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Ultramarine

4.4/5 From 60 Reviews

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Ship overview:

Ultra by name, ultra by nature. With its elegant lines, onboard helicopters, contemporary styling, spacious balconied cabins and the widest range of adventure activities, this ship is designed to impress and it certainly does.

Prices per person

From $15,046

Prices based on two people sharing
Ship Capacity

199 passengers

Year built

Constructed in 2021

Expedition staff to guest ratio

1:6

Optional activities

Camping, flightseeing, heli landings, kayaking, paddling & stand-up paddleboarding

Last Inspected
  • Alex, Head of Swoop Antarctica
    July 2024

    Alex, Head of Swoop Antarctica

  • Nardus, Polar Consultant
    November 2023

    Nardus, Polar Consultant

  • Daniel, Antarctica Specialist
    November 2023

    Daniel, Antarctica Specialist

Why we like the Ultramarine

  • Ultramarine offers the perfect combination of real comfort with the widest range of adventure activities
  • Every cabin benefits from oversized windows or private balconies, so you never miss the action outside
  • One of very few ships with onboard helicopters so guests can appreciate the unique perspective Antarctica from the air (please note available in selected locations only)
  • Optional adventure activities include: kayaking, camping, heli-flightseeing and stand up paddleboarding
  • Dedicated 'ready rooms' and multiple zodiac embarkation points ensure there's no waiting to get on land

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What our customers think of Ultramarine

Ultramarine trips scored 4.4/5 from 60 reviews

Accommodations, food, layout and amenities - including access to ready room and zodiacs - on the Ultramarine were exceptional. The fact that the ship was purpose-built to accommodate zodiacs and kayak/paddleboard launches as well as helicopter rides really makes it the standard for all other vessels to aspire to. Would absolutely choose this ship again and recommend it to others. Read the full review

Travelled: February 2024

Jennifer Webb - Canada

Our ship was magnificent and the crew and expedition team were top-notch. We looked forward to every opportunity for education and exploration and were never disappointed. Excursions on zodiacs, paddleboards, and the helicopter exceeded expectations every time, and we learned so much from the glaciologist, biologist, ornithologist, historian and other research team members on board who gave talks and led our hikes and explorations into the landscape. Read the full review

Travelled: February 2024

Jennifer Webb - Canada

The Ultramarine was excellent. Very modern ship. Cabin was excellent. Heated bathroom floor! Food very good with nice selection. Crew was fantastic. Very knowledgeable about Antarctica. Read the full review

Travelled: December 2023

Charles Johnson - USA

Ultramarine is a purpose built ship and it shows! The cabin was very comfortable with ample space to unpack. The staff were great, food was delicious. Would definitely go on this ship again! Read the full review

Travelled: December 2023

Szilvia Uszkai - UK

Well built. New. Well appointed. Spacious cabins. Only negative comment is the lecture room should have been built so those not in the first row could see more than the upper part of the screen. The chairs were very comfortable. Read the full review

Travelled: January 2023

Diane Hunkele - USA

Ultramarine gave us a wonderful experience! The cabin and food were beyond our expectation. Read the full review

Travelled: December 2022

Xue Feng - Netherlands

Absolutely fantastic. The penthouse suite was spacious and luxurious with one of the best bathrooms on our entire holiday and we were really well looked after by the team servicing our room. Also the helicopter trip made it special. I would definitely travel on this ship again. Read the full review

Travelled: December 2022

Victoria Overland - Switzerland

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Voyages aboard the Ultramarine

Special Offers:Swoop has access to the widest range of offers and can help you find the right trip, cabin, & price.

Antarctic Explorer in Style

For adventurers prioritising real comfort and ease of travel, this is a great option. Journey in style aboard a state-of-the-art expedition ship, with heli-sightseeing available on select departures for a unique bird's-eye view of Antarctica. Plus, the comprehensive transfer package…

  • 11-12 Days
  • $15,046
Crossing the Circle in Style

Journey beyond the Antarctic Circle in real comfort aboard a state-of-the-art expedition ship. Spend an extended period of 7 action-packed days exploring the Antarctic Peninsula. Attractive comprehensive transfer package from Buenos Aires available on select departures. Wide choice of optional…

  • 14 Days
  • $17,031
Ultimate Antarctica: South Georgia & Antarctic Circle

An epic 23-day voyage which packs in an astonishing 7 days in Antarctica, 4 days in wildlife-rich South Georgia and the Antarctic Circle at 66 degrees south. It's very rare to find a trip combining all three places. Limited departure…

  • 23 Days
  • $41,736
Emperor Penguin Expedition in Style

Maximise your time looking for Antarctica’s most iconic species, the emperor penguin, on this luxurious expedition to the remote Weddell Sea. If conditions allow, two sleek twin engine helicopters will fly you over vast tabular icebergs to Snow Hill Island,…

  • 14 Days
  • $26,861
Antarctic Peninsula Helicopter Safari

Helicopters give a jaw-dropping bird's eye view of the White Continent aboard this unique voyage to the Antarctic Peninsula's little-explored northeastern tip. Your outstanding purpose-built vessel has a highly experienced expedition team and two top-of-the range helicopters. Included charter flights…

  • 12 Days
  • $15,046
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Alex says

Before Ultramarine the chance to experience Antarctica from the air was strictly the preserve of private mega yachts; this ship is a game changer. The heli-flightseeing literally takes expeditions onboard to the next level!

Alex Mudd Head of Swoop Antarctica

Onboard Communications & Facilities

Real-Time Translation Services: For guests whose native tongue is not English, on selected voyages lectures and evening recaps can be instantaneously translated into multiple languages and sent directly to guest headphones, tablets or smart devices.

In-Room Entertainment: Available in multiple languages, live recordings of all ship presentations are available from the comfort of guest suites, and an extensive library of past ship presentations are also available for viewing at any time. 

Digital Signage: Allows for impromptu updates to itineraries, daily schedules, meal plans. Information can be found on each floor and is available on your in-room televsion.

Sound Management: State-of-the-art announcement and internal communications systems reduce public address interruptions and reduce wildlife disturbance. In addition, guests have access to a large selection of music and entertainment.

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