Ocean Explorer
Highlights
- Soak in the breathtaking views from the front-facing two-story library, private balcony cabins, two outdoor Jacuzzis, and multi-height outer decks.
- Ample outdoor viewing areas and multi-height outer decks, perfect for capturing stunning photography and observing wildlife.
- Sets a new standard in sustainability with its groundbreaking X-Bow hull and MAGS gasification system converting waste into energy.
Embark on a polar expedition like never before aboard the Ocean Explorer. With its modern elegance and purpose-built design, this 138-passenger vessel promises an unparalleled upscale adventure into the heart of the poles’ pristine landscapes.
Cruising at the forefront of technological innovation, the Ocean Explorer features the iconic X-Bow hull, ensuring a comfortable and smooth sailing experience even in the most challenging waters. This inverted bow design not only enhances stability but also houses a two-story, light-filled library, offering an enchanting panoramic view of the surrounding polar wonders and a welcome airiness to the expedition ship.
Life On Board
Step into your spacious cabin adorned with bespoke Scandinavian design, where almost every room boasts a private veranda. Unwind in the expansive gym, rejuvenate in the sauna with large windows overlooking the polar wilderness, or soak in the breathtaking views from one of the two outdoor Jacuzzis.
With grand fixtures and luxe furnishings throughout the ship, every corner exudes sophistication. Revel in indulgent cuisine in the stunning main dining room, with its expansive views of the polar wilderness, or opt for a more intimate dining experience in the tasteful private dining room.
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Specifications
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Guests138
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Staff & Crew105
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Guide & Crew to Guest Ratios1:7 / 1:1.3
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Guest to Space Ratio1:60
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Number of Decks6
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Number of Cabins70
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Zodiacs & Loading Bays15
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Year Built2021
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Ice Class1A, PC6
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Length342.5 ft (104.4 m)
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Beam60.4 ft (18.4 m)
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Draft17.4 ft (5.3 m)
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Cruising Speed16.5 kn
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StabilizersYes
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About the Ocean Explorer
Embark on a polar expedition like never before aboard the Ocean Explorer. With its modern elegance and purpose-built design, this 138-passenger vessel promises an unparalleled upscale adventure into the heart of the poles’ pristine landscapes.
Cruising at the forefront of technological innovation, the Ocean Explorer features the iconic X-Bow hull, ensuring a comfortable and smooth sailing experience even in the most challenging waters. This inverted bow design not only enhances stability but also houses a two-story, light-filled library, offering an enchanting panoramic view of the surrounding polar wonders and a welcome airiness to the expedition ship.
Life On Board
Step into your spacious cabin adorned with bespoke Scandinavian design, where almost every room boasts a private veranda. Unwind in the expansive gym, rejuvenate in the sauna with large windows overlooking the polar wilderness, or soak in the breathtaking views from one of the two outdoor Jacuzzis.
With grand fixtures and luxe furnishings throughout the ship, every corner exudes sophistication. Revel in indulgent cuisine in the stunning main dining room, with its expansive views of the polar wilderness, or opt for a more intimate dining experience in the tasteful private dining room.
Relax in the Latitude Bar, a social hub with plush sofas and faux marble-topped end tables, or ascend to the stylish library, offering a quiet light-filled retreat with its floor-to-ceiling windows. After an adventurous day, unwind in the Dry Sauna or maintain your fitness routine in the Fitness Center. The Observation Lounge provides a stylish vantage point for incredible views and engaging conversations with fellow like-minded travelers.
Outdoor enthusiasts will revel in the ample outdoor viewing areas and multi-height outer decks, perfect for capturing stunning long-view photography and observing wildlife in their natural habitat. The vessel is equipped with a fleet of 15 Zodiacs, ensuring swift and safe disembarkation for off-ship adventures, providing an immersive exploration experience.
Sustainability
Ocean Explorer doesn’t just offer a luxurious journey but sets a new standard in sustainability. Featuring fuel-efficient Rolls-Royce engines and the groundbreaking MAGS gasification system converting waste into energy, the ship is committed to minimizing its environmental impact, allowing you to explore with a clear conscience.
The Ocean Explorer is more than a ship; it’s an invitation to explore the polar regions in unmatched luxury, comfort, and sustainability. Join us on a journey where every moment is as breathtaking as the dramatic landscapes and wildlife spectacles you’ll encounter.
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Deluxe Veranda Forward Stateroom
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Penthouse Suite
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Veranda Suite
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Owner's Suite
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Veranda Stateroom
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Junior Suite
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Studio Veranda Single
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Itineraries
Save up to 10%-30% in selected departures.
Terms & Conditions
- — The discounted percentage indicates the offer in effect at the time this deal was last updated, and may not reflect the current discounts available.
- — Each passenger's full name is required at time of booking in order to initiate a hold, or to process a confirmed booking.
- — Offer applies to voyage only, not applicable to transfer packages, adventure options, additional hotel accommodations, pre/post tours, insurance, flights, or group bookings.
- — If combined with a dollar value discount, this offer will be applied afterwards.
- — Only a hold booking or a confirmed booking can guarantee the offer.
- — Name changes are not allowed.
- — No cash value.
- — We keep the right to limit, change or discontinue the promo savings discount offer at any time without notice.
UP TO 40% OFF:
Offer your clients up to 40% off our Arctic 2026 and Antarctic 2025/2026 voyages, where they’ll get to explore with the best expedition team in the Polar Regions, dedicated to getting guests off-ship and discovering more.
Pay in full at time of booking & Save 5%
Guests will receive up to 5% additional savings on select departures if full payment is received at the time of booking. The full payment includes the voyage fare and any outstanding balances on the booking (air, hotels, transfers, Adventure Options, pre/post tours and insurance).
Terms & Conditions
- — To book your cabin before Dec. 31, 2025.
- — Rates/savings per person.
- — 5% discount applies to the price after any other combinable promotions have already been applied.
- — Not applicable to Transfer Package, Adventure Options, additional hotel accommodation, pre/post tours, insurance, flights, or group bookings.
- — We keep the right to limit, change or discontinue the promotion at any time.
With our Early Booking Bonus, you can save up to $2,000 USD + 10% + an additional 5% (if you pay in full) when you book your cabin before Dec 31, 2025.
Terms & Conditions
- — Offer valid for all new bookings made between October 21st, 2025 – December 31st, 2025, on Antarctic 2027-2028 voyages.
- — The value of the bonus is subject to the number of cruise nights onboard on the voyage.
- — This offer applies to all cabin categories. Based on cabin availability at the time of booking.
- — The Early Booking Bonus is combinable with all in-market promotional offers.
- — Not applicable to transfer packages, adventure options, additional hotel accommodations, pre/post tours, insurance, flights, or group bookings.
- — Antarctica Cruises has the right to limit, change, or discontinue promotion at any time without notice.
- — No cash value.
- — Name changes are not allowed.