
In Shackleton’s Footsteps
Gallery King penguins gathering beside a glacial stream, Salisbury Plain, South Georgia, Richard I’Anson Kayaking in Antarctica, Jamie
We are excited to release our brand new 2024-25 itineraries and brochure, celebrating the spirit of polar exploration and adventure to the epic white continent. With 25 departures, including multiple fly and sail options, there has never been a season with more ways to explore Antarctica.
Our 3 new itineraries are a true highlight of the upcoming season, featuring the stunning Chilean Fjords and In Shackleton’s Footsteps, retracing the steps of legendary explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton and his crew. For photography enthusiasts, the unique Spirit of Antarctica voyage departing on November 12th, 2024, is designed to enhance photography skills and capture incredible imagery. Our Peninsula in Depth voyage also returns, offering longer outings for snow sport activities.
Our purpose-built ships, the Greg Mortimer and the Sylvia Earle, are designed for discovery, carrying an average of 132 passengers. Travelling in small groups means that, unlike on larger ships, you can join every excursion, getting into the environment and exploring via our comprehensive activity program that includes Zodiac cruises, kayaking and scuba diving.
Enjoy our informal style and experiential approach to expedition cruising, delivered by our highly skilled Expedition Leaders and their teams.
Don’t miss out on our Early Bird savings of up to 25% off*. Reserve your place as early as possible to secure the best rates and the best staterooms. We can’t wait to share this incredible adventure with you!
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Dive into life changing adventures in Antarctica in our brand new brochure. Choose from 25 expeditions ranging from 9 to 23 days, including classic itineraries and three brand-new itineraries onboard the Greg Mortimer and our newest ship, the Sylvia Earle.
“The overwhelming feeling while in the Antarctic was that it was MORE...more majestic, more pristine, more beautiful, more fragile, more everything. I would absolutely recommend your company to anyone else considering a polar expedition. The entire trip was so much more than I could have imagined.”
S. GrieveAntarctica 2022-23 Season
“Antarctica is by far the premier wilderness destination on this planet. We absolutely loved everywhere we went... A superlative experience. We are very widely travelled over many years but this was our best trip ever!”
R. HughesAntarctica 2022-23 Season
"The whole experience was truly magical. I cannot imagine a better Antarctic tour operator. Everything was handled so well… we always got outings and the expedition team was so good at finding us cool spots to go to. I cannot recommend y’all enough, the trip was pure magic."
M. MatthewsAntarctica 2022-23 Season
Gallery King penguins gathering beside a glacial stream, Salisbury Plain, South Georgia, Richard I’Anson Kayaking in Antarctica, Jamie
Gallery Chilean Fjords, Tyson Mayr Blue-eyed shag, Neko Harbour, Graham Land, Antarctica, Richard I’Anson Iceberg rising above
Gallery Gentoo penguins coming ashore at Neko Harbour, Graham Land, Antarctica, Richard I’Anson Chilean Fjords, Tyson Mayr
Gallery Expeditioners enjoying a shore excusion, Antarctica; Michael Baynes Zodiac in Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica; Michael Baynes Penguins
Gallery Crabeater Seal at Horseshoe Bay; Massimo Bassano Ice Landscape, Pleneau & Port Charcot; Matt Horspool Fur
The ultimate expedition to the Antarctic Peninsula that seeks to include visits to some well-known locations and opportunities for surprise