Ships

  • National Geographic Endurance

    The National Geographic Endurance is named to honor explorer Ernest Shackleton and his legendary Transantarctic Expedition. A fully-stabilized vessel of the highest ice class (PC5 Category A), she will enable adventurous guests to go where few have or can. National Geographic Endurance’s most striking exterior feature is her distinctive profile, the patented X-Bow®, a game-changing

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  • National Geographic Orion

    National Geographic Orion is one of the smallest ships exclusively operating Fly the Drake Antarctica trips. In addition to the common 8 day itineraries, the ship also features extended 9 and 10 day fly cruise expeditions allowing more time in destination. With 53 cabins and a maximum of 102 guests, National Geographic Orion offers an

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  • The ship Vikingfjord on the water with snowy mountain in background.

    MV Vikingfjord

    The smallest vessel we offer, the MV Vikingfjord provides the chance to experience the Arctic wilderness in an intimate group of just 12 guests. This cozy ship was rebuilt from the ground up in 2023 and features a modern Scandinavian design. It is one of the most environmentally friendly vessels sailing in the Arctic as

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  • Exterior of Magellan Discoverer with ice floe & penguin in foreground.

    Magellan Discoverer – Fly the Drake

    Scheduled for launch in December 2026, the Magellan Discoverer is a new vessel built specifically for Antarctica Fly the Drake trips. With a yacht-like design, all-balcony accommodations, and a capacity of just 76 guests, it offers one of the premier boutique experiences in Antarctica.  This sister ship to the popular Magellan Explorer features a sophisticated

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  • Ocean Victory – AC

    The Ocean Victory, launched in 2021, is one of the most modern small expedition vessels at sea. Purpose-built for discovery, it combines comfort, capability, and a deep commitment to sustainability—an ideal platform for small-ship expeditions to the remote Arctic wilderness. Its innovative X-BOW® hull delivers smoother, quieter crossings and greater stability, while its ice-strengthened design

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  • The side view of the ship Ocean Victory from the water.

    Ocean Victory

    Ocean Victory is a stylish expedition ship launched in late 2021. The ship features 93 cabins, all with ocean view and 90% with a private balcony. Its X-Bow® design helps provide more stability when sailing in the open ocean and the 1A ice class is one of the highest among passenger ships.  Onboard guests will

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  • Exterior view of the ship Heritage Adventurer sailing on the water.

    Heritage Adventurer

    Heritage Adventurer is a purpose built polar expedition ship offering some of the most unique and off the beaten track voyages to Antarctica’s Ross Sea and the Sub-Antarctic Islands of New Zealand. With a 1A Super Ice class, a maximum of 140 guests and several indoor & outdoor observation areas, she is the perfect vessel

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