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Ocean Explorer

A modern, elegant, Scandi-style expedition vessel purpose-built for sustainable polar exploration.
Starting at:
Per Person
USD$ 11,641
Up to 30% savings
10 Itineraries
8 - 20 Days
Medium Size
138 Guests
Service Level
Mid-Range
Starting at:
Per Person
USD$ 11,641
Up to 30% savings

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

  • Guests
    138
  • Staff & Crew
    105
  • Guide & Crew to Guest Ratios
    1:7 / 1:1.3
  • Guest to Space Ratio
    1:60
  • Number of Decks
    6
  • Number of Cabins
    70
  • Zodiacs & Loading Bays
    15
  • Year Built
    2021
  • Ice Class
    1A, PC6
  • Length
    342.5 ft (104.4 m)
  • Beam
    60.4 ft (18.4 m)
  • Draft
    17.4 ft (5.3 m)
  • Cruising Speed
    16.5 kn
  • Stabilizers
    Yes

Amenities

cocktail
The Latitude Bar
treadmill
Fitness Center
jacuzzi
Jacuzzis x 2
books
Library
armchair
Observation Lounge
cutlery
Private Dining Room & Main Dining Room

Cabins

There are 8 cabin types available

Studio Single

1 Guest, Single
166 ft² (16.4 m²)
6 Cabins

Deluxe Veranda Forward Stateroom

2 Guests, Double/Twin
182 ft² (19.7-28.9 m²)
4 Cabins

Penthouse Suite

2 Guests, Double/Twin + Sofa Bed
269 ft² (23.6-24.7 m²)
1 Cabin

Veranda Suite

2 Guests, Single
205 ft² (20.9-22.6 m²)
34 Cabins

Owner's Suite

2 Guests , 1 Double bed + Sofa bed
443 ft² (50.2 m²)
1 Cabin

Veranda Stateroom

2 Guests, Double/Twin + Sofa Bed
173-272 sq. ft. ft² (23.6-24.7 m²)
19 Cabins

Junior Suite

2 Guests, Double/Twin + Sofa Bed
296-299 ft² (37.3-37.5 m²)
6 Cabins

Studio Veranda Single

1 Guest, Single
238 ft² (22.1 m²)
1 Cabin

Itineraries

There are 10 itineraries available
Antarctic Express: Fly The Drake Fly / Fly
8 Days
Up to 30% savings

Antarctic Express: Fly The Drake Fly / Fly

An expeditious voyage to the awe-inspiring Antarctic Peninsula maximizing exploration by skipping the Drake Passage crossing.
Length: 8 Days
Embarkation: Punta Arenas
Sites: King George Island, Antarctic Peninsula, South Shetland Islands
USD$ 16,797 - USD$ 37,256
Per Person
Antarctic Express: Fly South, Sail North (9D) 2026/27 Season Fly / Sail
9 Days
Up to 16% savings

Antarctic Express: Fly South, Sail North (9D) 2026/27 Season Fly / Sail

Fly the Drake Passage to Antarctica and sail back through penguins, glaciers, and whale-rich polar waters.
Length: 9 Days
Embarkation: Punta Arenas
Sites: King George Island, Antarctic Peninsula, South Shetland Islands
USD$ 14,576 - USD$ 26,996
Per Person
Antarctic Express: Sail South, Fly North
10 Days
Up to 15% savings

Antarctic Express: Sail South, Fly North

An Antarctic adventure brimming with dramatic landscapes and abundant wildlife with a flight over the Drake on your return.
Length: 10 Days
Embarkation: Ushuaia
Sites: Beagle Channel, Antarctic Peninsula, South Shetland Islands, King George Island
USD$ 16,196 - USD$ 26,996
Per Person
Antarctic Express: Fly South, Sail North Fly / Sail
10 Days
Up to 30% savings

Antarctic Express: Fly South, Sail North Fly / Sail

A compact, action-packed, fly-over-the-Drake express voyage to Antarctica’s wild frontier without the long sail south.
Length: 10 Days
Embarkation: Punta Arenas
Sites: King George Island, Antarctic Peninsula, South Shetland Islands
USD$ 14,837 - USD$ 23,666
Per Person
Antarctic Express: Crossing The Circle Fly / Fly
11 Days
Up to 30% savings

Antarctic Express: Crossing The Circle Fly / Fly

An exciting, express Antarctica expedition with direct round-trip flight from Chile crossing the Circle but not the Drake Passage.
Length: 11 Days
Embarkation: Punta Arenas
Sites: King George Island, South Shetland Islands, Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctic Circle
USD$ 20,017 - USD$ 34,016
Per Person
Antarctic Explorer: Discovering The 7th Continent
11 Days
Up to 21% savings

Antarctic Explorer: Discovering The 7th Continent

A classic Antarctic Peninsula adventure allowing you to get up close and personal with its penguins, whales, and other wildlife.
Length: 11 Days
Embarkation: Ushuaia
Sites: Beagle Channel, South Shetland Islands, Antarctic Peninsula
USD$ 11,641 - USD$ 24,986
Per Person
Antarctic Peninsula: A Rare Exploration of the Weddell Sea
12 Days
Up to 15% savings

Antarctic Peninsula: A Rare Exploration of the Weddell Sea

Journey deep into the ice-clad Weddell Sea, where vast tabular bergs and immense penguin colonies await discovery.
Length: 12 Days
Embarkation: Ushuaia
Sites: Weddell Sea, Gerlache Strait, Brown Bluff, Paulet Island
USD$ 16,286 - USD$ 27,086
Per Person
Crossing The Circle: Southern Expedition
14 Days

Crossing The Circle: Southern Expedition

An in depth, two-week exploration of the wonders of the western Antarctic Peninsula traversing the Antarctic Circle.
Length: 14 Days
Embarkation: Ushuaia
Sites: Beagle Channel, South Shetland Islands, Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctic Circle
USD$ 23,895 - USD$ 37,095
Per Person
South Georgia & Antarctic Peninsula: Penguin Safari (18D)
18 Days
Up to 20% savings

South Georgia & Antarctic Peninsula: Penguin Safari (18D)

An extraordinary extended penguin safari with extra days to extensively explore South Georgia and the Antarctic Peninsula.
Length: 18 Days
Embarkation: Ushuaia
Sites: Beagle Channel, South Georgia, Grytviken, Antarctic Peninsula
USD$ 21,236 - USD$ 35,726
Per Person
Penguins of the Far South: Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica
20 Days
Up to 18% savings

Penguins of the Far South: Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica

An epic three-world voyage exploring penguin-filled beaches, Shackleton’s legacy, and Antarctica’s icy wonders.
Length: 20 Days
Embarkation: Ushuaia
Sites: Falkland Islands, South Georgia, South Orkney Islands, South Shetland Islands, + 1 More
USD$ 25,826 - USD$ 44,265
Per Person
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