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.
Voyage into the seldom-explored
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^.
Scenic Eclipse Zodiac Excursion
Scenic Eclipse Helicopter Flightseeing
Included Kayaking Excursions
Emperor Penguins
Stand-up paddleboarding
Mawson's Huts
Guided by Experts
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.
Robert Swan, Explorer
Barney Swan, Explorer
Ian Godfrey, Head Conservator at the Mawson's Hut Foundation
Dr Louise Emmerson from the Cape Denison Seabird Research Team
Jason Flesher, Scenic Director of Discovery Operations
Senior Captain Erwan Le Rouzie
James Griffiths, Scenic GM Oceans Operations
Jonathan Fuhrmann, Scenic Discovery Team Leader
Discover East Antarctica & the Ross Sea
From exploring the Ross Sea, deemed the most pristine piece of ocean on Earth, to legendary explorers’ huts made immortal in time — the ultimate journey in East Antarctica awaits.
Witness mother nature’s majesty, with the opportunity to encounter remarkable wildlife, from penguins and whales to albatrosses and seals.
Unrivalled Expertise
Ross Sea Ice Shelf
Mount Erebus
Commonwealth Bay
Mawson’s Hut
McMurdo Dry Valleys
Cape Evans
Experience everyday a parade of wildlife, deep exploration and extraordinary moments
East Antarctica with the Experts: Robert & Barney Swan
Exploring East Antarctica and the Ross Sea
Mawson's Antarctica: Along the East Coast
East Antarctica: McMurdo Dry Valleys
Antarctica by Zodiac
Antarctica Destination Guide
Why choose Scenic Eclipse?
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.
Featured Itineraries
Where we travel in
East Antarctica & the Ross Sea
Cruise around the pristine landscapes on a Zodiac, join guided kayak excursions and nature walks, stand-up paddleboard past remarkable glaciers and witness abundant wildlife as your expert Discovery Team provide deep insights.
Your guide to cruising Antarctica, the Arctic & Fjords
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Your guide to ocean cruising
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^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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