Antarctica

– Embark on an adventure to the end of the Earth
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  • True polar expedition
    Embark on an adventure unlike anything else with the leader in Antarctic expedition cruises.
  • Another world
    Set foot on the most unique and remote place on Earth. Explore the frozen wilderness on daily landings and activities.
  • Fascinating wildlife
    Meet the curious and fearless Antarctic animals like penguins, whales and seals in their natural habitat.
  • Sustainable travel
    Sail with the greenest expedition cruise fleet. Learn about our planet’s most fragile ecosystems and get a deeper understanding of the world we share.
With tenderboats in Antarctica
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A flock of seagulls are standing in the snow
A person standing next to a body of water
A tent in the snow
A group of people riding skis on a snow board in the water
A whale jumping out of the water
A house covered in snow
A man standing on top of a snow covered mountain
A close up of a seal

Cruises to Antarctica

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Explore Antarctica

Discover some of the possible landing sites you may visit on an expedition cruise to Antarctica.

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Explore Antarctica

Discover some of the possible landing sites you may visit on an expedition cruise to Antarctica.

  • 1

    Half Moon Island

    Enjoy a stay on this staggeringly photogenic island. We will explore the serrated and creviced cliffs, home to a large colony of chinstrap penguins.

  • 2

    Deception Island

    This distinctive ring-shaped volcanic caldera has a navigable opening into the flooded interior.

  • 3

    Yankee Harbour

    One of the main sights here is the large colony of gentoo penguins, estimated to be 4,000 breeding pairs.

  • 4

    Antarctic Sound

    The huge ice shelves of the Antarctic continent give birth to mile-long tabular icebergs. The strong currents of the Weddell Sea bring these massive flat-topped bergs north into the Antarctic Sound.

  • 5

    Brown Bluff

    This 2,440 ft high, rust-coloured bluff is volcanic and the beach is peppered with lava “bombs”.

  • 6

    Cuverville Island

    Cuverville Island boasts the largest known colony of gentoo penguins in the Antarctic Peninsula.

  • 7

    Neko Harbour

    Neko is one of the places in this area where we have a chance to land on the Antarctic mainland.

  • 8

    Paradise Harbour

    Paradise Harbour offers another rare opportunity for a mainland landing.

  • 9

    Lemaire Channel

    This wide channel is one of the most beautiful passages in Antarctica.

  • 10

    Antarctic Circle

    We hope to explore beyond the Circle at 66°33’ south - far beyond the limit of most cruises in Antarctica - on some of our expeditions between January and March.

  • 11

    Falkland Islands

    Vast open spaces and white sandy beaches will greet you in the Falklands. Known as a birdwatcher’s paradise, the islands also host five different species of penguins.

  • 12

    South Georgia

    Home to stunning fjords, mountains and beaches, South Georgia provides a perfect environment for animals to flourish. Expect to see seals and an abundance of penguin colonies.

Antarctica explained

– Behind the scenes videos

See what it's like to be on an expedition cruise to Antarctica, and learn more about the continent from the experts on board.

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What to expect

– Your travel guide to Antarctica

Iceberg in Antarctica Sound

The most remote continent on Earth is unlike anything you've ever experienced. Here's all you need to know before travelling to Antarctica.

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Iceberg in Antarctica Sound

Sail with the experts

– Your expedition team in Antarctica

The Expedition Team cruising at Damoy Point, Antarctica
Our experts are here to safeguard both explorers and the pristine environment. They serve as your invaluable hosts throughout your expedition cruise in Antarctica.
The Expedition Team cruising at Damoy Point, Antarctica

Leading and teaching

During your discovery of the great continent of Antarctica, your Expedition Team will lead the way on landings and small boat cruises, as well as optional kayaking and camping opportunities if conditions allow.

Hurtigruten Expedition Team member Tudor Morgan

“I am really excited to share knowledge with our guests about the unforgettable nature and beauty that we encounter in Antarctica – like whales feeding, penguins porpoising, and amazing scenery.”

– Tudor, Expedition Team Leader

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