Expedition Cruises » Explorer Ships
We offer 25 Explorer Ship Expeditions to the following:
- Antarctica
- Arctic Ocean, Spitsbergen
- Arctic Ocean, Spitsbergen, Greenland, Iceland
- Greenland
- Norway, Spitsbergen
- Spitsbergen
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Antarctica
January 16 - March 17, 2013
Antarctic Odyssey I
Welcome aboard our Antarctic Odyssey on m/v Ortelius, a true Discovery voyage to the southern Antarctic Peninsula and the rarely visited volcanic Peter I Island. Explore the outer fringes of pack-ice in the Amundsen sea, from where Roald Amundsen gained access to the ice-shelf and finally reached the South Pole in 1911. Sail the Ross sea, visit Ross Island, the cabins of Ernest Shackleton and Robert Falcon Scott (ice-permitting) ...
Prices from $18,290
31 days / 30 nights
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Antarctica
November 3 - November 22, 2012
Falklands - South Georgia - Antarctic Peninsula
Although officially south-Atlantic, the Falkland Islands have a sub-Antarctic appeal. The archipelago is a treasure-chest for nature and lovers and photographers, with vast colonies of Black-browed Albatross, five species of penguins and Elephant Seals. The Antarctic Peninsula offers the most dramatic scenery and biggest variety of wildlife in Antarctica. Be overcome by the huge amount of ice-bergs, glaciers, high mountains, and ...
Prices from $11,450
20 days / 19 nights
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Antarctica
February 4 - February 22, 2012
Falklands - South Georgia - Antarctic Peninsula, m/v Ortelius
Cruise on the m/v Ortelius; explore the Falkland Islands, South Georgia and Antarctic Peninsula, true Antarctic marvels. The archipelago of the Falklands is a treasure-chest for Antarctica nature lovers and photographers. South Georgia is one of the remotest, wildest places, with over 160 glaciers, unspoilt by man with abundant wildlife and spectacular scenery, while the Antarctic Peninsula offers most dramatic scenery and ...
Prices from $10,990
19 days / 18 nights
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Antarctica
December 3 - December 17, 2011
Exclusive South Georgia
Our exclusive South Georgia on m/v Plancius is a 15-day explorer cruise of the Sub-Antarctic island. Stunningly beautiful and rugged, with snow covered peaks, blue glacier ice, this island is a wildlife sanctuary and breeding ground for a large population of Antarctic fur seals and elephant seals, albatrosses, petrels and penguins. Our zodiacs bring you up close to wildlife, and knowledgeable guides lead the outings, followed by ...
Prices from $9,250
15 days / 14 nights
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Antarctica
October 17 - November 3, 2012
South Georgia
Our exclusive South Georgia on m/v Plancius is a 5-day explorer cruise of the Sub-Antarctic island. Stunningly beautiful and rugged, with snow covered peaks, blue glacier ice, this island is a wildlife sanctuary and breeding ground for a large population of Antarctic fur seals and elephant seals, albatrosses, petrels and penguins. Our zodiacs bring you up close to wildlife, and knowledgeable guides lead the outings, followed by ...
Prices from $8,650
18 days / 17 nights
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Antarctica
November 23 - December 8, 2012
Antarctic Peninsula - South Georgia
Cruise on the m/v Ortelius; explore the Antarctic Peninsula and South Georgia, a true Antarctic oasis. The Antarctic Peninsula offers the most dramatic scenery and biggest variety of wildlife. Be fascinated by the huge amount of icebergs, glaciers, high mountains and abundant wildlife. South Georgia is one of the remotest, wildest places, with over 160 glaciers dropping into the sea, unspoilt by man with unparalleled wildlife and ...
Prices from $8,390
16 days / 15 nights
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Antarctica
November 22, 2012 - March 9, 2013
Antarctic Penisula "Basecamp Plancius"
Oceanwide Antarctic Peninsula expedition cruise on Plancius offers most dramatic scenery or icebergs, glaciers, high mountains and biggest variety and abundance of wildlife. Basecamp for activities, field camping, kayaking, glacier walking, snowshoe, hiking, zodiac cruising, shore excursions, photography workshop, all packed in one departure. M/V “Plancius” will stay several days at specific locations as a comfortable hub ...
Prices from $7,390
12 days / 11 nights
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Antarctica
January 28 - February 27, 2012
Antarctic Peninsula
The Antarctic Peninsula offers the most dramatic scenery and biggest variety of wildlife in Antarctica. From King George Island we sail to beautiful Paradise Bay, where we go ashore on the Antarctic mainland. The narrow Lemaire Channel, surrounded by mountains and glaciers, is a popular passage for several species of whales. Tens of thousands of Adelie Penguins nest on Paulet Island; on Danco Island we can observe Chinstrap ...
