Pole to Pole Cruises
Highlights
- See both the Arctic and Antarctic in one cruise
- Enjoy a tremendous variety of sightseeing across Earth’s polar, temperate, and tropical latitudes—glaciers to tropical rainforest
- Visit many different ports—some for overnight stays—across as many as five continents
- Experience some of the most celebrated coastlines on Earth, from the mountain-backed and iceberg-littered shores of the Antarctic Peninsula to the Strait of Gibraltar and the fjordlands of Norway, Chile, and Greenland
- Experience a grand traverse between the two polar zones that few travelers have ever completed
Trying to choose between the Arctic and the Antarctic? Well, it turns out you don’t have to: Why not make it a polar double-header? Pole-to-Pole Cruises take you on once-in-a-lifetime voyages that combine a crossing of the Arctic Circle with a visit to Antarctic waters on the opposite side of the world: certainly among the most unique, ambitious, and all-around unforgettable travel experiences one could possibly undertake.
The Arctic and Antarctic forays are (if you will) but the icing on the cake of these pole-to-pole expeditions: In between, you’ll visit dozens and dozens of ports spread across multiple continents. From the fjords of Chile to the fjords of Norway to the fjords of Greenland, from the mouth of the Amazon River to Casablanca, from Barcelona to Reykjavik, this is a bucket-list odyssey spanning well more than 100 days and including multiple extended overnight stays.
About Pole to Pole Cruises
Trying to choose between the Arctic and the Antarctic? Well, it turns out you don’t have to: Why not make it a polar double-header? Pole-to-Pole Cruises take you on once-in-a-lifetime voyages that combine a crossing of the Arctic Circle with a visit to Antarctic waters on the opposite side of the world: certainly among the most unique, ambitious, and all-around unforgettable travel experiences one could possibly undertake.
The Arctic and Antarctic forays are (if you will) but the icing on the cake of these pole-to-pole expeditions: In between, you’ll visit dozens and dozens of ports spread across multiple continents. From the fjords of Chile to the fjords of Norway to the fjords of Greenland, from the mouth of the Amazon River to Casablanca, from Barcelona to Reykjavik, this is a bucket-list odyssey spanning well more than 100 days and including multiple extended overnight stays.
Pole To Pole Map
Pole to Pole Cruise FAQs
Are there cruises that go from the North Pole to the South Pole?
Yes, exclusive pole-to-pole expeditions allow travelers to traverse the entire length of the globe from the Arctic to Antarctica.
What can I expect during a Pole to Pole cruise?
These once-in-a-lifetime cruises visit remote corners of both hemispheres, showcasing Earth’s most extreme environments, cultures, and ecosystems.
When is the best time to go on a Pole to Pole cruise?
Itineraries are timed to coincide with optimal polar seasons—Arctic summer and Antarctic summer—typically from July through February.
How long do Pole to Pole cruises typically last?
Pole to Pole expeditions can last 60 to 90 days, covering over 12,000 nautical miles as they cross the equator and multiple climate zones.
How much is a Pole to Pole cruise?
These ultra-premium expeditions range from $60,000 to over $150,000 USD.
What type of wildlife can I see on a Pole to Pole cruise?
From polar bears and walrus in the north to penguins, seals, and whales in the south, the biodiversity across this voyage is astonishing.
Yes, exclusive pole-to-pole expeditions allow travelers to traverse the entire length of the globe from the Arctic to Antarctica.
These once-in-a-lifetime cruises visit remote corners of both hemispheres, showcasing Earth’s most extreme environments, cultures, and ecosystems.
Itineraries are timed to coincide with optimal polar seasons—Arctic summer and Antarctic summer—typically from July through February.
Pole to Pole expeditions can last 60 to 90 days, covering over 12,000 nautical miles as they cross the equator and multiple climate zones.
These ultra-premium expeditions range from $60,000 to over $150,000 USD.
From polar bears and walrus in the north to penguins, seals, and whales in the south, the biodiversity across this voyage is astonishing.
Pole to Pole Expedition Ships
Travel on highly specialized ships capable of navigating vast distances and the most extreme polar realms, providing luxurious sanctuaries at sea.
Recommended Reading
The 5 Most Famous Polar Explorers—Of Both Poles—Of All Time
10 Most Famous Arctic & Antarctic Expeditions of All Time
Who Was The First Person To Reach The North Pole Really?
Amundsen & Scott: The Race To The South Pole & Its Discovery