East Antarctica Ocean Cruises
Follow in the footsteps of the great explorers with a Scenic Eclipse voyage to East Antarctica and the Ross Sea from New Zealand or Hobart.
Navigate this isolated region on a Scenic Eclipse all-inclusive voyage with only three more planned departures from December 2025 to February 2026. Experience Antarctica in its most spectacular form, where everything is on a grand scale, with voyages guided by expert hosts. Embark on Zodiac, kayak and stand-up paddleboard excursions~ or discover multi-sensory exploration in one of two on board helicopters^.
Immerse yourself further into this captivating region with invaluable insights from experts on board. Re-joining with the Discovery Team of up to 20 polar experts this season is Ian Godfrey, Head Conservator at the Mawson’s Huts Foundation, who will accompany all three East Antarctica voyages. On the exclusive Mawson’s Antarctica voyage, Dr Louise Emmerson from the Cape Denison Seabird Research Team will also be on board, adding a rare depth to your journey.
It is our privilege to welcome Robert Swan—the first person to walk to both the North and South Poles—along with his son, fellow explorer Barney Swan. This remarkable father-son duo will join us on Antarctica’s Ross Sea: Majestic Ice & Wildlife, departing 29 January 2026.
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.
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 culinary experiences, eight bars and lounges, the expansive Senses Spa#, and state-of-the-art theatre.
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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.
Take to the skies in one of our two on board helicopters^ for the ultimate vantage point. Choose to add the ultimate excursion onto your ultra-luxury Scenic Eclipse experience with flightseeing or remote landings in the Airbus H130-T2 helicopters^. The quietest aircraft in the skies, you’ll enjoy air-conditioned interiors, Bose® noise cancelling headsets equipped with voice activation, and expansive visibility from every seat with large windows and wrap-around windscreen.
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 of up to 20 polar experts who will provide enduring insights and guide you, creating life-changing memories in Antarctica. Returning this season to East Antarctica is Jason Flesher, Scenic Director of Discovery Operations, Discovery Leader Jonathan Fuhrmann and Captains Erwan Le Rouzic and James Griffin.
Immerse yourself further into this fascinating region with invaluable insights from special guests on board. Be enriched by guest lectures from legendary explorers Robert and Barney Swan, Ian Godfrey from the Mawson’s Hut Foundation and Dr Louise Emmerson from the Cape Denison Seabird Research Team.
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.
To learn more about the Discovery Yacht experience as well as the many spacious suites, dining experiences, health and wellbeing amenities, and entertainment options.
24 Days
SEASON: 2025/2026Explore the Ross Sea & Follow in the Footsteps of the Great Explorers
23 Days
SEASON: 2026Vast glaciers and crystal-clear seas
16 Days
SEASON: 2027Crossing the Legendary Antarctic Circle
21 Days
SEASON: 2027/2028Antarctic Frontiers and Patagonian Wilderness
^Experiences on board our two helicopters and submersible are at additional cost, subject to regulatory approval, availability, weight restrictions, medical approval and weather, tide and ice conditions. Helicopters are not operational in Brazil, Canada, Colombia, Costa Rica, Faroe Islands, Finland, Greenland, Indonesia, Ireland, Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, Morocco, Netherlands, Svalbard, Panama, Philippines, Solomon Islands, South Georgia, Taiwan, and United Kingdom. Submersible is not operational in Brazil, Colombia, Europe and the Mediterranean, Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, Morocco, New Zealand, Northern Territory, Northern Queensland, Svalbard, Philippines, Taiwan, Tonga, and Uruguay. Scenic Neptune on board Scenic Eclipse is not operational in US waters.
#Spa treatments at additional cost.
~Kayak and stand-up paddleboard may not be possible in all destinations. Stand-up paddleboards cannot be used in the Arctic.
>SEABOB is available on Scenic Eclipse II in warm water destinations on selected Discovery Voyages and is not operational in the Kimberley, Northern Territory, Northern Queensland or New Zealand. Usage is included in your voyage, at no additional charge.
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