Prices from $7,050
11 days / 10 nights
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Antarctica
March 9 - March 20, 2012
Polar Circle & Antarctic Peninsula
The Antarctic Peninsula offers the most dramatic scenery and biggest variety of wildlife in Antarctica. Treasures are huge amount of ice-bergs, glaciers, high mountains and the abundant and tame wildlife. Along the North-west coast we observe large numbers of seabirds and four species of penguins. Beaches and ice-flows have an abundance of seals, in waters around the Peninsula Fin Whales, Humpback Whales, Minke Whales and Killer ...
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12 days / 11 nights
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Antarctica
January 2, 2012 - February 26, 2012
Antarctica Classic
This 11-day cruise on the M/S Expedition will introduce you to the magic of the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula The Antarctic is anything but a world of white desolation, but vivid emerald, violet tints, intense blue and crimson light. Join us on a true adventure to a world of immense scale and visual splendor. Pass huge icebergs in the calm of a polar morning; encounter huge whales, rookeries of penguins and ...
Prices from $5,999
11 days / 10 nights
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Arctic Ocean, Spitsbergen
June 7 - June 26, 2012
Faire Isle - Jan Mayen - Spitsbergen Whale Safari
The North-Atlantic coastlines offer some of the finest scenery and wildlife in the world. Visitors can witness enormous colonies of seabirds thronging the cliffs and shores, and enjoy the thrilling antics of whales and dolphins at sea and seals and Walrus hauled out on the rocks and ice floes. The lucky may even encounter the very symbol of the Arctic - the Polar Bear. Our itineraries include Scotland, Shetland Islands, Jan Mayen ...
Prices from $2,050
12 days / 11 nights
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Arctic Ocean, Spitsbergen, Greenland, Iceland
September 4 - September 17, 2012
Arctic Highlights and Polar Bears
Sailing from Spitsbergen to Greenland, follow the ice's edge always on the lookout for wildlife. Navigating south, explore this remote landscape not only by ship but also on foot and by Zodiac. This journey highlights the contrast in the Arctic as you move south ending in "the land of fire and ice" Iceland. Inuit villages, unique wildlife and remote destinations are some of the highlights on this truly ...
Prices from $4,199
14 days / 13 nights
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Greenland
August 15 - September 8, 2012
Northeast Greenland
Northeast Greenland, "The World's Greatest National Park" is one of the world's last remaining wilderness areas. It is the most isolated, sparsely populated and scenically superb part of Greenland. Its treasures include grandiose landscapes, dominated by immense glaciers, stunning icebergs, Arctic wildlife, dramatic fjords, pack ice, and endless tundra. Enjoy zodiac cruises along ragged glacier fronts; observe ...
Prices from $6,250
13 days / 12 nights
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Greenland
September 8 - September 17, 2012
Scoresby Sund - Aurora Borealis
A voyage to astounding fjords of East Greenland, where we may encounter Polar Bears, and perhaps view the Northern Lights in clear Arctic autumn nights! Scoresby Sund is the world's largest fjord system, stretching more than 200 miles, and over 1500 meters deep, extending to the edge of the inland ice cap. Near the mouth of the fjord lies the main settlement Ittoqqortoormiit with 400 inhabitants, one of the most isolated ...
Prices from $4,950
10 days / 9 nights
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Norway, Spitsbergen
June 15 - June 29, 2012
Norwegian Fjords and Polar Bears
Enjoy a mystical north Atlantic journey on the spacious M/S Expedition. Explore medieval towns of the Norwegian coast before heading north to the Lofoten islands with the dramatic Trollfjord. Visit the island of Spitsbergen, an archipelago of deep fjords, high mountains and massive glaciers. This is your once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to ply the Norwegian Sea, keeping your eyes open for unique wildlife, while searching for the ...
Prices from $4,499
15 days / 14 nights
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Spitsbergen
June 29 - August 9, 2012
North or Around Spitsbergen
Towards the very top of the Northern Hemisphere lies the Svalbard Archipelago, the most accessible high Arctic area in the world. Large parts of Svalbard are national parks and nature preserves outside the few human settlements, a true wilderness area. Svalbard provides a wealth of wildlife, and our expedition cruises will reward you with views of colonies of nesting sea birds, mammals, reindeer, arctic fox, and the king of ...
