The World's Leading Expedition Lines

With over 130 years of experience in Norwegian waters and beyond, Hurtigruten Expeditions leads the world in sustainable expedition travel. Their fleet of purpose-built ships reaches the most remote corners of Antarctica, the Arctic, and beyond.

Lindblad Expeditions pioneered expedition travel to Antarctica in 1966 and remains the gold standard for science-based exploration. Their exclusive partnership with National Geographic brings world-class photographers and naturalists aboard every voyage.

Viking brings its hallmark Scandinavian design and cultural immersion philosophy to expedition cruising. Their state-of-the-art ships combine the intimacy of a small vessel with the amenities of a luxury cruise line.

Silversea redefines luxury expedition travel with all-inclusive voyages to the world's most extraordinary destinations. Their intimate ships carry fewer than 300 guests, ensuring an exclusive and personalized experience.

Scenic Eclipse, the world's first Discovery Yacht, combines the intimacy of a superyacht with the capabilities of a true expedition vessel — complete with two helicopters and a submarine for unparalleled exploration.

Emerald Cruises brings a fresh, contemporary approach to expedition yachting. Their Emerald Azzurra and Emerald Sakara offer an intimate, yacht-like atmosphere with expedition capabilities and all-inclusive pricing.

Ponant brings French elegance and gastronomy to the world's most remote destinations. Their fleet of intimate ships — including the revolutionary Le Commandant Charcot — reaches places no other vessel can.

MSC Group's luxury expedition brand, Explora Journeys, offers a new vision of ocean travel — spacious ships, exceptional dining, and a curated collection of immersive shore experiences in extraordinary destinations.

Azamara specializes in destination immersion — spending more time in port, including overnight stays and late-night departures, so you can truly experience each place. Their intimate ships access ports larger vessels can't reach.

G Adventures makes expedition travel accessible without sacrificing the experience. Their small-ship voyages to Antarctica, the Arctic, and the Galápagos are designed for adventurous travelers of all budgets and experience levels.