Aurora Expeditions

Aurora Expeditions Life-Changing Expedition travel to the polar regions and other wild & remote places. Travel with a positive impact - B Corp™ Certified.

We invite you to look back on our days crossing the Northwest Passage from the 21st of August to the 16th of September a...
20/09/2026

We invite you to look back on our days crossing the Northwest Passage from the 21st of August to the 16th of September aboard the Greg Mortimer.

Polar bears on glaciers. Belugas by the hundreds. Children singing in Uummannaq. Community welcomes, Arctic stories, music in the lounge and friendships formed along the way.

For 27 days, the Northwest Passage reminded us that the greatest journeys are made up of countless small moments. Thank you for sharing them with us.

📸 Tammy MacKenzie

Some places still feel truly wild. Svalbard is one of them ❄️🐻‍❄️An Arctic realm shaped entirely by ice, sea, and time. ...
19/09/2026

Some places still feel truly wild. Svalbard is one of them ❄️🐻‍❄️

An Arctic realm shaped entirely by ice, sea, and time. On this expedition, we navigate spectacular fjords, wander tundra dotted with seasonal wildflowers, and keep watch for the incredible wildlife that thrives in the extreme.

Whether you’re kayaking through quiet waters, exploring on a tundra walk, or taking the ultimate polar plunge, this isn't about just visiting nature. It's about witnessing one of the world's last great wildernesses, completely on its own terms.

Explore more: https://aurora-expeditions.pulse.ly/ei5eew0fom

📸 Basil Haseeb

18/09/2026

How do you explain a place where the scale is so vast, the quiet so absolute, and the wildlife so completely untamed? You just have to let the ancient ice and the stillness speak for itself. ❄️✨

📸 Nicholas Spooner Rodie

17/09/2026

AND REPEAT 🔁

Most travelers return from remote regions with photos. True explorers return with a responsibility to protect them.

This is the Aurora ambassador mindset. It is the understanding that visiting pristine environments like Antarctica or the Arctic is a privilege that comes with a duty.

During a voyage, passengers transition from passive observers to active contributors. Onboard citizen science programs allow everyone to participate in critical research, from tracking whale migration patterns to collecting phytoplankton samples that help scientists understand ocean health.

The commitment to preservation starts immediately. For each passenger, we fund the planting of one unit of new life in the ocean and the removal of one kilogram of ocean-bound waste.

The goal is to return home with both unforgettable memories and a lifelong dedication to advocating for the wild places of our planet.

Read more about purpose here through our link in bio.

On our inaugural Epic Antarctica expedition aboard the Douglas Mawson last season, the Subantarctic's Royal, Snares, and...
16/09/2026

On our inaugural Epic Antarctica expedition aboard the Douglas Mawson last season, the Subantarctic's Royal, Snares, and King penguins were among the first species that our expeditioners' ticked off their Penguin Bingo (Pingo!) cards. But, before they could cap their pens they were also ticking off hoihos, macaronis, chinstraps, Adelies, gentoos and emperors, bringing the expedition's total to 9 of the world's 18 penguin species – a pingtastic result all round!

What's your dream penguin species to spot in the wild?

Visit East Antarctica with us: https://aurora-expeditions.pulse.ly/rwf3s14ifl

📸 Rachelle Mackintosh

We had such a memorable voyage through some truly specactular Greek Islands from 29 Aug. to 9 Sep. aboard the Douglas Ma...
14/09/2026

We had such a memorable voyage through some truly specactular Greek Islands from 29 Aug. to 9 Sep. aboard the Douglas Mawson.

We visited the medieval village of Mesta on Chios, explored the islands of Patmos, Rhodes, and Santorini, and enjoyed Greek folklore, local w**e tastings, traditional cuisine and visits to ancient sites including Knossos, Akrotiri and Mycenae.

📸 Pia Harboure

There is a specific kind of silence that only exists when you are paddling at water level.On a ship, you observe the lan...
13/09/2026

There is a specific kind of silence that only exists when you are paddling at water level.

On a ship, you observe the landscape. In a kayak, you feel its presence.

In the Arctic, this means gliding alongside towering icebergs and hearing the deep crackle of ancient ice melting from nearby glaciers. It is a visceral, humbling experience of scale.

A kayak allows you to glide into remote bays and witness coastal ecosystems without disturbing the wildlife. You observe nature on its own terms.

Save this post to your travel bucket list for when you are ready to plan your next sea kayaking expedition.

Full details on our kayaking program can be found here: https://aurora-expeditions.pulse.ly/wr5zturpuj

📸 Basil Haseeb

What if a destination could be understood entirely through its flavors? 🍷🫒🛳️On Sailing the Med: A Mediterranean Feast, c...
12/09/2026

What if a destination could be understood entirely through its flavors? 🍷🫒🛳️

On Sailing the Med: A Mediterranean Feast, centuries of maritime trade, deep-rooted culture, and culinary heritage converge into a single, sensory voyage. From the sun-warmed terroirs of Sicily to the rugged, aromatic shores of Corsica, every harbor offers an intimate taste of its history.

Sip crisp Vermentino in Sardinia, uncover the complex spice markets of Tangier, and savor woodfired delicacies where centuries-old traditions are quietly preserved by local families. This is not merely a cruise; it is an expedition into the Mediterranean's most delicious stories.

Learn more about these tasty stops here: https://aurora-expeditions.pulse.ly/qykihvxpzf

📸 Vilija Valeisaite, Stock Birken, Alessio Roversi & Anastase Maragos

10/09/2026

There is nothing quite like the energy of the Mediterranean, and our expedition guides are soaking it all in.

We caught up with them mid-journey to capture their excitement of exploring these legendary shores. From wandering coastal paths to exploring quiet streets, here is what our team has been loving!

👉 Ready to experience the magic for yourself? Discover our upcoming Mediterranean voyages for next season here: https://aurora-expeditions.pulse.ly/zh6lqyqpw6

📸 Tamsin Both

09/09/2026

Antarctica often feels like a world frozen in time, yet Deception Island tells a much more restless story. Looking out across its quiet waters, you might only see a peaceful sanctuary. In reality, you are floating inside a massive, flooded volcanic crater spanning nearly 16 kilometers (10 miles) wide.

This unique geology made the island one of the safest natural harbors on the frozen continent. Decades ago, it served as a busy, gritty hub for whaling. But the earth here refuses to remain quiet. In the late 1960s, a series of volcanic eruptions and earthquakes reshaped the entire landscape for the scientists who study this remarkable place.

📸 The Nature Educator

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