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The ocean covers 71% of the earth's surface and offers a wealth of opportunities for exploration and species engagement.

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Cruise

Marine conservation cruise exploring Darwin’s Galapagos: Ecuador

Tour the Galapagos Islands by boat as Charles Darwin did, taking an exclusive yacht to look for famous, long-lived giant tortoises and marine iguanas.

14 and 28 July 2025

8 days

Sperm whale fluke, near Azores

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Whale watching and marine ecosystems in the Azores Islands: Portugal

Explore the delights of this mid-Atlantic archipelago with marine biologists, study whales and dolphins, and visit basalt vineyards and volcanic lagoons.

13 May 2025

7 days

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Featured: Alfred Russel Wallace expedition cruise: Indonesia

Explore islands, rainforests and the rare species of the Malay archipelago on a traditional yet luxurious boat, in the company of nature and history experts.

23 January 2026

13 days

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The science of biodiversity: Costa Rica

Experience the extraordinary biodiversity of Costa Rica on an expedition around several verdant ecosystems.

4 November 2025

13 days

Bubble net feeding from zodiac, Alaska

Cruise

The science of glaciers and whales: Alaska’s Inside Passage

Set sail and explore Alaska’s Inside Passage. Cruise around remote islands, witness glaciers calving and discover an abundance of wildlife. Learn about the history, glaciology and geology of this stunning region.

30 July 2026

9 days

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The science of the Amazon expedition cruise: Brazil

Join an exceptional journey exploring Brazil’s most celebrated ecological region, the Amazon, on an expedition to better understand what make it so incredible.

August 2027

9 days

Polar bear with mountain landscape in background, south Spitsbergen, Norway

Cruise

Featured: Arctic expedition cruise, Svalbard, Norway

Experience the realm of the polar bear and midnight sun, Richard Dawkins and other experts on board a new state-of-the-art polar marine expedition vessel.

22 June 2025

12 days

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Total solar eclipse 2026: Iceland to Greenland polar cruise

Experience an awe-inspiring total solar eclipse in 2026, aboard a boutique polar expedition vessel while exploring the Scoresby Sund in Greenland, the longest fjord system in the world.

7 August 2026

13 days

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Hawaii volcanoes, astronomy and marine biology cruise: US

Discover the fascinating culture, history and wildlife of Hawaii's islands on our expedition yacht, whilst exploring its land-based observatories and spectacular night skies. 

17 April 2026

9 days

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Cruise

Cruise wild, historical and archaeological Scotland

Discover early human civilisations, wildlife and fascinating history among the wild isles of Scotland aboard an expedition ship.

26 May 2026

12 days

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Cruise

Baja California whale and marine biology cruise: Mexico

Discover the wildlife rich waters of the Sea of Cortez, off the coast of Baja California in Mexico, sailing aboard a small expedition yacht. 

27 March 2026

9 days

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Cruise

The science of whisky cruise, Inverness to Islay: Scotland

A whisky lover’s dream cruise taking in some of Scotland’s most renowned distilleries accompanied by whisky experts and exploring the Inner Hebrides and Caledonian Canal.

1 September 2025

7 days

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Wild Antarctica expedition cruise exploring the Weddell Sea

Sail in Shackleton’s footsteps, marvel at huge icebergs and discover the science of Antarctica’s Weddell Sea.

3 March 2027

13

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Spirit of Antarctica expedition cruise: Antarctic Peninsula

Embrace the spirit of polar exploration on an expedition cruise to the Antarctic Peninsula guided by a team of experts, ensuring a rich and insightful journey through this awe-inspiring wilderness.

07 Dec 2026

12

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