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Expedition Departure · 12 days Available

Expedition to Antarctica: Weddell Sea cruise SH Minerva Jan 23, 2027 – Feb 3, 2027

Cabin offers

Cabin Occupancy Price (per person) Availability Action
Balcony
Balcony Best price
25 m² 2–3 guests

Staterooms on decks 5-6 (site tiers Balcony D5, Balcony M5 and Balcony D6) with two single beds or a double bed, bedroom with living-room area, luxurious bathroom and a 5 m² private balcony.

In your cabin 16
  • 5 m² private balcony
  • Two single beds or a double bed
  • Bedroom with living room area
  • Flame-effect fireplace
  • Luxurious bathroom
  • Welcome bottle of Champagne, snacks and well-stocked minibar
  • Illy espresso coffee machine and tea facilities
  • Smart HDTV
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Personal safe
  • Nikon Prostaff 3S 10x42 binoculars
  • Individually-controlled air-conditioning
  • Wardrobe, desk and comfy seating areas
  • Bathroom with glass-enclosed rain shower and Lajatica toiletries
  • Fluffy bathrobes, slippers and hairdryer
  • 24/7 room service
Double
$15,762 €14,100
Available View at operator
Suite
Suite
40 m² 2–3 guests

40 m² suites on decks 5-6 with a king-size bed, separate living room with flame-effect fireplace, ensuite bathroom with separate bath tub and walk-in shower, and a 5-10 m² private balcony.

In your cabin 16
  • 5-10 m² private balcony
  • King size bed
  • Separate living room
  • Flame-effect fireplace
  • Luxurious ensuite bathroom with separate bath tub and walk-in shower
  • Welcome bottle of Champagne, snacks and well-stocked minibar
  • Illy espresso coffee machine and tea facilities
  • Smart HDTV
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Personal safe
  • Nikon Prostaff 3S 10x42 binoculars
  • Individually-controlled air-conditioning
  • Wardrobe, desk and comfy seating areas
  • Bathroom with glass-enclosed rain shower and Lajatica toiletries
  • Fluffy bathrobes, slippers and hairdryer
  • 24/7 room service
Double
$21,240 €19,000
Available View at operator
Premium Suite
Premium Suite
47 m² 2 guests

47 m² top-category suites on deck 6 with a king-size bed, separate living room with flame-effect fireplace, ensuite bathroom with separate bath tub and shower, walk-in wardrobe and an 8-12 m² private balcony.

In your cabin 17
  • 8-12 m² private balcony
  • King size bed
  • Separate living room
  • Flame-effect fireplace
  • Luxurious ensuite bathroom with separate bath tub and shower
  • Walk-in wardrobe
  • Welcome bottle of Champagne, snacks and well-stocked minibar
  • Illy espresso coffee machine and tea facilities
  • Smart HDTV
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Personal safe
  • Nikon Prostaff 3S 10x42 binoculars
  • Individually-controlled air-conditioning
  • Wardrobe, desk and comfy seating areas
  • Bathroom with glass-enclosed rain shower and Lajatica toiletries
  • Fluffy bathrobes, slippers and hairdryer
  • 24/7 room service
Double
$24,314 €21,750
Available View at operator
Oceanview
Oceanview
20 m² 2 guests

Deck 4 staterooms (site tiers Oceanview D4 and Oceanview M4) with two single beds or a double bed, a bedroom with living-room area and a luxurious bathroom; windows rather than balconies.

In your cabin 15
  • Two single beds or a double bed
  • Bedroom with living room area
  • Flame-effect fireplace
  • Luxurious bathroom
  • Welcome bottle of Champagne, snacks and well-stocked minibar
  • Illy espresso coffee machine and tea facilities
  • Smart HDTV
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Personal safe
  • Nikon Prostaff 3S 10x42 binoculars
  • Individually-controlled air-conditioning
  • Wardrobe, desk and comfy seating areas
  • Bathroom with glass-enclosed rain shower and Lajatica toiletries
  • Fluffy bathrobes, slippers and hairdryer
  • 24/7 room service
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Prices are captured from operator websites and may change — the operator's site is authoritative. Captured Nov 2, 2026 06:48 UTC.

