
Poseidon Expeditions
Poseidon Expeditions was founded in the U.K. in 1999 and has since grown into a leading polar cruise operator. With its headquarters in Cyprus and representations and offices in the UK, US, Germany, and China, the company markets travel programs worldwide.
Whether you seek to explore the Arctic with destinations like Greenland, Svalbard, the British Isles, and Iceland or venture to the White Continent to see Antarctica, South Georgia, and the Falkland Islands, Poseidon Expeditions knows how to make this adventure the trip of a lifetime.
Poseidon Expeditions is passionate about old-school expedition cruising, where the most important part is the time travelers spend off the ship, enjoying untouched nature and iconic wildlife. For this reason, Poseidon Expeditions has chosen the small expedition vessel M/V Sea Spirit, with a maximum capacity of about 100 guests. The Sea Spirit is highly maneuverable and capable of navigating the narrow fjords of Greenland and entering the small bays of Spitsbergen, as well as allowing all guests to have maximum time on shore in Antarctica, where no more than one hundred guests can land at one site at the same time.
Poseidon’s edutainment program and friendly atmosphere ensure that guests are not only active outdoors but also enjoy every single moment aboard. Polar experts and special guests provide fascinating lectures and presentations, bringing the world of the Arctic and Antarctica closer to the passengers.
The company is also committed to safe and environmentally responsible polar travel. It is a member of the International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO) and the Association of Arctic Expedition Cruise Operators (AECO).
Start a new adventure with Poseidon and discover the charming polar worlds!
What to expect from Poseidon Expeditions
Poseidon Expeditions is a leading operator of polar expeditions in the cruise industry. For 25 years we are offering voyages to the Arctic and Antarctica that combine the spirit of adventure with a generous measure of onboard comfort and well-being.
Our fleet goes where other ships cannot follow. Our small expedition ship Sea Spirit can navigate into protected channels and bays that are out of bounds to larger cruise ships. Importantly, her smaller passenger numbers mean that everyone can go ashore simultaneously at landing sites in Antarctica and the Arctic where regulations limit the number of visitors ashore. Our icebreaker 50 Years of Victory is perfectly suited to cruising across the frozen Arctic Ocean. She is the only vessel currently capable of fulfilling your dream of reaching the North Pole !
Small ship – big advantage
Our small ship maximizes travelers' time ashore by eliminating the need for group rotations during landings, which are common on larger vessels.
25 years of polar experience
Over the past 25 years, we’ve gained tremendous experience building a strong team of enthusiastic polar professionals who are all experts in their field.
Environmental responsibility
As active members of AECO and IAATO, we support cleanup initiatives, enforce no-waste policies, and reduce our footprint with our small expedition ship.
Safety and comfort
Expedition cruising with Poseidon ensures active, yet safe polar exploration. Our highly trained team of professionals will help you navigate into the polar worlds in maximum possible comfort and safety.
Expedition team excellence
Our guests continually rate our expedition team as top-notch, highlighting their expertise in their field, knowledge, professionalism, and commitment to making each expedition cruise truly unforgettable and life changing.
The balance between luxury and expedition is another important factor that we have carefully considered. We pride ourselves on offering the perfect combination of both. Our ships provide a high level of comfort and amenities, while our crew and staff deliver the extraordinary service expected by discerning cruise-travelers. At the same time, we offer exciting excursions and adventure options to satisfy your inner thrill-seeker. All of this is available on itineraries that take you deep into the most remote areas of the planet, fulfilling your desire for real expedition.
This careful balance is reflected in the elegant and easygoing atmosphere on board. On our ships you can enjoy an authentic and exciting adventure as well as relaxation with friends, all in exceptional comfort and style.
High Latitudes Loyalty Program
To express our appreciation to our loyal travellers, we’ve created the High Latitudes Loyalty Program. With this program, our guests enjoy savings on any future trips with Poseidon Expeditions and are also able to take advantage of other attractive benefits listed for each level of our Polar Circle Loyalty Cards. The amount of savings and the benefits depend on the number of trips taken with us.
These benefits are for the exclusive use of the repeat traveller. However, the Polar Circle Loyalty Card itself – and the savings discount amount – is transferrable and can be passed along to a friend or family member. It could be their entry ticket to the amazing polar world of Poseidon Expeditions.
We look forward to welcoming you back aboard!
