Where each bend changes what you see and what you think, expedition cruising mixes enticing exploration with natural rhythm. In the quest for fresh, distinctive experiences, intrepid adventures along rivers or across seas can offer some of the best opportunities for unrivalled exploration.
From cruising through the tropical beauty of Bali and Indonesian islands, to embarking on a river safari through the African wilderness, or even embracing the spirit of Polar exploration to the Antarctic Peninsula.
Moving through landscapes few people reach, each one more bewitching than the last, and learning something new every day, expedition cruising entails immersive voyages to some of the most untouched places on Earth. Mesmerising, exhilarating, and a reminder of how staggeringly beautiful the world truly is, read on to discover our latest offers for expedition cruises.
Renowned for its diverse marine life, white-sand coastline backed by verdant greenery and other-worldly volcanic terrain, the remote and magical Coral Triangle is a chain of islands in the Komodo National Park, also famed for its eponymous lizards. It’s here that the luxury small-ship expedition group Aqua Expeditions’ Aqua Blu weaves through some of the most arresting coastlines of untouched beaches, mountains, and iridescent reefs. Aboard, 15 ocean-facing cabins offer a luxurious sanctuary before, after, and around adventures adrift, making this East Indonesian vessel the very definition of decadence.
• 5 nights at The Oberoi Beach Resort, Bali
• 7 nights onboard the Aqua Blu: Bali & Komodo National Park Expedition
• Transfers throughout
• Return flights from UK
• Internal flights
London Gatwick from £13,609 per person
Payable locally £13 per person
Travel between 27 Mar – 24 Apr 2027 (blackout dates may apply). Prices based on 28 Mar 2027 and are correct at time of publishing. Price includes taxes payable prior to arrival of 300,000 IDR / £12.40 based on an exchange rate of 24,188. Exchange rates and local taxes may fluctuate before arrival.
The coveted White Continent, where isolated islands, glistening icebergs, and waddling penguins await, is arguably one of the most extraordinary places on Earth. Expedition cruising to Antarctica means days unfold among glassy fjords, protected inlets, and soaring ice cliffs, alongside an abundance of insightful knowledge from enthusiastic experts. Enjoy the luxurious amenities onboard the comfortable and well-equipped small-ship Douglas Mawson by AE Expeditions, partnered with New Scientist to host talks which cover topics ranging from polar science and glaciology to ornithology and polar exploration, as well as the opportunity for hands-on activities both on and off the ship.
• 1 night pre-cruise stay at Arakur Resort & Spa, Ushuaia
• 9 night cruise onboard AE Expedition’s Douglas Mawson
• All shore excursions and educational lectures
• All meals, snacks, hot beverages and soft drinks
• Complimentary beer and house wine with dinner
• Transfers included
• Return flights from London Heathrow with British Airways
Balcony Stateroom from £14,849 per person
Based on on 03 December 2027 sailing and prices are correct at time of publishing. Price includes $15 USD per person per day gratuity for the crew which is automatically added to your onboard account. It is at your discretion if you would like to remove the tip (or adjust the amount) when you settle your bill. It is not necessary to tip the expedition team members. There are no additional mandatory fees or taxes payable locally in resort.
Wake up to witness elephants taking a dust bath, hippos going for their morning swim, or crocodiles laying still as tree trunks – all from the comfort of your own sumptuous room. As animals gather alongside the majestic Chobe River, drifting along silently offers some of the best opportunities to witness these extraordinary wildlife scenes. With a limited number of guests onboard, the Chobe Princess is truly an intimate safari experience. Gliding along the Chobe River, the natural border between Botswana and Namibia, this exceptional river safari combines outstanding wildlife viewing with the comfort and exclusivity of a luxury lodge on water.
• 3 nights onboard the Chobe Princess
• All meals, soft drinks, mineral water, coffee, tea, local beer and wine
• Guided water-based game viewing, birding, and fishing
• Private transfers
• Return flights with Virgin Atlantic
London Heathrow from £3,379 per person
Valid for stays until 28 Feb 2027. Prices based on 5 Nov 2026 and correct at time of publishing. There are no additional mandatory fees or taxes payable locally in resort.
Terms & Conditions: All offers are based on 2 adults sharing unless otherwise stated. All offers are correct at time of publishing. Subject to availability and change. Airport taxes included. All flight inclusive holidays are protected by ATOL scheme.
