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 Ocean Endeavour

Ocean Endeavour Antarctic Cruises

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A polar cruise on board the Ocean Endeavour

34 Reviews

Classic

What we love about the Ocean Endeavour

This ship can cater to 500 passengers, but only allows up to 198, leaving plenty of space to enjoy in between excursions.

Offers 4 different lounges

Included yoga classes and great gym onboard.

Ocean Endeavour
Ocean Endeavour deck plan
Ocean Endeavour Dining room

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The Ocean Endeavour is a breath of fresh air compared to some of the Antarctic cruise ships of old and it’s quickly become one of our favorites thanks to the things they do differently on board.

Firstly, the Ocean Endeavour provides a class-leading ratio of 1 crew member per 8 passengers, giving you a more personal, informative, and comfortable Antarctic adventure.

The ship also features a focus on health and wellness. The onboard spa, gym, and sauna are overseen by the ship’s health and wellness expert, and there is a dedicated medical center with a permanent onboard doctor and paramedic.

Life aboard Ocean Endeavour is as relaxed or as engaged as you want it to be. The onboard spa, library, hot tub, sauna, gift shop, multiple lounges, and viewing areas offer comfort and relaxation. Her fleet of modern Zodiac boats will bring you closer to the wildlife and stunning beauty of Antarctica than you thought possible, while her unique fly deck offers unobstructed 360° views from a high vantage point.

Ocean Endeavour certainly has a cool vibe about her, and yet her programming is designed to enhance your understanding and appreciation of the Antarctic regions you’ll visit. Presentations, workshops, entertainment, and special events complete the excursions.

From dances to polar plunges, from lounge concerts to theme parties, you'll have a great time with your fellow passengers and crew members!

Amenities on board the Ocean Endeavour

gym

Fitness Center

bar

Bar

rubber boots

Mudroom

binoculars

Observation Deck

swimming pool

Pool

zodiac fleet

Zodiac Fleet

meditation

Yoga

lounge

Observation Lounge

hot tub

Hot Tub

gift

Gift Shop

sauna

Sauna

doctor's suitcase

Medical Services

Food & Drinks on board the Ocean Endeavour

Like everything else about Ocean Endeavour, mealtimes are all about enjoyment, relaxation, and learning. Enjoy open-seating meals in the roomy Polaris Restaurant, surrounded by ocean views, while the expert guides and crew happily mingle and share their expertise with you.

Breakfast and lunch include a wide variety of tasty and healthy choices. Globally inspired à la carte suppers to offer options to suit every taste, including fish and vegetarian options. Desserts, made fresh daily, are a highlight! Food allergies, special diets, and personal choices can all be accommodated by our skilled chefs with advance notice.

Early-bird breakfast, afternoon tea, late-night snacks, and treats round out the offerings. And tea, coffee, and cookies are always freely available.

Ocean Endeavour's take on sustainable traveling

Foremost among our sustainability goals are actively reducing the impact and emission of our vessels, investing in new technology, and continuously improving our existing resources. We have also installed a new low-emission engine in our veteran vessel, Ortelius. This engine complies with all the latest environmental legislation. Another of our important commitments to sustainability is our use of low-sulfur marine gas oil (LSMGO), which has a sulfur content of less than 0.1 percent.\n\nWe limit onboard waste production by recycling as often as we can as well as banning single-use plastics. This ship does not use straws, plastic cups, or any individually wrapped butter, yogurt, and jam. This vessel has a water treatment system and desalination system that uses reverse osmosis, allowing us to eliminate the use of plastic water bottles on board. Rather, guests receive a reusable water bottle they can refill on the vessel. Bathrooms are equipped with biodegradable shampoo and soap in recycled packing, further limiting our use of plastics.

Cabin Categories on board the Ocean Endeavour

Ocean Endeavour Select Twin
Cat #7: Select Twin

Type:

Twins

Max. occupancy:

3

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Ocean Endeavour Cat 3 Twin Interior
Cat #3: Interior Twin

Type:

Twins

Max. occupancy:

2

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Ocean Endeavour Triple cabin
Cat #2: Triple Interior

Type:

Triple

Max. occupancy:

3

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Ocean Endeavour Superior Twin
Superior Cabin

Type:

Matrimonial

Max. occupancy:

2

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ocean endeavour single porthole
Single Porthole Cabin

Type:

Single

Max. occupancy:

2

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Ocean Endeavour Junior Suite
Cat #9: Junior Suite

Type:

Matrimonial

Max. occupancy:

2

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Ocean Endeavour Cat 3 Twin Interior
Single Interior Cabin

Type:

Single

Max. occupancy:

1

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Ocean Endeavour Cat 3 Twin Interior
Cat #1: Single Interior

Type:

Single

Max. occupancy:

1

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Ocean Endeavour Select Twin
Select Twin

Type:

Twins

Max. occupancy:

3

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OE Cat 3 Twin Interior
Twin Interior Cabin

Type:

Twins

Max. occupancy:

2

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Ocean Endeavour Junior Suite
Junior Suite

Type:

Matrimonial

Max. occupancy:

2

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Ocean Endeavour triple interior
Triple Interior Cabin

