regions iceland greenland spitsbergen and russian arctic . 17 years from arctic to antarctica explore the last and least discovered continent.travel to the most intriguing places of antarcticaaboard the m v sea spirit . 17 years from arctic to antarctica conquer the top of the worldaboard the most powerful icebreaker ever built . all destinations antarctica arctic north pole all dates november 2016 december 2016 january 2017 february 2017 may 2017 june 2017 july 2017 august 2017 september 2017 october 2017 november 2017 december 2017 january 2018 february 2018 find cruise toggle navigation 1 347 267 7022 antarctica arctic north pole our ships activities special offers about us we recommend antarctic circle 2017 18 wildest antarctica photo map price from 10.495 date 01 feb 14 feb 2018 duration 14 activities falklands & south georgia 2017 18 best of the southern ocean photo map price from 9.995 date 20 oct 07 nov 2017 duration 19 activities west spitsbergen & polar ice edge the arctic in focus photo map price from 5.995 date 28 jun 08 jul 2017 duration 11 activities iceland norway svalbard 2017 voyage to the arctic photo map price from 7.395 date 15 jun 29 jun 2017 duration 15 activities special offers west greenland and disko bay welcome to birthplace of icebergs date price from activities 22 may 30 may 2017 3.995 antarctic peninsula best of antarctica 15 % off & free camping date price from activities 24 nov 05 dec 2016 5.995 antarctic peninsula best of antarctica 15 % off & free camping date price from activities 04 dec 16 dec 2016 6.295 view all special offers trustpilot come aboard the sea spirit for an unforgettable antarctic cruise experience join a small group of curious like mined travelers for the trip of a lifetime an antarctica cruise aboard the 116 passenger m.v. sea spirit . antarctica is a place like no other in the world a land of otherworldly icescapes towering glaciers and amazing wildlife . come explore it aboard our luxurious expedition vessel exceptionally designed and outfitted to provide a safe and comfortable cruise to antarctica . sea spirit s ice certified hull maneuverability and small size allow her to pursue itineraries not possible aboard conventional cruise vessels . she boasts state of the art navigation and communications equipment and she meets all solas safety at sea requirements for antarctic cruises . embark in ushuaia argentina . just 600 miles to the southeast across the drake passage lies the antarctic peninsula . while this is not a great distance the white continent remains a world apart a majestic last frontier . our expedition cruises are scheduled at the height of the austral summer season december through february when waterways are open to navigation and wildlife is most active . to fully immerse our guests in the experience and take advantage of the many opportunities to view wildlife ashore we utilize a fleet of inflatable zodiac landing craft that can be deployed quickly from the back of the ship . while at the peninsula we attempt several landings per day permitting you maximum exposure to the many wildlife species and huge penguin colonies that make their summer homes in this environment . or we use the zodiacs and kayaks for exploration around stunning icebergs and floes where seals stretch out and seemingly pose for our cameras . our expedition leader and diverse team of polar specialists will guide you at landing sites and provide an informative program of onboard lectures video presentations and discussions . collectively our team of naturalists wildlife biologists geologists and historians has been on hundreds of cruises to antarctica and they know the best locations for both scenery and wildlife . they look forward to sharing their knowledge and enthusiasm with you and are dedicated to providing the best antarctic cruise experience possible . they ll also ensure that our guests are able to explore this remote and fragile world in an environmentally responsible manner leaving no mark on one of the last great untrammeled regions on earth . remember that the sea spirit s ability to visit specific landing sites during is dependent on weather and sea conditions with day by day itinerary changes often dictated by nature . ship movements and expedition landings are made at the discretion of the captain and expedition leader with optimum wildlife viewing and passenger safety always the priority . there are lots of less expensive choices . why choose the m.v. sea spirit for my cruise to antarctic while antarctic cruise cost is certainly an important consideration poseidon suggests that you think about another important point the size of the ship on which you intend to travel . antarctic treaty regulations dictate that no more than 100 passengers go ashore at a landing site at any given time . so if your vessel plans to be at a landing site for three hours and your ship holds 200 300 or even more passengers your potential time ashore will be reduced in order to accommodate all the passengers hoping to go . who says exploring antarctica can t be accomplished in comfort and exceptional style in addition to the expeditionary elements that make antarctic cruises so rewarding poseidon takes great care to ensure your comfort and well being . the all suite sea spirit is tastefully appointed with queen size beds or twins if you prefer sofas private facilities and thoughtful amenities . all staterooms have exterior views many have large windows and some of the suites feature private balconies . during your antarctic cruise enjoy delicious freshly prepared meals from our internationally trained chefs . we hope we ve been able to give you some good reasons why poseidon expeditions is an excellent choice . we would be delighted to welcome you aboard read more join our newsletter latest news tips and deals join about us company info contacts press room expedition team brochures careers our ships 50 years of victory sea spirit our destinations 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