Antarctica 21
Chilean-owned pioneer of fly-cruise voyages, operating since 2003, with two new boutique ships capped at 76 guests, and an exclusive pre-departure center in Punta Arenas.
Directory Entry
72 posts — Operator and ship directory entries.
Antarpply Expeditions
Argentine-owned Antarctica-only operator since 1997, running entry-level Peninsula voyages on the oldest active expedition ship in the Antarctic fleet, with bilingual Spanish/English programming.
Atlas Ocean Voyages
US-headquartered, Portuguese-owned boutique operator since 2019, with three sister ships, a strong culinary focus, all-inclusive pricing.
Aurora Expeditions
Australian-owned operator running global expeditions. In Antarctica since 1991, with a three-ship fleet of X-Bows and one of the widest activity programs in the Antarctica market.
G Adventures
Canadian-owned global adventure operator with a single Antarctica ship since 2005, with one of the most accessible price points in the market via quad cabin shares.
Hapag-Lloyd Cruises
German ultra-luxury expedition operator since 1970, running bilingual German/English voyages with a three-ship HANSEATIC fleet.
Heritage Expeditions
New Zealand-owned operator specializing in Ross Sea and Subantarctic expeditions with naturalist-led programming and a strong conservation and citizen science focus.
HX Expeditions
Norway-based operator spun-off from Hurtigruten in 2023, running large hybrid-powered ships of up to 500 passengers with an all-inclusive model and expedition team ethos.
Lindblad Expeditions / Nat Geo
US-based publicly traded operator with Antarctica roots stretching to 1966, running premium National Geographic-branded expeditions with photo instructors and nature experts on every departure.
Noble Caledonia
UK-owned cultural expedition operator since 1991, running adult-only voyages on a single intimate 108-guest ship with a strongly British passenger focus.
Oceanwide Expeditions
Dutch-owned polar specialist operating since 1993, with a three-ship fleet, entry to mid-range pricing, and one of the broadest itinerary ranges in the fleet including Weddell Sea and Ross Sea.
Polar Latitudes Expeditions
US-headquartered operator running polar-only expeditions since 2010, with a citizen science focus, English-language operations, and a four-ship fleet spanning mid-range to premium price points.
Ponant
French luxury expedition operator with Antarctica roots to 1988, running bilingual French/English voyages across a five-ship fleet from premium to ultra-luxury.
Poseidon Expeditions
Cyprus-registered polar specialist operating since 1999, with a single 114-guest ship.
Quark Expeditions
One of the original polar specialists, operating since 1991, with a four-ship fleet and a strong adventure positioning. Dual-helicopter capability on the Ultramarine.
Scenic Ocean Cruises
Australian-owned ultra-luxury expedition operator entering Antarctica in 2019, with two 200-guest ships featuring butler service in all suites, dual helicopters, a custom submarine, and nine dining venues.
Seabourn Cruises
US-based ultra-luxury expedition operator entering Antarctica in 2022, with two 264-guest ships each carrying twin submarines, butler service, and all-inclusive pricing.
Silversea Expeditions
Monaco-based ultra-luxury expedition operator since 1994, with butler service in all suites, a near 1:1 staff-to-guest ratio, and a dedicated fly-cruise terminal in Puerto Williams.
Swan Hellenic
Cyprus-registered boutique operator relaunched in 2020, with a three-ship fleet, strong cultural and scientific programming, premium all-inclusive pricing.
Terra Nova Expeditions
Australian-registered new entrant launching its inaugural Antarctica season in December 2026, targeting the mid-market with an all-inclusive activity model and slow travel ethos.
Viking Expeditions
Switzerland-based publicly traded operator entering Antarctica in 2022, with two 374-guest adults-only ships, Scandinavian design aesthetic, no casinos, children, or formal nights.
Magellan Discoverer
New-build traditional hull expedition ship launched in 2026, carrying up to 76 passengers in Antarctica. Purpose-built, with 100% balcony cabins, 8 single cabins, 2 family suites, hybrid-electric propulsion, and Polar Class 6 ice rating.
Magellan Explorer
Traditional hull expedition ship built in 2019, carrying up to 76 passengers in Antarctica. Antarctica 21's original vessel and sister to Magellan Discoverer, with 84% balcony cabins, hybrid-electric propulsion, and Polar Class 6 ice rating.
MV Ushuaia
1970-built expedition ship refitted three times, carrying up to 88 passengers in Antarctica. The oldest active expedition ship in the Antarctic fleet, bilingual Spanish/English programming, and Starlink WiFi.