We Are All Explorers ®
Expeditions to Antarctica, The Arctic & North Atlantic 2026 — 2028
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ABOUT POLAR LATITUDES EXPEDITIONS
WhatMakesUsDifferent.......................... 3 WeareallExplorers.............................. 5 Ourhistory..................................... 7 OurExpeditionTeam............................ 9 OurResponsibility.............................. 11
CITIZENSCIENCE....................... 17
A DAY IN THE POLAR REGIONS.. . . . . . . . . . . . 19
EXPEDITIONS
AntarcticPeninsula............................. 21 Falklands, So Georgia & Antarctica.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Greenland.................................... 33 Svalbard...................................... 41 Iceland....................................... 47 NorthAtlantic.......................... 49
ADVENTUREOPTIONS.................... 55
OURFLEET............................ 61
EXPEDITIONGEAR...................... 75
RATES&DATES......................... 77
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Growing, Expanding, and Staying True to Ourselves The big news: Polar Latitudes and Albatros Expeditions have joined forces and are now operating under one name, Polar Latitudes Expeditions, beginning with the summer 2026 Arctic season. This merger offers an exciting opportunity, as well as an important responsibility – to stay true to what has always made us both special: being companies that people genuinely want to travel with and work for, and emphasizing a shared spirit of exploration and discovery with everyone on board. As Polar Latitudes Expeditions, we can now offer more places to explore, more cabin options and amenities, and more itineraries – reaching life-changing destinations in Antarctica, across the Arctic, and beyond. Our combined fleet includes four exceptional vessels, from the classic expedition-style Ocean Nova to the future-forward Ocean Albatros and Ocean Victory, as well as our beloved Seaventure, which boasts one of the highest ice ratings among passenger ships. Together, these ships represent some of the lowest per-passenger carbon footprints in polar waters. What’s not changing are the things that matter most: our highly trained and experienced team, our focus on maximizing time off ship, and our commitment to protecting the environments and communities that make these journeys possible.
Every polar season is special, but this one promises to be extraordinary. We hope you’ll join us on this great adventure.
John McKeon Founder, Executive Chairman, Polar Latitudes Expeditions
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More Time Exploring No one offers a more immersive polar experience. Weather permitting, we’ll have you off the ship and exploring twice daily, for an average of six hours each day. From kayaking to camping, from hiking on foot to soaring overhead, everything we offer will bring you more intimately engaged with these incredible polar environments. A More Experienced Team Our expedition staff return season after season, bringing with them an average of twelve years’ experience. You’ll explore with polar veterans who know the regions intimately and can adjust to weather and ice conditions without interruption, ensuring unforgettable moments day in and day out. More Personalized Experience We offer a range of expedition ships, from ultra-modern to classic expedition style, with a wide choice of cabins, features, and amenities. Carrying between 80 and 178 guests, our ships maintain a guest-to-team ratio of between 7:1 and 8:1 – ensuring a small-ship, highly attentive experience on board, on the water, and on land. More Comaraderie From expedition team to onboard crew to fellow explorers, there is an unmistakable sense of connection both on board and off. Guests often say it feels like a family. You’ll join kindred explorers, sharing unforgettable moments, exchanging photographs and stories, and returning home with more than just memories – maybe even with new friends for life. More Positive Impact Like any good guest, we believe in leaving the places we visit better for having been there. That responsibility begins with one of the industry’s lowest carbon footprints and extends to meaningful engagement with the local communities we so depend on. A pioneering Citizen Science program, local scholarship initiatives, and cultural exchange with remote Inuit communities are among the efforts fundamental to our polar commitment. All Penguins Are Created Equal – All Voyages Are Not Browsing travel companies’ websites or brochures, the similarities are hard to miss: sculptural icebergs, majestic glaciers, abundant wildlife, dramatic mountains, and fascinating native communities. And honestly, those highlights will be there regardless of who you travel with. But that doesn’t mean all experiences will be the same. Here’s what you can expect from us:
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We Are All Explorers
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There’s something about the magnificent, mysterious, and rarely tread-upon polar regions that captures the heart, ignites the imagination, and instantly awakens the explorer’s spirit in everyone privileged enough to experience this part of the world. It’s easy to understand why so many legendary explorers are drawn to these places time and again – as you are now. Our job, as we see it, is to feed that explorer’s spirit every day at sea, in every way imaginable. It begins and ends with getting you off the ship and intimately engaged with the environment. Twice-daily outings, averaging six hours off ship, are among the longest offered by anyone. A deeply experienced team and our supremely ice-rated expedition ships prioritize opportunities that will distinguish your memories from all others. Both on board and off, no one delivers more Antarctica and the Arctic than we do, in a spirit of collaboration, camaraderie, and fun.
Get more from your upcoming polar adventure. Join us on the ultimate trip of a lifetime – not as a visitor or an observer, but as an explorer.
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1996
83 pax with ship Akademik Sergey Vavilov – first major venture on a full charter to Antarctica and Søren Rasmussen as Expedition Leader
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Albatros Travel becomes the first company to run a commercial expedition to the North-West Passage.
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1986
First commercial trip in history to Danmarkshavn in East Greenland with Grigoriy Mikheev.
Søren Rasmussen, biologist with a passion for travels to remote destinations and safaris, found Albatros Travel.