Type:

Triple

Max. occupancy:

3

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Ocean Endeavour owner suite
Cat #10: Owner's Suite

Type:

Matrimonial

Max. occupancy:

2

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Ocean Endeavour Comfort Twin
Cat #6: Comfort Twin

Type:

Twins

Max. occupancy:

3

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Superior Twin
Cat #8: Superior Cabin

Type:

Double/Matrimionial (convertible)

Max. occupancy:

2

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Ocean Endeavour cabin
Comfort Twin Cabin

Type:

Twins

Max. occupancy:

3

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Ocean endeavour twin porthole
Cat #4: Twin Porthole

Type:

Twins

Max. occupancy:

2

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Ocean endeavour twin porthole
Twin Porthole Cabin

Type:

Twins

Max. occupancy:

2

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ocean endeavour twin window
Twin Window Cabin

Type:

Matrimonial

Max. occupancy:

2

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ocean endeavour twin window
Cat #5: Twin/Single Window

Type:

Twins

Max. occupancy:

2

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More info about the Ocean Endeavour

Category
Classic
Type
Large Ship
Class
1B
Length
137 meters
Cruising speed
15 knots
Draft
5.8 meters
Crew members
124
Year built
1982
Safety
6 fully enclosed lifeboats and 8 life rafts. The ship has an ice-strengthened hull and the lifeboat and life raft capacity exceeds SOLAS requirements with at least 25% additional capacity above the number of people on board.
Capacity
198
Main Engines
4 x Skoda Sulzer 6ZL40/48

All expedition cruises on board the Ocean Endeavour

Reviews of Ocean Endeavour

shelby P

Ocean Endeavour Antarctic Cruises

Classic

I have never been somewhere so raw and untouched. It felt like a different planet and was so beautiful its hard to use words to describe this experience. Because of the lack of wifi it was the first time I have felt fully present in so long. They also protect nature and make sure that you always respect the land. It was a trip of a lifetime.

client

KHIEM DINH H

Ocean Endeavour Antarctic Cruises

Classic

It’s fantastic trip. Thanks Natalya who helps to book and explain all to us. Give more confidence and comfortable to pay a big amount of Money for tickets.

Fatmegyul M

Ocean Endeavour Antarctic Cruises

Classic

Natalya Getman was very supportive and quickly responding to each my questions. The trip to Antarctica was one of the best experiences. It was very well organized - there was time for learning a lot about Antarctica, for explore Antarctica with zodiacs and walking on the land, for nice conversations with interesting people, for relax and enjoy the moments there. I strongly recommend this trip to each adventureous.

client

Nathan Krueger

Ocean Endeavour Antarctic Cruises

Classic

I’m very grateful for having met Bruna at Polar Tours. I was originally just planning a trip to Patagonia and thinking to visit Ushuaia when I got interested in the possibility of taking a trip to Antarctica. I had talked with a few other agents of other travel companies, but it was confusing and it seemed too expensive and too much of a hassle for me to go. Then I came across Polar Tours and Bruna who found a few last minute opportunities for me. She not only convinced me to go, but found the perfect cruise on the right date allowing me to go. The entire process of booking, payment, answering questions, and helping me be prepared for the trip went smoothly and with the many preparations needed for such a trip she helped me stay on top of everything. My trip on the Arctic Endeavour was one of the most magical experiences of my life! Many of the excursions were filled up when I booked, but thanks to Bruna I was also able to camp in Antarctica and join the photography program. Thank you Bruna for your kindness and helping me figure out this great adventure. I know it wouldn’t have been possible without you and I can tell how deeply passionate you are not only about traveling but helping others to see and enjoy the magical places of this world.

client

Georgina W

Ocean Endeavour Antarctic Cruises

Classic

Had an amazing time in Antarctica with Intrepid! Polar tours was great and incredibly helpful with my very last minute booking! Bruna and Celia are great! Thank you so much!

Ocean Endeavour Antarctica Peninsula Photos

Marsha012

Ocean Endeavour Antarctic Cruises

Classic

I started off my Antarctica trip with a three night stay in Ushuaia before departure March 8. Staying at Hotel Albatros I only had to go across the street to the parking lot for the Rumbo Sur buses waiting to take us to our ship. Upon entering Ocean Endeavor I was pleasantly surprised to find the triple share room had two bathrooms as well as more than enough storage to hold the belongings for three people. We spent four glorious days in Antarctica before cutting our voyage short due to flight ban possibly being put in place. Quark got us in before the ban but we had to stay until the 23 due to a quarantine by the government. Crew staff especially Laurie was awesome in keeping us briefed about the changing situation. Quark got extra provisions aboard and we were given free wi fi and telephone cards during our quarantine in Ushuaia. Quark went over and aboard by arranging for two charter flights to take passengers and crew from Ushuaia to Buenos Aires. I was among second charter group and Quark arranged for passengers and crew members to stay at Sheraton in Buenos Aires. Quark is amazing company and they went way beyond the normal in a difficult situation caused by the coronovirus. The kitchen was kept running and provided amazing meals and there was always plenty of activiites aboard the ship. (Copied from Trip Advisor)

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