Arctic Cruise Ships

Discover the best Arctic expedition ships designed to navigate one of the world’s most dramatic and diverse polar regions. From towering fjords to shifting sea ice, these vessels—ranging from classic expedition ships to modern luxury options—bring you deep into the Arctic wilderness. Enjoy frequent off‑ship adventures by Zodiac, on the ice, or ashore, with opportunities to spot wildlife, meet Indigenous communities, and learn from expert guides along the way.

M/V Ortelius (Arctic)

M/V Ortelius (Arctic)

With its origins in Poland, the M/V Ortelius now plies the waters of the Antarctic and Arctic as an ice-strengthened Polar expedition vessel. It is named after the Flemish cartographer and geographer, Abraham Ortelius, who also created the first modern atlas. Adept at navigating through solid one…

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M/V Plancius (Arctic)

M/V Plancius (Arctic)

M/V Plancius started life as an oceanographic research vessel for the Royal Dutch Navy. After a change of owner, the ship underwent a complete refit and refurbishment to be converted into a comfortable ice-strengthened vessel, that now cruises the polar regions. Accommodating up to 108…

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Ocean Explorer (Arctic)

Ocean Explorer (Arctic)

Utilising the best ships and expedition crew is necessary to venture further in the Polar Regions. We have both of them. In terms of elegance, adventure, and cutting-edge technology, Ocean Explorer is the ideal complement to our fleet. For our sophisticated polar explorers, Ocean Explorer enhances…

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