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Scott & Shackleton’s Antarctic - Ross Sea Expedition

Dunedin - Dunedin

Dates:
26/01/2026
to  16/02/2026

22
days
21
nights on board
Starting from*
25,290 €
per person

With featured guest Richard McElrea, writer.

Embark on an extraordinary adventure to the seldom visited Ross Sea from New Zealand and walk in the footsteps of legendary polar explorers on this exciting expedition.

Sailing from Dunedin in New Zealand on board Le Soléal, start in Campbell Island, part of New Zealand’s Subantarctic Islands, and discover the island’s spectacular endemic flora and fauna, including six species of albatross.

While you enjoy some time at sea and take advantage of talks and lectures on board by your team of expedition guides, be prepared to reach the Ross Sea, the Southernmost sea on Earth.

Alongside your expedition team, you will have the privilege of exploring this fascinating region and learn all about its history and natural environment, all in one of the most pristine, spectacular settings. Observe the largest Adelie penguin rookeries in the world, sail pass gigantic icebergs and thundering glaciers during a zodiac excursion, or spot Weddell Seals as they relax or hunt on icefloes.

You will have the opportunity to visit historic buildings including Sir Ernest Shackleton’s hut at Cape Royds, and reflect on the heroic polar journeys of some of the world’s most intrepid polar explorers.

On your way back to New Zealand, enjoy some time on Australia’s Macquarie Island, and its impressive colony of king penguins, as well as the Snares islands and their unique wildlife sanctuary, before disembarking in Dunedin. A truly memorable adventure not many have the chance to experience!

We are privileged guests in these remote lands where we are at the mercy of weather, ice, tidal and current conditions. Landings on certain sites and the observation of certain wildlife cannot be guaranteed. They vary from day to day, making each PONANT cruise a unique experience. The Captain and the Expedition Leader will make every effort to ensure that your experience is as rich as possible, while complying with the safety rules and instructions imposed by the IAATO. Any disembarkation on the Subantarctic Islands is subject to weather conditions and on obtaining the authorisation of the local authorities. To preserve the wild environment of these islands, the number of visitors is in fact strictly controlled. Wherever possible, we will run Zodiac excursions around their shorelines in order to guarantee the best possible experience for all guests if it is not possible to disembark.


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Your itinerary - Scott & Shackleton’s Antarctic  - Ross Sea Expedition

Outings and shore visits in zodiac inflatables with a team of experienced naturalist guides. UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Macquarie Island* and New Zealand’s Subantarctic Islands (Campbell and the Snares...


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Partner - Richard McElrea

Our guest of honour

Partner - Richard McElrea

Richard McElrea

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Choose your stateroom

Superior Stateroom Deck 3
 

(21 m²)

Fully booked

Deluxe Stateroom Deck 3
 

(18 m²)

Fully booked

Prestige Stateroom Deck 4
 

(18 m²)

From 28,730 € per person

Prestige Stateroom Deck 5
 

(18 m²)

From 29,310 € per person

Prestige Stateroom Deck 6
 

(18 m²)

From 30,170 € per person

Deluxe Suite Deck 6
 

(27 m²)

From 44,540 € per person

Prestige Suite Deck 5
 

(37 m²)

From 46,550 € per person

Prestige Suite Deck 6
 

(37 m²)

From 49,130 € per person

Owner's Suite Deck 6
 

(45 m²)

From 62,930 € per person



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For more peace of mind, PONANT selects stays and flights then takes care of your transfers for your trip as well as shore visits before and after the cruise.


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