Ross Sea Antarctica Cruises | Heritage Expeditions

Expedition cruise to one of the most remote places on Earth, and one of the world’s last pristine ecosystems, into the ‘heart of Antarctica,’ the Ross Sea. Due to the pack ice, access to the Ross Sea is limited to just two months, January and February when wildlife thrives. Cruise from New Zealand and walk on the ice with Emperor Penguins, visit the world’s largest and oldest Adélie penguin colony, and observe Snow Petrels, Southern Fulmars and many more species of bird. Enjoy magnificent whale watching opportunities including Minke, Orca and Southern Right Whales which feed in these nutrient-rich waters. Explore massive penguin rookeries and witness the astounding Ross Ice Shelf and enormous icebergs. Step inside the historic huts of Shackleton and Scott, observe Mt Erebus and visit McMurdo Station and Scott Base (weather permitting). Each day is an epic adventure of discovery – as seen on documentary travel shows Go Further South and Antarctica from Above. Join us, New Zealand's family-owned and operated pioneering expedition cruise company, as we explore the Ross Sea and Subantarctic Islands aboard our luxury 140-guest flagship. Heritage Expeditions is the most experienced Ross Sea and Subantarctic operator with more than 35 years of experience exploring these regions. Purpose-built for adventure, Heritage Adventurer, boasts the highest passenger ship ice class rating (1A Super) and has a fleet of Zodiacs for landings and excursions. Visit our website to learn more: https://www.heritage-expeditions.com/destinations/antarctica-travel/