MS Expedition
Ship overview:
Following a $13 million refurbishment in 2009, MS Expedition is an outstanding modern, well-designed expeditionary ship with spacious public areas and generously sized cabins.
From $7,599
Prices based on two people sharing134 passengers
Constructed in 1972
1:10
Camping & kayaking
Swoop Video Review: MS Expedition
Why we like this ship
- Owner operated
- Typically a mixed clientele of UK, North American & Australian travellers
- 360 degree observation deck for excellent wildlife sightings
- Amazing client feedback
- Very spacious public areas ensures everyone on board has plenty of room
- Complimentary waterproof jacket and boot loan
- Good choice of cabin types, all pretty generous in size and with en suite bathroom
- Large heated mudroom & popular sauna after chilly landings
- Friendly, attentive staff
We think it's worth noting
- The majority of the cabins are configured with twin beds. Only four of the top Category 5 cabins have a double bed
- Having started life as a working ship before being converted, this ship doesn't have any cabins with balconies
What our customers think of MS Expedition
MS Expedition trips scored 4.6/5 from 61 reviews
"A ship not too big, not too small", and that is exactly that. Big enough to have your own space to read or chill in front of the sea. Small enough to meet and share with the staff and travelers who become new friends.
Travelled: March 2017
Adrien - France
Review:
Voyages aboard MS Expedition
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4.5 out of 5
Classic Peninsula Voyage
Travelling aboard this modern 134-passenger ship with its 200-degree observation lounge and spacious cabins, spend 4 full days exploring Antarctica’s extraordinary icebergs and wildlife. Optional camping and kayaking, while Ushuaia hotel accommodation and a parka jacket are included in the…
- 11 Days
- $7,599
4.3 out of 5
Antarctica Classic in Depth
Few other voyages offer 6 full days on the Peninsula. You'll have time to really absorb the incredible glacial landscapes, unique wildlife & the history; whilst options for kayaking & camping offer another perspective. The large & stable vessel softens…
- 13 Days
- $9,699
4.6 out of 5
Quest for the Antarctic Circle
Aboard a very capable and spacious 134-passenger vessel, spend 7 days exploring the Peninsula with the planned highlight being reaching the Polar Circle. This 14-day trip benefits from spacious cabins and outer decks, and the option to camp out or…
- 14 Days
- $10,199
Setting sail from Montevideo, Uruguay in late October, be aboard the first ship south for the season. It's a special time in South Georgia with the beaches packed with breeding Elephant Seals, while Antarctica lies pristine and untouched, awaiting the…
- 22 Days
- $15,399
4.9 out of 5
Destination Antarctica, Falklands & South Georgia
Join this classic Southern Ocean voyage, with a choice of two 21-day departures in the season. Travel aboard a generously proportioned 134-passenger expeditionary ship, undertake daily landings, with camping and kayaking for the…
- 21 Days
- $19,999
I really like this ship's style. Its bright red colouring looks fantastic amongst Antarctica's icebergs, it's one of the most spacious ships in the polar fleet and the expedition staff really know their stuff. A proper expedition vessel with all the kit and caboodle that goes with that.
Alex Mudd Head of Swoop Antarctica
Your Antarctic vessel
Exploring Antarctic waters
Your Antarctic vessel
Gathering for a briefing
Kayaking in Antarctica
Spacious observation deck
Mudroom
Zodiac loading gangway
Onboard Communications & Facilities
If you wish to stay in touch, even in Antarctica, you can choose from the options below:
- Internet: $20/10mb; $50/30mb; $130/100mb
- VoIP Telephone card: starting at $22 per 20-30min (depending on where you are calling)
- Ship-based email: starting at $35
Please note that this is only for light data traffic and that the above prices are only approximate. The prices for these services vary from season to season due to our provider's pricing strategy. VoIP requires internet connection.
Other facilities include:
- Plugs: European 220V two-round-pinned sockets
- Towels, toiletries and hair dryers
- Laundry service (additional cost)
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