Why we like the Ocean Victory

  • 70% of the staterooms offer private balconies and all cabins are exterior, enabling you to enjoy the spectacular icy views
  • Two jacuzzis allow you to warm up in style after a chilly day out exploring on foot and by Zodiac
  • Advanced "clean ship" engines with significantly lower emissions than traditional expedition vessels
  • The top ice class 1A/PC6 rating allows for safe navigation of challenging polar waters
  • A purpose-built expedition ship with X-Bow® Infinity technology and zero speed stabilisers, improving your comfort in rough waters
  • For active travellers, optional activities include kayaking, snowshoeing and camping
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Lizzie says

I sailed aboard Ocean Victory in February 2022 and loved waking up to panoramic views of sculptural icebergs and jagged glaciated mountains through the floor-to-ceiling balcony doors. A perfect way to start the day!

Lizzie Williams Polar Product & Partnerships Manager

Voyages aboard Ocean Victory

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South Shetland Islands & Antarctica Voyage

A classic 10-day voyage to the White Continent. Perfect for those wanting great value and comfortable accommodation. Sail aboard a purpose-built X-bow expedition ship with an average of 175…

  • 9-12 Days
  • $10,195
Antarctica, South Georgia & Falklands Revealed

Purpose-built to tackle polar waters, an eco-minded vessel makes the ocean crossing between Antarctica and the wildlife Eden of South Georgia as comfortable as possible. Traverse the breathtaking Antarctic Sound where huge tabular icebergs dwarf the ship and immerse yourself…

  • 19 Days
  • $15,595
Encounter the Antarctic Circle

An extended voyage to the peninsula with 6 full days exploring the White Continent. Your comfortable 175 passenger ship will sail towards 66 degrees south in pursuit of the remote Antarctic Circle. An ice-strengthened PC6 hull allows your vessel to…

  • 12 Days
  • $10,995

Cabin Categories

Ocean Victory has a total of 93 comfortable cabins for guests, all with a view of the ocean, and 70% with their own private balcony. Several restaurants, a wellness area, the Nordic Bar, an open deck dining facility and a modern lecture lounge all ensure absolute comfort for those onboard. A Green Initiative Programme promises environmentally friendly and sustainable practice for all elements of your voyage.

*Please note cabin sizes below INCLUDE the balcony area

Premium Suite

  • Located on Deck 4
  • Approximately 45m² (484ft²)
  • Private balcony
  • Double bed or two single beds
  • Separate living area with sofa bed, table and chair
  • Spacious bathroom

Category A - Junior Suite

  • Located on Deck 7
  • Approximately 42m² (452ft²)
  • Private balcony
  • Double bed or two single beds, with option to convert to a triple capacity
  • Sofa bed, table and chair
  • Spacious bathroom 

Category B - Balcony Suite

  • Located on Deck 4 & Deck 6
  • Approximately 28m² - 35m² (301ft² - 377ft²)
  • Private balcony
  • Double bed or two single beds
  • Seating area
  • Ensuite
  • Cabins 428 and 429 are accessible cabins, with wet room style bathrooms, with no shower tray, a fold down seat and a shower curtain rather than glass. These cabins also have automatic open and close doors to the public corridor and also ramps can be provided to smooth access across the lip of the balcony door.

Category C - Balcony Stateroom

  • Located on Deck 4 & Deck 6
  • Approximately 24m² (258ft²)
  • Private balcony
  • Double bed or two single beds
  • Seating area with sofa bed (which can be used for a child)
  • Ensuite
  • Option to book two cabins with connecting doors if travelling as a group

Category D - Porthole Stateroom

  • Located on Deck 3 & Deck 4
  • Approximately 22m² (237ft²)
  • Porthole windows
  • Double bed or two single beds
  • Seating area 
  • Ensuite 
  • Convenient location for passengers with limited mobility
  • Please note: although on the same deck as the mudroom, the cabins on Deck 3 cannot directly access to the mudrooms due to the presence of crew-only areas in between. Therefore you will need to walk up one flight of stairs onto Deck 4 and onto down to the stern where there are stairs directly down into the mudroom.

Category E - French Balcony Stateroom

  • Located on Deck 7
  • Approximately 16m² (172ft²)
  • French balcony
  • Floor-to-ceiling windows
  • Double bed
  • Ensuite 

Category F - Triple Stateroom

  • Located on Deck 3
  • Approximately 22m² (237ft²)
  • Porthole windows
  • 2 single beds & 1 sofa bed
  • Seating area
  • Ensuite
  • Please note: although on the same deck as the mudroom, the cabins on Deck 3 cannot directly access to the mudrooms due to the presence of crew-only areas in between. Therefore you will need to walk up one flight of stairs onto Deck 4 and onto down to the stern where there are stairs directly down into the mudroom.

