Antarctica Cruise Deals

Many of our guests fulfill lifetime polar dreams at the very last minute—in the wilds of Antarctica or in the remote Arctic. All of our special offers feature voyages departing in 90 days or less—with discounts ranging from 15% to 40% off the brochure price!

Superior Twin & Double, Junior Suite and Owner’s Suite
Single interior, Triple interior, Twin interior, Twin Porthole, Single Porthole

Book now & save 10%

Eligible passengers shall receive 10% off per person on guaranteed departures of the following small-group tours, for select dates departing between January 11 and February 8, 2025

Eligible passengers shall receive 25% off per person on guaranteed departures on selected itineraries , for select dates departing between October 22 2024 – January 2 2025

Through June 30, save up to 45% on must-see destinations like Antarctica, Greenland, and Svalbard!

Last Minute Promotion: Enjoy 50% off of all available cabin types

Embark on an Antarctic expedition with our exclusive offers that redefine adventure. Picture this: savings of up to 20% – or a staggering USD $7,220 – and to sweeten the deal even more, a USD $2,000 Air Credit to help make your wildest travel dreams a reality.

Experience some of the best wildlife hotspots in the Southern Hemisphere, combining the classic Antarctic Peninsula with two visually stunning sub-Antarctic islands – both excellent for viewing marine mammals and exotic seabirds, including numerous penguin species.

Our most far-ranging expedition sails the breadth of the Atlantic, visiting some of the most remote islands in the world. Not only do you have the chance to see multiple marine species, but you might also encounter exotic seabirds seldom seen in other areas.

This enchanting expedition takes you through waters inhabited by humpback, minke, and fin whales, not to mention all the seals and penguins you might encounter closer to shore.

Enjoy up to 50% off on select voyages.

Enjoy a $6,000 per person reduction on the January 1-10, 2024 Polar Circle Air-Cruise on selected cabins.

Enjoy Early Bird rates of up to 25% off select 2025-26 voyages

To celebrate the launch of  2025/26 Antarctica Season, we would like to celebrate with 15% off of all available cabin types on all of Ocean Albatros & Ocean Victory’s 2025/26 Antarctic Departures!

Get a jump start on an all-inclusive adventure with the comfort of our special prices

Explore the untamed beauty of this world’s most captivating regions, and save up to 40% on select voyages to Antarctic. Experience adventure-filled expeditions which immerse you in one-of-a-kind experiences in remote destinations such as the Falkland Islands, and more. Witness epic wildlife, fascinating cultures, and breathtaking landscapes with the best expedition team in the Polar Regions.

Family members of all generations can adventure in Antarctica. Save up to 50% off* your child’s voyage and save on your next family cruise. Book today!

A child (under 16 years) accompanied by two adults can travel free of charge in a triple Superior cabin or triple Suite.

Kids travel free with adults when sharing the same cabin

Children 15 years and under travel FREE when accompanying an adult. 1 child free per adult.

Share At No Extra Cost or No Single Supplement!

We invite you to take the plunge into extraordinary travel as a solo traveler. Aboard the relaxed environment of these small expedition ships forming new connections is easy while you’re discovering some of the most awe-inspiring places on earth.

Whether exploring a geological marvel, enjoying a guided wildlife walk, or immersing yourself in the local culture, enjoy exploring alongside a small group of like-minded travel companions who share a passion for the natural world and a lust for adventure.

No Single Supplement on Selected Cabins

The supplement for single usage of a double cabin is waived, according to availability and staterooms categories.

With this solo traveler deal you can explore some of the most remote, unrivaled wonders of the world without paying any single supplement charges on select cabins. Explore more of the world without paying more than your fellow travelers!

No Single Supplement on Twin & Double Window Cabin Solo Use

Mikaa Mered is a geopolitologist, award-winning author, university lecturer and seasoned public speaker specialized in the Polar-Climate-Hydrogen nexus, at the intersection of space, place, security, and trade flows, with a neo-institutionalist approach.

