South America Expedition Team

“Some of the most memorable moments come when we take some time to deeply experience local nature and culture – to really appreciate where we are”.
– Helga Kristiansen, Assistant Expedition Leader

Unmatched expertise

Expedition Teams at Hurtigruten represent the best of the best. The Expedition Team Leader and Assistant Expedition Leaders are experts on safety and sustainability, making sure your exploration of these remote destinations is done right. Together with guest lecturers and scientists, they will enhance your voyage with first-hand knowledge and fascinating insights, ensure your complete safety during landings, and guarantee the lightest possible footprint in this fascinating environment.

Together with guest lecturers and scientists, they will enhance your voyage with first-hand knowledge and fascinating insights, ensure your complete safety during landings, and guarantee the lightest possible footprint in this fascinating environment.

Leading and teaching

During your discovery of South America, your Expedition Team will lead the way on short hikes, museum visits, food tastings, and onshore cultural performances. Briefings occur before each activity, making you aware of any potential risks and of strict protocol regarding local wildlife. Both on and off the ship, lectures are held on a wide variety of specialized topics that cover Latin American history, local culture, biology, birds, geology, land forms, photography and storytelling, just to name a few.

Expedition Team members in South America

Get to know some of the Expedition Team members you may encounter on a cruise to South America: