Our Discovery Leaders are experts in their fields. They will share their insights into the environment, history and culture of each region - as well as their personal highlights - so you are ready to explore the many horizons that await onshore.
In the Arctic regions, our 18 passionate Discovery Team experts will facilitate Scenic Discovery excursions by Zodiac and kayak, taking you ashore for landings with guided walks assisting your exploration of wildlife and nature.
The Scenic Eclipse fleet has a rating of Polar Class 6, the highest of any luxury vessel. The innovative design utilizes state-of-the-art technology and GPS dynamic positioning, a host of safety features including stabilizer fins, plus forward bow thrusters and an electronic Azipod propulsion system that enables safe navigation through all waters.
Our purpose-built climate-controlled mud room allows you to change from your outerwear with ease, no matter the weather conditions. The specially designed marina platforms mean you can get on and off the Zodiacs faster, ensuring you have more time to spend exploring. You will receive a complimentary custom-designed parka with separate inner and outer layers, a reusable water bottle and the use of special boots designed for exploring these regions.
Our all-inclusive Scenic Discovery excursions allow numerous opportunities for you to choose from a range of expert-led activities. Our fleet of Zodiacs and tandem kayaks are an integral part of these memorable experiences.
Whether it's observing a pod of whales from the Zodiacs, kayaking through sheltered waterways or nature walks in Greenland, you will explore in safety and style. Best of all, these excursions are all included in the price.
Your days will be filled with endless opportunity on a range of daily discovery excursions (dependent on the weather and ice conditions). Take to the water on our Zodiacs and kayaks, or join the Discovery Team for shore landings.
In the Norweigian Fjords, Iceland and the Baltics, our Scenic Discovery excursions are complemented by our comprehensive range of all-inclusive Scenic Freechoice activities in selected ports.
The Antarctica Peninsula's west coast is a land of white icescapes, towering peaks and a maze of protected channels. Home to vast colonies of penguins, seals and pods of wildlife, you can savour a rare chance to witness part of the world few have set foot upon.