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Who are our expedition guides? Discover a team bursting with polar expertise!
Each of our passionate experts transforms every voyage into an immersive, educational, and unforgettable adventure at the edges of the map.
OTL29a26, trip log, Remote Weddell Sea Explorer incl. South Georgia - South Sandwich
Our ship has broken its own record set last year, becoming the southernmost expedition ship company to reach the southernmost point for the
What animals can you see in Greenland?
You have the chance to get lucky with some rare sightings and unforgettable wildlife encounters, especially toward the end of the Arctic sum
Frank Worsley - Shackleton's Savior & Antarctic Legend
For his actions as part of the Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition, Worsley was awarded the Polar Medal.
PLA28-26, trip log, Antarctica - Discovery and Learning Voyage
While half the group was on land the rest of us were cruising the bay, there were beautiful humpbacks and chinstrap penguins for us to watch
HDS28-26, trip log, Falkland Islands, South Georgia and Antarctica
Those who landed were immediately immersed in one of the most extraordinary wildlife spectacles of the expedition.
PLA27-26, trip log, Falkland Islands, South Georgia, Antarctica
Finally South Georgia! As we approached the north tip of the island the fog lifted, and we saw mountains and icebergs.
Oceanwide Expeditions Sets a New World Record in Antarctica's Weddell Sea for the Sec
M/V Ortelius sets a record for the southernmost point reached by a non-icebreaker passenger vessel in the Weddell Sea for the second year ru
Why should I visit Antarctica in March on an expedition cruise?
March is a quieter, more contemplative time to visit Antarctica. You'll experience an even more tranquil, atmospheric version of this alread
HDS27-26, trip log, Antarctica - Discovery and learning voyage
We climbed a snowy hill to a stunning viewpoint overlooking the impressive glacier front of Neko Harbour.
Edward Bransfield - the Lesser-Known Discoverer of Antarctica
Much of Bransfield's later life remains a mystery, and for many years his role in Antarctic exploration went largely unnoticed and misunders
The first to spot Antarctica? Fabian von Bellingshausen's 19th century polar exploits
Bellingshausen and his crew had potentially just become the first to sight the Antarctic mainland.
PLA26-26, trip log, Antarctica - Discovery and Learning Voyage
Sunlight slid across the water and picked out detail in the ice-blue textures of the coast. The same landscape that had looked austere minut
Why should I visit the Arctic in September on an expedition cruise?
Thinning sea ice, vivid autumnal tundra, and abundant wildlife preparing for the long winter make September a superb time to explore lesser-
HDS26-26, trip log, Antarctica - Discovery and learning voyage
Large colonies of Adélie penguins and gentoo penguins occupied the rocky slopes, busily nesting and tending to their chicks.
OTL26-26, trip log, Antarctica - Basecamp - free camping, kayaking, snowshoe/hiking,
Who were the first sea kayakers to paddle Antarctica in 2026? Chances are it was us!
HDS25-26, trip log, Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Antarctica
Thousands upon thousands of these remarkable birds were everywhere, as far as the eye could see.
Captain Cook's Voyage to the Antarctic – an Overlooked Polar Legacy
Captain James Cook was born in 1728 in Yorkshire, England. He rose from humble beginnings to a British naval career.
PLA25-26, trip log, Antarctica - Basecamp
Light snow fell steadily as we worked, laughter echoing across the quiet bay while we prepared our sleeping kits.
Why should I visit Antarctica in February on an expedition cruise?
Throughout February, you can expect around 18–20 hours of daylight, giving you plenty of time for exploration, wildlife spotting, and photog
OTL25-26, trip log, Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Antarctica
As guests stepped ashore, they were immediately greeted by the unmistakable sounds of king penguins, echoing across the bay.
A Cultural Guide to Ushuaia: Nature Experiences & Wildlife Spotting
Our expedition team has put together a list of their highlights from the region, including examples of wildlife you may spot along the way!