Having explored the White Continent since 2019, Scenic has established itself as a leader in all-inclusive ultra-luxury expedition cruising, combining cutting-edge technology with immersive discovery experiences.
This season will see the debut of the new Scenic Neptune, a U-Boat Worx submersible aboard Scenic Eclipse, allowing guests to dive beneath Antarctica’s pristine surface — an experience available to only a handful of explorers worldwide. Travellers can also opt for private jet transfers from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia, ensuring a seamless and exclusive journey to the expedition embarkation point.
Purpose-built for polar exploration, the Scenic Discovery Yachts carry a maximum of 200 guests in Antarctica and are equipped with two helicopters, a submersible, a fleet of Zodiacs and kayaks. These vessels enable guests to explore iceberg-laden bays, encounter penguin colonies, and observe whales and seals in their natural habitat — before returning to the comfort of an all-inclusive ultra-luxury environment.
Scenic Eclipse will offer select departures featuring exclusive helicopter excursions to the Emperor penguin colony at Snow Hill Island — one of Antarctica’s most extraordinary wildlife encounters, available only on limited voyages. Meanwhile, Scenic Eclipse II will explore East Antarctica and the Ross Sea, with itineraries highlighting historic exploration sites, remote bays, and diverse wildlife.
Guests on the Antarctica’s Ross Sea: Majestic Ice & Wildlife voyage can book a helicopter flight to view or land at the McMurdo Dry Valleys and the Ross Sea Ice Shelf — one of the most spectacular glacial regions on Earth.
Scenic’s all-inclusive Discovery Yacht voyages include transfers and a commercial flight from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia, with an optional private jet upgrade available for 2026/27 voyages. Passengers boarding from a dedicated terminal can enjoy priority transfers, in-flight Wi-Fi and an exclusive journey for up to 10 guests, cutting travel time to under four hours.
Travellers can also extend their journey with Scenic’s South America land itineraries, including tours of Iguazú Falls, Patagonia’s national parks, Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro, combining cultural exploration and luxury travel at a relaxed pace.
Jason Flesher, Director of Discovery Operations, said Scenic’s approach to exploration offers “a four-dimensional view of Antarctica.”
“Scenic Discovery Yachts are truly unique, offering something no other operator or expedition ship can — a four-dimensional view of Antarctica,” Mr Flesher said.
“From soaring above in our custom-designed Scenic helicopters, to exploring below the surface in the Scenic Neptune submersibles, to discovering on the water by Zodiac, kayak, or paddleboard, and venturing on land — all in a single day. It’s an unmatched way to experience the world from every perspective.”
Anthony Laver, Scenic Group General Manager Sales and Marketing APAC, said the new offerings reflect Scenic’s continued innovation in expedition cruising.
“With over five years of continuous operations in Antarctica, the Scenic Discovery Yachts fleet has set the benchmark for all-inclusive expedition cruising,” Mr Laver said.
“These enhancements reflect our commitment to delivering unmatched ultra-luxury experiences for our guests.”
For more information, visit [scenic.com.au](https://www.scenic.com.au).
