Antarctic Explorer Express
Gallery Expeditioners enjoying a shore excusion, Antarctica; Michael Baynes Zodiac in Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica; Michael Baynes Penguins at Portal Point,
Awe-inspiring Aventures
Save up to 20% off Antarctica 2023-24
Bring out your inner adventurer with Aurora Expeditions. Let our Expedition Team help you to push your boundaries while building deeper understanding and connection to some of the most awe-inspiring places in the natural world.
We are thrilled to announce a new 2023/24 Antarctic season for true adventure seekers. To celebrate, we are offering savings up to 20%* off all Antarctica voyages for 2023 & 2024.
Our purpose-built ships, the Greg Mortimer and the Sylvia Earle, are designed for discovery for an average of 132 passengers. Travelling in small groups means that, unlike on larger ships, you can join every excursion, with more opportunities to explore the natural environment on shore landings, Zodiac cruises, kayaking, snorkelling, diving and more.
We aim for multiple excursions and landings per day to maximise your time on shore, where you are free to explore your own way by participating in a wide range of unique activities.
Plus, you’ll enjoy our informal style and experiential approach to expedition cruising, delivered by our highly skilled expedition leaders and their teams.
New Season Brochure
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.
"I would (and already have) recommend Aurora Expeditions highly to anyone who is interested in a high quality, thoughtful exploration of Antarctica."
High quality, thoughtful explorationLise D. 
"Antarctica was on my bucket list for around 30 years and this trip met and sometimes exceeded all my expectations. Absolutely loved it."
Bucket ListKerrie C. 
"You can feel the true expedition vibe throughout the whole company. It is the best of both worlds, a very comfortable ship but with the expedition experience on top of mind."
True expedition vibe Katrijn B. 
Your Antarctic adventure awaits! View some of our top picks:
Circle and Weddell
Gallery Crabeater Seal at Horseshoe Bay; Massimo Bassano Ice Landscape, Pleneau & Port Charcot; Matt Horspool Fur Seal at Yankee
Antarctic Peninsula in Depth
The ultimate expedition to the Antarctic Peninsula that seeks to include visits to some well-known locations and opportunities for surprise
South Georgia & Antarctic Odyssey featuring the South Sandwich Islands
Gallery Elephant Seals, Salisbury Pain, South Georgia; Ian Wade Colony of Penguins on Iceberg, South Sandwich Islands, Antarctica; Shutterstock King
Deep Weddell following Nordenskjöld
Gallery Kayaking at Viewpoint, Antarctica; Massimo Bassano Crabeater Seals on floating ice, Devil Island, Weddell Sea, Antarctica; Michael Baynes Fur
Antarctic Explorer
Antarctic Explorer AEP167S is a FLY/FLY expedition that skips the Drake completely. Please refer to our Contingency Plans for Fly/Sail