Antarctica. The only continent with no permanent human residents. The perfect makings for one of the world's greatest adventures.
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When you think of expedition cruising you might not initially think of HX (short for HX Expeditions). However, as I recently learned, everyone should: in fact, they are the original expedition cruise line. They have been guiding curious travelers on mindful adventures since 1896. (Today, more travelers go with them to the far reaches of the globe than other expedition company.)
As the leader, they are the experts in the quintessential expedition destination, Antarctica—a vast realm of glaciers, ice fields, and soaring white peaks, where penguins roam undisturbed and whales carve through subzero waters.
Setting foot on Antarctica is a dream for many of my clients, but reality for few. Take a look below and let me know if you are interested in being one of those few. I highly recommend it! I'm here to help!
What is it like to spend a day in Antarctica on an expedition cruise with HX? Nothing can really prepare you for the experience of reaching the White Continent for the first time, but we can at least try and give you a sense of what it’s like. Runtime: 1 min.
Spend a magical night camping in a tent on the shore in Antarctica. In the style of the early explorers, HX uses its specialized equipment to sleep under the stars for this once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Hear the beautiful 'symphony of the ice' as you glide silently past nature's frozen works of art in a sea kayak. Designed for close-up polar exploration, there's no better way to encounter the wildlife of Antarctica and to enjoy its soul-stirring scenery.
When the conditions are right, snowshoes are perfect for crossing the frozen terrain on foot. HX's modern equipment makes it easy to walk on the soft snow, and the snow conditions are usually best during late spring and early summer Antarctica cruises.
HX's smaller, nimbler expedition boats are perfect for exploring the ice floes, spotting seals and penguins, and landing in remote areas to explore on foot. Then return to your stylish and comfortable expedition ship to relax and refuel before your next adventure.
A cruise to Antarctica with HX Expeditions includes everything from daily excursions and activities to our onboard Science Center, meals, gratuities, drinks, and more. All designed to give you the expedition experience of a lifetime.
Food
Enjoy daily culinary adventures in our onboard restaurants. Here you’ll be served beautifully prepared meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner, starting with a generous morning buffet and ending with an exquisite dinner, prepared with fresh ingredients by our onboard chefs.
Drinks
Your day begins with freshly brewed coffee and tea, followed by a selection of hot and cold drinks available at all times. After a day on the ice, relax with a glass of wine or beer, or toast your voyage with an expertly mixed cocktail. Drinks are served all day and evening at no additional cost (excluding premium drinks).
Activities
Every day, you’ll be joined by our Expedition Team. Our guides are carefully chosen experts in fields like natural history and climate science, and they’ll lead you on hikes, community visits and small boat trips, offering vital information and insight all the way. They’ll also deliver fascinating talks in our onboard lecture hall, accompany you in our Science Center and brief you on the next day’s schedule.
A stay onboard any HX ship is unforgettable. Whether you choose to voyage on MS Roald Amundsen, MS Fridtjof Nansen, or MS Fram, our entire fleet has been designed to give you the very best expedition experience, as sustainably as we can. As the world’s largest provider of Antarctic expeditions, we offer the perfect balance of intrepid adventure, luxurious comfort, and mindful travel that makes a vacation unlike any other.
With HX Expeditions, you’ll enjoy a taste of luxury every time you step on board. Our spacious suites include private balconies, walk-in closets, unlimited access to fine dining, and complimentary laundry. All designed to envelop you in comfort and relaxation, allowing you to reflect peacefully on the day’s discoveries and gather your energy for the next.
Our restaurants offer a wide range of delicious modern dishes, all prepared onboard using fresh ingredients. Our expert chefs bring their passion for food and travel to the table, incorporating local additions where possible, and working to keep their kitchens and creations sustainable.
After hours of trekking over ice and sailing frozen seas, thawing out in our sauna or relaxing in our spa are two perfect ways to celebrate a day well spent. All ships include an outdoor hot tub and have a pool, while others offer massages and beauty treatments. All well-deserved and welcome before the next day’s adventures.
An expedition to Antarctica is bound to inspire your curiosity and our Science & Education Program allows you to dig deeper.
At HX Expeditions, we have over 20 years of experience supporting the study and research of Antarctica. We work with universities, scientists and organizations to facilitate world-leading research, from the impact of climate change to the migratory patterns of marine life. We even contribute meteorological observations as part of our partnership with NASA.
When you join an HX expedition, you’re welcome to be led by your own curiosity. Experts will join us to give lectures or workshops, there’ll be opportunities to contribute to Citizen Science Projects and you can spend time in the Science Center to examine samples and find out more about everything you’ve seen and experienced.
Since 1896, HX's ships have been a hallmark of the Norwegian coast & beyond. On all of the ships in today’s fleet you will find modern facilities carefully blended with true character.
Explore HX's five ships: MS Fram, MS Fridtjof Nansen, MS Roald Amundsen, MS Santa Cruz II and MS Spitsbergen.
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