Our Favorite Small Expedition Cruise Ships

Emerald Kaia offers luxury cruising through the Mediterranean, Aegean, and Adriatic Seas. Enjoy diverse dining, from La Cucina’s main dining room to the specialty Night Market Grill with Asian flavors. Relax poolside with light bites at Aqua Cafe or explore stunning coastlines in style.

Navigate the Rhine, Main, Danube, and Moselle rivers, this elegant river ship lets you see the highlights of the continent in complete style and comfort aboard the Emerald Luna.

The Zafiro is a floating five-star hotel that will take you to the world of the Amazon River. Accommodating just 38 passengers, enjoy this idyllic journey through the wonders of the Amazon rainforest in comfort.

The AmaBella offers the ultimate in custom-designed luxury. This 162-passenger vessel features a combination of amenities and design details never before seen on the great waterways of Europe.

Wilderness Discoverer is an expedition ship capable of nimble exploration through nature's most dramatic hideaways. Offering her 76 passengers an exciting array of daily adventure excursions, explore Alaska on this unique small ship.

Sail the South Pacific on the m/s Paul Gauguin. Enjoy a luxury tropical escape on this luxury cruise vessel carrying 332 passengers. Stroll white sand beaches, snorkel with colorful fish, and learn of the mystical cultures of the South Pacific.

Galapagos Horizon is a luxury trimaran that provides an intimate experience on board with a touch of elegance and comfort. It provides a top-notch experience with one of the smoothest rides in the Galapagos.

Board the MS Santa Cruz II and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere in refined, high-quality surroundings. With a maximum capacity of just 90 guests, its intimate size creates a cozy yet classy environment where you can quickly feel at home on board in the Galápagos Islands.

The latest addition to the Discovery Yacht fleet, Scenic Eclipse II, stands proudly as a sister ship to Scenic Eclipse. It boasts enhanced wellness experiences at the luxurious Senses Spa, a stunning new Sky Bar, and a refreshing Vitality pool on Deck 10. This remarkable vessel explores the captivating southern hemisphere, including the uncharted territories of East Antarctica, Australia, the South Pacific, and Asia.

Grand Majestic is the only modern mega-yacht cruising the Galapagos. This elegantly sporty yacht is the fastest in the Islands and offers high-quality service, a Master Suite, and luxurious social areas to make your trip a once in a lifetime experience.

The Grand Ocean Spray is a modern power motor catamaran sailing the Galapagos Islands. Built for 16 guests, it offers panoramic balcony suites, a spa, and attentive service from 12 crew members. The ship is carbon-neutral, equipped with solar panels, and designed for sustainable cruising.

MV Discoverer is a boutique expedition vessel built for polar exploration, combining comfort with authentic expedition capability. Carrying just 140 guests, the ship offers elegant ocean-view staterooms, wellness facilities, outdoor jacuzzis, and spacious viewing decks designed for unforgettable wildlife encounters in Antarctica and the Arctic.