Embrace the spirit of polar exploration on this classic expedition to the coveted white continent. Sail across the famed Drake Passage, admiring spectacular seabirds and approaching the ice as the explorers of old did: by sea. With a chance to Zodiac-cruise through pack ice, set foot on the continent, choose from a range of adventure options and even perhaps camp under pastel polar skies, this is the quintessential Antarctic voyage for adventure lovers.
Day 1 Arrival airport transfer and overnight in Ushuaia
Day 2 Embarkation Day
Day 3 Drake Passage Crossing
Day 4 Drake Passage & South Shetland Islands
Day 5-9 Antarctic Peninsula
Day 10-11 Drake Passage crossing
Day 12 Disembark Ushuaia
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Vessel Type: Small Ship Expedition
Passenger Capacity: 154
Lenght: 104.4 m
Built: 2025
Setting sail in 2025, the Douglas Mawson is the latest addition to Aurora Expeditions’ fleet of purpose-built small ships, designed for global discovery and adventure in comfort. Named after the pioneering Australian geologist and explorer, this state-of-the-art vessel combines cutting-edge technology with elegant design, featuring the revolutionary Ulstein X-BOW® for smoother sailing and enhanced sustainability. With space for up to 154 guests (130 on expedition voyages), it offers an intimate and environmentally conscious cruising experience. Multiple observation areas, a heated pool, Jacuzzis, and a sauna ensure guests enjoy both exploration and relaxation in equal measure.
On board, passengers can delve deeper into their destinations through engaging lectures in the theatre, hands-on learning in the Citizen Science Centre, and peaceful moments in the library or observation lounge. Dining is relaxed and sociable, with open seating, hearty cuisine, and complimentary beverages with dinner. Accommodation options range from luxurious suites with private balconies to well-appointed solo staterooms, catering to every traveller’s style and comfort. Whether navigating the polar regions or exploring the British Isles and Mediterranean, the Douglas Mawson delivers the perfect balance of adventure, discovery, and refined small-ship luxury.
Deck: 3 Cabin size: 22.57m² (242.9ft²) King bed Twin beds Private en-suite Porthole window Closet space Room-controlled thermostat Room safe 42" flat-screen TV Mini bar
Price: $18895 USD
Deck: 3 Cabin size: 15.37m² - 15.97m² (165.4ft² - 171.9ft²) King bed Twin beds Private en-suite Porthole window Desk area Closet space Room-controlled thermostat Room safe 42" flat-screen TV Mini bar
Price: $19495 USD
Deck: 7 Cabin size: 13.97m² - 16.17m² (150.4ft² - 174.1ft²) King bed Twin beds Private en-suite French balcony Desk area Closet space Room-controlled thermostat Room safe 42" flat-screen TV Mini bar
Price: $20595 USD
Deck: 4 & 6 Cabin and balcony combined size: 21.07m² - 26.77m² (226.8ft² - 288.2ft²) King bed Twin beds Private en-suite Private balcony Full size window Desk area Closet space Room-controlled thermostat Room safe 42" flat-screen TV Mini bar
Price: $21195 USD
Deck: 4 & 6 Cabin and balcony combined size: 21.07m² - 26.77m² (226.8ft² - 288.2ft²) King bed Twin beds Private en-suite Private balcony Full size window Desk area Closet space Room-controlled thermostat Room safe 42" flat-screen TV Mini bar
Price: $22295 USD
Deck: 3 Cabin size: 9.85m² (106ft²) Twin beds Private en-suite Porthole window Closet space Room-controlled thermostat Room safe 42" flat-screen TV Mini bar
Price: $22795 USD
Deck: 4 & 6 Cabin and balcony combined size: 21.07m² - 26.77m² (226.8ft² - 288.2ft²) King bed Twin beds Private en-suite Private balcony Full size window Desk area Closet space Room-controlled thermostat Room safe 42" flat-screen TV Mini bar
Price: $23895 USD
Deck: 3 & 7 Cabin size: 10.97m² - 15.18m² (118.1ft² - 163.4ft²) Twin beds Private en-suite Porthole window Closet space Room-controlled thermostat Room safe 42" flat-screen TV Mini bar
Price: $24995 USD
Deck: 4 & 6 Cabin and balcony combined size: 27.77m² - 36.27m² (298.9ft² - 390.4ft²) King bed Twin beds Private en-suite (wheelchair accessible) Private balcony Full size window Desk area Closet space Room-controlled thermostat Room safe 42" flat-screen TV Mini bar
