What sets our ships apart?

All our ships are small

Most of our ships carry between 65–135 passengers and none of our vessels are over 200 in capacity. This means you can join every excursion and more shore landings are possible. You’ll spend less time waiting to board Zodiacs, so you spend more time off the ship discovering the landscapes and wildlife. Smaller ships are more manoeuvrable, getting you much closer to the shoreline. You can also enjoy extra kayaking and camping activities with a small group of people. A low staff-to-passenger ratio means more one-on-one time with your expert expedition team.

Flexibility and Freedom

All itineraries are designed to be adaptable to changing weather or sea ice or unexpected wildlife encounters! No matter where you are, the ships encourage a true sense of exploration. The crew are always looking for new places to explore by Zodiac and will adjust the schedule to make sure you get the most out of your expedition.

Safe and steady

Built to world-class polar standards, all ships have been designed in close consultation with expedition specialists and are capable of negotiating the strongest winds and waves (even the notoriously famous Drake Passage – read more on page 16). All the ships also have ice-strengthened hulls, enabling them to manoeuvre safely in the ice.

Expedition setup

All of the ships are comfortable and sensibly kitted out for expedition voyages in polar conditions. Whichever ship you choose, you will enjoy a warm, friendly atmosphere on-board –and the chance to witness some of nature’s most extraordinary sights up-close, thanks to plenty of dedicated observation spaces.

An expert crew

The ships are captained and crewed by some of the top experts in their field. They love sharing tales of adventure with fellow like-minded people who love to connect with the natural world. Life on-board is relaxed and informal; which means you’ll receive a more personalised service from the expert guides and they will ensure your time spent with them is interesting and educational.