by Elena Canzi
Departure in November 2023
Region: Antarctica
Destinations: Weddell Sea
Ship: m/v Ortelius
Highlights: Helicopter Tours, Emperor Penguin, Adelie Penguin, Chinstrap Penguin, Fin Whale, Gentoo Penguin, Killer Whale, Leopard Seal, Exploring Navigation on Ortelius
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22 Jan - 18 Feb, 2026
•Tripcode: OTL29a26
This adventurous expedition explores one of the least-visited areas on Earth, Antarctica’s amazing Weddell Sea. After visiting some of the same sites legendary explorer Ernest Shackleton’s charted in South Georgia, we’ll enjoy the Weddell’s exotic wildlife...
9 Mar - 23 Mar, 2026
•Tripcode: PLA30-26
This expansive expedition takes you into the Antarctic Circle, combining the rich animal life of the Weddell Sea with the surreal shores and islands of the Antarctic Peninsula. Such key landing sites as the legendary Elephant Island and Crystal Sound...
17 Mar - 29 Mar, 2026
•Tripcode: OTL31a26
The Weddell Sea Explorer Basecamp voyage offers you a myriad of ways to explore and enjoy the wildlife-rich Weddell Sea. During this expedition in one of the most remote regions of the world, we will do all kinds of activities such as kayaking and a...
15 Nov - 25 Nov, 2026
•Tripcode: OTL22-26
A true expedition, our Weddell Sea cruise sets out to explore the range of the Emperor Penguins near Snow Hill Island. We will visit the area via helicopter and see a variety of other birds and penguins including Adélies and Gentoos.
25 Nov - 5 Dec, 2026
•Tripcode: OTL23-26
A true expedition, our Weddell Sea cruise sets out to explore the range of the Emperor Penguins near Snow Hill Island. We will visit the area via helicopter and see a variety of other birds and penguins including Adélies and Gentoos.
