Antarctic expedition ship among icebergs

Cruises

Luxury Expedition Cruises UK - Antarctica, Arctic and Remote Destinations

Journey to the world's most remote and pristine wilderness destinations

The Ultimate Adventure

Expedition cruising takes you beyond the reach of ordinary travel—to Antarctica's pristine ice, the Arctic's polar bears, the Galápagos' unique wildlife, and other remote corners of our planet that few will ever experience.

Travel aboard purpose-built expedition vessels with reinforced hulls, Zodiac fleets for shore landings, and expert teams of naturalists, marine biologists, historians, and photographers. These aren't just cruises—they're immersive journeys of discovery.

Every expedition includes multiple Zodiac excursions, wildlife encounters, educational lectures, and landings in places that will take your breath away. Small ship sizes mean personalised experiences and more time ashore.

Our Expedition Partners

Quark Expeditions

The polar specialists. State-of-the-art ships including Ultramarine with twin helicopters. Antarctic Peninsula, South Georgia, Svalbard, Greenland. Kayaking, camping on ice, and flightseeing adventures.

Twin helicopters on Ultramarine
Polar camping experiences
Kayaking expeditions
Expert polar guides

Hurtigruten Expeditions

Norwegian heritage meets modern expedition cruising. Antarctica, Arctic Norway, Alaska, Galápagos and beyond. Hybrid-powered ships and science-focused itineraries.

Hybrid-powered vessels
Science Center onboard
Citizen science programs
130+ years of heritage

Aurora Expeditions (AE Expeditions)

35 years of pioneering small ship expeditions. B Corp certified with a commitment to sustainability and conservation. Purpose-built X-Bow ships including Greg Mortimer, Sylvia Earle, and Douglas Mawson offer exceptional stability and comfort in polar waters.

B Corp certified sustainability
Innovative X-Bow ship design
35 years polar expertise
Citizen science programs

Expedition Destinations

Antarctic Peninsula

Towering icebergs, penguin colonies, and landscapes of staggering beauty.

South Georgia

King penguin colonies, elephant seals, and Shackleton's grave.

Svalbard

Polar bears, Arctic foxes, walruses, and the midnight sun.

Greenland

Massive icebergs, Inuit culture, and remote fjords.

Galápagos

Darwin's living laboratory with unique wildlife encounters.

Alaska

Glaciers, grizzly bears, and pristine wilderness.

Plan Your Expedition

Expedition cruises book up 12-18 months in advance. Get in touch early to secure the best cabins.

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