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The Aurora Difference

Aurora Expeditions is an award-winning, Australian-owned expedition cruise company that has been pioneering polar travel for over 33 years. Founded on the guiding principles of adventure and endless exploration, our world-class Expedition Team facilitates perspective-altering cruises in some of the most remote and incredible places on earth, with a range of classic expeditions, discovery voyages and treks to choose from in Antarctica, the Arctic and beyond.

Our purpose-built new ships, the Greg Mortimer and the Sylvia Earle, were designed for discovery, carrying a maximum of 130 passengers. Travelling in small groups means that, unlike on larger ships, you can join every excursion, with more opportunities to explore the natural world and participate in unique activities including kayaking, snorkelling and diving.

A Certified B Corporation™, Aurora Expeditions is deeply committed to environmentally respectful and sustainable travel to preserve the natural world’s beauty and majesty, by taking real actions for the care of the planet. Through education and enrichment on our cruises, we seek to create lifelong ambassadors for the planet.  This has always been our purpose, and it’s what sets us apart.

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Antarctica

Have you ever dreamt of a destination so captivating and so untouched by the bustling modern world that it feels like stepping into another realm entirely? Antarctica, a frozen continent of unparalleled beauty, awaits your exploration. As one of the last truly wild places on the planet, Antarctica promises awe-inspiring wonders and life changing experiences.

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Svalbard

Svalbard is a Norwegian archipelago in the High Arctic between mainland Norway and the North Pole. A destination of a lifetime, our Svalbard cruises and expeditions connect you to the majesty of this Arctic wilderness, where dramatic fjords, rugged mountain ranges and a fossil-rich polar desert await.

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Greenland

A trip to Greenland takes you to one of the planet’s last great wildernesses, a remote land of ice and snow. Offering remarkable landscapes, exceptional wildlife, iceberg-filled fjords, majestic peaks, vast tundra, Viking history and contemporary Inuit culture, Greenland is truly unlike anywhere else in the world.

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Northern Lights

Increase your chances of seeing the Northern Lights or aurora borealis on a small ship expedition cruise that takes you deep into the Arctic, to iconic destinations such as Greenland, Iceland and Norway. In true expedition style, we encourage exploration and adventure on our Northern Lights tours.

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Iceland

One of the most iconic locations on the planet, Iceland is a place where stark beauty and dramatic landscapes capture the imagination and lift the soul. Experience an extraordinary array of natural wonders from hot springs and calving glaciers to lava-strewn fields and craggy volcanoes.

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South Georgia

To visit South Georgia is to get a front row seat to the greatest wildlife show on the planet, with thousands of king penguins, seals and sea birds that defy belief performing in unison on stage. Discover towering glaciers and jaw-dropping icebergs, sandy beaches dotted with relics from South Georgia’s dark whaling past and retrace Shackleton’s footsteps.

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Scotland

Discover the wild isles of Scotland, from the windswept Hebrides to the verdant Orkney Islands, where ancient Neolithic and Viking sites conjure images of civilisations long gone. Zodiac-cruise past sea-sculpted coastlines and under noisy bird cliffs, stopping to visit charming villages.

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Costa Rica & Panama

Immerse yourself in the remarkable coastlines of Costa Rica and Panama. In Costa Rica, discover tropical rainforests teeming with outstanding variety of wildlife, dazzling birdlife and flamboyant flora. In Panama, discover pristine coral reefs, meet the indigenous Emberá tribe, and learn the remarkable history of the Panama Canal on a guaranteed daylight crossing.

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Antarctic Circle

Few are lucky and privileged enough to tick the elusive 7th continent off their travel bucket list, and even fewer are afforded the opportunity to cross the Antarctic Circle. Going over the imaginary line at 66°33’ south is a memorable occasion for expeditioners, celebrated with a toast out on the deck.

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Northwest Passage

Embark on one of Aurora Expeditions’ Canadian Arctic Cruises and experience the legendary Northwest Passage with a world-class expedition team. Our Northwest Passage cruises through the polar regions of the Northern Atlantic follow in the footsteps of the early explorers and aim to immerse you the fascinating history of the fabled route, Inuit culture and otherworldly Canadian High Arctic landscapes.

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What Do Our Passengers Think?

“I'll be recommending Aurora Expeditions to anyone thinking of booking a similar trip. Far exceeded all of my expectations. We saw way more of Antarctica than I had expected, and the variety of locations kept things interesting throughout. What an incredible team you’ve put together! Everyone on the ship knew our names within about two days - that made us feel like we were special.“

“I would like to express my admiration and thanks to the entire staff. Everyone we interacted with seemed to love being on that ship, doing what they were doing. The expedition staff in particular were passionate about their jobs and the environment and that spread to the passengers. Thank you for a once in a lifetime experience. I have travelled with other expedition companies, and so far, my experience with Aurora was the best. I would absolutely recommend your company to anyone else considering a polar expedition."

“Everything exceeded any expectation I could possibly have. The weather was an important component to the wonderful time had, but the expedition team and crew are all top notch and the whole experience could not be more highly recommended. Thank you!”

“The whole E-Team was outstanding. Everyone was so passionate and competent in their own specialties. The diversity and content of the lectures were amazing. Incredible journey with incredible people. This experience will stay with us for the rest of our lives.”

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Expeditioners sharing a toast on the deck

Passenger marvelling at the Northern Lights from the deck of the Greg Mortimer ship in Greenland

Zodiac cruise in Antarctica - Lina Stock

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Expeditioners camping at Paradise Bay, Antarctica - Adrian Wlodarczyk

Passengers dining on the Greg Mortimer, Antarctica, Adrian Wlodarczyk

Polar Bear and cubs in Storøya, Svalbard - Scott Portelli

Snorkelling in Antarctica

Passengers kayaking in Spitsbergen, Svalbard

Captured at Port Lockroy on 20Mar, 2020 by Matt Horspool @Etchd Photography.

Hiker in Patagonia

Captured at Port Lockroy on 20Mar, 2020 by Matt Horspool @Etchd Photography.

Kayaking in Antarctica, Jamie Lafferty

Hiking in Blomsterbugten, Nanortalik, East Greenland - Matt Horspool

Expeditioner in Nordvest Fjord, Eskimobugt, Scoresbysund East Greenland - Matt Horspool

Passengers practicing photography in Golfo Dulce, Costa Rica - Conrad Weston

Taking Photos of Perito Moreno Glacier, Los Glaciares National Park, Patagonia, Argentina, Michael Baynes-min

Gateau Point, Scoresbysund, Greenland - Matt Horspool

Rare blue whale sighting at sunset in Greenland

Zodiac cruising at Ilulissat, Greenland - Michael Baynes

Explore Seydisfjordur on a guided walk to see snow-capped mountains and picturesque towns

Captured at Raudfjord & Ayerfjorden on 06Aug, 2019 by Matt Horspool @Etchd Photography.

The Greg Mortimer in Krossfjorden, Svalbard - Michael Baynes

Huddle of walruses in the Svalbard archipelago in the High Arctic

Standup Paddleboarding, Bartolome, Costa Rica - Renato Graniere

Gannet Cliffs in Scotland - Violet J. Wilson

The Sylvia Earle in Lunga, Scotland - Pia Harboure

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Gentoo penguins coming ashore at Paradise Harbour, Graham Land, Antarctica, Richard I'Anson

Passengers taking photos of icebergs - Michael Baynes

Zodiac Cruising at Croker Bay, Canada, Richard I'Anson