Ponant: Le Soleal
Scott & Shackleton’s Antarctic - Ross Sea Expedition
Dunedin Return
21 Nights:
2026: 16 January
2027: 25 January
Embark on an extraordinary adventure to the seldom visited Ross Sea from New Zealand and walk in the footsteps of legendary polar explorers on this exciting expedition.
Join your expedition team to explore this remarkable region, immersing yourself in its rich history and extraordinary natural environment, all set against one of the planet’s most pristine and awe-inspiring backdrops. Witness the world’s largest Adélie penguin colonies, glide past colossal icebergs and roaring glaciers on a zodiac excursion, or catch sight of Weddell seals lounging or hunting on the ice floes. Weather permitting, you may also have the chance to visit historic landmarks such as Sir Ernest Shackleton’s hut at Cape Royds, where you can reflect on the daring polar expeditions undertaken by some of history’s most courageous explorers.
Ponant Cruise Inclusions:
All meals
Open Bar: featuring a wide selection of drinks (mineral water, soft drinks, wine, beer, Charles Heidsieck champagne, spirits, coffee, tea)
Presentations by onboard experts and guides
Activities offered during expedition cruises
Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the ship
Pricing:
From AU$33,060 per person in Superior Stateroom
Pricing is based on twin share in AUD on the January 2027 sailing.
For alternative cabins categories and your preferred dates please talk to your Our Cruise Specialists
21 Nights – Scott & Shackleton’s Antarctic - Ross Sea Expedition:
Day 1. Embark: Dunedin
Day 2. At Sea
Day 3. Enderby Island, Auckland Islands
Day 4. At Sea
Day 5. At Sea
Day 6. At Sea
Day 7. Ross Sea Region
Day 8. Ross Sea Region
Day 9. Ross Sea Region
Day 10. Ross Sea Region
Day 11. Ross Sea Region
Day 12. Ross Sea Region
Day 13. Ross Sea Region
Day 14. Ross Sea Region
Day 15. At Sea
Day 16. At Sea
Day 17. At Sea
Day 18. Macquarie Island
Day 19. At Sea
Day 20. Snares Islands
Day 21. At Sea
Day 22. Disembark: Dunedin
Itineraries may be changed at the cruise lines discretion
Le Soleal has an elegant appearance and refined interior design combined with cutting-edge technology to offer a new type of cruising: adventure in a luxury setting. She conveys the French art of living to all the oceans of the world.
Our Cruise Conditions:
YOUR PAYMENTS TO OUR WORLD LTD ARE PROTECTED BY TAANZ. Unless otherwise stated, prices include SHARE TWIN / DOUBLE cabins and inclusions as specified. Special conditions apply for all Bonus Inclusions. Prices are in Australian dollars and subject to currency fluctuations and are for payment by direct deposit into our New Zealand bank account. Q Card & Credit Card prices are available on application. A cruise deposit will be required and time of booking. Amendment and cancellation fees do apply and can be up to 100% after booking is confirmed. Our prices exclude international airfares unless otherwise stated, however should airfares be purchased they are usually non-refundable, non-transferable, name changes are not permitted, include all prepayable airline surcharges, levies and airport taxes, require full payment for ticketing purposes at time of booking, and additional airfare rules will apply – please contact our specialists for more information. Our cruise deals are capacity controlled and restrictions may apply, and accommodation & airfares may not be available at time of booking. Images displayed are indicative and will vary by ship and cabin. Prices were correct as at 23 December 2024 and are subject to change without notification and our Website Conditions & Booking Conditions apply.