East Antarctica Ocean Cruises
Go further for a truly immersive exploration of one of the most remote areas on the globe.
Navigate this isolated region, exclusively available to only up to 600 guests over three voyages in the 2024-25 season. Experience Antarctica in its most extreme and spectacular form, where everything is on a grand scale. Embark on Zodiac, kayak, and stand-up paddle board excursions or discover multi-sensory exploration in one of two helicopters^ or the custom-built submersible^.
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Scenic Eclipse has been designed to be the ultimate 6-star ultra-luxury cruise experience of a lifetime for up to 200 guests in Antarctic regions. Enjoy a seamless voyage to the polar region's most remarkable and remote locations that few will ever visit.
Scenic Eclipse is purpose built for Antarctica with a Polar Class 6 rating, custom-built stabilizers providing greater stability, a strengthened hull, forward bow thrusters, and an electronic Azipod propulsion system. The state-of-the-art technology enables for safe and comfortable navigation through polar waters.
You will be supplied with everything you’ll need to fully immerse yourself in the journeys that await. On Antarctica Expedition Voyages, a Scenic Eclipse parka and water bottle will be in your suite on arrival, which is yours to take home. Plus, the use of specialized polar boots, trekking poles, and any kayaking equipment is included for your convenience.
Gaze out at the expansive Antarctic landscapes from your spacious and luxurious verandah suite and enjoy the personalized butler service, with our close to 1:1 crew-to-guest ratio.
Scenic Eclipse has 10 luxurious decks, providing a relaxing vantage point to ensure you make every moment count. Enjoy an abundance of indoor and outdoor spaces, up to 10 dining experiences, eight bars and lounges, the expansive Senses Spa#, and state-of-the-art theater.
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Keeping our guest numbers down to just 200 allows for multiple landings each day for more in-depth exploration by Zodiac, kayak, and stand-up paddle board at these magnificent, restricted landing sites. Be led by your Discovery Team who are experts in their fields and will provide enduring insights and guide you, thereby creating life-changing memories in Antarctica.
Soar above breathtaking landscapes and gain a bird's eye view of places inaccessible from shore on board one of two helicopters^. The quietest helicopters^ in the skies, the H130 sets the standards for tourism operations worldwide. Each helicopter^ features Bose® noise cancelling headsets and an air-conditioned interior.
Dive below the ocean for a new multi-sensory underwater adventure. Witness the unexplored waters of the Antarctic on board the custom-built Scenic Neptune II submersible^, taking you to depths of up to 328 feet.
To learn more about the Discovery Yacht experience as well as the many spacious suites, dining experiences, health and wellbeing amenities, and entertainment options.
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SEASON: 2024/2025From Australia to Antarctica
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SEASON: 2024/2025In the footsteps of Shackleton and Scott
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SEASON: 2024In the footsteps of explorers (and penguins)
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^Helicopter, helicopter experiences, and submersible at additional cost, subject to regulatory approval, availability, weight restrictions, medical approval, and weather and ice conditions.
#Spa treatments at additional cost.
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