World Explorer
EXPEDITION-LUXURY (176 GUESTS)
Introduction to the World Explorer
Launching in 2019, the World Explorer is fully equipped to venture south to Antarctica. Taking 176 guests every cabin has either a private walk-out balcony or a Juliet balcony for direct ocean views as well as en-suite bathroom. There are plenty of public areas to relax after a day filled with excursions including the glass domed observation lounge, the explorer lounge and a dedicated lecture theatre where the educational program is conducted. There are health and wellness facilities featuring an outdoor running track, small gym, sauna and spa.
WORLD EXPLORER DATES AND PRICES
World Explorer Early Booking Offer:
Save 10% on selected World Explorer voyages. Offer excludes triple cabins. Valid on new bookings made by 31 October 2019. Discount applies to voyage only. The promotion may change or be discontinued at any time.
Prices are in AU$ per person twin share (triple share in triple cabins)
| Trip Name | Start Date | End Date | Days | Starts / Ends | Triple | Infinity Suite | Veranda Suite | Superior Suite | Deluxe Suite | Owner's Suite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antarctic Explorer | 3 Nov 2020 | 14 Nov 2020 | 12 | Ushuaia | $12,700 | $19,800 | $18,400 | $21,200 | $23,300 | $25,400 |
| Early booking offer | $12,700 | $16,830 | $15,640 | $18,020 | $19,805 | $21,590 | ||||
| Antarctic Explorer | 13 Nov 2020 | 24 Nov 2020 | 12 | Ushuaia | $12,700 | $19,800 | $18,400 | $21,200 | $23,300 | $25,400 |
| Early booking offer | $12,700 | $16,830 | $15,640 | $18,020 | $19,805 | $21,590 | ||||
| Antarctic Explorer | 9 Dec 2020 | 19 Dec 2020 | 11 | Ushuaia | $13,400 | $20,500 | $19,100 | $21,900 | $24,000 | $26,100 |
| $13,400 | $17,425 | $16,235 | $18,615 | $20,400 | $22,185 | |||||
| Antarctic Explorer | 18 Dec 2020 | 28 Dec 2020 | 11 | Ushuaia | $14,100 | $21,200 | $19,800 | $23,300 | $24,700 | $26,800 |
| South Georgia and Antarctic Peninsula | 27 Dec 2020 | 11 Jan 2021 | 16 | Ushuaia | $21,200 | $31,100 | $29,600 | $33,900 | $37,400 | $40,200 |
| Antarctic Explorer | 10 Jan 2021 | 20 Jan 2021 | 11 | Ushuaia | $13,400 | $20,500 | $19,100 | $21,900 | $24,00 | $26,100 |
| Early Booking Offer | $13,400 | $18,450 | $17,190 | $19,710 | $21,600 | $23,490 | ||||
| Antarctic Explorer | 28 Jan 2021 | 7 Feb 2021 | 11 | Ushuaia | $13,400 | $20,500 | $19,100 | $21,900 | $24,000 | $26,100 |
| Crossing the Antarctic Circle (Fly Cruise) | 18 Feb 2021 | 28 Feb 2021 | 11 | Punta Arenas | $26,800 | $39,500 | $37,400 | $43,000 | $46,600 | $50,800 |
| Early booking offer | $26,800 | $35,550 | $33,660 | $38,700 | $41,940 | $45,720 | ||||
| Antarctic Express: Cruise | 26 Feb 2021 | 5 Mar 2021 | 8 | Punta Arenas | $17,700 | $25,400 | $24,000 | $28,200 | $30,300 | $32,500 |
| Crossing the Antarctic Circle (Fly Cruise) | 3 Mar 2021 | 13 Mar 2021 | 11 | Punta Arenas | $26,800 | $39,500 | $37,400 | $43,000 | $46,600 | $50,800 |
| Early booking offer | $26,800 | $33,575 | $31,790 | $36,550 | $39,610 | $43,180 |
World Explorer Special Offer:
Save up to 25% on selected World Explorer voyages. Offer excludes triple cabins. Valid on new bookings made by 31 October 2019. Discount applies to voyage only. The promotion may change or be discontinued at any time.
Prices are in AU$ per person twin share (triple share in triple cabins)
| Antractic Cruise Itinerary | Start Date | End Date | Days | Starts/Ends | Triple | Infinity Suite | Veranda Suite | Superior Suite | Deluxe Suite | Owner's Suite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antarctic Explorer | 03 Nov 19 | 13 Nov 19 | 11 | Ushuaia | $12,000 | $18,300 | $18,300 | $20,300 | $21,200 | $22,000 |
| Antarctic Explorer | 07 Dec 19 | 18 Dec 19 | 12 | Ushuaia | $14,100 | $21,400 | $21,400 | $23,700 | $24,700 | $26,000 |
| Special Offer | $14,100 | $19,260 | $19,260 | $21,330 | $22,230 | $23,400 | ||||
| Antarctic Explorer | 17 Dec 19 | 28 Dec 19 | 12 | Ushuaia | $14,100 | $21,400 | $21,400 | $23,700 | $24,700 | $26,000 |
| Special Offer | $14,100 | $19,260 | $19,260 | $21,330 | $22,230 | $23,400 | ||||
| South Georgia and Antarctic Peninsula | 27 Dec 19 | 11 Jan 20 | 16 | Ushuaia | $19,800 | $28,600 | $28,600 | $31,700 | $33,100 | $34,400 |
| Special Offer | $19,800 | $25,740 | $25,740 | $28,530 | $29,790 | $30,960 | ||||
| Antarctic Express (Fly Cruise) | 9 Feb 20 | 16 Feb 20 | 8 | Punta Arenas | $15,300 | $23,300 | $23,300 | $26,000 | $27,100 | $28,200 |
| Antarctic Express (Fly Cruise) | 14 Feb 20 | 21 Feb 20 | 8 | Punta Arenas | $15,300 | $23,300 | $23,300 | $26,000 | $27,100 | $28,200 |
| Antarctic Express (Fly Cruise) | 19 Feb 20 | 26 Feb 20 | 8 | Punta Arenas | $15,300 | $23,300 | $23,300 | $26,000 | $27,100 | $28,200 |
| Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica | 27 Feb 20 | 17 Mar 20 | 20 | Ushuaia | $23,400 | $34,000 | $34,000 | $37,600 | $39,300 | $40,900 |
| Special Offer | $23,400 | $25,500 | $25,500 | $28,200 | $29,475 | $30,675 | ||||
| Antarctic Explorer | 16 Mar 20 | 26 Mar 20 | 11 | Ushuaia | $12,000 | $18,300 | $18,300 | $20,300 | $21,200 | $22,000 |
| Special Offer | $12,000 | $13,725 | $13,725 | $15,225 | $15,900 | $16,500 |
WORLD EXPLORER OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
Kayaking (AU$1,410)
Explore the shores of Antarctica onboard a kayak. Glide past ice formations, penguin colonies and marine wildlife. You will be in groups of up to 12 with an experienced kayak guide who will take you to interesting locations, many that can only able to be reached by kayaks.