Price: $26095 USD
Deck: 7 Cabin and balcony combined size: 41.47m² - 41.87m² (446.4ft² - 450.7ft²) King bed Twin beds Private en-suite Private balcony Full size window Separate lounge area Desk area Closet space Room-controlled thermostat Room safe 42" flat-screen TV Mini bar
Price: $31095 USD
Deck: 4 Cabin and balcony combined size: 45.22m² (486.7ft²) King bed Twin beds Private en-suite Private balcony Full size window Separate lounge area Desk area Closet space Room-controlled thermostat Room safe 42" flat-screen TV Mini bar
Price: $35595 USD
In Partnership with New Scientist New Scientist is the number one destination for anyone interested in science and technology. Founded in 1956, it covers international news from a scientific standpoint and asks the big-picture questions about life, the universe and what it means to be human. If someone in the world has a good idea, you will read about it in New Scientist. Its travel wing, New Scientist Discovery Tours, offers a unique way to explore the world. The science-inspired tours, cruises, expeditions and short breaks are perfect for anyone who is driven by curiosity. Being surrounded by like-minded travellers and accompanying experts from New Scientist enhances the experience, allowing for rich discussions and a deep understanding of the destinations. Aurora Expeditions has teamed up with New Scientist Discovery Tours to deliver polar cruise experiences where you will not only explore the breathtaking scenery and wildlife, but also enrich your understanding through expert-led talks, workshops and floating safaris. Whether you are up close with a glacier, observing a polar bear or sailing around an iceberg, New Scientist’s engaging experts will help you make the most of the experience.
With a bit more room to stretch the legs, the Aurora Stateroom Superior are perfect for polar adventurers who travel with plenty of gear. Located on Deck 7, the Staterooms feature french balconies, floor to ceiling windows, en-suite bathrooms and a comfortable desk area.
Price: $21695 USD
Cabin & balcony combined size: 21m2 - 24.8m2 We have three cabin categories of our Balcony Staterooms. These are classified as A, B or C depending on the cabin size. Our 11 Balcony Stateroom – C cabins are our most economical, fitted with all the necessities and comfortable for up to 2 people. These cabins are scattered throughout Deck 6.
Price: $22295 USD
Cabin & balcony combined size: 21m2 - 24.8 m2 We have three cabin categories of our Balcony Staterooms. These are classified as A, B or C depending on the cabin size. Our 17 Balcony Stateroom – B Cabins are our standard cabin, many fitted with interconnecting features making them great for families or groups. These cabins are located at the fore and aft of Deck 4 and 6.
Price: $23495 USD
Cabin & balcony combined size: 21m² - 24.8m² We have three cabin categories of our Balcony Staterooms. These are classified as A, B or C depending on the cabin size. Our 23 Balcony Stateroom – A cabins are our premium cabin, and the most abundant on board. These cabins are located in preferred positions on Deck 4 and 6 which provides easy access between Decks via the internal stairs or elevator.
Price: $25295 USD
Cabin & balcony combined size: 28m2 - 37.7m2 With a bit more room to stretch the legs, the Balcony Stateroom Superior cabins are perfect for polar adventurers who travel with plenty of gear. Located on Deck 4 and 6, the Staterooms feature floor to ceiling windows, en-suite bathrooms and a comfortable desk area. Some of these rooms are equipped with wheelchair accessible bathrooms.
Price: $27595 USD
Cabin & balcony combined size: 42m2 - 43.5m2 The four Junior Suites take in some impressive scenery from their vantage points on Deck 7. When you aren't enjoying a landing, you can relax in the suites' separate lounge area, or just watch the world float by from the private balcony.
Price: $32895 USD
Cabin & balcony combined size: 44.5m2 The largest of all our rooms, the singular Captain's Suite will take you to the polar regions in ultimate style and comfort. Complete with large lounge area, balcony, walk-in wardrobe and en-suite, you'll need to get in early to secure this suite.
