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Ocean Diamond

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Why we like the Ocean Diamond

  • A very comfortable, spacious mini-cruise ship with more facilities than most other polar ships
  • Huge outside deck space ensures that everyone has plenty of space for wildlife viewing
  • Good choice of larger than average cabins, all with en suite bathroom, including Singles and Suites with balconies
  • The 360 degree Observation deck is a great place to watch icebergs & wildlife
  • Comfortable theatre-style auditorium for lectures and briefings, with a huge projector screen
  • Internal Passenger elevator provides easy access to most decks
  • The ship's emissions are offset making it the first carbon neutral ship in the polar adventure industry

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What Our Customers Think of Ocean Diamond

I loved the ship! It is big enough for all of us to be comfortable and small enough to access difficult places. The internal spaces are comfortable and allow a good view of the environment. The crew is very professional and the hotel management is fantastic. Keep in that way! Read the full review

Travelled: January 2023

Virginia De Francesco - Argentina

Cabin was perfect. The extra cost for a balcony room was worth every penny. Seeing icebergs passing by as we cruised and being able to run out and watch it take pictures was priceless! Housekeeping was more than perfect! Read the full review

Travelled: December 2022

Karen Pearson - USA

The food was fantastic and over the top. I estimate I may have gained 7 pounds and I was cautious in my eating..... Read the full review

Travelled: December 2019

Steve Hatten - United States Of America

The food and service in the dining room were excellent. Read the full review

Travelled: December 2019

Burke Bretzing - United States Of America

The ship had a nice enclosed, warm observation deck on the 7th level right above the bridge. It was also great that we were allowed in the bridge. Read the full review

Travelled: December 2019

Mark Jongewaard - United States Of America

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The Ocean Diamond was outstanding in all aspects. The ship itself was accommodating, spacious and spotless. My cabin was comfortable and furnished well. The staff made every effort to please and assist - they were just awesome!

Travelled: February 2017

Wendy - Florida

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The Ocean Diamond is a great vessel. We had plenty of time on land and the time spent in the zodiacs was amazing. All of the expedition leaders were fantastic so I felt I got more than I expected. It was an epic voyage.

Travelled: February 2017

Jeff - Arizona

Voyages aboard the Ocean Diamond

Price Match Promise - We’ll match any price you find elsewhere for the same trip

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I loved the feeling on Ocean Diamond of always being close to the action. Almost every public area has direct access to an outer deck. For me the adventure in Antarctica is all about being outside.

Alex Mudd Head of Swoop Antarctica

Onboard Communications & Facilities

If you wish to stay in touch, even in Antarctica, you can choose from the options below:

  • Internet & WiFi: available as a pre-paid PIN card that grants access to WiFi spots found in the public spaces and cabins with a more limited connection. Generally, 100mb cards cost about $100. 
  • Satellite phone card: available as a pre-paid PIN card. Expect costs of about $0.25/minute when calling to the USA.
  • Ship-based email: available for a nominal fee of about $30 (text-based email)
  • Mail: it is possible to send mail from the ship

Please note that this is only for light data traffic and that the above prices are only approximate. You can use your own device and connect it to WiFi. The ship is reachable via e-mail or phone. Final prices for these additional services will be posted onboard the ship.

Other facilities include:

  • Plugs: European 220V two-round-pinned sockets
  • Towels, toiletries and hair dryers
  • Laundry service (additional cost)

Find Your Antarctic Ship

Choosing the right ship is crucial, given the amount of time you'll spend on board. Swoop is experienced at helping match our customers to exactly the right ship.

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Ready to plan your Antarctic adventure?

1. Listen

We'll spend some time listening to your aspirations, then discuss the kind of experience that might suit you.

2. Match

Next we'll discuss the options, shortlist the best trips for you and present you our impartial recommendations.

3. Reserve

We'll place a 24 hour hold on your preferred option - without obligation - whilst we talk through the details.