Available on all voyages except 13 Nov 2019.
Camping (AU$420)
Experience complete silence and 24 hours of daylight camping on Antarctica. The ship is equipped with all the equipment all you need to bring along is a sense of adventure. This activity is subject to weather conditions.
Available on voyages: 3 Nov 2019, 7 Dec 2019, 17 Dec 2019 and 10 Jan 2020.
3 Nov, 13 Nov 2020, 18 Dec 2020.
Stand Up Paddle Board (AU$420)
Part surfing, part paddling, paddle boarding is a total thrill for guests who want to experience Antarctica from this vantage point. Glide across the water past icebergs and wildlife. This is an incredibly unique way to see Antarctica.
Available on all voyages except 13 Nov 2019.
WORLD EXPLORER 2020-21 CRUISES
For more information on the voyages we offer, call 1300 668 112 or email contact@antarcticatravelcentre.com.au
WORLD EXPLORER 2019-20 CRUISES
For more information on the voyages we offer, call 1300 668 112 or email contact@antarcticatravelcentre.com.au
WORLD EXPLORER CABINS
The World Explorer’s Owner’s Suites are located on Decks 5 and 6, and approximately 33 sq. m in size, these cabins have one double or two single beds, and a 10 sq. m walk-out balcony with access from sitting room and bedroom. A separate sitting area with sofa, refrigerator, TV, state of the art “infotainment” system, and private bathroom with shower, his & hers sinks, and bathtub is also featured in each cabin.
The Deluxe Suites on the World Explorer are located Deck 5, and approximately 31 sq. m in size, these cabins have one double or two single beds, and a 10 sq. walk-out balcony with access from sitting room and bedroom. A separate sitting area with sofa, double closets, refrigerator, TV, state of the art “infotainment” system, and private bathroom with shower and double sinks is also featured in each cabin.
Superior Suites on the World Explorer are located on Decks 5 and 6, and approximately 26 sq. m in size, these cabins have one double or two single beds, and a 10 sq. m walk-out balcony with access from sitting room and bedroom. A separate sitting area with sofa, walk-in closet, refrigerator, TV, state of the art “infotainment” system, and private bathroom with shower.
The Veranda Suites on the World Explorer are located on Decks 5 and 6, and approximately 20 sq. m in size, these cabins have one double or two single beds, and a 5 sq. m walk-out balcony. A sitting area with sofa, refrigerator, TV, state of the art “infotainment” system, and private bathroom with shower is also featured in each cabin.
The Infinity Suite on the World Explorer is located on Decks 5 and 6, and approximately 25 square metres in size, these cabins have one double or two single beds, and a floor-to-ceiling glass Juliet balcony. A sitting area with sofa, refrigerator, TV, state of the art “infotainment” system, and private bathroom with shower is also featured in each cabin.
The Triple Cabins on the World Explorer are located on Deck 6, and approximately 22.5 sq. m in size, these cabins have one double or two single beds, and a 5 sq. m walk-out balcony. A separate combo sitting area/bedroom with a sofa bed and additional closet, refrigerator, TV, state of the art “infotainment” system, and private bathroom with shower is also featured in each cabin.
Deck Plan
Ship Details
Library
Lounge
Dining room
Lecture theatre
Observation decks
Reception
Gym
Spa
Heated outdoor pool
Medical Clinic
Elevator
World Explorer itineraries that disembark from Ushuaia include:
1 night accommodation in Ushuaia on day 1 of the itinerary
Group transfer to the ship on day of embarkation;
Group transfer to airport or central location upon disembarkation in Ushuaia;
World Explorer itineraries that begin in Punta Arenas include:
1 night accommodation in Punta Arenas on day one of the itinerary
Group transfer to the airport for flight to King George Island
Flights from Punta Arenas to King George Island
Group transfer to accommodation on second last day of the itinerary
1 night accommodation on last night of the itinerary
All voyages include:
Rubber boots to borrow for shore landings for the time of the cruise
Expedition parka to keep
Digital Voyage Log
Staff and Crew: 125
Guests: 176
Dimensions: Length: 126m Breadth: 19m Draft: 4.7m
Speed: 16 knots maximum
Operator: Quark
Lifeboats: 2 Fully Enclosed
Ice Class: 1B
Propulsion: 2 x Rolls Royce 9,000 kw hybrid diesel/electric