Price: $37595 USD
Deck: 3 Cabin size: 22.57m² (242.9ft²) King bed Twin beds Private en-suite Porthole window Closet space Room-controlled thermostat Room safe 42" flat-screen TV Mini bar
Price: $19195 USD
Deck: 3 Cabin size: 15.37m² - 15.97m² (165.4ft² - 171.9ft²) King bed Twin beds Private en-suite Porthole window Desk area Closet space Room-controlled thermostat Room safe 42" flat-screen TV Mini bar
Price: $19695 USD
Deck: 7 Cabin size: 13.97m² - 16.17m² (150.4ft² - 174.1ft²) King bed Twin beds Private en-suite French balcony Desk area Closet space Room-controlled thermostat Room safe 42" flat-screen TV Mini bar
Price: $20895 USD
Deck: 4 & 6 Cabin and balcony combined size: 21.07m² - 26.77m² (226.8ft² - 288.2ft²) King bed Twin beds Private en-suite Private balcony Full size window Desk area Closet space Room-controlled thermostat Room safe 42" flat-screen TV Mini bar
Price: $21395 USD
Deck: 4 & 6 Cabin and balcony combined size: 21.07m² - 26.77m² (226.8ft² - 288.2ft²) King bed Twin beds Private en-suite Private balcony Full size window Desk area Closet space Room-controlled thermostat Room safe 42" flat-screen TV Mini bar
Price: $22495 USD
Deck: 3 Cabin size: 9.85m² (106ft²) Twin beds Private en-suite Porthole window Closet space Room-controlled thermostat Room safe 42" flat-screen TV Mini bar
Price: $23095 USD
Deck: 4 & 6 Cabin and balcony combined size: 21.07m² - 26.77m² (226.8ft² - 288.2ft²) King bed Twin beds Private en-suite Private balcony Full size window Desk area Closet space Room-controlled thermostat Room safe 42" flat-screen TV Mini bar
Price: $24195 USD
Deck: 3 & 7 Cabin size: 10.97m² - 15.18m² (118.1ft² - 163.4ft²) Twin beds Private en-suite Porthole window Closet space Room-controlled thermostat Room safe 42" flat-screen TV Mini bar
Price: $25395 USD
Deck: 4 & 6 Cabin and balcony combined size: 27.77m² - 36.27m² (298.9ft² - 390.4ft²) King bed Twin beds Private en-suite (wheelchair accessible) Private balcony Full size window Desk area Closet space Room-controlled thermostat Room safe 42" flat-screen TV Mini bar
Price: $26495 USD
Deck: 7 Cabin and balcony combined size: 41.47m² - 41.87m² (446.4ft² - 450.7ft²) King bed Twin beds Private en-suite Private balcony Full size window Separate lounge area Desk area Closet space Room-controlled thermostat Room safe 42" flat-screen TV Mini bar
Price: $31495 USD
Deck: 4 Cabin and balcony combined size: 45.22m² (486.7ft²) King bed Twin beds Private en-suite Private balcony Full size window Separate lounge area Desk area Closet space Room-controlled thermostat Room safe 42" flat-screen TV Mini bar
Price: $35995 USD
Deck: 3 Cabin size: 22.57m² (242.9ft²) King bed Twin beds Private en-suite Porthole window Closet space Room-controlled thermostat Room safe 42" flat-screen TV Mini bar
Price: $18295 USD
Deck: 3 Cabin size: 15.37m² - 15.97m² (165.4ft² - 171.9ft²) King bed Twin beds Private en-suite Porthole window Desk area Closet space Room-controlled thermostat Room safe 42" flat-screen TV Mini bar
Price: $18895 USD
Deck: 7 Cabin size: 13.97m² - 16.17m² (150.4ft² - 174.1ft²) King bed Twin beds Private en-suite French balcony Desk area Closet space Room-controlled thermostat Room safe 42" flat-screen TV Mini bar
Price: $19895 USD
Deck: 4 & 6 Cabin and balcony combined size: 21.07m² - 26.77m² (226.8ft² - 288.2ft²) King bed Twin beds Private en-suite Private balcony Full size window Desk area Closet space Room-controlled thermostat Room safe 42" flat-screen TV Mini bar
Price: $20495 USD
Deck: 4 & 6 Cabin and balcony combined size: 21.07m² - 26.77m² (226.8ft² - 288.2ft²) King bed Twin beds Private en-suite Private balcony Full size window Desk area Closet space Room-controlled thermostat Room safe 42" flat-screen TV Mini bar
Price: $21495 USD
Deck: 3 Cabin size: 9.85m² (106ft²) Twin beds Private en-suite Porthole window Closet space Room-controlled thermostat Room safe 42" flat-screen TV Mini bar
