| Aurora launches 2026/27

AURORA Expeditions has unveiled its new 2026-27 Antarctica season, which will see the introduction of several new special expeditions.

The new season features 27 unique voyages ranging from nine to 34 days, sailing aboard all three of Aurora’s vessels, including the soon-to-debut Douglas Mawson.

Travellers will be able to experience the Antarctic Peninsula, East Antarctica & the Ross Sea, South Georgia, and Falkland Islands.

New for the 2026-27 season is the 10-day taste of Antarctica cruise, which is perfect for time-conscious travellers seeking an introduction to the destination.

Speciality voyages include a photography expedition, a new women’s only voyage aboard Sylvia Earle (pictured), and two trips in partnership with New Scientist Discovery Tours.

Returning for the 2026-27 season are the best-selling ‘Spirit of Antarctica’ and ‘South Georgia, Falklands & Antarctic Odyssey’ itineraries, along with fly-cruises such as the ‘Antarctic Explorer’ and ‘Antarctic Explorer Express.’

The ‘Antarctica Active: All-Inclusive Activities’ voyage also returns, featuring camping, snorkelling, snowshoeing, paddling, and more.

“Antarctica continues to inspire and captivate explorers from all walks of life, and our 2026-27 season is designed to deepen those connections,” Chief Executive Michael Heath said.

“With the addition of new itineraries like ‘Taste of Antarctica’ and a dynamic line-up of themed expeditions, including our new women’s only voyage, and itineraries in partnership with New Scientist, we are thrilled to offer travellers even more ways to immerse themselves in beauty, science, and adventure of Antarctica,” he added.

“This season truly reflects our commitment to creating transformative journeys that leave both our travellers and the destinations they visit enriched.”

Meanwhile, PEPR has been appointed to service Aurora’s local public relations, following the departure of PR Manager Svetlana Monastyrsky. MS