luxurious lounges, and comfortable rooms for up to 164 passengers.

The (formally RMS) St. Helena, originally built to serve a remote community, is a British-built, 2022-refurbished vessel with a rich legacy. Now part of the Terra Nova fleet, she offers adventure-filled Antarctica voyages that are uniquely capable and character-rich small expedition ship delivering value and purpose in every journey.