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HDS31-26, trip log, Antarctica - Beyond the Polar Circle - whale watching

The transit of the ship to below the Antarctic Circle was marked by a dramatic blend of raw ocean power, wildlife encounters, and a mileston

OTL31a26, trip log, Weddell Sea Explorer Basecamp

With ice conditions dictating our plans, anticipation was high as we prepared for a flexible day of exploration in this remote and seldom-vi

Oceanwide Expeditions Supports the Completion of Heritage Conservation Work at Two Hi

In partnership with the UK Antarctic Heritage Trust, we are pleased to announce the completion of conservation and survey work at two histor

Oceanwide Expeditions announces two purpose-built eco-sail expedition vessels to be a

Oceanwide Expeditions is pleased to announce the signing of a Letter of Intent for the construction and delivery of two eco-sail expedition

Whale watching in Svalbard - an unforgettable experience

Each summer, the waters around Svalbard come alive. The result is one of the most reliable regions in the Arctic for whale sightings.

HDS30-26, trip log, Antarctica - Whale watching - Discovery and Learning Voyage

Wherever we looked, there was movement - breaches in the distance, closer tail slaps, and occasional surface lunges.

OTL30b26, trip log, Antarctica - Deep South Basecamp experience

A new venue for many of the team, Ridge Island looked amazing with its jagged peaks and patches of remaining snowfields.

Polar dreams and true grit: an interview with solo Atlantic rower Taryn Smith

On 29 January 2026, Taryn became the first American woman to complete the World's Toughest Row, 3,000 miles across the Atlantic Ocean solo.

Otto Nordenskjöld: Scholar, Explorer, and Antarctic Pioneer

Otto Nordenskjöld led the way in advancing the geographical understanding of the White Continent, embodying the spirit of scientific discove

HDS29-26, trip log, Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Elephant Island - Antarctica -

The shoreline was completely occupied by representatives of the local fauna — there were gentoo penguins, Magellanic penguins, and even a do

Discover Iceland’s Wild Edge in May: Join our Northwest Iceland Explorer voyage!

See another side to Iceland this spring and experience a world awakening after a long Arctic winter!

The Atlantic Odyssey: An Oceanwide Voyage Unlike Any Other

Our Atlantic Odyssey voyage is full of discovery, opportunities to encounter rare wildlife species, and the lure of stepping foot on some of

Women in Antarctica - breaking more than just ice barriers on the road to representat

For years, women were not represented in Antarctic exploration and field research. Throughout the 19th and 20th centuries, advances were gra

OTL30a26, trip log, Antarctica - Uncharted Islands of the Deep South

We had never seen so many icebergs in our lives! They were everywhere we looked, some resembled ancient castles, some exquisite gems, and so

Why should I visit the Arctic in October on an expedition cruise?

Enter a polar world stripped of summer's softness, with the drama, mystery, and harshness of winter encroaching with every passing minute.

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.