How Two Explorer-Led Legacies BECAME ONE
2013
First full season with 8 voyages aboard Corinthian II
2015
Citizen Science pro- gram launched
2010
Polar Latitudes is founded by John McKeon and Tachen Ting
Partnership with Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute established
2012
First three voyages aboard Ocean Nova
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2022
Purchases and refits expedition vessels: Ocean Victory and Ocean Atlantic
Maiden voyage of Ocean Victory to Antarctica. Søren offers Ocean Atlantic to Ukrainian refugees following the Russian - Ukrainian war
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Maiden voyage of Ocean Albatros to New Zealand; both ships meet in Antarctica
2019
With more expeditions to the Arctic and Antarctica, Albatros Expeditions is officially established
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Polar Latitudes Expedition is born. Two legacies, one vision, united in purposeful polar travel with the spirit of true exploration.
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First to sign on with PT- GA’s rigorous third-party training and assessment program
First expedition compa- ny to join Polar Citizen Science Collective
Acquired Seaventure and installed onboard Citizen Science Lab 2020
Began operating Island Sky and Hebridean Sky 2017
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An Expedition Team That’s Extraordinary in Multiple Ways Working in the polar regions demands a rare combination of skill, experience, and adaptability – and our expedition team brings all of that, and more. Beyond their deep expertise, broad range of talents, and enthusiasm for the places we visit that quickly spreads to everyone around them, they are quick to respond to changing weather or ice patterns, while always keeping an eye toward the next unforgettable opportunity. They also happen to be some of the nicest and most welcoming people – the kind you’ll enjoy exploring with by day, and sharing stories, meals, or an evening cocktail with after.
Gert van Dalen joined us as Expedition Leader in 2024, bringing with him a long and storied relationship with the natural world. Ever since he was young, Afrikaner Gert has displayed boundless curiosity towards the intricate relationships between biota. After graduating from the oldest technical high school in South Africa, he pursued his dream of working closely with wildlife. By age 20 he was managing his first game preserve, combining his two greatest passions – exposing people to nature’s greatest wonders, and safekeeping the same. In 2018, he traded Land Cruisers for Zodiacs, and has been sailing from pole to pole ever since.
Lori Gross brings a diverse background and set of skills to her role as Assistant Expedition Leader, including over two decades working in sustainable tourism and education, a thriving career as a photographer and guest speaker, and a travel resume covering all seven continents. Lori’s list of accomplishments includes securing major funding for magnet schools, designing interactive exhibits for nature centers and museums, developing field studies for teens, and winning several prestigious photography awards. But her greatest love remains Antarctica, and sharing it with all our guests.
Meet Some of Our Team In addition to their extraordinary
knowledge and experience, our team members are incredibly fascinating individuals, hailing from many countries, wttith diverse backgrounds, talents, and stories to share. Here are some of the Expedition Leaders who may be leading your next great polar adventure.
Danny Edmunds has worked as a photographer, diver, travel writer and Expedition Leader in some of the most remote parts of the world. He’s driven Zodiacs in every ocean, radio-tracked Spectacled Bears in the Ecuadorian Andes, surveyed horse-mussel beds off the Llyn Peninsula in North Wales, and updated the Bradt Guides to Mozambique and Spitsbergen. Danny spent 16 months living south of the Antarctic Circle working as a Boating Officer at Rothera, the British Antarctica survey base, and has twelve seasons’ experience aboard ships in the southern Ocean. Should you find yourself in a Zodiac with Danny, you’re have lots to talk about.
Maria Cashin has a deep love for the outdoors, and mountains in particular, that has taken her around the world for more than 30 years. Originally from the maritime province of Newfoundland, Maria earned a degree in Geology from the University of Calgary, and is a member of the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides. She has also owned and operated her own mountaineering company, Yamnuska Mountain Adventures. In 2012, she combined her professional qualifications, extensive guiding skills, and geology background to join the polar expedition industry, much to the delight of our wide-eyed guests.
Hannah Lawson has been sharing her love of birdlife and marine mammals aboard expedition ships since 1999. After studying zoology at the University of Liverpool, she worked as a wildlife artist and muralist in Africa for several years. Hannah later gained her Masters in Natural History Illustration from the Royal College of Art in London, while leading projects with the British Trust for Conservation Volunteers. She continues to pursue her art while working for us as a wildlife guide and expedition leader.
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Anthonie Luteijn is a passionate polar guide, surfer, and life-long ocean lover. His deep passion for travel has taken him around the world, and he particularly enjoys the diversity of different countries and the fascinating people he meets along the way. Anthone grew up in the southwestern part of the Netherlands, after which he moved to Delft, where he completed his Master’s Degree in Hydraulic Engineering at the Technical University of Delft. He has a coastal specialization, which embraces a great interest in Oceanography. To Anthonie, the ocean is a diverse and endlessly fascinating place that feels likje home.
Luyang Zhao joined us as Assistant Expedition Leader in 2019, and is now a highly skilled Expedition Leader. Born in Beijing, China, Luyang moved to Chile with his parents when he was still a teenager. He studied Cultural Tourism at the university there, earning his MBA, but soon discovered his dual passions when he began working as a translator and guide in the polar regions, where he could flex both his leadership talents and natural people skills. Luyang has a strong passion for the history of both Antarctica and the Arctic, and is fluent in English, Spanish and Mandarin Chinese. On board, he prefers to be called “Lu.”
Tania Jeken joined us 2024, but has been shining as an Assistant Expedition Leader ever since. Her passion for travel has taken her to more than 138 countries over the past twelve years, and in this time, her career has continually grown and developed, leading to her current role, sharing the fascinating polar regions with wide-eyed guests on behalf of Polar latitudes Expeditions. Tania was born in Cape Town, South Africa - and grew up on a farm in Herbertsdale along the Garden Route, where she developed her deep love for nature and the outdoors.
