Your Most Immersive Polar Experience
Experience the Best from Two Iconic Brands, Now Joined as One
You might say that Polar Latitudes Expeditions is a new company. But really, we’re the very best of two companies: Polar Latitudes and Albatros Expeditions – both longstanding leaders in polar travel, from the Antarctic Circle to the northern reaches of the Arctic.
By coming together, what was already the trip of a lifetime now promises to be even more unforgettable – with a broader range of itineraries, a greater choice of expedition ships, and the combined experience and deep polar know-how that comes with more than four decades of delivering superior Arctic and Antarctic experiences.
Featured Expeditions to Spark Your Imagination
While all our voyages promise a deeply immersive, truly unforgettable experience, here are a few that are sure to set your spirit of adventure aflame.
Polar Adventures That Win Hearts – and Awards
Though winning awards was never a goal of ours, when it happens, it’s a welcome reminder that we’re delivering on our promise of an exceptional polar experience. Here are recent awards won by Polar Latitudes and Albatros Expeditions.
Why Travel With Us?
We realize that modern explorers have a wide range of vessels and brands to choose from. While the penguins, icebergs and glaciers will always be there, who you choose to explore with is what truly makes your expedition.
Here are five things you can count on should you choose to travel with us.
You’ll Travel With a Principled Company
You’ll Be Guided by an Extraordinary Team
Your Onboard Experience Will Feel Customized, and Highly Personal
You’ll Have a More Immersive Adventure
You’ll Be Traveling Responsibly
You’ll Travel With a Principled Company
While our ships take us to some memorable places, it’s our brand beliefs that guide every decision we make, and ultimately ensure that your voyage is one you’ll cherish forever. A focus on camaraderie, on experiences above all, and on our commitment to the environment and the communities that keep us afloat – these are at the heart of our brand.
You’ll Be Guided by an Extraordinary Team
Our commitment to your experience begins with our commitment to providing the most qualified and highly-trained team in polar waters. They average a dozen years’ experience, and one team member for every seven-to-eight guests, ensuring the highest level of attention and safety. And though it can’t be put into numbers, they simply love what they do, and sharing that love with our guests.
Your Onboard Experience Will Feel Customized and Highly Personal
We offer a range of ship experiences, from ultra-modern to classic expedition-style, providing a wide choice of cabins, features, and amenities to choose from. Our ships range in size from 80 guests to 178, keeping a small ship experience (and our polar destinations) front and center at all times. And rest assured, whichever ship you travel on, the level of service and attention will be second to none.
You’ll Have a More Immersive Adventure
All of our voyage itineraries include adventure activities and excursion options that can take you further, closer, and in some cases higher, allowing you to create the experience of a lifetime. From kayaking to camping, from hiking on foot to gliding overhead, everything we offer is designed to bring you closer and more intimately engaged with these incredible polar environments.
You’ll Be Traveling Responsibly
Like any good guest, we believe in leaving the places we visit better for us having been there. That responsibility begins with the polar regions’ lowest per-passenger carbon footprint, and extends to giving back to the local communities we so depend on. A pioneering Citizen Science program, local education and scholarships programs, and cultural exchange with remote Inuit communities are just some of the programs fundamental to our polar commitment.
Four Purpose-Built Ships, One Purpose
Our ships offer you a range of cabins, amenities, and on-board experiences. But they all have one thing in common: a commitment to enabling your deepest connection with whichever polar environment you choose to explore.
Adventure Activities That Put You in Touch With the Environment
Your idea of the perfect adventure activity may be different than the next person’s (Polar plunge anyone?). That’s why we offer a wide range of activities to choose from, one (or many) to suit the heart’s desire of every explorer. The even better news: every activity will bring you closer to the land, wildlife and culture of these unforgettable destinations.
What Our Explorers Say
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