Expedition Cruises
Discover the world's remote and incredible destinations on an expedition cruise. Get up close to amazing wildlife, pristine polar landscapes, and unique cultures. Expedition cruises reach places beyond typical ports, offering authentic experiences and unforgettable memories. Expedition ships, smaller than traditional cruise liners, act as platforms to access remote destinations. Led by expert teams, these voyages prioritise immersive experiences over rigid itineraries, exploring the unexpected each day.
Whether it's Antarctica's icy wilderness, the Arctic's fabled landscapes, or the Kimberley's untouched beauty, expedition cruises offer unparalleled access. Enjoy sustainable and sensitive travel to the world’s most isolated regions.
Why Choose An Expedition Cruise?
Expedition cruises offer an exciting way to explore the world. These voyages focus on immersive experiences in remote destinations, prioritising exploration and discovery over traditional cruise itineraries. Expedition ships, smaller than typical cruise liners, provide access to smaller ports and remote sites. Accompanied by expert expedition teams, you'll encounter amazing wildlife, stunning landscapes, and unique cultures with sustainable and sensitive travel.
Unrivalled Exploration
Expedition cruises aren't limited to standard ports, reaching remote sites for in-depth exploration. Aboard small ships, access smaller ports and start exploring as soon as you disembark. Expedition teams lead Zodiac cruises, hikes, and visits to cultural sites.
HX Expeditions MS Roald Amundsen in Antarctica
Authentic Encounters
Experience real and unfiltered encounters with nature, people, and wildlife. Engage with passionate expedition teams dedicated to sharing adventures and creating genuine connections while respecting local communities, wildlife, and environments. Onboard experts bring destinations to life through science, nature, culture, and history.
Seabourn guests viewing penguins from a zodiac in Antarctica's Weddell Sea
Sustainable Travel
Travel in a sustainable and sensitive way, getting up-close to incredible destinations. Some operators utilise clean ship-certified vessels with low emissions and support polar conservation. Environmentally conscious expeditions respect the communities, wildlife, and environments encountered.
Celebrity Flora guests up close to giant turtles in the Galapagos Islands.
Expert-Led Adventures
Benefit from passionate and seasoned expedition teams, including scientists, wildlife experts, and researchers. Expedition leaders ensure you're perfectly placed to experience amazing wildlife and stunning landscapes. Onboard botanists offer insights into ecosystems, and archaeologists uncover lost cities.
Guests onboard a Zodiac in Antarctica on a Seabourn cruise
All-Inclusive Comfort
Enjoy a blend of luxury, exploration and great comfort, even in the most remote regions. Expedition cruises offer top-quality services and discovery voyages to far-flung corners of the earth, accompanied by regional experts. With everything included, from Zodiac outings to shore visits, relax and enjoy total peace of mind.
Celebrity Flora guests relaxing in a hot tub enjoying views of the Galapagos Islands.
Discover The World on an Expedition Cruise
Antarctica
Experience a vast, pristine wilderness with unique wildlife. See dramatic scenery and untouched beauty on one of Earth's last frontiers. Some ships offer helicopter trips for deeper polar exploration.
The Arctic
Witness unfiltered nature and follow early explorers. Discover Inuit culture and stunning landscapes. Onboard experts bring destinations to life in this world of generous know-how.
Galapagos Islands
Explore a pristine archipelago, home to unique wildlife. Enjoy exclusive access and new discoveries every day in this breathtaking region. All-inclusive packages offer the fullest exploration.
The Kimberley
Explore Australia's remote coast on small ships. Discover breathtaking landscapes and access pristine, untouched sites. Spend more time immersed in this unique corner of the world.
Indian Ocean
Discover paradise islands with unique wildlife. Experience a tropical expedition with pristine waters and coral gardens, far from the hustle of the modern world.
Europe
Experience a medley of culture, traditions and history, travelling beyond the ordinary. Uncover hidden gems that make each destination unique, from Turkey to Portugal.