Maximiliano Gohde , born and raised in Ushuaia, has been working exclusively for us since 2023. His relationship with Antarctica began as a child, since his father worked for USARP aboard the M/V Hero, and would often share stories of the White Continent. Maximiliano’s fascinating past includes jobs as a snowboard instructor, a firefighter, and a helmsman on a motor sailing yacht. By the age of 26, his career path finally brought him back to Antarctica, and his passion for this untouched part of the world grows stronger with every journey. While his primary role is that of a guide, he is also well-versed in botany, birds and marine mammals.
Diego Punta Fernandez has worked exclusively with us since 2019. Diego is an avid birder and naturalist with more than a decade of polar experience. A resident of Patagonia, he has a long history of guiding groups to the most isolated and unique places in the world, such as Argentina’s El Chaltén, the Norwegian fjords, Svalbard, Greenland, Iceland, and Antarctica. Diego has developed many conservation projects in South Patagonia, and even finds time to run his own publishing company, 49Southphoto, which has published several guides to the flora and fauna of Patagonia, Antarctica, and the Arctic regions.
Nate Small makes his annual migration between Antarctica and the Arctic, following the Arctic Terns around the world each year. A veteran of nearly 100 polar voyages, Nate never tires of sharing his enduring passion for the natural world with our mesmerized guests. He is enthusiastic about all forms of wildlife (though he remains convinced he has close relatives in the whale family). An entrepreneur devoted to all things marine (and especially whale) related, Nate is co- founder of Marine Guide Training, and a co-owner and operator of Seasmoke Whale Watching in British Colombia. He is also an accomplished carpenter.
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Being Responsible at Sea, and Good Neighbors at Home
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For us, responsible travel means a lot of different things, like:
΄ Minimizing our environmental impact wherever possible , which we accomplish, in part, with one of the lowest carbon footprint-per-passenger ratios in Arctic waters. ΄ Onboard programs like our Green Initiative , which prioritize sustainability, biodegradability, and widespread use of recycled products. ΄ Supporting environmental NGOs with travel and logistical support throughout the year , and giving our guests a chance to engage in their own meaningful research through our pioneering Citizen Science Program. ΄ Giving back to the communities we so depend on , through education and internship programs, fundraising, and participation in local clean-up efforts. ΄ Engaging with and supporting the remote communities we visit , to foster better understanding of cultures unlike our own.
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A Responsibility That Extends Well Beyond the Bow of Our Ships We travel to some pretty amazing places, but we never lose sight of our responsibility to give, and not just take, from the incredible lands and people we so depend on. This responsibility is most acutely felt in Ushuaia, the southernmost city on earth, and our home port for the duration of every Antarctic season. Working with regional schools to develop scholarship and internship programs, engaging with international universities in post-graduate studies related to the polar cruise industry, supporting local, sustainable sources, and a ground team that is 100% Ushuaia- sourced, are some of the ways we’re not just in the community, but an active part of it. That same mutual respect and responsibility continues when we leave port. Visiting Inuit communities in Greenland, we work exclusively with local guides to not only support their livelihoods, but to ensure that we walk their streets and visit their landmarks respectfully. And we engage with local Inuit citizens, who volunteer to share their homes and stories with us, creating better understanding between our diverse cultures. Our smaller ships and lower per-passenger carbon footprint are other ways we respect the fragile environments we visit..
Our Ground Team: There for You, and for the Local Community Our unstoppable Ushuaia-based ground team handle a wide array of critical tasks; among them, ensuring that every aspect of your pre-voyage experience is handled with care, from airport transfer to hotel check- in to pre-voyage Q&A, to getting you to the ship on time and fully prepared. They are also active members of their Ushuaia community, and do an amazing job keeping all of us engaged through the many local programs they organize and support, including all the initiatives mentioned above.
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Some of the Community Programs We’re Engaged In
Beach Clean-Up in Ushuaia Our ground team works with civic organizations in regularly-scheduled clean-up efforts on local beaches, one of the many ways we participate in local efforts to serve the community. Ship Visits We organize ship visits for a number of local groups, ranging from primary and secondary school students to local authorities, with presentations tailored to their educational needs, career aspirations, and political support. Home Visits with Inuit Communities In an effort to create better understanding of native cultures, and enrich the overall travel experience for our guests and communities we visit, we arrange visits with Greenland community members, who welcome guests into their homes, typically with tea, sweets, and a bit of local lore.
Middle School Challenge with Escuela Julio Verne In this year-long competition, students competing in teams of two are tasked with creating a presentation that is Antarctica-themed, and judged for both its creativity and scientific insight. Winning team receives an internship on a voyage to Antarctica. Career Studies with Universidad de Tierra del Fuego In this post-degree program in development with Polar Latitudes Expeditions, students will have an opportunity to apprentice aboard our ships, where they’ll learn about career opportunities in the polar cruise industry. Supporting Rinconcito Del Fin De Mundo De Ayuda Y Contención We offer support to local women in need, through a range of initiatives, including local events and onboard auctions and raffles to raise money for clothing, food and school supplies for kids.
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A Pioneering Technology to Both Discover and Protect our Planet’s Most Awe-Inspiring Citizen A sudden whale sighting is bound to be a highlight of any polar voyage. But on occasion, direct whale encounters with ocean vessels can put these marvelous creatures at risk. In 2024, Polar Latitudes began teaming up with Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution to incorporate a state-of- the-art whale detection system on all our voyages. This technology helps us identify whales in our immediate area, increasing your opportunity to experience them up close, while increasing our ability to keep the Seaventure at a safe distance. A 10-Year Partnership with Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution We first began partnering with Woods Hole in 2015, providing cabins and logistical support for their critical research into the evolving feeding and migrating habits of Antarctica’s whale population. Another recently- formed partnership, with Oceanities, is aiding their scientists in efforts to document changes in penguin populations due to climate change. Without the kind of support we provide, ongoing research in hard to reach places like Antarctica would simply not be viable for NGOs like Woods Hole and Oceanities. Our relationship with these organizations not only helps enable their critical scientific research, but also enriches the experience and understanding of our guests, through the presentations and insight they provide.
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Citizen Science: Making a Difference on Every Voyage Citizen Science is a program we pioneered in 2013, as the very first polar operator to officially collaborate with The Polar Citizen Science Collective. Today, we‘re the only Expedition provider that offers this important data-collecting partnership to guests on every voyage. We team up with the collective on several projects, each playing a meaningful role in recording and better understanding the Arctic and Antarctic ecosystems and the impact of climate change. This is particularly helpful in the Antarctic, where we support long-term academic observation teams that would find it nearly impossible to be as ever-present on their own. The projects offered may vary slightly by voyage and scientific need, but all are equally important. Everyone is welcome to participate in any or all of the outings, and we typically hear that it was a highlight of their voyage. If interested , please see the onboard daily bulletin and join the scheduled Citizen Science Introduction Meeting at the start of your voyage. There is no cost involved.
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Ongoing Projects
Collecting Data for the South Georgia Big Seaweed Search The aim of this project, led by scientists from London’s Natural History Museum, is to study the seaweed diversity and distribution in South Georgia, assessing threats from climate change and invasive species. Cloud Observations for NASA Globe Observer By observing and recording cloud cover & type timed to NASA satellite fly-overs, we help scientists understand how surface and air temperature are affected by cloud cover, and how clouds respond to a changing climate. Phytoplankton Data for Scripps Institution of Oceanography By collecting phytoplankton samples in fjord systems along the Antarctic Peninsula, we help scientists obtain a seasonal picture of phytoplankton abundance, composition, and distribution, as well as how phytoplankton are influenced by (increasing) melt-water inflow from glaciers.
Seabird Surveys for the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and eBird
The project is building a long-term ecological monitoring program of seabirds in the Southern Ocean and along the Antarctic Peninsula. These recordings help researchers understand how birds use oceanic habitat, to discover new details about the lives of these remote species, and ultimately how their behavior and populations might be changing as a result of climate change. Secchi Disk Study for the Secchi Disk Foundation Measuring Secchi depth, a measure of the depth at which you lose water clarity, is another important indicator of the relative abundance of phytoplankton, critical to Antarctica’s food chain. Using a Secchi Disk, our Citizen Scientists record and report findings to The Secchi Disk Foundation in the UK.
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A Day at the Poles There’s no ‘typical day’ in the polar regions – every day brings something new – and that’s why we love it! But here is a little taste of what our guests might experience while exploring the polar region.
Early Morning Wake up, surrounded by unique and brand new landscape. As the morning unfolds, early risers begin to stir :some heading for hot coffee and pastries, others to the gym, and a few to the Observation Deck to soak up the view, while the Expedition Team busily prepares the Zodiacs for the day’s adventure. Breakfast awaits in the main restaurant, where a generous buffet offers everything you need to fuel your day.
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A DAY AT THE POLES
Late Morning Once breakfast is over, it’s time to explore! Activities typically take the form of Zodiac cruises on the water or landings ashore, sometimes in inhabited places such as villages or research stations, but more often in pristine wilderness. For extra variety, optional activities, workshops, and lectures will also be offered.
Early Afternoon After your first exploration, lunch is served in all our dining areas on board, and occasionally in our outer decks. We offer both a la carte and buffet options, with menus changing each day and always including vegetarian, and special dietary options. After lunch, you can relax, soak in the views from our saunas, and slowly get ready for the second adventure of the day!
17:00 - Relaxation Time
Evening Wrapping up the day, you’ll attend the
Afternoon Our Captain has positioned the ship at the next landing site, where guests can once again enjoy a Zodiac cruise and/or a landing to experience the destination up close— perhaps on a longer hike or by meeting locals and learning about polar life.
Expedition Leader’s Recap and Briefing, where you’ll learn the next day’s plans and highlights from the day. Next, dinner time! Gather with other fellow explorers and bond over delicious, ever-changing cuisine, laughter and shared once-in-a-lifetime experiences. Finally, spend a few hours to relax, before retiring to rest, ready for another day of adventure.
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Antarctic Peninsula
In the austral summer, the Antarctic Peninsula reveals a world of pristine beauty and raw adventure. Towering ice- clad mountains plunge into sapphire seas, and colossal icebergs drift like sculptures in the polar sun. In this otherworldly sanctuary, penguin colonies bustle along rocky shores, curious seals lounge on ice floes, and humpback whales surface slowly amid a stillness broken only by wind and water.
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EXPEDITIONS: ANTARCTIC PENINSULA, EARLY SEASON
ANTARCTICA SPRINGS TO LIFE 10 DAYS (8 nights on board) / Nov 2026 Experience Antarctica at its most pristine and life-affirming. This early-season voyage captures the raw, untouched beauty of the continent as it awakens from its long polar winter. In November, the Antarctic Peninsula is quiet and ethereal, blanketed in fresh snow and alive with seasonal energy. Penguin colonies begin their courtship rituals, seals haul out onto ice- strewn beaches, and sculptural icebergs glow beneath dramatic spring light. With fewer ships on the water this early in the season, you’ll feel as though you have Antarctica to yourself. Each landing offers a sense of discovery, revealing a landscape still shaped by winter and just beginning to stir with life. HIGHLIGHTS • Travel during peak whale season: humpback, minke, and orca whales frequently feed and play near the ship, often visible from the Zodiac • Explore bustling colonies of gentoo, chinstrap, and Adélie penguins on shore – now filled with fluffy chicks and busy adults • Step ashore at century-old whaling stations and Antarctic research bases, connecting with the human stories of polar history
SHIPS: Ocean Victory
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
AN EXTRA DAY TO EXPLORE Looking for a slightly longer journey? We also offer Exploring Antarctica’s Spring (11 days), which follows a similar route with an extra day of exploration on the Peninsula.
