Witnessing a total solar eclipse is truly awesome experience, and 2021 gives you a once in a lifetime opportunity to combine it with an expedition cruise to Antarctica. The eclipse will occur in the Southern Ocean during the early hours of December 4, 2021 and will be visible from a selection of specially designed itineraries to be perfectly positioned for this stellar event. Our cruises have been carefully designed to ensure an uncompromised Antarctic experience as well as giving you the best chance to witness the eclipse. Read our blog on the Solar Eclipse here.Antarctica Solar Eclipse 2021 Cruise Comparison
| Vessel | Cost (from) | Promotion | Days | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sylvia Earle | NZD $31472pp | Exclusive | 16 | 23 Nov 2021 |
| World Explorer | NZD $25354pp | Save 5% |
17 | 26 Nov 2021 |
| Ocean Diamond - Antarctic | NZD $25354pp | Save 10% |
20 | 25 Nov 2021 |
| Ocean Atlantic | NZD $15278pp | Exclusive | 20 | 23 Nov 2021 |
| Le Lyrial | NZD $35263pp | Exclusive | 15 | 28 Nov 2021 |
| Silver Explorer | NZD $32273pp | Exclusive | 14 | 26 Nov 2021 |
| Silver Cloud | NZD $31727pp | Exclusive | 12 | 30 Nov 2021 |
| Silver Wind | NZD $48909pp | Exclusive | 23 | 20 Nov 2021 |
| Janssonius | NZD $30370pp | Exclusive | 20 | 25 Nov 2021 |
| Ocean Victory | NZD $24074pp | Exclusive | 15 | 26 Nov 2021 |
| National Geographic Resolution | NZD $36303pp | Exclusive | 22 | 18 Nov 2021 |
| National Geographic Endurance | NZD $36303pp | Free Bar Tab & Tips |
22 | 18 Nov 2021 |
| National Geographic Explorer | NZD $32697pp | Free Bar Tab & Tips |
22 | 19 Nov 2021 |
| Greg Mortimer | NZD $42321pp | Exclusive | 22 | 24 Nov 2021 |
| Sea Spirit | NZD $34065pp | Exclusive | 23 | 20 Nov 2021 |
| Plancius | NZD $30370pp | Exclusive | 20 | 23 Nov 2021 |
| Hondius | NZD $30370pp | Exclusive | 20 | 26 Nov 2021 |
2021 – Antarctica Solar Eclipse Cruises
M/V Ocean Atlantic: Falkland Islands, South Georgia & Antarctica
23rd November – 12th December 2021This ship follows the path of courageous explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton – just in the opposite direction from Ushuaia to the wildlife paradise of South Georgia. From here to the eclipse path and onward to the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula. We will skirt the periphery of the Weddell Sea, the birthplace of the mighty tabular icebergs, and cruise close to Shackleton’s harsh winter-camp on the shore of Elephant Island.
View Ocean Atlantic Cruise DetailsOcean Diamond: Solar Eclipse, Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica
25th November – 14th December 2021Designed for eclipse chasers, this itinerary offers the rare opportunity to witness the total eclipse of the sun while also setting foot in Antarctica, as well as a chance to explore the rarely visited sub-Antarctic Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) and South Georgia. During your voyage you will have the opportunity to participate in talks led by Fred Espenak, known as “Mr. Eclipse,” who has participated in eclipse expeditions around the world, while also learn about the region, its wildlife and history, during onboard presentations by our team of polar experts. On December 4, the day of the Total Solar Eclipse, you will receive a pair of eclipse glasses, and an invitation to a special celebratory toast, where you can relive your eclipse experience with fellow passengers. The excitement of the voyage continues as your ship then departs for South Georgia and the Falkland Islands, where you will explore regions rich in wildlife and polar history.
View Ocean Diamond Cruise DetailsWorld Explorer: Solar Eclipse, South Georgia & Antarctica
26th November – 12th December 2021This voyage will be the perfect opportunity to be rendered awestruck by the overwhelming enormity of Antarctica: towering icebergs, mammoth glaciers and ice-covered mountains. You’ll hike pristine glaciers, relax on a Zodiac cruise or enjoy comedic encounters with inquisitive penguins. Also, you’ll learn about wildlife and polar history during on board presentations by expedition team members, as well as two widely-respected eclipse experts who will prepare you for your once-in-a-lifetime total eclipse experience.
View World Explorer Cruise DetailsLe Lyrial: Antarctic Solar Eclipse 2021
28th November – 12th December 2021Embark on the ultimate adventure to Antarctica, where towering icebergs and massive glaciers set the stage for a once-in-a-lifetime phenomenon: a total solar eclipse. Discover rare yet abundant wildlife on a voyage timed with the peak of the austral summer.
View Le Lyrial Cruise DetailsSilver Explorer: Antarctic Solar Eclipse 2021
26th November – 9th December 2021Not only does this voyage take in the coldest, highest and driest of all seven continents, but it makes you one of the lucky few who can experience Antarctica’s magic during a total blackout. Be humbled by the solitude and emptiness, as pods of seals lazily bask on floes, waddles of penguins dive (and thrive) in the icy waters and humpbacks – the most magnificent of all maritime beasts; breach gracefully before your very eyes.