With 15 years of experience on Arctic and Antarctic affairs, Mikaa lectures on Polar geopolitics at the French War College and Sciences Po. Formerly a consultant on Polar political risks (2012-2015), advisor to the French Senator for sub-Arctic territory Saint-Pierre-and-Miquelon (2015-2017), expert-evaluator on Polar affairs to the European Commission (2016-2021), and secretary-general of Sciences Po’s Chair on Overseas Territories (2021-2022), he notably created the French Polar Cluster (2014), the Paris Arctic Breakfasts (2018) and the Victor Awards for Polar Commitment (2021).

In 2019, Mikaa wrote the first-ever double-dictionary dedicated to Polar geopolitics, Les Mondes polaires (“The Polar worlds”, French University Press), recipient of two awards, and has since been scientific advisor to several internationally-broadcast documentaries on Polar geopolitics. Altogether, he has delivered more than 250 presentations on Polar affairs in 20 countries.

A member of the Standing Committee on the Humanities and Social Sciences of the Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research (HASS-SCAR), Mikaa contributes in 2023 to an international research effort questioning the concept of “Antarctic ambassadorship” related to tourism.

Join Photo Ambassador and full-time professional travel and wildlife photographer with 25 years’ experience and over six thousand publications to her credit Cindy Miller Hopkins aboard L’Austral.

Her images can be seen on the pages of thousands of textbooks, travel brochures, calendars, fine art prints, consumer products, U.S. and international magazines, and newspapers. Her freelance, assignment and workshop career has taken her to all seven continents and to over 150 countries. Her 2018 shot of 5-species of penguins in one frame is thought to be the only one like it in the world and is currently the lead image in a campaign to fully protect South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands.

Along with her stock photography business, Cindy teaches digital photography classes, works as a professional photographer & guest lecturer on expedition ships and leads photo safaris around the world. She is past president of the NANPA (North American Photography Association) Foundation Board and is an active Foundation Board member for over 20 years.

On average, Cindy is out of the country over 200 days a year. When not traveling, she lives at home with her husband in Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA.

Join writer and President of the Icelandic Association of Tourist Guides Fridrik Rafnsson aborad Le Commandant Charcot. He was President of the Alliance Française from 2007 to 2012 and is one of the founders of the Charcot Museum in Sandgerdi, founded in 2007. He was awarded the Chevaler des Arts et des Lettres in 2009, and has translated some fourty five literary works from French into Icelandic.

Join entrepreneur, author, and “Climate Solver” Don Maruska on a select Spirit of Antarctica sailing.

Don encourages people around world to take climate action and to have fun while doing it. Since 2003, he has brought together people from scientific, environmental, business, government and community organisations to boost awareness, actions, and advocacy for stewardship of natural resources.

A Master Certified Coach who helps others succeed, he has appeared on over 30 radio and TV stations and authored many books including “How Great Decisions Get Made” and “Solve Climate Change Now: Do What You Love for a Healthy Planet”, which shares practical and fun ways to take action for a healthy climate.

Join the Founder of the very expedition cruise company—and who your ship is named after no less—aboard the Greg Mortimer’s Antarctica Complete itinerary this December. Greg will be joining this classic expedition as your Expedition Leader.

Since scaling some of the world’s highest mountains, Greg has been awarded with an Order of Australia (OAM) for his services to mountaineering, along with three Australian Geographic Society Medals. He was also recently named as one of Australia’s 50 Greatest Explorers and hosted a sold out night at the Australian Museum where he spoke about his defining moments as a mountaineer.

Greg’s passion for adventure didn’t stop at mountain-climbing. In fact, it was after he set sail to Antarctica, that his love for expedition cruising was ignited. Wanting to share his incredible experiences with like-minded wanderers of the world, Greg and his wife, Margaret decided to set up their very own expedition cruise company.

In 1992, Greg and his team embarked on their first voyage to Antarctica together as this new company. The voyagers were able to adapt quickly to changing weather conditions thanks to the flexibility of being in such an intimate and dynamic-sized group, allowing them to make landings in places that many others could not.

