Book Incredible Cruises to Antarctica and the Arctic

Dec 01, 2025 - 
Dec 11, 2025
See the Antarctic from the vantage point of a true expedition leader – from the air. Our helicopter capability on the Ortelius provides you the unique chance to view an emperor penguin rookery numbering upwards of 4,000 breeding pairs, located just south of Snow Hill Island. Heavy...
Dec 05, 2026 - 
Dec 17, 2026
The Weddell Sea 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, snowshoeing, hiking, a photography workshop and if ...
Dec 05, 2026 - 
Dec 15, 2026
See the Antarctic from the vantage point of a true expedition leader – from the air. Our helicopter capability on the Ortelius provides you the unique chance to view an emperor penguin rookery numbering upwards of 4,000 breeding pairs, located just south of Snow Hill Island. Heavy...
Feb 03, 2027 - 
Feb 13, 2027
Embark on a 10-night expedition to the Antarctic Peninsula and the remote Weddell Sea, a region of towering icebergs, vast ice shelves, and incredible wildlife. Navigate through dramatic polar landscapes where seals, penguins, and whales thrive in one of the most untouched corners of th...
Feb 07, 2027 - 
Mar 06, 2027
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 and co...
Feb 18, 2026 - 
Mar 17, 2026
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 and co...
Jan 22, 2026 - 
Feb 18, 2026
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 and co...
Mar 02, 2027 - 
Mar 12, 2027
The great Weddell Sea not only features massive tabular icebergs, wildly dramatic landscapes, and fascinating historical sites, but it is also one of the best places in Antarctica for viewing iconic wildlife like whales, seals and many other rarely seen seabirds....
Mar 09, 2026 - 
Mar 23, 2026
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 make this voyage truly exceptional....
Mar 12, 2027 - 
Mar 26, 2027
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 make this voyage truly exceptional....
Mar 17, 2026 - 
Mar 29, 2026
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 photography workshop. Given the locat...
Nov 11, 2025 - 
Nov 21, 2025
See the Antarctic from the vantage point of a true expedition leader – from the air. Our helicopter capability on the Ortelius provides you the unique chance to view an emperor penguin rookery numbering upwards of 4,000 breeding pairs, located just south of Snow Hill Island. Heavy...

Weddell Sea

Weddell Sea – In search of the Emperor Penguin, incl. helicopters

Nov 11th, 2025 - Nov 21st, 2025

Prices from $12,900 to $17,150

See the Antarctic from the vantage point of a true expedition leader – from the air. Our helicopter capability on the Ortelius provides you the unique chance to view an emperor penguin rookery numbering upwards of 4,000 breeding pairs, located just south of Snow Hill I......(read more)
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Weddell Sea – In search of the Emperor Penguin, incl. helicopters

Nov 21st, 2025 - Dec 1st, 2025

Prices from $12,900 to $17,150

See the Antarctic from the vantage point of a true expedition leader – from the air. Our helicopter capability on the Ortelius provides you the unique chance to view an emperor penguin rookery numbering upwards of 4,000 breeding pairs, located just south of Snow Hill I......(read more)
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Weddell Sea – In search of the Emperor Penguin, incl. helicopters

Dec 1st, 2025 - Dec 11th, 2025

Prices from $12,900 to $17,150

See the Antarctic from the vantage point of a true expedition leader – from the air. Our helicopter capability on the Ortelius provides you the unique chance to view an emperor penguin rookery numbering upwards of 4,000 breeding pairs, located just south of Snow Hill I......(read more)
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Remote Weddell Sea Explorer incl. South Georgia – South Sandwich Islands – Neuschwabenland – Larsen Ice Shelf – Paulet and Devil Island – Elephant Island, incl. helicopters

Jan 22nd, 2026 - Feb 18th, 2026

Prices from $26,500 to $39,000

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 wil......(read more)
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Remote Weddell Sea Explorer incl. South Georgia – South Sandwich Islands – Neuschwabenland – Larsen Ice Shelf – Paulet and Devil Island – Elephant Island, incl. helicopters

Feb 18th, 2026 - Mar 17th, 2026

Prices from $26,500 to $39,000

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 wil......(read more)
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Antarctica – Elephant Island – Weddell Sea – Polar Circle – Aurora Australis / Southern Lights

Mar 9th, 2026 - Mar 23rd, 2026

Prices from $11,200 to $16,650

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 make this voyage truly e......(read more)
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Antarctica – Weddell Sea Explorer Basecamp – free polar activities (kayaking, hiking, photo workshop, snorkeling)

Mar 17th, 2026 - Mar 29th, 2026

Prices from $9,700 to $14,400

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 photography workshop. Giv......(read more)
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Weddell Sea – In search of the Emperor Penguin, incl. helicopters

Nov 15th, 2026 - Nov 25th, 2026

Prices from $13,400 to $17,850

See the Antarctic from the vantage point of a true expedition leader – from the air. Our helicopter capability on the Ortelius provides you the unique chance to view an emperor penguin rookery numbering upwards of 4,000 breeding pairs, located just south of Snow Hill I......(read more)
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Weddell Sea – In search of the Emperor Penguin, incl. helicopters

Nov 25th, 2026 - Dec 5th, 2026

Prices from $13,400 to $17,850

See the Antarctic from the vantage point of a true expedition leader – from the air. Our helicopter capability on the Ortelius provides you the unique chance to view an emperor penguin rookery numbering upwards of 4,000 breeding pairs, located just south of Snow Hill I......(read more)
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Weddell Sea – Basecamp

Dec 5th, 2026 - Dec 17th, 2026

Prices from $10,100 to $17,850

The Weddell Sea 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, snowshoeing, hiking, a photography work......(read more)
Trip Details

Weddell Sea – In search of the Emperor Penguin, incl. helicopters

Dec 5th, 2026 - Dec 15th, 2026

Prices from $13,400 to $17,850

See the Antarctic from the vantage point of a true expedition leader – from the air. Our helicopter capability on the Ortelius provides you the unique chance to view an emperor penguin rookery numbering upwards of 4,000 breeding pairs, located just south of Snow Hill I......(read more)
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Antarctic Peninsula – Weddell Sea + Activity: Long Hikes

Feb 3rd, 2027 - Feb 13th, 2027

Prices from $9,600 to $17,400

Embark on a 10-night expedition to the Antarctic Peninsula and the remote Weddell Sea, a region of towering icebergs, vast ice shelves, and incredible wildlife. Navigate through dramatic polar landscapes where seals, penguins, and whales thrive in one of the most untouched c......(read more)
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Remote Weddell Sea Explorer – incl. helicopters

Feb 7th, 2027 - Mar 6th, 2027

Prices from $27,550 to $40,550

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 wil......(read more)
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Antarctica – Weddell Sea Explorer

Mar 2nd, 2027 - Mar 12th, 2027

Prices from $9,600 to $14,300

The great Weddell Sea not only features massive tabular icebergs, wildly dramatic landscapes, and fascinating historical sites, but it is also one of the best places in Antarctica for viewing iconic wildlife like whales, seals and many other rarely seen seabirds. ...(read more)
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Antarctica – Elephant Island – Weddell Sea – Polar Circle

Mar 12th, 2027 - Mar 26th, 2027

Prices from $11,650 to $17,300

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 make this voyage truly e......(read more)
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