Find the Right Boat for You
Most people explore Antarctica by cruise, so choosing the right boat for you is key. Having stepped foot on almost all the vessels operating in the region, we are confident in matching you with your perfect floating home.
Antarctica Holidays
A land shaped by ice and time, Antarctica is Earth’s last great wilderness. From colossal glaciers to bustling penguin colonies, it’s a place where scale and silence redefine adventure.
Head to the Antarctic Peninsula for abundant wildlife; to the Weddell Sea for towering icebergs and emperor penguins; and to the Ross Sea for raw scale and remoteness.
Travellers return changed from Antarctica, moved by the stillness of glassy waters and the thunder of calving ice. Every voyage offers something different, but each leaves the same mark: a reminder of how small we are, and how vital it is to protect this extraordinary continent.
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Classic Antarctic Peninsula & South Shetland Islands
In this introduction to Antarctica, explore the Peninsula and South Shetland Islands and count yourself as one of those who has crossed the renowned Drake Passage – whether you experience the “Drake Lake” or the “Drake Shake” only time will tell.
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Ross Sea Antarctica, Shackleton & Scott Voyage
As one of the most remote places on the planet and only accessible for two months of the year due to pack ice, expeditions to the Ross Sea are few and far between. This 28-day voyage from New Zealand encompasses spectacular scenes…
No little detail was missed.
We were blown away by Sue’s in-depth knowledge of everything from endemic species to the history of Shackleton and his men. No question we had went unanswered, and no little detail was missed.
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Why Steppes Travel?
Real Expertise
In this video, Sue Grimwood shares how she helps travellers see Antarctica differently. From iconic wildlife encounters to remote landings few ever reach, she explains how Steppes designs journeys with added depth and purpose. Her insight shows why expert guidance matters in unlocking the full experience of the White Continent.
Here, silence is broken only by calving ice, penguins gather in vast colonies, and each itinerary is shaped to give you a more meaningful perspective on the world’s last great wilderness.
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These experiences are just the tip of the iceberg; our experts have plenty more up their sleeves.
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Sylvia Earle
Named after legendary marine biologist, oceanographer, explorer and author, the Sylvia Earle pays tribute to its namesake’s long standing commitment to conservation and the protection of ocean wildlife. At the cutting edge of nautical technology, the…
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Magellan Explorer
The Magellan Explorer launched in December 2019 specialises in fly-cruise itineraries to Antarctica. During Antarctic fly cruise itineraries the ship will operate with a maximum of 76 passengers. Specific measures have been taken to minimize Magellan…
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Greg Mortimer
Launched in October 2019, the Greg Mortimer is a purpose-built expedition vessel that features a revolutionary X-Bow design. One of the most dynamic and state of the art ships on the seas, it is designed to…
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MS Seaventure
The Seaventure has capacity for a maximum of 139 passengers in five different cabin categories. She carries a fleet of 14 zodiacs and has 16 highly experienced expedition staff. All of the outside cabins are well…
Meet our experts
A passion for travel runs right through every one of our experts - meaning they're always ready with first-hand insight about their specialist countries.
Sue Grimwood
The vast continent of Antarctica is Sue’s happy place. Immune to the pungent smell of penguin poo and the halitosis of elephant seals, she fell in love with its seemingly endless snowscapes, icebergs the size of stadiums and fascinating history of the explorers.
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Roxy Dukes
My specialist areas are the Americas and polar regions, where I’ve formed lasting connections with both the land and its people. Known for bringing these wild places to life, I design immersive programmes that go beyond the ordinary, helping my clients to connect with nature in a deep and meaningful way.
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John Faithfull
It is not often that John struggles with words, but this is a destination that left him speechless.
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