Now, over 30 years on, the company still leads smaller groups to remote & breathtaking destinations all over the world, including the ice-laden Antarctic Peninsula and awe-inspiring Arctic.

Joing writer and journalist, Dominique Le Brun, who has devoted numerous books and articles to the maritime world in all its aspects. He himself has been sailing since his childhood, and that is why, after studying law, he turned away from the professional way that was open to him to become a skipper and yacht deliverer.

The experiences and adventures he lived through during this type of sailing inspired his first reports in the nautical press: he thus became a freelance journalist and author of cruising guides. These first publications led Dominique Le Brun to realize that beyond sailing, his true passion was for maritime culture.

From then on, enriching his reports with research work, themselves reinforced by his experience as a sailor, he conducted a systematic study of all the major themes inspired by the oceans. His essays, biographies, anthologies, stories and reports deal with the exploration of the planet sea, marine literature and painting, the trades and traditions of the sea… Today’s pressing current events direct his centers of interest towards the evolution of climates and geostrategic questions. It is therefore not surprising that he is particularly interested in the poles, to which he has already devoted five books.

Dominique Le Brun is a member of the group of Marine Writers, a permanent guest of the Académie de Marine and a Knight of the Order of Maritime Merit.

Dominique Le Brun will give several lectures including:

– Jean-Baptiste Charcot, a whole life guided by a passion for the poles.

– The first expedition to Antarctica: Le Français.

– The second Antarctic expedition : the Pourquoi-Pas ?

Join internationally renowned, Australian photographer Peter Eastway on upcoming Antarctic voyages.

An AIPP Grand Master of Photography, a Fellow and an Honorary Fellow of the Australian Institute of Professional Photography, and a Fellow and Honorary Fellow of the New Zealand Institute of Professional Photography, Peter has been involved in photographic magazine publishing for over 30 years. He establishing his own title, Australia’s Better Photography Magazine, in 1995 and subsequently won the 1996 and 1998 AIPP Australian Professional Photographer of the Year awards.

He was the author of the Lonely Planet’s Guide to Landscape Photography and his photography has recently featured on the cover of the Lonely Planet’s guide to Australia, in articles in the Qantas in flight magazine, and in an Apple television commercial. His work has been published and exhibited internationally (USA, UK, Japan, Germany, Greece, India, New Zealand and Australia) so you are sure to pick up some expert tips!

Ian Dawson

Join Photo Ambassador, award-winning photographer, film maker and guide with a passion for the remote regions of our planet, Ian Dawson aboard Le Commandant Charcot.

A fine art graduate, he has spent his career in the national media, both as a photojournalist and picture editor. He has covered everything from conflict, travel, the Royal Family and celebrities of stage and screen and many other commissions.

He has been active within Scottish Mountain Rescue for over 20 years as a medic with responsibility for training. He was recognized for his work in this field having been awarded both The Queen’s Diamond & Platinum Jubilee Medals.

Ian is a member of the Guild of Picture Editors, the British Association of Ski Patrollers, the Royal Photographic Society and the UK Mountain Leader Board. His photographic work is represented by Getty Images.

When not sharing his love of wild places, Ian lives with his family in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, Scotland.

Sue Flood

Award-winning photographer, filmmaker and public speaker Sue Flood aboard L’Austral. Her work takes her all over the world but she has a special passion for the wildlife and icy beauty of the Polar regions and is one of the very few women who chooses to return again and again to Earth’s harshest and most demanding environments.

A zoology graduate, Sue spent 11 years with the BBC Natural History Unit, working on series including The Blue Planet and Planet Earth as well as the Disneynature movie Earth with Sir David Attenborough, before turning her focus to photography. Her images have appeared in National Geographic, BBC Wildlife, Geo and other distinguished publications. Her most recent book is Emperor, The Perfect Penguin with a foreword by Sir Michael Palin.

