Luxury Weddell Sea Explorer
Sail on a 5* icebreaker to Antarctica’s remote Weddell Sea region. Custom-built with cutting-edge nautical technology, this tough yet elegant vessel is designed to tackle the notoriously icy conditions. Your expert guides and Photo Ambassador will scan the spectacular ice edge for chances to encounter the elusive emperor penguin, along with other iconic Antarctic species.
Trip Summary
- 7 full days exploring Antarctica = 14 planned off-ship excursions
- Antarctic operational experience since 2004
- Expedition staff to guest ratio of 1:12
- Onboard visiting scientists undertaking Antarctic research projects
- Complimentary kayaking session and snowshoeing activities
- Includes pre-voyage hotel night and return Santiago-Ushuaia charter flights
- Complimentary parka jacket and inclusive open bar package
- Bilingual cruise operating in French and English
Trip Overview
From
$30,850
Adelie penguins leap off the ice
Your Antarctic vessel
Weddell Sea views from the ship
Emperor penguins
Crunching through the snow
A sleepy Weddell seal
Zodiac cruising in the Weddell Sea
Kayak in front of tabular icebergs
Hiking Antarctic mountains
Operator's Itinerary
Why our customers love Swoop
The Antarctic Experts.
No Compromises
Our team has visited Antarctica over 150 times and has 100 collective years of polar experience, so from which trip is right for you to what shoes to bring - there’s no question we can’t answer.
Expert impartial advice at no extra cost
Choosing the right voyage is complicated, Swoop makes it easy. We offer no-nonsense advice on 1500 voyages across 30 ships to find you the right trip, cabin, price - and we don’t charge a fee.
The only B Corp certified Antarctic specialist
We want to protect Antarctica for future generations - which is why we became a certified B Corp and set up our own conservation fund. So your adventures can be a force for good.
A full concierge service, unlike booking direct
We leave nothing to chance in delivering your perfect trip and have over 6500 happy travellers to show for it. With a dedicated Antarctic co-ordinator & support throughout - you’re in safe hands.
