NEW ADVENTURE DEALS – ENJOY AIR CREDIT & SAVE UP TO 20% ON SELECT ANTARCTIC & ARCTIC VOYAGES

Explore New Frontiers in Antarctica, Australia & New Zealand

Enjoy Early Bird rates of up to 25% off select 2025-26 voyages

Brace yourself for the adventure of a lifetime during Aurora Expeditions’ highly anticipated 2025-26 Antarctica season! Prepare to embark on an immersive journey of exploration as we push the frontiers of expedition travel, visiting more of the white continent – in more ways – and experiencing more landscapes, wildlife, and history, than ever before.  

Our most comprehensive and adventurous season yet features 32 voyages, including eight daring new itineraries designed to ignite your spirit of adventure. These voyages will be across our three purpose-built small ships that carry on average 132-154 passengers, including our brand-new ship, the Douglas Mawson.

Get ready to set sail for new horizons as we return to the Ross Sea and East Antarctica after 13 years, and prepare to visit new frontiers and uncover the secrets of Australia and New Zealand’s Subantarctic Islands on a selection of curated voyages unlike any other.

This season offers more ways than ever to access the white continent. For the first time, adventurers can set sail for Antarctica from Australia and New Zealand on four departures.

Whether you’re a seasoned explorer or setting foot on Antarctic shores for the first time, our experienced Expedition Team promise to ignite your passion for adventure, deepen your understanding of the world’s wildest places, and leave you with memories to last a lifetime.

Book your unforgettable Antarctic expedition with Aurora Expeditions today and enjoy Early Bird rates of up to 25% off* select 2025-26 expeditions. Explore our new expeditions below or call us on +1800 637 688 to discuss which option is best for you!

Brace yourself for the adventure of a lifetime during Aurora Expeditions’ highly anticipated 2025-26 Antarctica season! Prepare to embark on an immersive journey of exploration as we push the frontiers of expedition travel, visiting more of the white continent – in more ways – and experiencing more landscapes, wildlife, and history, than ever before.

Our most comprehensive and adventurous season yet features 32 voyages, including eight daring new itineraries designed to ignite your spirit of adventure. These voyages will be across our three purpose-built small ships that carry on average 132-154 passengers, including our brand-new ship, the Douglas Mawson.

Get ready to set sail for new horizons as we return to the Ross Sea and East Antarctica after 13 years, and prepare to visit new frontiers and uncover the secrets of Australia and New Zealand’s Subantarctic Islands on a selection of curated voyages unlike any other.

Book your unforgettable Antarctic expedition with Aurora Expeditions today and enjoy Early Bird rates of up to 25% off* select 2025-26 expeditions.

Adventure to more of the world’s wild places than ever before

Whether you dream of stepping foot on the Antarctic continent, seeing the greatest wildlife show on the planet in South Georgia, soaking up history in the Falkland~Malvinas, crossing the Antarctic Circle, visiting the ice-choked Weddell Sea or trekking in Pataginia, we have the perfect itinerary to suit a range of interests and fitness levels. With voyages spanning from 9 to 34 days, and new voyages visiting the Ross Sea and East Antarctica, Australia and New Zealand’s Subantarctic Islands, the options for adventure are endless! Reserve your place early for the best fares and availability, and to take advantage of Early Bird rates of up to 25%* off eligible itineraries across the new season.

 

Ross Sea & East Antarctica – from Australia & New Zealand

 Explore the region that boasts the world’s largest floating body of ice (the spectacular Ross Ice Shelf) and the largest Adélie penguin colony. Follow in the wake of legendary adventurers, to discover historical huts and hear extraordinary tales of endurance as you relive the heroic age of exploration.

“The tranquillity of the water heightened the superb effects of this glacial world. Majestic tabular bergs whose crevices exhaled a vaporous azure; lofty spires, radiant turrets and splendid castles; honeycombed masses illumined by pale green light within whose fairy labyrinths the water washed and gurgled. Seals and penguins on magic gondolas were the silent denizens of this dreamy Venice. In the soft glamour of the midsummer midnight sun, we were possessed by a rapturous wonder—the rare thrill of unreality.”