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Lowest available price

Cheapest cabin across all tracked offers — 4 price changes since Jul 6, 2026

▲ $699 higher since first tracked
$15,064 ▲ $15,120 ▲ $15,762 ▼ $15,120 ▲ $15,762
Jul 6 Jul 29 Aug 20 Aug 26 Sep 25 today
$15,762 now low $15,064 · high $15,762 Jul 6, 2026 – today

Cheapest per-person price across all cabins and operators, captured over time. Past changes don't predict future prices. · Operator quotes in EUR (from €14,100)

Route 7 waypoints

Itinerary and landing sites are indicative and subject to change based on weather, sea ice, and wildlife conditions.

Daily schedule
DAY 1 Ushuaia Jan 23

Nestled in the foothills of the snow-capped Martial Range, Ushuaia’s colourful streets and mismatched buildings cascade from the imposing mountains before coming to an abrupt halt at the shores of the Beagle Channel. As one of the world’s southernmost cities, Ushuaia carries its ‘end of the world’ reputation well. The moody weather and dramatic surroundings certainly help. Board your boutique ship before departing for your journey through one of the most captivating wilderness regions of the world

DAYS 2–3 Day at sea Jan 24 – 25

Sea days are rarely dull. Take the time to sit back and let the world go by. The ship’s observation decks provide stunning views of the passing ocean. A day at sea gives you the opportunity to mingle with other passengers and share your experiences of this incredible trip or head to our library which is stocked full of reference books. Get an expert’s view in one of our on-board lectures or perhaps perfect your photography skills with invaluable advice from our onboard professional photographers

DAYS 4–9 Antarctic Peninsula Jan 26 – 31

Among captivating glaciers, majestic icebergs and snowy islands, the Antarctic Peninsula is where most visitors to the White Continent live their Antarctica dream. It's the most accessible part, with scientific bases and incredible scenery, like the photogenic Lemaire Channel. Shore excursions might include Mikkelsen Harbour, where among gentoo penguins, snowy sheathbills and skuas, Antarctic Weddell seals haul out

DAYS 10–11 Day at sea Feb 1 – 2

Sea days are rarely dull. Take the time to sit back and let the world go by. The ship’s observation decks provide stunning views of the passing ocean. A day at sea gives you the opportunity to mingle with other passengers and share your experiences of this incredible trip or head to our library which is stocked full of reference books. Get an expert’s view in one of our on-board lectures or perhaps perfect your photography skills with invaluable advice from our onboard professional photographers

DAY 12 Ushuaia Feb 3

Nestled in the foothills of the snow-capped Martial Range, Ushuaia’s colourful streets and mismatched buildings cascade from the imposing mountains before coming to an abrupt halt at the shores of the Beagle Channel. As one of the world’s southernmost cities, Ushuaia carries its ‘end of the world’ reputation well. The moody weather and dramatic surroundings certainly help. Board your boutique ship before departing for your journey through one of the most captivating wilderness regions of the world

Visited Regions

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Polar destination guide

Expedition Overview

SH Minerva
Mid-Size Expedition Ship

SH Minerva

IAATO Category 1 (101–200 guests) — full Category 1 site access via two-group shore & Zodiac rotations

152 guests Ice class PC5 Polar Class 5: Year-round operation in medium first-year ice; heavy polar capability. Built 2021 76 cabins
20–23h 0°C to +7°C 34% sea ice
High Summer · Playful Chicks

January 2027

Warmest temperatures, fluffy penguin chicks forming crèches, and surging whale arrivals.

Playful Chicks Whale Watching Warmest Weather
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Swan Hellenic operates dedicated polar expedition voyages to Antarctica with experienced expedition teams.

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Wildlife on this route

Penguins

Emperor Penguins

The world's largest penguin breeds only in Antarctica's brutal winter. A rare and unforgettable sight.

Penguins

Gentoo Penguin

A stocky, orange-billed penguin of the genus Pygoscelis, closest kin to the Adélie and Chinstrap. Its loud, trumpeting call, delivered with head thrown back, carries across the shoreline colonies where expedition landings are made.

Whales & Dolphins

Humpback Whale

A 14–17 metre baleen whale known for breaching and long pectoral fins, often seen feeding on krill in loose groups along the ice edge.

Whales & Dolphins

Orca

Black and white apex predator instantly recognizable by its pale eye patches, the orca is the largest of the dolphins and one of the ocean's most capable hunters. Sightings often involve a tight-knit family pod working the ice edge together.

Getting ready for this voyage?

Everything worth bringing on an Antarctic expedition — an interactive checklist you can tick off as you pack, keep as a personal link and download as a PDF.

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from $15,762 (€14,100)
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