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Oceanwide Expeditions 2025-2026 Antarctic Expedition Cruise Season Commences

Oceanwide Expeditions 2025-2026 Antarctic expedition cruise season began today.

Oceanwide Expeditions completes two major vessel upgrades on m/v Ortelius

Oceanwide Expeditions upgraded m/v Ortelius, boosting speed and fuel efficiency for better polar expedition performance.

Oceanwide Expeditions honored at the 2025 Expedition Cruise Network Awards

Oceanwide Expeditions, a veteran of the expedition cruise industry and pioneer of polar tourism, has been recognized in three categories at the 2025 Expedition Cruise Network (ECN) Expedition Cruise Awards.

Oceanwide Expeditions to utilize ice report software IcySea aboard expedition vessels

IcySea provides near real-time sea ice information, enhancing the already significant operational capabilities of our fleet.

Oceanwide Expeditions appoints Rémi Bouysset to the role of CEO

Oceanwide Expeditions, an award-winning, industry-leading expedition cruise operator specializing in activity-focused polar itineraries in the Arctic and Antarctica, has announced the appointment of Rémi Bouysset to the role of CEO.

Oceanwide Expeditions donates €860 to nature charities

This year we will donate €860 to the following conservation charities based on guest reviews: World Wildlife Fund, BirdLife International, 4Ocean, and the Falklands Conservation.

Rare red Aurora Australis spotted above Antarctica

Guests aboard Oceanwide Expeditions’ Ortelius voyage witness elusive red aurora in the Bellingshausen Sea.

Oceanwide Expeditions Sets a New World Record in the Weddell Sea

M/V Ortelius reached the southernmost point ever recorded by a non-icebreaker passenger vessel in the Weddell Sea at 78°03.471’S.

Historic building at Whalers Bay successfully restored after graffiti incident

In partnership with the UK Antarctic Heritage Trust (UKAHT), Oceanwide Expeditions has successfully restored a historic aircraft hangar at Whalers Bay on Deception Island - just one month after an incident of graffiti.

Oceanwide Expeditions announces successful landing at Snow Hill Island - the first cruise operator to enter the Weddell Sea this season

this trip saw guests visit the iconic emperor penguin colony at Snow Hill Island, offering fantastic conditions for photographers and wildlife enthusiasts on board.

Oceanwide Expeditions wins big at the Expedition Cruise Network Awards 2024

Oceanwide Expeditions was presented with three Expedition Cruise Awards

Oceanwide Expeditions nominated for three awards at the Expedition Cruise Network Awards

Your vote will help us achieve further recognition for our fantastic expedition cruise itineraries and polar adventures!

Oceanwide Expeditions donates €955 to nature charities

This year we will donate €995 to the following conservation charities based on guest reviews: World Wildlife Fund, BirdLife International, 4Ocean, and the Falklands Conservation.

Oceanwide celebrates 30 years of expedition cruising

Today marks the 30th anniversary of Oceanwide Expeditions. We eagerly anticipate the future with utmost confidence.

First Snow Hill Island landing of the season

We’re excited to announce we’ve made the first Snow Hill Island landing of the 2023-24 Antarctic season, visiting one of Earth’s largest emperor penguin colonies.

Third World Cruise Awards nomination for Oceanwide Expeditions

We are honored to announce our third nomination for World’s Best Expedition Cruise Line at the third annual World Cruise Awards.

Oceanwide Expeditions donates €1060 to nature charities

This year we will donate €1,060 to the following conservation charities based on guest reviews: World Wildlife Fund, BirdLife International, 4Ocean, and the Falklands Conservation.

Oceanwide Expeditions Partners with the Polar Tourism Guides Association

Oceanwide Expeditions and the Polar Tourism Guiding Association (PTGA) are excited to announce our new status as an Accredited Provider for the PTGA.

Oceanwide charts Antarctic island

Guests, guides, and crew all helped chart a route around the largest of the Guyou Islands in Flandres Bay, returning to the ship late that evening. The team effort involved our expedition leader, field operations manager, second mate, and other members of our onboard staff.