Sue’s work has won multiple awards and in recognition of her photographic achievements, Sue was invited to meet Her Majesty The Queen at Buckingham Palace. In May 2022 Sue received an Honorary Master of Science degree from The University of Chester.

Sue is a member of the Explorers Club, a Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society, Royal Photographic Society and of the North American Nature Photography Association.

When she is not in some far-flung location, Sue lives on the edge of the Snowdonia National Park in North Wales.

Join Travel Photographer Richard I’Anson on Across the Antarctic Circle.

Richard is a freelance travel photographer & Canon Master who has captured incredible images of people and places around the world for more than 35 years. His work has been published worldwide in books, magazines, newspapers, brochures, calendars, posters, cards and websites; from the size of a stamp right up to a tarpaulin covering a 53-foot truck trailer!

He has also published 12 books including five editions of Lonely Planet’s Guide to Travel Photography, was featured in the television documentary Tales By Light (available on Netflix) and is a Travel Photography Scholarship Mentor for World Nomads. Richard has won numerous awards over the course of his career but is most proud of gaining a Master of Photography and one gold bar from the Australian Institute of Professional Photography.

Join photographers, writers and scuba divers Jett and Kathryn Britnell on Circle and Weddell.

Jett and Kathryn Britnell are professional underwater, wildlife and expedition photographers, scuba divers, internationally published writers, speakers, shark advocates, marine conservationists and intrepid explorers.

Their publishing credits include, The Globe & Mail, British Columbia Magazine, Canadian Geographic, Matador Network, Photo Comment, Alert Diver, Diver Magazine, Scuba & H2O Adventure, Sport Diver, Travel Thru History and numerous other outlets. Jett’s photography has graced more than 50 magazine covers and counting.

Both Jett and Kathryn are Fellows of the prestigious Royal Canadian Geographical Society, Fellows of the famed Royal Geographical Society in London and Fellows of the Explorers Club – Jett is also Canadian Chapter Chair of this exclusive club.

Join Creative Producer, Presenter and Sustainability Consultant Saunders Carmichael-Brown on Deep Weddell following Nordenskjöld. Saunders was an integral part of the small media team on the expedition that found Sir Ernest Shackleton’s famous shipwreck, the Endurance, as well as directing, producing and shooting a three-part history documentary fronted by Dan Snow on Shackleton and the Endurance from the locations of the original story.

Expeditioners joining Saunders on Deep Weddell following Nordenskjöld interested in polar history will enjoy learning about Shackleton, the Endurance and the historic expedition that found the ship. Through Saunders’ stories the epic survival story will be brought to life for expeditioners. He will also be on hand to help expeditioners capture their most memorable moments on camera and video in the challenging environments we visit.

The weeks-long expeditions will whisk travelers to the world’s most remote parts, these journeys are enriched by the participation of expert members of The Explorers Club. They will share their experiences with you during on-board conferences and will invite you to participate in their research by offering activities on board, at sea or out of the ship. These new explorers will fascinate you with their tales.

Ulyana Horodyskyj Peña

On this special Antarctic adventure, you’ll be joined by two very special guests, two of Australia’s sporting legends—Dawn Fraser and John Eales. Having spent a large part of their lives achieving incredible sporting feats, Dawn and John will be sharing tales of their achievements as, collectively, we explore the world’s last frontier together.

John Eales is one of Australia’s all-time rugby greats. He took part in two successful World Cup campaigns; captained the Wallabies in memorable victories including the 1999 World Cup; led Australia through three Bledisloe Cup series wins and two successful seasons of Tri-Nations fixtures. He also led the Wallabies to the first-ever defeat of the British and Irish Lions. In his career, John played 20 tests against the All Blacks winning 11 of them. In that time, he was captain for 11 of those tests against the All Blacks, winning six, including six of his last seven tests against them.