Category G - Single Stateroom

  • Located on Deck 3
  • Approximately 18m² (194ft²)
  • Porthole window
  • Double bed
  • Seating area
  • Ensuite
  • Please note: although on the same deck as the mudroom, the cabins on Deck 3 cannot directly access to the mudrooms due to the presence of crew-only areas in between. Therefore you will need to walk up one flight of stairs onto Deck 4 and onto down to the stern where there are stairs directly down into the mudroom.

Deck Plan

Onboard Communications & Facilities

Keep in mind, we will be cruising in a very remote region of the world. Where accessible, internet access is available for an extra charge. 

The official language onboard is English; however, the expedition team and crew are often a wonderful mix of nationalities. If you form part of a large group and require communication in your own language, please let us know and we may be able to make special arrangements to accommodate your needs.

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What our customers think of Ocean Victory

Great ship and great expedition team. Read the full review

Travelled: January 2024

Janice Wiegmann - USA

The expedition team were incredible and we got to see so much cruising and landing. The crew was very knowledgeable and also ensured we were safe at all times. We would choose this ship again. Read the full review

Travelled: December 2023

Anthony VanTreeck - USA

I have been on many very large cruise ships and was really surprised at the food and service on the Ocean Victory. I was expecting a small ship and it proved way better than I expected. Read the full review

Travelled: December 2023

Edward Moder III - USA

Cabin was great. Kept very clean. Food was great - loved all the fresh fruit. Staff wonderful. Read the full review

Travelled: December 2023

Edward Moder IV - USA

The team was amazing. Knowledgeable and intriguing. Read the full review

Travelled: December 2023

Patty Hultquist - USA

Cabins were very clean and beds were soft. Food was amazing. Read the full review

Travelled: November 2023

Amos Billesberger - Canada

Great accommodations and very friendly staff. Very knowledgeable guides every time Read the full review

Travelled: January 2023

Leslie Naely Ramirez - USA

I loved my cabin. Great design, good size. The expedition crew were absolutely experts and the hotel/restaurant crew did an excellent job taking care of us. Read the full review

Travelled: January 2023

Nathalie Spencer Weiss - USA

Amazing people, very fun and knowledgeable and inspiring. Read the full review

Travelled: January 2023

Niki Agrawal - USA

All staff were very knowledgeable, professional, and super congenial. All of the lectures were well done and interesting. Read the full review

Travelled: December 2022

Judi Sandall - USA

Cabin was excellent as was the food. Would certainly recommend the ship Read the full review

Travelled: December 2022

Judi Sandall - USA

10/10 - The expedition guides were fantastic, super knowledgable and friendly, and the cruise was luxurious and extremely accommodating. Read the full review

Travelled: November 2022

Nova Soares - USA

It was the best ship! So luxurious, sturdy, and beautiful. My cabin was gorgeous. I loved the balcony and the twin bed was even comfortable. I would 100% choose this ship every time. Read the full review

Travelled: November 2022

Nova Soares - USA

Great expedition team with tons of experience and knowledge of Antarctica. Jamie, the expedition leader just made everything happen. The team really delivered. Who could ever forget a lecture entitled "Krill With Phil"? Gerard's vast knowledge and experience was awesome. Read the full review

Travelled: February 2022

Scott Hunter - USA

From the captain down, the people who run the ship and provide the hotel services are wonderful and caring. Our favorite server was Josephine. She served our meals with kindness, care, and grace that went far beyond service that is expected from a first class ship Read the full review

Travelled: February 2022

Scott Hunter - USA

An excellent new ship with a Captain willing to go to sites the expedition team had only hoped but not expected to get to. A brilliant team of expedition staff doing everything from the antigen-tests to zodiac driving and encouraging this old lady to get up the hill to see albatross chicks! Read the full review

Travelled: February 2022

Sue Gatenby - UK

It is a very comfortable well appointed ship and thankfully very stable. The food was very good too. Read the full review

Travelled: February 2022

Sue Gatenby - UK

The ship was great, comfortable, cabin was good. Read the full review

Travelled: December 2021

Julia Karasik - USA

They were great! All through from the new ship to the staff. Can’t say enough! Read the full review

Travelled: December 2021

Gordon Pickering - USA

Almost brand new and shiny all over, the Ocean Victory was a beauty to behold. Very comfortable all over including the cabin which was spacious and well-equipped. And the food was great. Lots of variety for every meal. We would recommend the Ocean Victory to anyone! Read the full review

Travelled: December 2021

Gordon Pickering - USA

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