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Delivering polar dreams since 1993, OEX specializes in shore-based, wildlife-centered, activity-intensive expeditions to the Arctic and Antarctica.
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Beyond the spectacular wildlife, breathtaking landscapes, and immersive activities found on an expedition cruise to the Arctic and Antarctica lies another face of the polar regions: the fascinating human history of polar exploration! Among the roster of expedition guides on our voyages, you'll find polar historians, just like @marcelotarapow, who live and breathe the stories of national glory, heroic endurance, and stoicism in the face of failure in the polar wastes at both ends of the Earth. From in-the-field interpretation of the remains of huts, cabins, and key locations in iconic stories of exploration, to artifacts and even items from personal collections, with guides like Marcelo on board, you'll discover new stories and feel the history of the Arctic and Antarctica come to life before your very eyes! Many of our expedition itineraries follow the route of past explorers and retrace the stories that continue to inspire generations of polar enthusiasts. From the stories of Nansen and Shackleton to Amundsen, Scott, and Scoresby, discover the spectacular at the edges of the map! by @oceanwideexp
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Epic and unmatched, there's nothing else in the industry like our Remote Weddell Sea Explorer voyage! This trip takes guests to the farthest edges of the Weddell Sea, into a region few, if any, polar operators visit. Two seasons running, we have set a farthest-south record in Vahsel Bay and encountered emperor penguins, whales, seals, and birds in abundance! With continental landings, the chance to explore the most dramatic parts of the Antarctic Peninsula, and a truly off-grid expedition experience where each day brings fresh challenge and unknowns, the itinerary is the most exploratory, most epic, and most authentic polar experience out there! We're returning to the farthest edges of the map once more in our 2026-2027 season, and you can join us! Limited berths remain on our record-breaking, trend-setting voyage into the icy heart of Antarctica. Read all about why you need to join this epic voyage! Link in bio 👆 by @oceanwideexp
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Looking to snap up some remarkable savings for your next Antarctic adventure? Check out our last-minute Antarctic discounts page for fantastic savings on berths across a range of exciting itineraries, from multi-week epics in the mighty Weddell Sea to returning guest favorites and iconic voyages between the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and the White Continent itself. Book today to save up to €7700/$8150 on the Antarctic expedition of your dreams! Link in bio. by @oceanwideexp
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A seminal figure in the evolution of polar exploration, Fridtjof Nansen is today remembered for his epic crossing of the Greenland ice sheet in 1888, enduring temperatures plummeting below -40 degrees Celsius, as well as his attempt to reach the North Pole aboard Fram in 1895, which resulted in a harsh battle for survival in Franz Josef Land. His experiences in the north led him to develop innovations, techniques, and strategies that would guide later explorers at both ends of the Earth, and many regard him as the grandfather of modern polar exploration! Nansen's legacy extends beyond the polar world; he was a noted diplomat, scientist, and humanitarian, particularly for his work aiding refugees after World War I. Read more about the life of Fridtjof Nansen. Link in bio. 📸 by Getty Images by @oceanwideexp
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We can't wait to be back in South Georgia in just a few short weeks, rightly renowned as one of the most spectacular, and wildlife-rich locations on Earth! Here's what we saw at some of the most iconic locations on South Georgia, an island packed with polar history, wildlife congregations on an almost overwhelming scale, and truly staggering natural beauty. Did we miss your favorite landing site or Zodiac cruise locations from your South Georgia adventure? We'd love to hear your memories from your time spent exploring the edges of the map in the spectacular south! Spaces remain on select upcoming departures - it's not too late to join the adventure of a lifetime! Link in bio. by @oceanwideexp
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Small in Size, Big on Adventure! True to its name, the Rockhopper Penguin doesn’t just walk over rocks - it hops Nature doesn’t always make its adventurers big. Sometimes, it makes them small, spirited, and wonderfully unstoppable. Photography expedition Oceanwide-expedition yr 2025 #falklandsislands #travelantarctica #penguinphotography #rockhoppers #antarcticaphotography by @oceanwideexp
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Tomorrow is Friday! But in case you need a little Thursday pick-me-up, we've put together 10 photos of crabeater seals, designed to put a smile on your face! Crabeater seals don't actually eat crabs, unlike their name suggests! Well, at least crabs aren't their main source of prey. Instead, these slender seals feast on krill, using their uniquely shaped teeth to filter these tiny crustaceans from the surrounding seas. In turn, crabeater seals form a large part of the diet of leopard seals, which prowl the icy channels and patrol beneath the waves. But enough about prey and predation! Here are ten crabeater seal photos to make you happy! 🎥 by Unknown videographer 📸 by Erwin Vermeulen, @sara.jenner1, Michael Heyns, Morten Skovgaard, Unknown photographer, Rolf Stange and Rinie van Meurs by @oceanwideexp
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For many of us, sending and receiving postcards from far-flung locations is a happy childhood memory, or a practice that continues to immortalize our travel destinations! But did you know that you can send postcards from both ends of the Earth, complete with a stamp from the Arctic and Antarctica? In Svalbard, the northernmost settlement on Earth, Ny-Ålesund is home to a small historic post office. Although it's no longer operational, a nearby store still handles post, so during your visit, you can send a letter or postcard home from the high Arctic - the perfect way to show off to friends and family! At the other end of the globe, in Antarctica, the post office at Port Lockroy, the southernmost one on Earth, is staffed during the Antarctic expedition season - and on several of our itineraries, you'll have the chance to stamp and send from the wilds of the White Continent! 📸 by @sara.jenner1, @george.makes.photos, Unknown photographer and Sabrina Kerth by @oceanwideexp
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A Quiet Conversation, between Adelie Penguin pair. Perhaps this is how love begins in Antarctica. In a world of ice and silence, some conversations need no words. Just two hearts, two curious eyes, and a gentle touch of bills. #AdeliePenguins #antarcticaexpedition #AntarcticWildlife #PenguinLove #PenguinCourtship by @oceanwideexp
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🇬🇱 taken in Greenland by @oceanwideexp
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Farewell, Hondius! It feels like only yesterday that we welcomed her back home in Vlissingen, and now Hondius is on her way to Ushuaia ahead of our 2026-2027 Antarctic season! It's set to be an action-packed few months in the wild south, with adventures across the sub-Antarctic and Antarctic Peninsula delivering unforgettable wildlife encounters, immersive land and sea activities, and memories that will last a lifetime. Limited spaces remain to join Hondius this season - check out our last-minute discount page for special savings! 📸 by Michael van Luijk by @oceanwideexp
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Narwhal alert!! Encounters with these seldom-seen Arctic inhabitants don't occur often, so what happened aboard Rembrandt van Rijn yesterday in Greenland was truly special! A pod of about 15 narwhals was sighted some distance from the ship as it navigated through Scoresby Sund, with the unmistakable tusk profile breaking the surface and glinting in the afternoon sun. Several parts of Scoresby Sund are off-limits and serve as narwhal reserves, and a small population is known to inhabit the area. However, they are more typically found deep in the pack ice, preferring the dark waters of the far north to the open ocean, which makes them difficult to spot. Some of our expedition guides have spent years in the Arctic without encountering a narwhal, especially not this close and in such numbers. Needless to say, it was quite some time before anyone returned below deck, even as the light began to fade! 📸 by kruse_photos by @oceanwideexp
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