Antarctica cruises & tours

Where ocean meets ice and the wild runs free – this is Antarctica

People used to think traveling this far south meant sailing off the end of the world. Nowadays, it might not be considered off the planet, but anyone would tell you that stepping foot on Antarctica is about out of this world as it gets. With days spent paddling past icebergs, passing by penguin highways, hiking over ice floes and searching for migrating whales, you’ll gain a whole new perspective on our incredibly diverse environment – and learn more about protecting it, too.

The Ocean Endeavour: inside our expedition ship

Ocean Endeavour anchored in Antarctic waters surrounded by icebergs
Ocean Endeavour
BOAT TYPE: ExpeditionPASSENGERS: 200
The Ocean Endeavour is comfortable, spacious and the place to be in the Antarctic season. Not only is it one of the few polar expedition ships in Antarctica, it also has one crew member for every eight travellers. This means you’ll enjoy a more personal, informative and comfortable trip. With a gym, library, wide range of cabin types, modern Zodiacs, and superb views, the Ocean Endeavour is quite literally the coolest way to take the trip of a lifetime.
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Why choose us

Well equipped ship

Our Ocean Endeavour is built tough and designed to handle the harsh Antarctic wilderness with ease while ensuring your safety at every step of the adventure.

Onboard experts

Our experienced expedition team are at the top of their fields. You’ll find out everything you want to know from our Antarctic experts, including naturalists and ornithologists.

Daily excursions

We don’t call them hands-on, feet-on adventures for nothing. Get closer to the action with not one but two daily excursions on land and, via Zodiacs, at sea.

Onboard inclusions

Our onboard creature comforts will warm you up after your Antarctic outings. Expect 3-course meals, 24/7 tea and coffee and fascinating daily seminars.

Safety

We’re committed to providing the highest safety standards, which is why the Ocean Endeavour and all our operations teams undergo regular safety audits.

Responsible travel

We’re deeply committed to being a responsible business and take considered steps to minimize our impact, support vital research and promote conservation in the Antarctic.

Antarctica tour reviews

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Best of Antarctica: Whale Journey

Stijn · Traveled February 2024
Review submitted 24 Feb 2024

Best of Antarctica: Whale Journey

Jem · Traveled February 2024
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Best of Antarctica: Whale Journey

Suzanne · Traveled February 2024
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Best of Antarctica: Whale Journey

Sharon · Traveled February 2024
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Best of Antarctica: Whale Journey

Annette · Traveled February 2024
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Antarctica at a glance

  • POPULATION

    5,000

  • CURRENCY

    USD

  • LANGUAGE

    English

  • TIME ZONE

    (UTC+13:00) New Zealand

  • CALLING CODE

    +672

  • ELECTRICITY

    Type A (North American/Japanese 2-pin) Type B (American 3-pin)

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