Luxury Antarctic Cruises

Luxury Vessel & Premium Service

On the Explorer you can expect a top of the range service from a full range of exciting itineraries to the Antarctic Peninsula in comfort from the delicious meals and fully inclusive services right down to the cabins and communal spaces. Their excellent service and welcoming hospitality includes a crew to guest ratio of nearly 1 to 1. Some of the highlights include:

Gourmet Menus by Relais and Chateaux and open-seating dining which means when and with whom you dine is up to you.
All ocean-view accommodation - The largest average accommodation size of any expedition ship, each with private bath and an elegant ambience of unrivalled luxury.
Expert team - Travel with explorers, scientists, authors, photographers and destination experts at your side as you discover remote and remarkable environments. They'll also take you on guided adventures ashore.
Fully inclusive service - this includes beverages served throughout the ship for the duration of the trip: a premium selection of fine wines, champagnes, spirits, bottled water, soft drinks and specialty coffees. A personal butler service in every suite and stateroom, 24-Hour room service and all on-board gratuities included.

In addition to this, the cruise operator will provide competitive rates and book your flight from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia (where the cruise departs), saving you the hassle of finding the most cost effective internal flights.

Alex says

The old adage that 'any fool can be uncomfortable' is even more relevant for Antarctica. The recent arrival of a small fleet of well appointed ships offering creature comforts from Nespresso machines to balcony suites, and even 24/7 butler service, has significantly raised the bar

Alex Mudd General Manager

Luxury Antarctic Peninsula Voyages

Original Fly & Cruise Luxury Adventure

Fly over the Drake Passage in just 2 hours, both to and from Antarctica. Ideal for those wanting a high comfort level, but who have limited time or are anxious sailors. An outstanding all-suite ship benefitting from a recent $10…

8 Days
$12,995

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Antarctic Peninsula Classic

Travelling on board one of Antarctica’s few truly luxury vessels, explore the highlights of the peninsula while travelling in 5* comfort. Spacious suites, first class cuisine and optional adventure activities all help create this ideal marriage of comfort and adventure.…

11-14 Days
$8,995

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Highlights of the Antarctic Peninsula

Sail to The White Continent aboard one of the most luxurious ship currently available. Unsurpassed comfort and true 5* service are this operator’s hallmarks. From the discreetly attentive Filipino staff, Relais & Chateaux cuisine and 24/7 butler service to the…

11-13 Days
$10,778

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Luxury Falklands & South Georgia Voyages

South Georgia, Antarctica and Falklands Luxury Explorer

Looking for an Antarctic adventure without compromising on comfort and service? Look no further. Benefitting from a $10 million refurbishment, this stylish 110-passenger ship, with its cavernous suites, fine dining and compelling itinerary, offers a very polished Southern Ocean adventure,…

20 Days
$14,295

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The Great Adventure: Antarctica and South Georgia

Focusing only on Antarctica and South Georgia, missing out The Falklands, this voyage is both rare and attractive. Sail first to Antarctica and then on to South Georgia at a time when the King penguins are in their greatest numbers.…

16 Days
$9,800

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Luxury Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica

For a truly 5 star Southern Ocean experience, this is the voyage to consider. Cosseted aboard the most luxurious, all-inclusive small expedition ship currently in Antarctica, enjoy outstanding cuisine, impeccable service and daily guided…

19 Days
$18,423

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Luxury Polar Circle Trips

Traversing the Antarctic Circle

For an unparalleled Polar Circle experience spending 8 full days in Antarctica, choose this February departure. Head south when penguin and whale activity is at its peak, accompanied by a highly experienced team. This elegant 110 passenger ship combines real…

15 Days
$10,995

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Beyond the Polar Circle

For a breathtaking tour of the very best of the Southern Ocean - including the rare combination of both South Georgia and the Polar Circle - this 17-day voyage is hard to beat. All aboard a modern, fast super-yacht with…

17 Days
$14,854

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Arrive in Style: Fly and Cruise Trips

If you like the sound of the Explorer but just know you're not up to crossing the Drake Passage, Fly & Cruise trips offer you the luxury of flying over the Drake Passage in 2 hours. This brilliant shortcut not only means you'll save time at sea but you'll also get to spend each precious moment out exploring the Great White Continent.

Fly & cruise trips offer action-packed cruises along the Antarctic Peninsula and across the Antarctic circle at 66 degrees south to explore some of the most beautiful channels and islands such as the Gerlache Strait and some of the more unusual landmarks such as Brown Bluff, a penguin-inhabited volcano island and Deception Island, where you'll swim in the Antarctic waters and warm up on the hot stones of the volcanic bay.

The fly and cruise vessel has space for just 68 passengers includes:

Carefully selected wine list with only the finest Chilean wines
Accommodation in comfortable oceanview cabins, all with private facilities
An open bar throughout and delicious international cuisine, with a 3 course menu and 3 options to choose from each evening
A complimentary night's stay at one of Punta Arenas' classic hotels, the Rey Don Felipe Hotel on the last night of the trip

Swoop Says

'Luxury' is an ambiguous word at best. In Antarctica it's as applicable to the actual 'experience' as the comfort of your cabin. We understand both sides of this coin and can help guide you to exactly the right trip to suit your needs.

Special Promotions

Antarctic cruises don't follow the typical cruise industry trend with heavy discounting, however early booking incentives and late booking discounts are available from time-to-time on selected voyages.

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