INCLUDED ACTIVITIES
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EXPEDITIONS: ANTARCTIC PENINSULA, CELEBRATION SEASON
CHRISTMAS SEASON IN ANTARCTICA 11 DAYS (9 nights on board) / Dec 2026 & 2027 Celebrate the greatest holiday season in the most inspiring place on earth. This 11-day voyage takes you into the heart of the austral summer, with long daylight hours and snow- dusted landscapes. Cruise through icy bays, hike along penguin-covered shores, and enjoy a special Christmas dinner aboard. Wildlife activity is in full swing – giant gentoo and chinstrap penguin rookeries teem with life – while volcanic islands like Deception Island add a dash of drama. This festive expedition blends holiday tradition with polar adventure in an unforgettable setting. HIGHLIGHTS • Enjoy a festive holiday feast and seasonal cheer, celebrating Christmas under the polar sun with fellow adventurers • Explore the South Shetland Islands, a wildlife-rich archipelago known for penguins, seals, and dramatic volcanic landscapes • Visit active penguin rookeries during peak nesting season and observe seabirds soaring overhead • Cruise by Zodiac through icy bays filled with sculptural icebergs and towering glacier fronts
SHIPS : Ocean Victory
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
MORE TIME TO EXPLORE Prefer to celebrate New Year’s instead? Our Celebrating the New Year’s in Antarctica (11 days) offers the same route, timed for festive adventure and a memorable start to the year.
INCLUDED ACTIVITIES
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EXPEDITIONS: ANTARCTIC PENINSULA, LATE SEASON
BEST OF ANTARCTICA’S WHALE SEASON 12 DAYS (10 nights on board) / Mar 2026 & 2027 Experience all that Antarctica has to offer, headlined by its most magnificent residents . Timed for peak whale activity, this late-summer voyage offers unforgettable encounters with feeding humpbacks, orcas, and minke whales amid glassy seas. Penguin colonies bustle with activity, seals lounge along icy shores, and golden light casts a warm glow over sculpted icebergs and glacier-lined bays. With fewer ships on the water, the wilderness – and the whales – will feel as though they’re there just for you. HIGHLIGHTS • Travel during peak whale season: humpback, minke, and orca whales frequently feed and play near the ship, often visible from the Zodiac • Explore bustling colonies of gentoo, chinstrap, and Adélie penguins on shore – now filled with fluffy chicks and busy adults • Step ashore at century-old whaling stations and Antarctic research bases, connecting with the human stories of polar history SHIPS: Seaventure
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
A MORE TIME-EFFICIENT OPTION Prefer a shorter journey? Our Antarctica’s Whale Season (11 days) delivers the same thrilling wildlife encounters and peak whale activity, all in a tighter, time-efficient itinerary.
INCLUDED ACTIVITIES
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EXPEDITIONS: ANTARCTIC PENINSULA, EARLY SEASON
MORE CIRCLE CROSSING OPTIONS
Looking to time your journey with the holiday season? Our New Year’s Antarctic Circle Crossing (13 days) lets you celebrate the New Year amid glaciers and penguins as you sail south of the Circle. For an even deeper dive, our Ultimate Antarctic Circle Crossing (15 days) adds two extra days for exploring farther into remote coves, ice-laden bays, and less-visited landing sites.
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CROSSING THE ANTARCTIC CIRCLE 13 DAYS (11 nights on board) / Jan & Feb 2026 & 2027 Be among the very few who will venture to the most southern reaches of Antarctica. Join us on this ultimate Antarctic expedition – a 13-day voyage into the furthest reaches and greatest wonders of the Antarctic Peninsula. Charting a course deep into the Southern Ocean, our goal, weather and ice permitting, is to cross the legendary 66°33’ S Antarctic Circle. Along the way, ice and glaciers grow ever more dramatic, and each horizon may bring wildlife encounters with penguins, seals, and even humpback or orca whales. Every Zodiac cruise and shore landing immerses you in Antarctica’s wild, untamed beauty. Reaching the Circle itself becomes the expedition’s crowning moment, placing you among the rare few who have ventured this far south. HIGHLIGHTS • Explore the Peninsula’s pristine waterways by Zodiac – from the glassy Lemaire Channel to ice-choked bays – surrounded by towering glaciers and snow-dusted peaks • Push toward 66°33 S – the Antarctic Circle – and celebrate entering polar legend. Achieving this rarefied latitude places you among the few explorers who have ventured this far • Discover Antarctica’s history at remote outposts: visit century- old explorer huts (such as Damoy Point) and modern research stations, each adding a human story to the vast polar wilderness • Immerse yourself in daily polar adventure with multiple shore landings, optional sea kayaking among icebergs, and even the chance to camp under the midnight sun
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INCLUDED ACTIVITIES
SHIPS: Ocean Albatros & Ocean Victory
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Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica
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Stretching beyond the Southern Ocean, the Falkland Islands and South Georgia reveal a realm of wild wonders. On the windswept shores of the Falklands, rockhopper and gentoo penguins share secluded beaches with basking fur seals, while black-browed albatross wheel overhead. Farther south, South Georgia greets you with snow-dusted peaks, deep fjords, and beaches alive with tussling elephant seals and vast colonies of king penguins. These untamed outposts stir the spirit and ignite a lasting sense of wonder for the planet’s wildest corners.