 

Australia & New Zealand’s Subantarctic Islands

 Explore the untamed beauty of Tasmania as you meander through tall eucalypt forests, marvel at ‘painted’ cliffs, and seek out the wildlife that calls it home – from wombats and Bennett’s wallabies to potoroos, pademelons and penguins. Delight in some of the most abundant and unique wildlife on earth in New Zealand’s Subantarctic Islands, including yellow-eyed penguins, sea lion harems and courting southern royal albatross. 

“The sub-Antarctic islands will always be my favourite destination! I spent 4 years studying the plants on Australia's sub-Antarctic Macquarie Island where I was immersed in the sights, sounds, smells and weather extremes over 4 summers. As a botanist, the plants of the sub-Antarctic islands are particularly enthralling - the spectacularly colourful megaherbs, the orchids that thrive in the cold conditions and the tussock grass that is taller than a person, literally holds the islands together and provides habitat for millions of seabirds.”

Antarctic Peninsula

Jagged peaks and mountain ranges offer breathtaking backdrops as you embark on an adventure among iconic Antarctic wildlife, surrounded by numerous species of seals, penguins and whales. Set foot on the epic seventh continent, cruise past tabular icebergs and visit historical sites – including the most southerly post office in the world.

“My wife and I both agreed we had the greatest holiday of our lives in Antarctica with Aurora Expeditions. Whether it was whale watching from the Zodiacs, playing with leopard seals, visiting penguin colonies or marvelling at the shapes of floating icebergs... it was only made better by the comforts on board, the service of the staff and the camaraderie of the passengers and crew. What an unforgettable experience!”

South Georgia & Falklands~Malvinas

Experience the greatest wildlife show on the planet on your expedition to South Georgia, with thousands of king penguins, seals and seabirds on display throughout the sandy beaches, rugged coves and surrounding snow- capped mountains. Stretch your legs on the windswept coastlines of the Falklands~Malvinas, rich in dramatic military history and home to the world’s largest black-browed albatross colony.

“The destinations were positively EPIC... Thank you for an exceptional, life-changing experience that took me out of my comfort zone... I brought home memories and more: a craving to return (and I will), a desire to explore more of the polar regions, and a yearning to see every single penguin in the world. I absolutely loved the trip and am forever grateful for the unique experience – and am thankful to the places and the people that made the experience possible.”

Patagonia

Embark on a voyage to one of the planet’s greatest frontiers – Patagonia. Immerse yourself in visually spectacular and diverse landscapes, from glacial fronts to temperate rainforests, and search for fascinating Patagonian wildlife, including graceful guanacos, majestic pumas and dazzling Darwin’s rheas.

“‘Every part of Patagonia has breathtaking scenery... it’s a special place’.

For travellers interested in exploring different regions, destinations, or activities in a single journey, you can embark on consecutive Ultimate Adventure voyages to maximise your exploration time and immerse yourself in a broader range of destinations and experiences.

Antarctica
& Patagonia Explorer

Embark on a classic Antarctica expedition, and delight in the plentiful numbers of whales gathering in the icy sounds and spot inquisitive penguin fledgings taking their first tentative steps into the sea. Then continue your adventure northwards through the stunning Chilean Fjords.
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Trails of Antarctica & Patagonia
(Sail Only)

Adventure lovers can aim to tick two boxes off their bucket list with this unique expedition combining an Antarctic voyage - with our renowned activities paddling, camping, snowshoeing and snorkelling included - with a trek through Chile and Argentina’s Patagonian region.
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Trails of Antarctica & Patagonia (Fly/Sail)

Adventure lovers can aim to tick two boxes off their bucket list with this unique expedition combining an Antarctic voyage with a trek through Chile and Argentina’s Patagonian region. Witness spectacular, towering cliffs and glittering icebergs and then shake off your sea legs with a small-group trek
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