Itinerary Map
Itinerary Map
Trip Summary
Date: Mar 6, 2027 – Mar 14, 2027
Duration: 9 Days
Ship: MV Polar Athena
Starting at: $ 14495
For special itineraries that are not "standard" trips and have different departure and arrival ports, we request you please contact our team for the specific voyage itinerary. Our team is happy to help!
Polar Athena takes you to the extreme. With the highest 1A super ice-class rating, she’s built to slice through heavy sea ice, while her compact size and just 42 guests on board—the smallest group size in Antarctica—make every journey feel personal.
With a small group on board, there are no lines, no crowds — just freedom and flexibility. Unlike larger ships, we can quickly launch all our guests into Zodiacs at once and explore off the ship in minutes. This agility lets us seize every opportunity at a moment’s notice, meaning you don’t miss a thing.
Born as a research vessel, she’s in a class that has built a legacy for exploration in the polar realms. Now, reimagined and refurbished for authentic, slow travel to the most remote corners of the Earth, enhancing the experience and fulfilling the needs of true explorers, while never compromising on comfort.
She’s the ultimate choice for true small-group exploration in the deep south.
Technical Specs
Cabins & Amenities
- All cabins are exterior, with porthole windows
- The public areas include a dining room which also act as lecture room.
- Cozy bar with reference books and fresh coffee and tea available at all times.
- Sauna that holds up to five passengers.
- Open bridge policy
- Email facilities available
- 220 volts power
- Laundry service available
Notes
- What´s included?
Experienced expedition guide team
Expert Photography guide (On our Photography
Expeditions)
Lectures and workshops
Use of Zodiacs (dinghies) for shore landings and
photography opportunities
Full board (breakfast, lunch, and dinner, plus
alcoholic drinks with evening meal)
Bedding and towels
Free use of ship’s Wi-Fi powered by Starlink
Highly experienced captain and cook
Rubber boots for shore landings
Floatation suits
Transfers to airport/hotel
(select expeditions)
Expedition Flights (select expeditions)
- Exclusions:
International Airfare Not Included.
Flights included for Fly/Cruise itineraries.
Rates are per person, based on twin-share. Single costs are 1.7 times the twin rate.
Mandatory Emergency Evacuation Insurance Required.
All trips subject to possible fuel surcharge-