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EXPEDITIONS: FALKLANDS, SO GEORGIA & ANTARCTICA, MID SEASON
EXTENDED FALKLANDS, SOUTH GEORGIA & ANTARCTIC CIRCLE 23 DAYS (21 nights on board) / Dec 2026 Experience all the best of three iconic polar regions on this epic 23-day expedition. Begin in the Falkland Islands, where wind-blown moors host gentoo, rockhopper, and Magellanic penguins – and even king penguins – alongside immense black-browed albatross. Then sail to legendary South Georgia, a craggy wilderness often called the Serengeti of the Southern Ocean, where vast colonies of king penguins crowd the beaches and massive elephant and fur seals rumble ashore. As December 31st comes to a close, we’ll raise a toast under the midnight sun and welcome the New Year in truly epic fashion, surrounded by icebergs, glaciers, and perhaps a passing whale or two. From there, it’s on to the Antarctic Peninsula and the legendary Antarctic Circle. Spanning an extraordinary range of latitudes and ecosystems, this voyage offers a rare chance to experience the full sweep of the Southern Ocean in a single, unforgettable journey. HIGHLIGHTS • Celebrate the New Year on an epic expedition across the Southern Ocean, journeying through three of the planet’s most iconic polar regions • Explore the Falkland Islands, discovering windswept coastlines, remote settlements, and a rich maritime history at the edge of the South Atlantic • Discover South Georgia’s wildlife wonderland: towering king penguin colonies and hundreds of elephant and fur seals • After exploring Antarctica, seek to cross the legendary Antarctic Circle, completing one of the most comprehensive and ambitious polar expeditions available
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INCLUDED ACTIVITIES
SHIPS: Ocean Albatros & Ocean Victory
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EXPEDITIONS: FALKLANDS, SO GEORGIA & ANTARCTICA,, MID SEASON
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FALKLAND ISLANDS, SOUTH GEORGIA & ANTARCTICA 20 DAYS (18 nights on board) / Jan & Feb 2027 Feast your eyes on the greatest wildlife spectacle in the Southern Ocean, followed by all the majesty and wildlife of Antarctica. The sub-Antarctic Falkland Islands and South Georgia are home to some of the most unique and abundant wildlife species on earth. With beaches covered in fur seals, elephant seals, and hundreds of thousands of penguins, it’s one of the most jaw-dropping nature scenes you will ever experience. Explore historic Falklands sites and Grytviken’s whaling relics, including Sir Ernest Shackleton’s grave. Share a moment of silent tribute to “The Boss” before cruising Antarctic channels packed with glaciers, whales and icebergs. HIGHLIGHTS • The Falklands host five penguin species and the world’s largest Black-browed Albatross colonies amid their tussock grass islands and rocky shores • Explore Stanley, the charming capital: see braying Magellanic Penguins at Gypsy Cove and even coastal war relics as you stroll this sheltered harbor • South Georgia’s beaches teem with life: tens of thousands of King and Rockhopper Penguins mingle with massive herds of Elephant and Fur Seals below ice-topped mountains • Visit historic Grytviken and the graveyard of polar hero Sir Ernest Shackleton • Continue south via the South Shetland Islands to the Antarctic Peninsula, exploring ice-filled bays, glaciers, and remote polar landscapes by Zodiac and on foot
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SHIPS: Seaventure, Ocean Albatros, & Ocean Victory
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Greenland
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Exploring Greenland is to journey into a world of raw beauty and profound remoteness - an Arctic frontier that leaves every adventurer humbled and inspired. Vast and enigmatic, Greenland beckons with a wilderness of superlatives. Colossal glaciers and cathedral-like icebergs drift through deep fjords, shaping a breathtaking landscape under the summer midnight sun. Here, Inuit traditions and traces of Viking saga endure amid silent tundra and vibrant village life.
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EXPEDITIONS: GRENLAND
GREENLAND TO ICELAND: ARCTIC EXPLORER 12 DAYS (11 nights on board) / Jul 2027
Breathtaking fjords, remote Inuit villages, and powerful reminders off Viking history await on this journey from Greenland to Iceland. Travel from Kangerlussuaq to Reykjavík, exploring the colorful capital of Nuuk, glacier-carved South Greenland, and the icy peaks of Skjoldungen Fjord. Visit East Greenland’s Inuit communities, cruise through iceberg-laden Sermilik Fjord, and cross the Denmark Strait after tracing the Norse route in modern comfort. HIGHLIGHTS • Visit the homes of Greenland’s Inuit people and learn first- hand about their fascinating lives and culture • Spend a day in Nuuk, Greenland’s surprisingly vibrant capitol, where traditional and modern life co-exist harmoniously • Walk in the footsteps of Vikings at Brattahlíð (Qassiarsuk), Erik the Red’s 10th-century farm, and at Igaliku’s medieval church ruins • Navigate the spectacular Prins Christian Sund, a glacier-lined waterway teeming with icebergs, and sail into the dramatic, peak-ringed Skjoldungen Fjord • Explore East Greenland’s wild side: visit the isolated Inuit settlements of Tasiilaq and Kuummiut and a haunting World War II base at Ikateq • Cross the Denmark Strait to Reykjavík, scanning for breaching whales and soaring seabirds as you conclude your Arctic adventure
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SHIPS: Ocean Victory
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EXPEDITIONS: GRENLAND
