Ocean Explorer

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Ship Overview

Ocean Explorer, the newest addition to the fleet, is modern, elegant and purpose-built for polar exploration. The 138-passenger vessel has been designed with the latest in expedition ship technology. One of the ship’s key features is the ULSTEIN X-BOW®, a marine engineering innovation that ensures a comfortable and smooth sailing experience thanks to the inverted bow. Located at the bow is the two-story, light-filled library, which introduces a welcome airiness to the expedition ship.

Ocean Explorer | Cruises

19-night Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica Expedition: Explorers and Kings — 11/13/2025 — CALL

13-night Crossing the Circle: Southern Expedition — 02/09/2026 — CALL

10-night Svalbard Explorer Expedition: Best Of High Arctic Norway — 06/15/2026 — CALL

10-night Antarctic Explorer Expedition: Discovering The 7th Continent — 11/21/2026 — CALL

10-night Antarctic Express Expedition: Crossing The Circle — 01/22/2027 — CALL

10-night Svalbard in Summer Expedition: Tundra, Whales and Wildlife — 06/02/2027 — CALL

15-night West Greenland Expedition: Exploring the Far North — 09/02/2027 — CALL

7-night Antarctic Express Expedition: Fly the Drake — 01/04/2028 — CALL

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