Prices from $5,600
10 days / 9 nights
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Spitsbergen
August 6 - 15, 2012
Around Spitsbergen - Hiking Voyage
Towards the very top of the Northern Hemisphere lies the Svalbard Archipelago. It is the most accessible high Arctic area in the world. Large parts of Svalbard are national parks and nature preserves outside the few human settlements. Our expedition cruises will reward you with views of colonies of nesting sea birds, mammals, reindeer, arctic fox, and the king of Svalbard, the polar bear, with an estimated number of 2,500 bears ...
Prices from $5,600
10 days / 9 nights
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Spitsbergen
August 9 - 19, 2012
Around Spitsbergen - Kvitoya
Towards the very top of the Northern Hemisphere lies the Svalbard Archipelago, the most accessible high Arctic area in the world. Large parts of Svalbard are national parks and nature preserves outside the few human settlements, a true wilderness area. Svalbard provides a wealth of wildlife, and our expedition cruises will reward you with views of colonies of nesting sea birds, mammals, reindeer, arctic fox, and the king of ...
Prices from $5,450
11 days / 10 nights
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Spitsbergen
June 25 - July 4, 2012
North Spitsbergen - Basecamp
Towards the very top of the Northern Hemisphere lies the Svalbard Archipelago, the most accessible high Arctic area in the world. Large parts of Svalbard are national parks and nature preserves outside the few human settlements, a true wilderness area, providing a wealth of wildlife, sea birds, mammals, reindeer, arctic fox, and the polar bear. This cruise offers our Basecamp concept, with camping, hiking, kayaking, snowshoeing ...
Prices from $4,950
10 days / 9 nights
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Spitsbergen
July 4 - August 9, 2012
Around Spitsbergen
Oceanwide explorer cruise Around Spitsbergen, a voyage on Antarctic Dream, Plancius and Ortelius, sails from Longyearbyen along west coast of Svalbard. Ice conditions will determine the sailing plan, but we have a good chance to complete a Spitsbergen Circumnavigation. Sail into fjords, near the face of the impressive Monaco Glacier, and enjoy guided zodiac excursions, bringing you close to wildlife such as walrus, seals, polar ...
Prices from $4,700
10 days / 9 nights
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Spitsbergen
June 24 - August 26, 2012
North Spitsbergen - Polar Bear Special
During this Arctic summer voyage to Spitsbergen, the M/V Plancius cruises the west coast of Svalbard on a Polar Bear Special, with an itinerary allowing for more bear encounters, spending an extra day in the pack-ice north of Spitsbergen. Focus on spectacular fjords, glaciers and islands of North Spitsbergen, with abundant birdlife on huge bird cliffs, and the chance of encounters with Walrus, Reindeer, Ringed and Bearded Seals ...
Prices from $3,900
8 days / 7 nights
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Spitsbergen
June 18 - June 25, 2012
North Spitsbergen
Towards the very top of the Northern Hemisphere lies the Svalbard Archipelago, the most accessible high Arctic area in the world. Large parts of Svalbard are national parks and nature preserves outside the few human settlements, a true wilderness area. Our expedition cruise of Spitsbergen provides a wealth of wildlife, and rewards you with views of colonies of nesting sea birds, mammals, reindeer, arctic fox, and the king of ...
Prices from $3,900
8 days / 7 nights
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Spitsbergen
August 10 - August 20, 2012
The Realm of the Polar Bear in Depth
An Expedition to the remote island of Spitsbergen is a voyage into the land of the polar bear. High in the Arctic, this island within the Norwegian Svalbard archipelago is ensnared in ice during much of the year. However, as summer nears, the ice gives way to scenic fjords and stunning scenery frequented by the world's largest land carnivore - the polar bear! Enjoy close-up encounters with huge icebergs, glaciers, and a ...
Prices from $3,699
11 days / 10 nights
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Spitsbergen
June 26 - July 12, 2012
North Spitsbergen - Bears and Whales Special
During this Arctic summer voyage to North Spitsbergen, the M/V Ortelius cruises the west coast of Svalbard on a Polar Bear and Whale Special. "Ortelius" offers a comfortable hotel standard, with two restaurants, a bar/lecture room and a sauna, providing us with possibilities to adventure remote locations such as the Ross Sea and Franz Josef Land. Focus is on spectacular fjords and glaciers, and encounters with Walrus, ...
Prices from $3,650
8 days / 7 nights
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Spitsbergen
June 29 - August 10, 2012
Realm of the Polar Bear
Experience an adventure cruise to the remote island of Spitsbergen, voyage into the realm of the polar bear. High in the Arctic, Spitsbergen is an island within the Norwegian Svalbard archipelago that is ensnared in ice during much of the year. However, as summer approaches, the ice gives way to scenic fjords and stunning scenery frequented by the world's largest land carnivore - the polar bear, along with seals, walrus, and ...
Prices from $3,599
8 days / 7 nights
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