Price: $22095 USD
Deck: 4 & 6 Cabin and balcony combined size: 21.07m² - 26.77m² (226.8ft² - 288.2ft²) King bed Twin beds Private en-suite Private balcony Full size window Desk area Closet space Room-controlled thermostat Room safe 42" flat-screen TV Mini bar
Price: $23195 USD
Deck: 3 & 7 Cabin size: 10.97m² - 15.18m² (118.1ft² - 163.4ft²) Twin beds Private en-suite Porthole window Closet space Room-controlled thermostat Room safe 42" flat-screen TV Mini bar
Price: $24195 USD
Deck: 4 & 6 Cabin and balcony combined size: 27.77m² - 36.27m² (298.9ft² - 390.4ft²) King bed Twin beds Private en-suite (wheelchair accessible) Private balcony Full size window Desk area Closet space Room-controlled thermostat Room safe 42" flat-screen TV Mini bar
Price: $25295 USD
Deck: 7 Cabin and balcony combined size: 41.47m² - 41.87m² (446.4ft² - 450.7ft²) King bed Twin beds Private en-suite Private balcony Full size window Separate lounge area Desk area Closet space Room-controlled thermostat Room safe 42" flat-screen TV Mini bar
Price: $30095 USD
Deck: 4 Cabin and balcony combined size: 45.22m² (486.7ft²) King bed Twin beds Private en-suite Private balcony Full size window Separate lounge area Desk area Closet space Room-controlled thermostat Room safe 42" flat-screen TV Mini bar
Price: $34395 USD
With a bit more room to stretch the legs, the Aurora Stateroom Superior are perfect for polar adventurers who travel with plenty of gear. Located on Deck 7, the Staterooms feature french balconies, floor to ceiling windows, en-suite bathrooms and a comfortable desk area.
Price: $18095 USD
Cabin & balcony combined size: 21m2 - 24.8m2 We have three cabin categories of our Balcony Staterooms. These are classified as A, B or C depending on the cabin size. Our 11 Balcony Stateroom – C cabins are our most economical, fitted with all the necessities and comfortable for up to 2 people. These cabins are scattered throughout Deck 6.
Price: $18595 USD
Cabin & balcony combined size: 21m2 - 24.8 m2 We have three cabin categories of our Balcony Staterooms. These are classified as A, B or C depending on the cabin size. Our 17 Balcony Stateroom – B Cabins are our standard cabin, many fitted with interconnecting features making them great for families or groups. These cabins are located at the fore and aft of Deck 4 and 6.
Price: $19495 USD
Cabin & balcony combined size: 21m² - 24.8m² We have three cabin categories of our Balcony Staterooms. These are classified as A, B or C depending on the cabin size. Our 23 Balcony Stateroom – A cabins are our premium cabin, and the most abundant on board. These cabins are located in preferred positions on Deck 4 and 6 which provides easy access between Decks via the internal stairs or elevator.
Price: $20995 USD
Cabin & balcony combined size: 28m2 - 37.7m2 With a bit more room to stretch the legs, the Balcony Stateroom Superior cabins are perfect for polar adventurers who travel with plenty of gear. Located on Deck 4 and 6, the Staterooms feature floor to ceiling windows, en-suite bathrooms and a comfortable desk area. Some of these rooms are equipped with wheelchair accessible bathrooms.
Price: $22995 USD
Cabin & balcony combined size: 42m2 - 43.5m2 The four Junior Suites take in some impressive scenery from their vantage points on Deck 7. When you aren't enjoying a landing, you can relax in the suites' separate lounge area, or just watch the world float by from the private balcony.
Price: $27295 USD
Cabin & balcony combined size: 44.5m2 The largest of all our rooms, the singular Captain's Suite will take you to the polar regions in ultimate style and comfort. Complete with large lounge area, balcony, walk-in wardrobe and en-suite, you'll need to get in early to secure this suite.
Price: $31195 USD
