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Experience cruise tailored to adventurous and discerning travelers. With 53 unique itineraries available between 2026 and 2028, guests can explore top destinations like Antarctica Peninsula, Reykjavik, Svalbard, Lemaire Channel, and Longyearbyen, while enjoying curated activities such as Wildlife Viewing, Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits, Whale Watching, and Local Market Visits. Whether you prefer short getaways or extended explorations, trips range from 7 days to 34 days, with pricing from $5,250 to $58,525. is known for exceptional service, small-ship intimacy, and flexible policies designed to ensure a smooth travel experience. Ideal for solo travelers, couples, or small groups, cruises in 2026 and 2027 offer a perfect blend of comfort, discovery, and unforgettable memories.
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Dozens of Adelie Penguins gather on an ice flow in the seawater near Brown Bluff on the Antarctica Peninsula.
from $8,480
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Antarctic Wonders

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega
  • Explore Buenos Aires
  • Cruise Antarctic Peninsula
  • Capture images of Antarctic scenery
  • Explore Petermann Island
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
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Embark on an 11-day Antarctica cruise aboard SH Vega. Fly south, board the boutique ship, and cross open ocean. Explore the Antarctic Peninsula with glaciers, icebergs, and wildlife. Take shore excursions to sites such as Petermann Island and the Lemaire Channel before returning to Ushuaia for your flight back to Buenos Aires.
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Sunset at an ocean resort in Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia
from $11,825
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Solomon Islands Secrets: cruise from Guadalcanal to the Sepik River

Honiara to Sorong - 15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Minerva
  • Explore Rabaul Wartime History
  • Experience Sepik River Culture
  • Discover Lake Sentani Heritage
  • Visit Mansinam Historic Landmarks
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Brisbane / Sorong
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Festival Visits
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Variable
Sail from Brisbane to Sorong on this 15-day expedition aboard SH Minerva. Visit the Solomon Islands, Papua New Guinea, and Papua, exploring historic wartime sites, traditional villages, island communities, and marine environments. Experience local cultures, regional history, and remote destinations across the South Pacific and western Pacific.
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Beautiful wild coast of Raja Ampat, Indonesia
from $9,525
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Raja Ampat & Cenderawasih Bay Expedition: Indonesia's Coral Triangle

Sorong Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard SH Minerva
  • Snorkel with whale sharks
  • Cruise Kabui Bay by Zodiac
  • Swim Lenmakana Lake with jellyfish
  • Snorkel around Pulau Kri
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Benoa / Denpasar
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Snorkeling
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Variable
Explore Indonesia on an 12-day cruise aboard the SH Minerva through Papua and Raja Ampat. Visit remote islands, snorkel coral reefs, swim with whale sharks, kayak through limestone lagoons, and experience Papuan culture. Discover crystal-clear waters, diverse marine life, and island landscapes across one of the world's richest marine regions.
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The Ross Sea Ice Shelf is Antarctica's largest ice shelf.
from $30,725
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Ultimate Antarctica Adventure from Ushuaia to Dunedin

Ushuaia - Dunedin - 34 Day Itinerary aboard SH Minerva
  • Explore Antarctic Peninsula glacier
  • Discover Ross Sea history
  • Encounter Balleny Islands wildlife
  • Cruise Sub-Antarctic Islands
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Buenos Aires / Dunedin
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Travel from Buenos Aires to Dunedin in 34 days aboard SH Minerva, exploring Antarctica, the Ross Sea, South Shetland Islands, Balleny Islands, and New Zealand's Sub-Antarctic Islands. Discover remote polar landscapes, historic expedition sites, volcanic islands, and wildlife-rich waters before reaching New Zealand.
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Dozens of Adelie Penguins gather on an ice flow in the seawater near Brown Bluff on the Antarctica Peninsula.
from $15,600
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South Atlantic Cruise: From Antarctica to South Africa

Ushuaia - Cape Town - 22 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
  • Observe penguins, seals, and whales
  • Explore the wildlife of Antarctica
  • Navigate through towering icebergs
  • See different seabird species
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Buenos Aires / Cape Town
Activities
Urban Exploration
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Variable
Set sail on a 22-day cruise from Ushuaia to Cape Town aboard the SH Diana. This polar adventure offers a chance to explore remote and pristine locations with opportunities to see penguins, seals, and whales, combined with learning experiences and onboard relaxation.
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Blue ice of Antarctica
from $22,000
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In Shackleton's Footsteps

