Expedition and adventure cruise guides from the experts

Our guides have been written by the people who know, our writers: experienced travellers, expedition team members, travel industry executives, and explorers. 

It can be hard to find impartial, practical, and honest advice when planning expedition and small-ship travel, and our guides are here to support that process. 

We also have more focused guides to help you expand your travel planning and take you further on your adventures. 

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EXPEDITION GUIDES

Expedition Guide: How to see polar bears in the wild

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Narwhal Tale Arctic 405 Robert K
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Expedition Guide: The Arctic Big Five

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Puffin by Miranda Krestovnikoff
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Expedition Guide: Birding on an Expedition Cruise

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Photography from a zodiac in Antarctica
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Expedition Guide: Photography

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Iceberg Close Up Mark Stratton
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Expedition Guide: The Drake Passage

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Dan Stavert Hiking in Greenland
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Expedition Guide: Hiking

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Expedition Guide: Micro Expedition Cruising

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Expedition Guide: Sea Kayaking

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Dundas Harbour Huts And Ice
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Expedition Guide: Polar History and Culture

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Zodiac exploring Greenland, an iceberg in the background.
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Expedition Guide: The Mindset for Expedition Cruises

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Expedition Guide: Penguins Through Time

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Green northern lights illuminating the sky captured by Rosie B Wild
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Expedition Guide: In Search of the Northern Lights

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Expedition Guide: Sea ice

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KGI DAP Plane Mark Stratton
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Quick Guide: Flying to Antarctica

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Quick Guide: The 2026 Solar Eclipse by expedition ship

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Landing directly on sea ice from ice breaker ship
1
Discover
  • Introduction to Expedition Cruises
  • Articles from top Travel Writers
  • Wildlife guides
  • Webinars
Sylvia Earle ship in Sam Ford Fjord Arctic Burnham Arlidge
2
Compare
  • Which destination you'll visit next
  • Expert guides to every region
  • Help choosing right ship
  • Free Expert Advice
Walrus resting on sea ice with M/S Stockholm in the background, showcasing Arctic wildlife and expedition cruising.
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Choose
  • Over 420 cruises to choose from
  • Access special offers
  • Expert Advice for the best cabins
  • Find best agents for pre/post travel