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An ice-class expedition ship offering expert-led voyages, Zodiacs, kayaks and comfortable amenities for immersive polar travel.

An ice-class expedition ship offering expert-led voyages, Zodiacs, kayaks and comfortable amenities for immersive polar travel.

An ice-class expedition ship designed for polar exploration, the National Geographic Explorer offers a comfortable and capable base for discovering Antarctica. Accommodating 148 guests in 81 outward-facing cabins, the vessel combines sleek, modern design with practical features – including private bathrooms, contemporary furnishings and a range of public areas such as a lounge and bar, library, spa, fitness centre and sauna.

A fleet of Zodiacs and kayaks supports off-ship exploration, while sophisticated video equipment provides access to the underwater world. Each voyage is accompanied by expert guides, a wellness specialist and a full-time doctor, ensuring a safe and immersive experience in the polar wilderness.

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What our clients say

  • Antarctica “Best holiday we have ever had.”

    MR, West Malling Dec 2012

  • Most memorable experience: "A hard question to answer, but probably being able to walk on the continent, and not just strolling along the shore line, but fairly serious walking on…

    HW, New Romney Feb 2014

  • This was a trip of a lifetime. The scale of the natural beauty of Antarctica is overwhelming.  The icebergs, penguins ,mountains and sunshine which reflected it all in the clear…

    AW, Stanmore Jan 2013

  • Every bit was memorable from the rough sea crossings to the wonderful remoteness of the destination and the absolutely fantastic wildlife.

    HD, London Feb 2015

  • Highlights were South Georgia – amazing king penguin colony, bathing in thermal pool and cooling off in Whalers Bay on deception island, the open air party as we left Paradise…

    HG, Surbition Feb 2010

  • Highlights: “Setting foot on Antarctica and seeing the wildlife in its natural habitat.  The first part had always been an ambition of mine”

    SM, Dennie Jan 2010
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Sophie Barber - Travel Expert

Sophie lived in Chile before joining us and has travelled extensively across Latin America, from Mexico to the furthest tip of Patagonia and beyond to Antarctica.

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    Charlotte's fascination with Latin America began with a family holiday to Belize. She went on to study Spanish in school and at university before spending a year living in Santiago, Chile.

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    Born in the Atacama Desert in northern Chile, Mary’s insider knowledge and dry sense of humour make her a highly valued member of the Tailor-made Holidays and Group Tour sales team.

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    Kathryn backpacked across Argentina, Chile, Bolivia and Peru before joining us. She has a degree in Philosophy and French and is a keen netball player.

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    A globetrotter since her childhood, Alex spent a year studying abroad in Guadalajara and has returned to Latin America countless times since then.

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    Juliet Ellwood - Travel Expert

    After graduating with a degree in Anthropology and History and having been fascinated by Latin America since childhood by the book featuring photos of Nazca, Juliet first visited the region in 2003. Since then, Juliet has visited the majority of countries in Latin America but has particularly extensive experience with Peru, a country she loves for many reasons but not least, its incredible archaeological richness and delicious food!

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    After graduating in Computer Science, Paul spent seven months travelling from Colombia to Argentina and came home hooked on Latin America.

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