Atlas Ocean Voyages
US-headquartered, Portuguese-owned boutique operator since 2019, with three sister ships, a strong culinary focus, all-inclusive pricing.
Camping
11 posts — Overnight camping ashore.
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.
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.
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.
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.