Sail from Ushuaia on an intimate Ocean Nova expedition to the Antarctic Peninsula, featuring daily Zodiac outings, expert lectures, and unforgettable whale encounters.
  • Sail the historic Beagle Channel from Ushuaia toward Antarctica.
  • Cross the Drake Passage, spotting dolphins, whales, and wandering albatross.
  • Witness humpback migrations as whales feast on krill rich Antarctic waters.
  • Explore towering icebergs and glaciated mountains on Zodiac excursions and landings.
  • Look for gentoo and chinstrap penguins, fur and Weddell seals.
  • Contribute whale fluke photos to the Happy Whale citizen science project.
  • Learn from polar experts in daily lectures on wildlife and geology.
  • Take a polar plunge into Antarctica’s icy waters.
  • Beneath the sleek exterior of the Ocean Albatros lies decades of learning and adaptation to the challenging Polar environment. Its patented and ice-conquering X-BOW offers the highest level of stability and comfort, while granting our passenger-explorers unprecedented access to hard-to-reach (and jaw-dropping to discover) corners of this wonderful and often-elusive environment. Its many on-board amenities – including two hot tubs with spectacular 360° views – are designed to maximize your every Polar moment, and its spacious heated mudroom with four exterior doors makes zodiac boarding quick, safe, and effortless.
  • The futuristic X-Bow design of the Ocean Albatros is more than just eye-catching. It’s also designed for total comfort and safety in even the roughest seas. And its superior Ice Class 1A and Polar Class 6 mean it can push through deeper ice and deliver access to ever more remote and elusive areas. Onboard, spacious cabins, panoramic views and seamless access to zodiacs (and the adventures to follow) all join forces to ensure a one-of-a-kind experience that will exceed your highest expectations.
  • The Ocean Albatros is designed to keep the Polar regions front and center, from wake-up to lights out. Every stateroom provides a generous view, and most include private balconies. A variety of observation decks are accessible from multiple indoor spaces. Two hydraulic platforms can be lowered to offer unprecedented near-water-level views – and rare photograph opportunities. Even the two outdoor Jacuzzis provide 360 views of the mesmerizing landscape that surrounds you.