Dawn Fraser is Australia’s greatest Olympian. In November 1999, she was awarded World Athlete of the Century at the World Sport Awards in Vienna. The same year she was awarded Athlete of the Century by the Australian Sports Hall of Fame. Dawn is an international phenomenon: a multi-Olympic and Commonwealth Games Gold Medal winner whose success stretched over fifteen years, during which she broke and held 41 World records. Her sporting accomplishments are unlikely to be repeated – in swimming or any other sport.

Paul Kelly – a musician whose songs dig deep into Australia: how it feels, looks, tastes, sounds. In the 40 years since releasing his first album, the human condition has been his special subject. Kelly’s Order of Australia in 2017 acknowledged distinguished service to the performing arts and the promotion of the national identity through his contributions as singer, songwriter and musician. Paul will be performing exclusively to travelers onboard whilst in Antarctica.

Paul will also be joined by some other exciting special guests:

Ben Quilty – an artist who explores the problematic relationship between the personal and the cultural. He will be running a 2 part workshop for budding or accomplished artists who wish to capture Antarctica guided by his artistic prowess.

Andrew Denton – an award-winning writer, performer and producer whose TV programs include The Money or the Gun, Enough Rope, CNNNN (The Chaser), Hungry Beast, and The Gruen Transfer;

Jennifer Byrne – an Australian journalist and award-winning broadcaster who has worked in all forms of publication, including radio, print, and television as a Foreign Correspondent, and has also appeared on Celebrity Mastermind.

Andrew and Jennifer will light up your Antarctic entertainment with interviews and Antarctica reveals.

Cassandra’s drive to protect the ocean has taken her to all seven continents, though Antarctica holds her heart. She holds advanced degrees in Marine Science, Science Communication, and Environment and Resources, having completed her PhD at Stanford University. She’s worked in the lab, underwater, and at sea – including five research expeditions to Antarctica.

Cassandra was a core member of The Last Ocean, a grand-scale media project focused on protecting the Ross Sea. Her work helped drive the adoption of the world’s largest marine protected area in the Ross Sea, Antarctica, one of the healthiest marine ecosystems left on Earth. Currently an Assistant Professor at the University of Colorado Boulder, she continues her engaged scholarship and seeks to empower the next generations of environmental leaders.

Neil is a Polar Specialist having spent nearly 40 years working on Arctic and Antarctic issues. He has visited the Arctic and Antarctic many times.

In 1985 Neil joined the British Antarctic Survey and spent two and half years living and working in Antarctica undertaking field studies for his PhD on near-shore marine ecology, which included a year-round diving programe.

Between 1991 and 1994 Neil continued his association with Antarctica in the role of permanent Base Commander for one of the UK’s Antarctic research stations.

Neil joined the Polar Regions Section of the UK’s Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) in 1997. In that capacity Neil worked on a wide range of Polar policy issues and represented the UK at meetings of the Antarctic Treaty and its Committee for Environmental Protection (CEP) as well as meetings of the Scientific Committee and Commission for the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources (CCAMLR). He also represented the UK at numerous Arctic Council Senior Arctic Official and Ministerial meetings.

In 2003 Neil joined Antarctica New Zealand as GM: Health, Safety and Environment and continued to attend meetings of the CEP as New Zealand’s representative. Between 2006 and 2010 Neil was elected as the Chair of the (then) 35-country Committee.

In 2014 Neil established his own consultancy and has worked on a raft of Antarctic initiatives for a number of governments, National and Antarctic Programes and private organizations.

In 2022, in a career highlight, Neil provided support to the Endurance22 Expedition that searched for and located the wreck of Shackleton’s ship Endurance.

Rick started his professional photography career as an underwater photographer. He easily transitioned into travel, landscape, wildlife, cultural and nature photography. Ricks images, from his travels to more than 100 countries, have been published in numerous newspapers and magazines, and have been featured in his 39 books. Rick will provide a photo workshop and be available for tips and advice all with the objective of helping you capture the mood and feeling of the expedition. His wife Susan will also offer instructions on better smart phone photography.

