East Antarctica Ocean Cruises
Go further than most for a truly immersive exploration of one of the remotest areas on the globe.
Navigate this isolated region, exclusively available to only up to 600 guests over three voyages in 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 paddleboard excursions or discover multi-sensory exploration in one of two helicopters^ or the custom-built submersible^.
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 stabilisers 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, yours to take home. Plus, the use of specialised 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 personalised 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 theatre.
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Keeping our guest numbers to 200 enables multiple landings each day for more in-depth exploration by Zodiac, kayak and stand-up paddleboard at these magnificent, restricted landing sites. Be led by your Discovery Team who are experts in their fields, who will provide enduring insights and guide you, 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 depths of up to 100 metres.
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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