66º High Latitude
For your 2nd trip with Poseidon Expeditions
- $350 USD discount
- Complimentary beverage package for lunch and dinner (house wine, house beer & soft drinks)
80º High Latitude
For your 3rd trip with Poseidon Expeditions
- $450 USD discount
- Complimentary beverage package for lunch and dinner (house wine, house beer & soft drinks)
- Complimentary one-suite upgrade (subject to availability at the time of booking, restrictions apply, please, check the terms of use)
90º HIGH LATITUDE
For your 4th trip with Poseidon Expeditions (and all subsequent trips!)
- $650 USD discount
- Complimentary beverage package for lunch and dinner (house wine, house beer & soft drinks)
- Complimentary one-suite upgrade (subject to availability at the time of booking, restrictions apply, please, check the terms of use)
- Complimentary laundry service while aboard
- Complimentary pre-cruise private car transfer from the airport to the hotel
Introducing the Poseidon Expeditions Loyalty Program. Launching May 2026 – More Rewards, More Adventure!
We’re excited to introduce our brand-new Poseidon Expeditions Loyalty Program, designed to reward our valued guests with exclusive perks. The more you travel with us, the more benefits you enjoy.
Loyalty Program Levels & Benefits
Level 1
- $450 Discount on your next cruise
- Extended Internet Access
- 15% Gift Shop Discount
- Special Cocktail & Dinner Event for repeat guests
- Exclusive access to special offers
Level 2
- $550 Discount on your next cruise
- Extended Internet Access
- 15% Gift Shop Discount
- Complimentary Laundry Service
- Special Cocktail & Dinner Event for repeat guests
- Exclusive access to special offers
Level 3
- $650 Discount on your next cruise
- Unlimited Wi-Fi
- 15% Gift Shop Discount
- Complimentary Laundry Service
- Bonus Suite Upgrade
- Special Cocktail & Dinner Event for repeat guests
- Exclusive access to special offers
Level 4
- $750 Discount on your next cruise
- Unlimited Wi-Fi
- 15% Gift Shop Discount
- Complimentary Laundry Service
- Bonus One Suite Upgrade
- Private Transfers for a seamless journey
- Special Cocktail & Dinner Event for repeat guests
- Exclusive access to special offers
We are always happy to welcome our travelers back aboard the Sea Spirit!
Terms of use:
- Each Polar Circle Loyalty Card has an individual number and can only be used once. In order to use the benefits of Loyalty Card, please provide its individual number to your polar travel adviser.
- Benefits for loyal travellers are applicable for repeat trips regardless of whether you book directly with Poseidon or through Poseidon’s reliable partners.
- Polar Circle Loyalty Card is transferrable and can be passed to friends or family members. In the case of card transfer, the recipient of the Loyalty Card (travelling for the first time) is entitled only to the discount on this Loyalty Card (but does not include the benefits).
- Complimentary one-suite upgrade (available starting from your 3rd trip with Poseidon Expeditions) is subject to availability at the time of booking. In case the next category suite is not available, the upgrade to any other higher category suite is not provided. No refunds or alternative benefits are provided in the absence of the one-suite upgrade possibility.
- Upgrades are only provided for travellers booked in twin cabins, and are not provided for travellers booking accommodation in a triple cabin. In case of sharing accommodations, upgrades are only available up to the category where sharing is permitted.
- The beverage package (available starting from your 2nd trip with Poseidon Expeditions) includes only house wine, house bear and soft drinks for lunch and dinner. Other beverage purchases will be charged to your hotel bill at the end of the trip.
- Booking of back-to-back cruises is also subject to the benefits of High Latitudes Loyalty Program (i.e. the second cruise in the reservation receives the discount and benefits normally provided on second booking with Poseidon Expeditions).
Poseidon Expeditions Ships
m/v Sea Spirit
Like some of the birds we see in the Arctic and Antarctica, our m/v Sea Spirit is migratory and follows the sun, northbound in the summer and southbound in the winter, always ready for spontaneous discoveries — a pod of whales, a family of polar bears or a glaciated mountain vista. She is highly manoeuvrable and capable of navigating the narrow fjords of East Greenland and entering the small bays of Spitsbergen. In 2017, she was renovated to offer a unique mixture of adventure and comfort for our sophisticated travellers.





