Reviews | Oceanwide Expeditions Antarctic & Arctic Cruise Reviews

This is your sign to book it!

durch Melissa Tant-Arrillaga

My husband and I had an amazing 23 day journey to the Falklands + South Georgia + Antarctica! A huge part of this success came from the Oceanwide team — the ability of an expedition mindset allowed the team to be flexible and keep our best interests at heart. Whether that was prioritizing the safety of crew member during a med evacuation, or hopping out on the zodiacs earlier than expected because we came across a pod of 20+ orcas (1 of the biggest highlights of the trip!), the values of the staff speak volumes to the experience we had during our voyage. On and off board we had phenomenal service and communication. Everyone was incredibly kind, patient and knowledgable in their areas of expertise. We could not imagine going with another operator and had the trip of a life time! If you’re on the fence about booking, I say go for it!!! You have to experience the magic yourself :)

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ANTARTICA

durch BHAVINA PATEL

Amazing experience

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Best experience ever

durch Ulrich Hank

What a journey! Never did something comparable. It was just breathtaking, Thanks to all guides, staff and crew of Hondius. You made our journey unforgetable.

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Epic Polar

durch Roberto Borelli

The ship , crew staff, food, attractions, lectures and organization where way above my expectation.

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True exploration

durch Laurent Stampfli

Overall an incredible voyage with an incredible crew. A true journey to the southern unknown with passionate and experienced guides and crew. A true adventure of a lifetime!

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exceeded all my expectations

durch Margit Schmid

It was the most amazing trip to the wonderworld of Antarctica. Every day of our Basecamp expedition was filled with incredible and magical experiences. 7 days each with 2 landings or zodiac cruises, led by a great team of highly qualified guides. I was fascinated by the enthusiasm of the guides and the dedication with which they showed us the wonders of Antarctica – and they always seemed to be relaxed and in a good mood. The team on board was equally excellent – always in a good mood and they delivered the best service. The food was outstanding! The rooms and community rooms were very clean and tidy. The cabin (level 4, double with window) was larger than expected, with very comfortable beds and plenty of storage space. I also loved the energy within the passengers on board, people from 23 countries of every age. The activities offered were perfectly tailored to the passengers. The expedition leaders reacted very flexibly to weather conditions and the wishes of the passengers. There was always enough time for animal observation and plenty of opportunities to move freely on land (within the given limits). And it was all conveyed with such apparent ease and great humor. You had the feeling that the guides had in mind the enthusiasm with which they experienced their own first trip to Antarctica and wanted to make the same intensive experience possible for us too. My personal highlights were the kayaking, the two afternoons with very close-up humpback whale sightings and all the cute penguins. The trip far exceeded all of my expectations in every way – I'm so glad I chose this particular tour. I always thought reviews like this one were fake ... but at least when it comes to the reviews here, I know they must all be real. If you don't believe it, just find out yourself. ;)

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An Unforgettable Expedition Cruise Experiences

durch Yan Zhuo

The staff on our expedition cruise went above and beyond to make our journey unforgettable.i love them all. Special expedition leader Pippa, and Matt, George. Lucia !!!it is my best trip ever.

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Epic expedition

durch Mercedes Aragon

Worth every cent!

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Record breaking Weddell Sea visit

durch Ahmet Erkun

A fantastic voyage that included South Georgia, South Sandwich Islands and Weddell Sea. For the first time as non government passenger ship made it to 78.3 degrees parallel. Highly recommended this trip to all looking for wildlife, beauty and experience.

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Unbelievable!

durch Ruby Johnson

Had a fabulous time at Antarctica. Oceanside took very good care of us. We were able to do all activities. They kept us busy and well informed. The food was outstanding and you got plenty to eat. Highly recommend them.

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Wervelende natuurreis

durch Fred Meijer

Een reis van mijn "to do list" om nooit te vergeten. Wat een super mooie bijzondere natuur tref je daar aan. Ook het aanschouwen van de grote hoeveelheid dieren die daar leven zonder achter een hekje te staan. Adembenemend. Wij hebben aan alle activiteiten deelgenomen om zijn elke dag twee keer aan land geweest om te genieten van de pinguïns en de mooie omgeven en ijsbergen c.q. schotsen. Een pluim voor de enthousiaste crew en staff. Er werd veel kennis gedeeld met de passagiers om nog meer te genieten van wat je ziet en beleefd. Ook alle medewerkers van het hotel, keuken en bediening was onwijs vriendelijk en behulpzaam. Kortom top!

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Antartic Adventure

durch Barbara Riddick

Excellent trip. The expedition team, and all the crew including the catering and housekeeping team were outstanding. Very lucky to have Pippa as our expedition leader, heard informally from several of the expedition team that she was the best leader they'd worked with. Landings and zodiac cruises very well managed. Interesting breadth and depth of lectures and activites. Very lucky to also have obliging weather for most of the trip.

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Amazing!

durch Rachel Buckley

We had the most amazing trip to Falkland Islands, South Georgia and the Antarctic Peninsula, everyday we kept thinking it couldn't get better, and then it did! What a priviledge to see all the wildlife and to have such close encounters with many species, including an amazing Zodiac cruise where we were in the centre of a Humpback Whale bubble fishing "net". The scenery was fantastic and made even better by the most wonderful weather. Landing at Point Wild was a real highlight as was South Georgia and seeing A23a up close (and having A23a ice for our drinks in the bar!). When we encountered a Southern Right Whale, and later a large pod of Orcas hunting Fin Whales our Captain enabled us to follow the action by slowing down and turning to keep track of the whales. The Expedition Guides, ably led by Pippa were outstanding; all able to impart their knowledge to us either during our landings and Zodiac cruises or in the myriad of interesting and informative lectures on board Hondius. All the crew made us feel so welcome on board and did everything (including cooking many delicous meals) to enhance our Antarctic experience. It's an adventure we'll never forget!

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Amazing Adventure

durch Tove Illing

We have just returned from the most amazing adventure in Antarctica aboard MV Plancius. The crew and expedition leaders were fantastic and ensured we had a safe, exciting and informative time in very comfortable surroundings. It was great opportunity to see wildlife up close and get ashore on the icy continent. Most days we undertook two main activities (a landing or a zodiac cruise) which was supplemented during the trip with half day sessions of kayaking and mountaineering plus a night's camping under the starry sky (all included in the cost). Thanks to everybody who created such a great atmosphere, shared their wealth of knowledge and made this adventure possible. We are already looking to book our next trip!

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Antarctic Magic

durch Graham Illing

We have just returned from the most fantastic voyage of discovery in Antarctica aboard MV Plancius. The crew and expedition leaders were exemplary in ensuring we had a safe, exciting and informative adventure in very comfortable surroundings. It was great opportunity to see wildlife up close and get ashore on the icy continent. Most days we undertook two main activities (a landing or a zodiac cruise) which was supplemented during the trip with a half day session of kayaking and mountaineering plus a night's open bivouac (included in the cost). We can't wait to book our next trip. Thanks to all who made this possible.

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