Antarctica Vessels
Luxury & Expedition Options See below for our top selections in each category
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Antarctica Vessels
Knowing which Antarctica vessel to choose can be difficult. Our knowledgeable Destination Specialists are here to clarify the options, answer your questions, and help you choose the ideal cruise. Some of the main considerations are length of cruise, style of vessel, activity level, cost, and stability. Vessels can be broken down into 2 main categories: Premium Expedition & Expedition Vessels. There are also Fly & Cruise programs, bypassing the 2-day crossing of the Drake Passage. Please contact us to discuss your options and ask us about any Special Offers now available.
Premium Expedition Vessels
These vessels provide very comfortable surroundings and first-class service while maintaining the feel of a ship that is designed for expedition cruising.
Greg Mortimer
A Newly Launched Modern Purpose-Built Expedition Vessel
Days: 11-23 | From: $12,395/per person
Magellan Explorer
A New & Modern Expedition Vessel
Days: 8, 10, & 17 | From: $14,995/per person
Hondius
A Polar Class 6 ice-strengthened expedition vessel
Days: 13-23 | From: $9,700/per person
Sea Spirit
Luxuriously Appointed, With Spacious Suites and Great Value - A Traveler Favorite
Days: 11-23 | From: $8,895/per person
World Explorer
Distinct and comfortable, refined and roomy modern expedition ship
Days: 8-20 | From: $14,995/per person
Ultramarine
An ultra-inspiring Polar expedition ship
Days: 11-23 | From: $11,876/per person
Ocean Albatros
Arctic and Antarctic cruises on a new eco-friendly, top-of-the-line luxury vessel
Days: 9 to 19 | From: $8,590
Sylvia Earle
A new, modern polar expedition vessel with extensive amenities
Days: 9-24 | From: $13,095/per person
Ocean Victory
A new expedition vessel for cruising Antarctica waters
Days: 10 or 19 | From: $7,985
National Geographic Explorer
A uniquely equipped ice-strengthened vessel
Days: 12 - 35 | From: $15,840/per person
Seaventure
A World-Class Small Ship Experience
Days: 13-33 | From: $9,675/per person
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Private: Janssonius
A Polar Class 6 ice-strengthened expedition vessel
Days: 10-23 | From: $5,950/per person
Expedition Vessels
These are more utilitarian vessels that are built for expedition cruising and provide good service with comfortable but basic accommodations.
Ocean Adventurer
A contemporary new polar expedition ship, one of the top in its class
Days: 8-20 | From: $8,495/per person
Ocean Endeavour
A Comfortable, Well-Appointed Small Expedition Ship
Days: 11-21 | From: $8,499/per person
Plancius
An ice-strengthened expedition vessel with comfort and character
Days: 11-20 | From: $9,450/per person
Ushuaia
An ice-strengthened polar expedition vessel originally built for NOAA
Days: 10-20 | From: $6,140/per person
Ortelius
An ice-strengthened ship that was formerly a Russian research vessel
Days: 11-21 | From: $10,700/per person
Ocean Nova
A modern & comfortable expedition vessel
Days: 8 & 10 | From: $13,595/per person
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