Rick also teaches image processing on the ship, helping transform snapshots into great, memorable shots. In recognition of his talent and influence, rick has been named a canon explorer of light. Rick is also a westcott top pro elite. You might also catch rick at the piano or with his guitar in the lounge!

Utah-based Nate Luebbe is a self-taught photographer and lifelong explorer of the outdoors, an avid environmentalist, conservationist, and raconteur of experiences. His passion for photography started as a way to catalog all his outdoor experiences and to live in the moment. He describes standing on a summit watching the sun fade beyond the horizon, and the stars slowly emerge from the inky blackness as an event that consumes one on a level that’s nearly indescribable. Taking those feelings and attempting to freeze them into a single still frame is an incredible challenge, something that truly motivates him to get out and experience the world.

During his childhood, Piet developed a fascination for nature and wildlife, which intensified when he got his first camera at 16. His visit to the Arctic at 17 stole his heart with its diverse wildlife, landscapes, and culture. With an ecology background, he soon realized the rapid changes and threats these places face. After working as a whale watching guide, he decided to live in the North. Inspired by the oceans’ beauty and freedom and the North’s pure wilderness, he aims to create awareness through photography and secure the future of these “untouched” places. With a camera in hand and a lot of motivation, he wants to share his passion with everyone.

Our special onboard guest for our November 24, 2023, departure of Emperor Penguin Quest: Expedition to Snow Hill is none other than astronaut and explorer Dr. Sian Proctor—who is the godmother of our game-changing ship Ultramarine!

Guests will have opportunities to interact throughout the voyage with Dr. Proctor, who is also a highly-respected geoscientist, educator and space artist, as she shares her experiences as the first Black woman to pilot a spacecraft—and what she’s learned exploring the Polar Regions.

Guests can expect:

Unique onboard learning activities and creative exercises led by the lifelong educator.
Informal evening bar talks on art, science, space, and other fascinating topics.
Presentations detailing Dr. Proctor’s unique experiences exploring space and the Polar Regions.
Plenty of inspirational moments as Ultramarine navigates toward the rarely-visited colony of 8,000 breeding Emperor penguins at remote Snow Hill.

Dr. Tyler Nordgren will lead our night sky viewing activity on deck when the weather and auroras are favorable, speaking about the southern sky and its auroras. Nordgren is a professor of astronomy and physics at the University of Redlands as well as a former member of the Board for the International Dark Sky Association.

Dr. Julie Rathbun will continue this trip’s theme of polar and astronomical exploration, leading discussions about how Antarctica is used as a site to study Europa, one of Jupiter’s moons. A senior scientist with the Planetary Science Institute, she is part of NASA’s Europa Clipper spacecraft mission, which launches in October 2024 to investigate the liquid ocean beneath Europa’s icy surface.

Join Otahuna Lodge’s Executive Chef  Jimmy McIntyre aboard Le Lapérouse. Having joined the property in 2004, he is the longest-serving lodge chef in New Zealand and is credited with developing one of the country’s most unique food and wine programs.

Profiled previously in Bon Appetit, Conde Nast Traveller, The Financial Times and Time, Jimmy overseas Otahuna’s celebrated “potager-to-plate” philosophy which makes use of some 140 different varieties of organic fruits, mushrooms, nuts and vegetables grown annually in the Lodge’s own century-old gardens. A proud New Zealander, Jimmy is passionate about New Zealand food and wine and, in particular, showcasing the wonders of local artisanal suppliers and sharing his skills with guests traveling from around the world to visit the Lodge.

Originally built in 1895, Otahuna Lodge is one of New Zealand’s premier luxury properties housed in the nation’s largest private historic residence. The property holds a Category 1 Listing from New Zealand’s National Historic Places Trust, is acclaimed as the best example of Queen Anne architecture in Australasia and its 30-acre grounds are recognized as a “New Zealand Garden of National Significance.”

The Lodge is a Relais & Châteaux, Virtuoso and American Express Fine Hotels + Resorts member property.