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 20 Day Itinerary aboard SH Minerva
  • Explore West Point Island
  • Visit Historic Port Stanley
  • Discover South Georgia Wildlife
  • Cruise Antarctic Peninsula Waters
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
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Photography Seminars
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Variable
Join a 20-day journey from Buenos Aires to Antarctica and return to Buenos Aires aboard SH Minerva. Travel by charter flight to Ushuaia, visit the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and the Antarctic Peninsula, and spend sea days attending lectures, wildlife watching, and exploring remote polar landscapes before returning to Argentina.
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In touch with nature in Stromness
from $17,900
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Antarctica, The Falklands & South Georgia

Ushuaia - Ushuaia - 19 Day Itinerary aboard SH Minerva
  • Witness Falkland Island's wildlife
  • Learn about Port Stanley's history
  • See South Georgia King penguins
  • Witness the glaciers of Antarctica
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Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia
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Variable
Set sail on a 19-day Antarctica, Falklands and South Georgia cruise aboard SH Minerva. Explore the Falklands’ penguin colonies, visit Port Stanley, and see King penguins at South Georgia’s Grytviken. Continue to the Antarctic Peninsula for glaciers, icebergs, seals, whales and seabirds before crossing the Drake Passage back to Ushuaia.
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Santo Antonio, Principe
from $13,325
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West Africa Cruise from Ghana to Angola

Tema to Luanda - 15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
  • See Lome's market and landmarks
  • Unwind in Principe's pristine beach
  • Immerse in Gabon’s rich wildlife
  • Explore Luanda’s Iron Palace
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Tema / Luanda
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Variable
Join this 15-day West African cruise from Ghana to Angola aboard SH Diana, visiting destinations like Lome, Cotonou, Sao Tome, and Gabon. Highlights include Ghana’s forts, Lome’s voodoo market, Cotonou’s stilt village, and Gabon’s rainforests, with opportunities to relax on Macaco Beach and explore Luanda’s modern transformation.
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Panoramic photo of beach in Senegal
from $14,275
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Cruise West Africa: Cultures and Wild Coasts

Tema to Dakar - 15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
  • Explore Tema and Accra
  • Tour Freetown landmarks
  • Explore Bijagos Archipelago
  • Discover Goree Island
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Tema / Dakar
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Join this 15-day West African cruise from Tema to Dakar aboard SH Diana. Immerse yourself in local culture, markets, and cuisine. Visit Elmina Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Discover Takoradi's markets and venture into the lush Kakum National Park, then cruise to Monrovia to explore its bustling markets and rich history.
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The floating village of Ganvie
from $12,700
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Cultures & Traditions of Central Africa

Luanda - Tema - 15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
  • Explore Luanda Heritage
  • Visit Ganvie Stilt Village
  • Discover Sao Tome Culture
  • Experience Gabon Coastline
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Luanda / Tema
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Variable
Travel 15 days from Luanda to Accra aboard SH Diana. Visit Angola, Republic of Congo, Gabon, Sao Tome and Principe, Benin, Togo, and Ghana. See historic forts, markets, coastal towns, and rainforest regions. Experience local culture, wildlife areas, and coastal landscapes across West Africa.
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Norfolk Island
from $10,925
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Cruising the Pacific Islands: New Caledonia, Vanuatu & Solomon Islands

Auckland to Honiara - 15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Minerva
  • Discover Auckland before cruising
  • Visit Isle of Pines' beaches
  • Discover Port Vila markets
  • Relax at Champagne Beach
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Auckland / Honiara
Activities
Local Market Visits, Hiking
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Variable
Sail aboard SH Minerva from Auckland to Honiara, exploring Norfolk Island, New Caledonia, Vanuatu, and the Solomon Islands. Visit remote beaches, volcanic islands, coral reefs, and traditional villages while snorkeling, hiking, and discovering local cultures. This cruise combines nature, history, and cultural encounters across the South Pacific.
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Beautiful view of Akaroa
from $12,200
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New Zealand in Depth

Dunedin to Auckland - 14 Day Itinerary aboard SH Minerva
  • Explore historic Dunedin streets
  • Spot yellow-eyed penguins
  • Explore Ulva Island sanctuary
  • Explore Abel Tasman National Park
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Dunedin / Auckland
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Wildlife Viewing, Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Rainforest Exploration, Kayaking, Scuba Diving, Whale Watching, Wine Tasting
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Explore New Zealand from Dunedin to Auckland on a 14-day cruise aboard SH Minerva, visiting Fiordland, Stewart Island, Akaroa, Kaikoura, Picton, Wellington, Tauranga, and the Bay of Islands. Spot penguins, seals, dolphins, whales, and native birds while visiting conservation areas, cruising scenic waterways, and exploring local attractions.
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