Poseidon Expeditions, renowned for its polar small-ship cruises, has commenced bookings for Arctic and Antarctic expeditions aboard the MV Sea Spirit from May 2025 to September 2026.
These upcoming cruises mark the 11th consecutive year of Poseidon’s renowned programs on the Sea Spirit, a vessel known for its agility and comfort in navigating polar waters.
Early booking discounts of up to 20% are available for reservations made by June 2024, offering significant savings for those interested in the newly announced 2025 Arctic and October 2025 to February 2026 Antarctic programs. Rates will decrease by 5% from July to October 2024.
The Sea Spirit, with its capacity for just over 100 guests, promises an intimate experience without the crowds found on larger expedition ships. With the early booking discount, rates for the Summer 2025 cruises start at US$4,756 per person for triple occupancy and US$6,626 for double occupancy.
For a comprehensive Arctic expedition, guests can choose the June 7-16, 2025 West Svalbard & Polar Ice Edge program, with rates starting at US$6,371 per person for triple occupancy and US$8,836 for double occupancy.
Antarctic rates for 2025-2026 begin at US$8,836 per person for the 12-day family-oriented December 17, 2025, “Christmas at the Antarctica Peninsula” cruise and the 12-day February 7-18 or February 17-28, 2026, “Realm of Penguins & Icebergs” adventure, with double occupancy rates starting at US$11,726.
For those interested in visiting the UK's South Georgia and the Falkland Islands, rates for the February 27-March 21, 2026, “Antarctic Wildlife Adventure” start at US$14,191 per person for triple occupancy and US$18,781 for double occupancy.
The Sea Spirit ship has 6 decks, 600 all-suite accommodations, two multipurpose lounges, a restaurant, a library, and spacious outdoor deck space. Experienced polar guides, scientists, and educators lead onboard activities and shore excursions, providing opportunities for exploration, interpretive walks, photography workshops, and optional sea kayaking.
With a generous expedition staff-to-passenger ratio of 1:9, guests can expect personalized attention and immersive experiences throughout their voyage.