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When booking online, you can choose the option to "Upgrade to single occupancy". This will guarantee you the whole cabin to yourself, for an additional fee. If you don't select this option, then another traveler of the same sex might be placed into the same cabin with you. Exceptions may apply.
After completing your booking, you will receive an invoice from your travel specialist by email. A deposit of 30% of the trip price is required to secure your booking. Payment can be made through bank transfer or by credit card through a secure payment link.
Full payment is expected 30 days before your trip. Payment can be made in installments.
All cruises in the polar regions operate to itineraries that are more-or-less fixed. We say "more or less", because wildlife (breeding, seasonality) and weather always play an important role in routing. Most cruises will offer a range of land-based and water-based activities that you will enjoy at various points in your cruise, including:
All boats carry English speaking, scientifically trained guides. They will lead you on your excursions, allowing you to learn as much as possible about the unique wildlife and habitats of the Polar Regions.
Choosing the right ship for a cruise to Antarctica or the Arctic seems difficult, but it doesn't have to be. Our fleet is over 30 vessels, we are sure that there is the perfect one for you. Please, follow these simple steps, and you will be able to find your ideal ship:
In addition: We work with responsible partners who provide a great experience for their passengers. All of our providers are committed to sustainability and to preserving the beauty of the polar regions. You don’t need to worry about the impact of your cruise, because we’ve already taken care of it.
We love to help people find their dream vacation to the Arctic and Antarctic. Whether you give us a call, contact us via email, or use our website inquiry form, one of our Polar travel experts will be more than happy to answer any questions, recommend ships and itineraries, and walk you through the whole process!
Step 1: Find your perfect trip. If you have already started looking for Polar Cruises, you will have quickly noticed that the sheer amount of options can be quite overwhelming. To help you navigate the countless departures and itineraries that our fleet offers, we have put together a great filter page for Antarctic and Arctic Expedition Cruises. Use this page to filter all trips by price, date, ship category, and even destinations you wish to visit. We update all dates, prices, and availabilities daily, and are proud to host what is doubtlessly the world's most complete collection of information.
Step 2: Found something you love? We'll hold your spaces, free of charge! If you find a cruise you like, you can either inquire directly with us or make an unbinding booking online. We will then reach out to the shipowners to put a hold on your spaces for a limited time, free of charge. Once we have confirmed your block with the ship, we will send you a written confirmation of your reservation and include full payment details in an invoice. Typically, we are able to hold unpaid reservations for up to 1 week*. This gives us time to clarify all your remaining questions, and also ensures that no other passengers can book your spaces, while we continue our conversation.
Step 3: Confirm your booking. In order to confirm your booking, we ask for a deposit payment. You can pay via bank transfer or credit card. Keep in mind, that we can only hold your spaces for a limited amount of time. If we don't receive your payment after this time, we can no longer guarantee that the places will be available or that the price won't increase. To prevent disappointment, we will automatically cancel your reservation if we don't receive your deposit by the due date stated on your booking reservation.
Step 4: Booking confirmation & Payment. As soon as we have received your deposit and a completed passenger information form, we will be pleased to send your booking confirmation and updated invoice, along with your trip itinerary, important information, and other great tips for your cruise.
Step 5: Final payment. In your initial invoice, we will define a final payment date by when you need to pay us the remaining amount of your trip. Once we have received your final payment we'll send you your cruise documents and voucher. As your trip approaches, we make sure to pass along all necessary information, so you feel super prepared and stress-free.
*For last-minute bookings, we might not be able to hold your spaces for so long. We will also require the full payment of your cruise upon booking.
An expedition cruise to Antarctica or the Arctic is a big deal! Most people plan for this type of trip at least 8 months in advance. This means the earlier you book, the better chance you'll have to reserve your prefered cabins. Early bird discounts are also popular and a great way to get 10-30% off your cruise.
Most expedition cruises offer optional activities like camping and kayaking, but the spaces are limited. A cruise with 120 passengers can have only 10-15 spaces for kayaking. These are reserved on a first come first served basis. The earlier you book, the higher your chance of grabbing a spot.
Even though last minute deals do occur, keep in mind that the airline prices will be much higher if you purchase them last minute. You may save a few hundred on your cruise, but you may end up paying the most for airfare.
If you are prone to motion sickness then here are a few hints to help you.
Firstly, book a cabin in the middle of the ship. The middle of the ship will move less, both in roll and in pitch. Secondly, chose a larger ship. Bigger vessels typically are more stable, and some of them are even equipped with "stabilizers", fins under water that remove the rolling in the swells. Thirdly, take medical advice on anti-seasickness medication. Some traditional remedies are said to be very effective, such as taking ginger or using commercially-available acupressure wristbands.
Watch this informative video about life onboard an expedition ship and seasickness from our expert guide and Polartours Brand Ambassador, Kevin.
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Sail into South Georgia’s wild autumn—soft golden light, king penguin colonies in full voice, and fur seals spilling across the beaches.
We’ve crafted our longest-ever South Georgia expedition—a 15-day journey that plunges you deep into one of the planet’s most extraordinary wildernesses.
South Georgia is known as the 'Serengeti of the Southern Ocean,' and it’s easy to see why. In autumn, the island pulses with life and movement. Moulting elephant seals lounge on crowded beaches, bracing for the colder months ahead, while stealthy leopard seals patrol the icy shorelines. Penguin chicks shed their down, wobbling toward the water for the very first time.
Overhead, the magnificent wandering albatross—its wingspan wider than any other seabird—glides effortlessly above a landscape glowing with the warm, fleeting hues of autumn.
As the season edges toward winter, the days grow shorter, the air sharper, and the island transforms into a raw, elemental world—quiet, powerful, and unforgettable.
Whether you’re a photographer inspired by the beauty of nature in remote places, a wildlife enthusiast, an aficionado of polar history, or an avid birdwatcher, this expedition has been thoughtfully tailored with you in mind.
The journey begins in Port Stanley in the Falkland Islands, where we set sail across the Scotia Sea toward the snow-draped shores of South Georgia. Our goal is to share the wildest wonders of this region with you—from raising a glass at Grytviken in honour of ‘The Boss’ himself, Sir Ernest Shackleton, to Zodiac cruises around Prion Island, a favourite haunt of the iconic wandering albatross, to standing dwarfed among hundreds of thousands of king penguins at St Andrew’s Bay and Salisbury Plain.
The ship is our platform for discovery and it's this unique setting of genuinely small groups and extreme wilderness that creates experiences reserved for only a fortunate few. Our micro-sized voyages give you space to reconnect, be inspired, and slow down in a family-like environment.
As we follow the light and the wildlife, we embrace the spontaneity and surprises that nature always holds. We never know exactly what Antarctica will bring, but rather than stick to a rigid schedule, you’ll have the freedom to linger longer at extraordinary moments, ensuring you can make the most of every opportunity, camera in hand, ready to capture it all.
With flexibility, freedom, and just 44 guests, you’ll venture where larger ships can’t. No queues, no crowds, no rigid itinerary. In this frozen, awakening world, nature leads—and we follow, quietly and respectfully.
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