COMPLETE EAST GREENLAND 12 DAYS (11 nights on board) / Sep 2027 Discover East Greenland’s spectacular untamed beauty on this voyage through glaciers, Inuit communities, and vast Arctic wilderness. Wild. Rugged. Remote. Pristine. Words that describe — yet still fail to capture — the majesty of one of the wildest regions on planet Earth. The flickering aurora borealis, immense glaciers, precipitous mountains, and iconic Arctic species are just some of the wonders we hope to encounter along the wild shores of Earth’s largest island. In this vast and seldom-visited landscape, every landing offers a new perspective on nature at its most powerful and unspoiled. Blending ancient culture, mind-boggling natural beauty, and unforgettable wildlife encounters, this voyage showcases the very best of the Arctic’s greatest wilderness. HIGHLIGHTS • Immerse yourself in authentic East Greenlandic culture, from the community life of Tasiilaq to the remote village of Ittoqqortoormiit • Explore Northeast Greenland National Park, the world’s largest national park, in search of elusive Polar Bears, Musk Oxen, Arctic foxes, and other wildlife • Cruise through ice-choked fjords and past towering glaciers along the dramatic Blosseville Coast, where sharp mountains meet the sea • Marvel at the Northern Lights dancing across the Arctic sky on crisp autumn nights • Feel the thrill of true exploration in a pristine wilderness that few ever experience – a journey to one of the planet’s last untouched frontiers
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SHIPS: Ocean Albatros
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EXPEDITIONS: GRENLAND
GREENLAND: DISKO BAY & ILULISSAT 7 DAYS (6 nights on board) / Jun - Jul 2027
Venture into Greenland’s spectacular Disko Bay, where icebergs tower, Inuit culture thrives, and the world you know feels light years away. You’ll visit colorful villages, glide past calving glaciers, and stand in awe at the UNESCO-listed Ilulissat Icefjord. From volcanic Disko Island to vibrant Sisimiut, this West Greenland voyage captures the heart of the Arctic. Each day reveals a landscape shaped by ice and sea, where nature sets the pace and moments of quiet wonder unfold. Along the way, encounter whales, seabirds, and local traditions that bring Greenland’s wild coast vividly to life. HIGHLIGHTS • Cruise among the gigantic icebergs of Ilulissat Icefjord, a UNESCO World Heritage site fed by Greenland’s most prolific glacier • Take a Zodiac safari along Disko Island’s rugged coast, beneath basalt cliffs and cascading waterfalls on shores rich with Arctic tundra flora • Feel the thunderous roar of Eqip Sermia Glacier as it calves into the sea, witnessing nature’s power from a safe, up-close vantage • Visit Sisimiut’s colorful harbor (Greenland’s second-largest town) and the tiny settlement of Itilleq to experience local Inuit culture and traditions • Under the midnight sun, watch for humpback, minke, and fin whales flocking to Disko Bay’s summer waters – here, the whales can even outnumber the icebergs SHIPS: Ocean Victory
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EXPEDITIONS: GREENLAND
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GREENLAND EXPLORER 12 DAYS (11 nights on board) / Aug 2026 & Jun 2027 Explore the storied coasts of Earth’s largest island on this immersive voyage from Reykjavík to Kangerlussuaq. Join us as we cross the Denmark Strait to East Greenland’s remote fjords and Inuit communities, where colorfully-painted houses brighten the hillsides with a mosaic of blues, yellows, greens and reds. Then we’ll continue through the glacier-carved passages of Skjoldungen and Prins Christian Sund. Explore Viking ruins at Brattahlíð and Igaliku, visit Nuuk’s colorful and surprisingly modern capital, and cruise beneath the towering cliffs of Eternity Fjord. Each day reveals a new chapter in Greenland’s epic blend of nature, culture, and legend. HIGHLIGHTS • Sail the legendary route of Erik the Red from Iceland to Greenland, following the path of the Norse Vikings in modern comfort • Experience East Greenland’s culture and history with visits to Tasiilaq, Kuummiut, and the haunting WWII ruins of Ikateq • Cruise through South Greenland’s most stunning fjords, including the serene Skjoldungen and glacier-lined Prins Christian Sund • Step into Viking history at Brattahlíð (Qassiarsuk) and Igaliku, where ancient stone ruins and reconstructed buildings tell the story of Greenland’s Norse settlers • Explore the contrast of Greenland’s modern and traditional life, from Nuuk’s colorful capital to the remote charm of Kangaamiut and the dramatic cliffs of Eternity Fjord
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SHIPS: Ocean Victory
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Svalbard
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Set just a few hundred miles from the North Pole, Svalbard is an Arctic wilderness like no other - a realm of sprawling glaciers, ice-cloaked fjords and snow-capped peaks at the top of the world. Here, polar bears roam the ice and walruses lounge on shores beneath the endless midnight sun. Remote and raw, this untouched archipelago offers adventurers an Arctic frontier of breathtaking solitude and wildlife encounters found nowhere else on Earth.
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EXPEDITIONS: SVALBARD
SVALBARD EXPRESS 7 DAYS (6 nights on board) / May - Jul 2027
Embark on a thrilling one-week voyage into the High Arctic paradise of Svalbard. Board our ice-strengthened expedition ship, Ocean Albatros, for an unforgettable journey through Svalbard’s pristine wilderness, cruising among whales, Polar Bears, Walruses, and millions of spectacular seabirds. On this unforgettable voyage, we’ll be exploring the many wonders of high summer in the Arctic, when reindeer and Arctic foxes prepare for winter and seabird cliffs teem with life. Designed for exploration, this ship navigates as close as possible to the northern pack ice, the favored summer habitat of polar bears, while also visiting accessible locations along Svalbard’s coast kept navigable by the warm Gulf Stream. From wildlife hotspots to eerie historical sites, glittering icebergs to breathtaking glaciers, this voyage offers a true immersion into nature’s high- Arctic paradise. HIGHLIGHTS • Explore historic whaling stations at Smeerenburg and Ytre Norskøya, relics of Svalbard’s past • Marvel at the bird cliffs of Alkefjellet and spot Walrus on the remote polar desert shores of Torellneset • Cruise into beautiful Liefdefjorden to witness the towering Monaco Glacier and visit the rustic trapper cabin at Texas Bar • Visit Ny-Ålesund, the world’s northernmost research town, and explore the abandoned mining camp of Ny London for a glimpse into Arctic history • Keep an eye out for potential Polar Bear sightings, a highlight of any Svalbard expedition.
