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Oceanwide celebrates 30 years of expedition cruising
Today marks the 30th anniversary of Oceanwide Expeditions. We eagerly anticipate the future with utmost confidence.
HDS22-23, trip log, Antarctica - Basecamp
Our team made a surprise visit to every Zodiac, offering all the passengers a lovely hot chocolate with or without rum.
PLA22-23, trip log, South Georgia Explorer
We cruised on glassy seas in nearby Elephant Cove and spent time with Elephant Seals, Antarctic Fur Seals, Kelp Gulls and South Georgia Pint
OTL22-23, trip log, Weddell Sea, In search of the Emperor penguin
With a bit of diligent scanning, it turned out there were dozens of Emperor Penguins scattered in small groups all around the ice.
HDS21-23, trip log, Falkland Islands, South Georgia, Antarctica
Most of the black-browed albatrosses were already incubating their eggs, eagerly awaiting the arrival of their offspring.
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 emp
Circumnavigating Spitsbergen
Our Around Spitsbergen voyage circumnavigates the principal island of the ruggedly beautiful Svalbard archipelago.
The Science of Sustainability: Interview with Nathalie Steins
Can polar travel be made more sustainable? This question was part of a research project by scientist Nathalie Steins, and we were eager to h
What’s so Special about East Spitsbergen?
Though eastern Svalbard does not differ dramatically from the rest of the island group, the itineraries we follow there give you a different
Expedition at its Greatest: Interview with Sara Jenner
We talked to Sara Jenner about how she got into this work, what she loves about polar travel, and why having a home base isn’t on her agenda
HDS13-23, trip log, East Greenland, Scoresby Sund - Aurora Borealis
After a night of Northern lights galore, stretching across the skies all above us and dancing merrily, we awoke to perfect light conditions,
Oceanwide’s First Female Captain: Interview with Miia Holma
Miia Holma captained her first Oceanwide voyage to Svalbard in July. Nothing too exceptional about that until you consider she’s our first f
Wanny Woldstad: First Female Hunter on Svalbard
Wanny Woldstad was the first female trapper on Svalbard, but she preferred to think of herself as simply a trapper
PLA13-23, trip log, East Greenland, Scoresby Sund - Aurora Borealis
On several occasions, there was a loud noise like rumbling thunder when a nearby iceberg would begin to partly collapse.
PLA12-23, trip log, Spitsbergen - Northeast Greenland, Aurora Borealis
Three massive fin whales had gracefully breached the surface and our attention was immediately drawn to this amazing natural spectacle.
HDSXX23, trip log, North Spitsbergen - Kvitoya - Farthest North
We were amazed by the sheer numbers of birds on the water, on the cliffs, and in the air. The vast majority of the birds were Brünnichs guil
HDS11x23, trip log, Around Spitsbergen - Kvitoya, In the realm of polar bear & ice
We were just finishing breakfast when Marcel, our expedition leader, made the long-awaited announcement: "Friends, we have just spotted a po
PLA11-23, trip log, Around Spitsbergen - Kvitoya, in the realm of polar bear & ice
Searching for polar bears feels a bit like finding a needle in a haystack, but we know that they are here and with yellowish colored fur.
Whales, South Georgia, and Bill Smith
Bill frequently raises money for SGHT through his drawings, which are focused on South Georgia and polar expedition travel.
HDS10x23, trip log, Around Spitsbergen, In the realm of polar bear & ice
The serene atmosphere and remnants of past whaling activities evoke contemplation about humanity's relationship with nature.
PLA09-23, trip log, Around Spitsbergen - in the realm of polar bear & ice
Being in the pack ice, hearing it move, seeing the colors, and feeling the magical atmosphere at the top of the globe is a unique experience
HDS09-23, trip log, Around Spitsbergen, In the realm of polar bear & ice, Cleaning th
From the Zodiacs, the glacier front provided a dramatic and awe-inspiring view, a testament to the power and beauty of nature.
