Expedition
With just 134 guests, the Expedition offers a small ship Antarctic experience at a fantastic price. While it is not the fanciest of ships, it is comfortable, offers excellent public spaces and is run by an experienced operator with a good program. The ship features spacious outdoor deck spaces to take in the incredible landscapes and to search for whales & seabirds. Additionally, there are multiple indoor lounges where guests can relax in between excursions and perhaps even listen to live music in the evenings. Each trip includes a pre-voyage hotel night and a complimentary parka to keep. Camping and kayaking is offered on several departures.
Ship Features:
- Common Areas: Dining room, Presentation lounge, Polar Bear Bar, Lonely Planet Library, Gym, Sauna, Top observation deck with 360 degree views, large Mudroom, raised forward observation deck and large aft deck with BBQ facilities
- Cabins: All cabins have a private bathroom with an outside view. Six different cabin categories to choose from including Quad and Triple cabins.
- Dining: The Albatross Dining Room serves international cuisine and is large enough to accommodate all passengers in one sitting.
Ship Specifications:
- MAX # of guests: 134
- Expedition team: 14
- Crew: 55 crew
- Ice Class: Swedish/Finnish 1B
- Year Launched: 1972 (refurbished in 2009)
- Cruising Speed: 13 knots
- Length: 345 feet (105 meters)
- Stabilizers: Retractable fins, gyro stabilized
- Voltage: 220AC electrical outlets, with European 2 pin round holes, as well as 110-volt shaving sockets in the bathroom for electric razors only
- Minimum age: 10 years old
- Minimum age for camping & kayaking: 18 years old
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Trips and Rates
Please note, rates are Per Person in USD
Single Travelers:
- If willing to share a cabin, we can match you with another or other passengers of the same gender in Cat 1A – Cat 4
- Please enquire for single occupancy prices
Adventure Options:
- Kayaking – $1,099/person on Antarctica Classic, $1,299/person on Quest for the Antarctic Circle, Antarctica Classic in Depth & Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica and $1,499/person on Spirit of Shackleton
- Camping: $399/person
Availability & prices are subject to change at anytime. Please contact us for the real time availability & prices.
Cabin Descriptions
Category 5 - Suite
The only cabin category on the ship with 1 queen bed. They are located on deck 4 and feature a lounge area, large windows and a private bathroom. There are only four Category 5 cabins on the ship.
320 sq ft (30 m2)
Category 4 - Twin Window
Located on Deck 4, Category 4 cabins feature 2 twin beds, a large window and private bathroom.
160 sq ft (15 m2)
Category 3 - Twin Window
The most abundant cabin category on the ship, all located on Deck 3. Cabins feature 2 twin beds, a window and private bathroom.
160 sq ft (15 m2)
Category 2 - Twin Porthole
Category 2 cabins have a mid-ship location on Deck 2 and feature 2 twin beds, a porthole and private bathroom. There are just 6 Category 2 cabins and they typically book up far in advance.
160 sq ft (15 m2)
Category 1 - Triple Porthole
Triple cabins are for 3 people traveling together or passengers looking to share a cabin with other travelers of the same gender. These Deck 2 cabins have 1 upper berth and 2 lower berths, a porthole and private bathroom.
160 sq ft (15 m2)
Category 1A - Quad Porthole
One of a few ships that has dedicated Quad cabins. Located on Deck 2, Category 1A cabins have 2 upper and 2 lower berths, a porthole and private bathroom. Great for a small family or group of friends traveling together or passengers looking to share a cabin at the lowest price.
160 sq ft (15 m2)
Deck Plan