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SHIPS: Ocean Albatros
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EXPEDITIONS: SVALBARD
SVALBARD: NORTH TO THE MIDNIGHT SUN 8 DAYS (7 nights on board) / May - Aug 2026 & 2027 Experience the magic of Svalbard under the Midnight Sun on our classic 7-night Arctic expedition. Join us aboard the Ocean Albatros for an unforgettable journey through Svalbard’s breathtaking fjords and ice-choked bays, cruising among whales, Walruses, Polar Bears, and countless seabirds under 24-hour daylight. This voyage is crafted to showcase the very best of Svalbard: we’ll venture as far north as the sea ice allows, tracing the footsteps of legendary explorers. Warmed by the Gulf Stream, Svalbard’s western coast stays navigable in summer, granting access to rich wildlife havens and dramatic landscapes. From bustling seabird colonies to serene glacier fronts, every day offers a new adventure in the land of the midnight sun. HIGHLIGHTS • Visit Ny-Ålesund, Earth’s northernmost community of scientists and explorers, steeped in polar history • Spot iconic Arctic wildlife in their natural habitat – watch for Walrus, Svalbard Reindeer, and Polar Bears roaming freely • Venture into the edge of the Arctic pack ice for a true high- latitude adventure • Explore Svalbard from every angle: enjoy guided shore hikes, paddle alongside icebergs on optional kayak excursions, and thrill to Zodiac cruises • Take in the unique atmosphere of Longyearbyen, Svalbard’s frontier town brimming with Arctic charm and vibrant summer energy
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SHIPS: Ocean Albatros
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EXPEDITIONS: SVALBARD
FOUR ARCTIC ISLANDS 13 DAYS (12 nights on board) / Aug 2027
Discover the Arctic’s wild diversity on this epic island- hopping adventure. We begin in the bustling city of Longyearbyen, and from there we will explore the majestic high Arctic islands of Svalbard, where glaciers, fjords, and bird cliffs teem with life, and keep watch for Walrus and Polar Bears. Cross to remote Jan Mayen, a surreal volcanic outpost crowned by Mount Beerenberg. In East Greenland, explore the staggering fjords of Scoresbysund and visit the isolated and culturally fascinating Inuit community of Ittoqqortoormiit. Your journey ends in Reykjavík, Iceland’s vibrant capital and gateway to the north. HIGHLIGHTS • Experience four distinct Arctic worlds in one epic voyage (Svalbard, Jan Mayen, Greenland, and Iceland) • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit, a remote Inuit village on East Greenland’s coast, and meet a community at the edge of the world • Sail deep into Scoresbysund, the world’s largest fjord system, amid towering icebergs and spectacular glacial scenery • Set foot on Jan Mayen, an isolated volcanic island crowned by Mount Beerenberg, the northernmost volcano on the planet • Enjoy adventurous Zodiac cruises among glittering icebergs and guided hikes across the tundra in search of Arctic wildlife and serene vistas • Cross the Greenland Sea with expert naturalists on deck, scanning for whales, seabirds, and dramatic Arctic light
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SHIPS: Ocean Albatros
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Iceland Forged by fire and ice, Iceland is a land of stark contrasts – where glaciers spill from volcanoes into fjords and geothermal springs steam beside ancient lava fields. Four-fifths of the island remains uninhabited wilderness, alive with natural wonders and wildlife: whales breach in icy seas, puffins crowd sea cliffs, and waterfalls thunder over rugged, mossy terrain.
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EXPEDITIONS: ICELAND
HIGHLIGHTS OF ICELAND 8 DAYS (7nights on board) / Jun 2027
Experience the full breadth of Iceland’s elemental beauty on this 8-day coastal adventure. Departing from Reykjavík, you’ll circumnavigate a land where fire and ice collide – encountering vast glaciers, steaming lava fields, and thunderous waterfalls. Join us as we venture into the fjord-laced northwest to Ísafjörður, then cross into the Arctic Circle at puffin-covered Grímsey. In Húsavík, keep watch for breaching whales in a bay known for its rich marine life. Continue to Djúpivogur, where black-sand beaches stretch beneath misty cliffs, and explore the volcanic Westman Islands, where Heimaey’s lava flows tell stories of fire and resilience. This unforgettable journey showcases Iceland’s raw, untamed beauty – where nature speaks in geysers, glaciers, and glowing skies, complemented by vibrant coastal towns, diverse wildlife, and entrancing culture. HIGHLIGHTS • Stand atop the Arctic Circle at Grímsey and behold vast colonies of Atlantic puffins • Traverse the waters of Húsavík to spot breaching humpback whales and sleek pods of orca • Stroll Djúpivogur’s river-sculpted black-sand beach, a magnet for Arctic terns and other fascinating seabirds • Explore Heimaey’s volcanic landscapes: climb Eldfell’s cooled lava fields and watch Atlantic puffins swirl above Surtsey’s sea stacks • Enjoy Reykjavík’s lively harborfront and Nordic design – an ideal complement to the voyage’s wild scenery
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SHIPS: Ocean Victory
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