View Silver Explorer Cruise DetailsSilver Cloud: Antarctic Solar Eclipse 2021
30th November – 11th December 2021Go from blindly white to opaque black, and experience total darkness on the 4th December 2021. Silver Cloud will navigate the path to the point of the greatest eclipse, so take advantage of being in the right place at the right time on a journey that propels an already extraordinary destination into the realms of the exceptional.
View Silver Cloud Cruise DetailsSilver Wind: Antarctic Solar Eclipse 2021
20th November – 12th December 2021As if the pristine terrain and plethora of wildlife of the Falkland Islands, South Georgia and Antarctica wasn’t enough! Prepare for one of the world’s most phenomenal phenomenons with the total lunar eclipse of 2021. Be on the eclipse’s path and experience total blackout as the moon blocks out 100% of the sun’s light on 4th December.
View Silver Wind Cruise DetailsM/V Janssonius: Antarctic Peninsula, South Georgia & Falkland Islands
25th November – 14th December 2021Encounter a variety of Antarctic wildlife, including grey-headed albatrosses, black-browed albatrosses, light-mantled sooty albatrosses, cape pigeons, southern fulmars, Gentoo penguins, leopard seals and Weddell seals on this 20-day voyage.
View M/V Janssonius Cruise DetailsOcean Victory: South Georgia & Antarctica
26th November – 10th December 2021The sub-Antarctic islands and Antarctic Peninsula are a nature photographer’s paradise and the ship is planning to attempt as many shore landings as possible per day, weather conditions permitting, bringing you close to Antarctica’s beauty. During the days at sea, a variety of on board entertainment activities, from lectures to workshops, wildlife spotting and eclipse photography, will be possible.
View Ocean Victory Cruise DetailsNational Geographic Orion: Antarctic Solar Eclipse 2021
18th November – 9th December 2021Jump aboard this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, sailing to the Falkland Islands, South Georgia and Antarctica taking in a Solar Eclipse en-route! Zig-zag through ice in Antarctica, learn about the history of the Falkland Islands and wade through the hundreds of thousands of king penguins in South Georgia, a true spectacle.
View National Geographic Orion Cruise DetailsNational Geographic Endurance: Antarctic Solar Eclipse 2021
18th November – 9th December 2021Step aboard the National Geographic Endurance as you explore some of the most spectacular places on earth: Falkland Islands, South Georgia and of course Antarctica. Cruise on zodiacs among enormous icebergs in Antarctica, walk with hundreds of thousands of king penguins on South Georgia and learn about the rich history of the Falklands. To top off this magnificent itinerary, see the Solar Eclipse as you cruise along the path of totality.
View National Geographic Endurance Cruise DetailsNational Geographic Explorer: Antarctic Solar Eclipse 2021
19th November – 10th December 2021Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime experience on this 22-day cruise package to Antarctica, South Georgia and the Falkland Islands with the added bonus of seeing the Solar Eclipse. See massive icebergs in Antarctica, the wildlife spectacle of South Georgia’s colonies of hundreds of thousands of king penguins, and the vast albatross breeding grounds of the Falklands.
View National Geographic Explorer Cruise DetailsGreg Mortimer: Antarctic Solar Eclipse 2021
24th November – 15th December 2021This comprehensive 22-day cruise first heads to the historic Falkland Islands then sets course to South Georgia, home to one of the best wildlife viewing locations on earth with enormous populations of elephant seals and king penguins. You will finally make your way to the Antarctic Peninsula after witnessing uninterrupted views of the solar eclipse.
View Greg Mortimer Cruise DetailsSea Spirit: Solar Eclipse in Antarctica
20th November – 12th December 2021On this unique voyage, you will visit Antarctica and experience the incredible white continent in late spring, photograph glistening icebergs, witness thieving Adélie penguins stealing one another’s stones during nest-building, and orca whales hunting in packs. It’s a wonderful time to kayak and to snowshoe while the show is still pristine. Perched in a favourable position, we hope for clear skies and favourable weather conditions to witness the full solar eclipse.
View Sea Spirit Cruise DetailsM/V Plancius: Antarctic Solar Eclipse 2021
23rd November – 12th December 2021The voyage to Antarctica is always an unforgettable experience, and in November 2021 a lucky few will have the chance to combine it with another natural wonder – a solar eclipse. Join us for a spectacular expedition to the end of the world, sailing to the historic Falkland Islands, the penguin and elephant seal packed beaches of South Georgia and along the glacier edged Antarctic peninsula. Marvel at the plentiful birdlife, enormous whales and feisty leopard seals before witnessing a total solar eclipse in one of the most remarkable and inhospitable regions of the world. An unmissable event.
View Plancius Cruise DetailsM/V Hondius: Antarctic Solar Eclipse 2021
26th November – 15th December 2021Make your next big adventure twice as extraordinary by combining two spectacular natural wonders – Antarctica and a complete solar eclipse! After crossing the Drake Passage, spend a few days taking in the breathtaking mountains, glaciers, feisty leopard seals and whales along the Antarctic Peninsula. Sail to the Weddell Sea Pack Ice to the ideal spot to experience the eclipse. It’s not over yet – next marvel at the thousand-strong penguin colonies of South Georgia, hear the roars of male elephant seals before discovering the turbulent history of the Falkland Islands. Truly unforgettable!
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