Aurora Expeditions has launched its 2026-2027 season, which is able to characteristic 27 distinctive voyages ranging in size from 9 to 34 days. The sailings will happen aboard the road’s three purpose-built expedition vessels Greg Mortimer, Sylvia Earle, and the brand-new Douglas Mawson.
As a part of the brand new season, vacationers will expertise the Antarctic Peninsula, east Antarctica & the Ross Sea, South Georgia, and the Falkland Islands. Returning for the 2026-2027 season are the best-selling ‘Spirit of Antarctica’ and ‘South Georgia, Falklands & Antarctic Odyssey’ itineraries, together with fly voyages the ‘Antarctic Explorer’ and ‘Antarctic Explorer Express.’
Also returning would be the action-packed ‘Antarctica Active: All Inclusive Activities’ voyage that includes tenting, snorkeling, snowshoeing, paddling, and extra.
New for the 2026-2027 season, the road is introducing the 10-day ‘Taste of Antarctica’ itinerary, excellent for these with restricted time who need an introduction to the vacation spot. In addition, the season is full of specialty voyages together with the expedition journey firm’s beloved Photography Expedition, a Women’s Only Voyage aboard the Sylvia Earle, and two journeys in partnership with New Scientist Discovery Tours.
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Antarctica Season Highlights
Season highlights embrace:
Photography Expeditions: Antarctica Through the Lens
Aurora Expeditions’ Photography Expeditions provide an opportunity for vacationers to seize Antarctica’s beautiful landscapes and wildlife with steerage from high photographers. Whether utilizing an expert digital camera or smartphone, friends can refine expertise by means of Zodiac cruises, onshore excursions, and expert-led shows with hands-on steerage each on and off the ship.
Travel with Nigel Danson in 2026: Punta Arenas/Ushuaia, 12 Days, Feb. 1 – 12, 2026 on the Greg Mortimer — Nigel is a YouTube creator and panorama photographer who runs workshops all around the world to share his information and keenness. His philosophy is to grab the second and seize the essence of his expertise.
Travel with Scott Portelli in 2027: Punta Arenas/Ushuaia, 12 Days, Jan. 25 – Feb. 5, 2027 on the Sylvia Earle — Scott is a global award-winning wildlife, nature, aerial and underwater photographer who has spent hundreds of hours filming and photographing distant places throughout the globe.
New Scientist Discovery Tours
New Scientist Discovery Tours, impressed by the famend science and know-how publication, gives a novel approach to discover the polar areas by means of a scientific lens. In partnership with Aurora Expeditions, these experiences mix beautiful landscapes with discovery and schooling. As part of the voyage, friends will take pleasure in expert-led talks, workshops, and excursions on subjects like glaciology and marine biology, joined by Marine Biologist Dr. Russell Arnott.
Spirit of Antarctica: In Partnership with New Scientist Discovery Tours: Ushuaia/Ushuaia, 12 Days, Dec. 7 -18, 2026 on the Douglas Mawson — Join a voyage to the Antarctic Peninsula with fellow curious vacationers, in collaboration with New Scientist Discovery Tours. While crossing the legendary Drake Passage, take part in lectures and workshops within the onboard Science Centre, observe seabirds in flight, or join together with your fellow passengers and expedition crew. Upon reaching the Antarctic Peninsula, expertise the awe-inspiring icy landscapes and encounter the area’s outstanding wildlife.
Wild Antarctica that includes the Weddell Sea: In partnership with New Scientist: Punta Arenas/Ushuaia, 13 Days, March 2 – 14, 2027 on the Sylvia Earle — The Weddell Sea, recognized for its expansive sea ice, pack ice and colossal icebergs, offers a hanging backdrop for a voyage in partnership with New Scientist Discovery Tours. Beyond its icy vistas, the Weddell Sea gives wealthy alternatives for exploring wildlife, geology and paleontology. Travelers could spot ice seals of their pure habitat and, throughout onshore excursions, seek for fossils together with gastropods, massive clams, and spiral-shaped ammonites.
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Antarctic Women’s Expedition: Fly the Drake
Punta Arenas/Punta Arenas, 10 Days, Feb. 23 – March 4, 2027 on the Sylvia Earle
Embark on an Antarctic journey with like-minded ladies, crusing on Aurora’s small-ship expedition vessel, the Sylvia Earle, which pays tribute to Dr. Sylvia Earle, an envoy to conservation on the planet. In addition, the decks spotlight six pioneering ladies in conservation and their unbelievable achievements and causes. Aurora is proud to launch this new voyage, which is led by a feminine Expedition Leadership crew, opening the door to new experiences, and new challenges.
Taste of Antarctica
Ushuaia/Ushuaia, 10 Days, Feb. 9 – 18, 2027 on the Douglas Mawson
Ushuaia/Ushuaia, 10 Days, March 11 – 20, 2027 on the Greg Mortimer
This expedition gives a super introduction to the White Continent, mixing breathtaking surroundings with moments of discovery. Crossing the legendary Drake Passage by sea, as early explorers as soon as did, expeditioners will witness magnificent seabirds and method Antarctica in a manner that connects deeply with its historical past and grandeur.
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