What is Expedition Travel?

Expedition travel offers immersive experiences in remote destinations, from kayaking with wildlife in the Galapagos to exploring Antarctica’s icy landscapes. It’s an opportunity to connect with nature, experience unique cultures, and witness extraordinary moments, all guided by experts to ensure a deep understanding of our planet’s wonders.

How do I Get Started?

Step 1 - Consultation

Talk to a Expedition Specialist - you can expect your initial call to be about 30 minutes.

Step 2 - Planning

Plan your trip in coordination with your Expedition Specialist. They will ensure all of your tours are sorted, and assist you with packing as well as flights.

Step 3 - Booking

Coordinate with your Expedition Specialist to confirm all of the details of your trip.

Step 4 - Embark!

Embark on your trip and enjoy it to the fullest without a worry!

What type of ship do you sail on?

At Ever Blue Expeditions, we partner exclusively with a carefully curated portfolio of small ships that specialize in expedition-style travel. While vessels vary by destination, each one is purpose-built or expertly outfitted for exploring remote environments—whether it’s navigating polar ice, island-hopping in the Galápagos, or cruising through tropical archipelagos. We prioritize safety, comfort, and immersive adventure, ensuring that every ship we work with is ideally suited to deliver a seamless and enriching expedition experience for our travelers. 

Top-Notch Vessels

Each small ship in our network is carefully selected to provide safe, comfortable access to some of the world’s most remote destinations—places larger vessels simply can’t reach. Prioritizing sustainability and minimal environmental impact, these expeditions offer an intimate, responsible way to explore the planet’s most extraordinary corners.

Stability and Comfort

The majority of ships we work with feature advanced stabilizers for enhanced comfort at sea, while all offer thoughtfully designed accommodations—from cozy cabins to elegant suites—ensuring a restful and memorable expedition experience.

Designed for Exploration

Open decks and viewing lounges enhance wildlife observation, while landing craft allow for closer excursions on land.

Sustainable Practices

We prioritize partnerships with eco-friendly operators, focusing on waste reduction, energy efficiency, and responsible wildlife viewing.

Well-Equipped Facilities

Enjoy modern amenities, gourmet dining, expert-led lectures, and fitness facilities for an enriching experience.

When is the Best Time to Visit?

Find the best months to visit top wildlife destinations with Ever Blue Expeditions. Explore ideal temperatures and key animal activities in our interactive guide below.

Ever Blue Expeditions - Best Time to Visit
Destination Month Avg Temp (°F) Common Wildlife Activity
AntarcticaNovember30Penguin courtship begins, elephant seals, seabirds
AntarcticaDecember32Penguin chicks hatching, whales begin to arrive
AntarcticaJanuary34Peak whale watching, active penguin colonies
AntarcticaFebruary33Whales very active, fur seal pups visible
AntarcticaMarch31Penguin molting, last chance for whales
Galapagos IslandsJanuary79Green sea turtles nesting, marine iguanas breeding
Galapagos IslandsFebruary81Flamingo courtship, sea lions active
Galapagos IslandsMarch82Sea turtles hatching, marine iguanas nesting
Galapagos IslandsApril80Waved albatross return, land birds nesting
Galapagos IslandsMay77Blue-footed boobies start courtship
Galapagos IslandsJune75Frigatebird chicks, cooler waters begin
Galapagos IslandsJuly73Whale watching, flightless cormorants nesting
Galapagos IslandsAugust72Sea lions mating, penguins active
Galapagos IslandsSeptember72Galapagos penguins nesting, seabirds nesting
Galapagos IslandsOctober73Sea lions nurturing pups, warm seas
Galapagos IslandsNovember75Iguanas nesting, storm petrels active
Galapagos IslandsDecember77Giant tortoise nesting, warm season starts
AmazonJanuary82High water season: macaws, monkeys, river dolphins
AmazonFebruary82High water season: sloths, caimans, birds
AmazonMarch83High water season: anacondas, howler monkeys
AmazonApril83High water season: pink dolphins, hoatzins
AmazonMay83High water season: manatees, parrots
AmazonJune85Dry season: capybaras, more hiking access
AmazonJuly86Dry season: monkeys, river turtles sunning
AmazonAugust86Dry season: jaguar sightings increase
AmazonSeptember85Dry season: caimans visible, migratory birds
AmazonOctober84Dry season: best wildlife visibility
AmazonNovember83Dry season: nesting birds, less rain
AmazonDecember82High water season starts: river access improves
ArcticMay30Migrating birds, polar bears on sea ice
ArcticJune35Whales arrive, reindeer calving
ArcticJuly40Peak polar bear, walrus, seabirds nesting
ArcticAugust38Whales active, tundra flowers bloom
ArcticSeptember32Aurora begins, belugas, fewer birds
Ever Blue Expeditions - Best Time to Visit
Destination Month Avg Temp (°F) Common Wildlife Activity
AntarcticaNovember30Penguin courtship begins, elephant seals, seabirds
AntarcticaDecember32Penguin chicks hatching, whales begin to arrive
AntarcticaJanuary34Peak whale watching, active penguin colonies
AntarcticaFebruary33Whales very active, fur seal pups visible
AntarcticaMarch31Penguin molting, last chance for whales
Galapagos IslandsJanuary79Green sea turtles nesting, marine iguanas breeding
Galapagos IslandsFebruary81Flamingo courtship, sea lions active
Galapagos IslandsMarch82Sea turtles hatching, marine iguanas nesting
Galapagos IslandsApril80Waved albatross return, land birds nesting
Galapagos IslandsMay77Blue-footed boobies start courtship
Galapagos IslandsJune75Frigatebird chicks, cooler waters begin
Galapagos IslandsJuly73Whale watching, flightless cormorants nesting
Galapagos IslandsAugust72Sea lions mating, penguins active
Galapagos IslandsSeptember72Galapagos penguins nesting, seabirds nesting
Galapagos IslandsOctober73Sea lions nurturing pups, warm seas
Galapagos IslandsNovember75Iguanas nesting, storm petrels active
Galapagos IslandsDecember77Giant tortoise nesting, warm season starts
AmazonJanuary82High water season: macaws, monkeys, river dolphins
AmazonFebruary82High water season: sloths, caimans, birds
AmazonMarch83High water season: anacondas, howler monkeys
AmazonApril83High water season: pink dolphins, hoatzins
AmazonMay83High water season: manatees, parrots
AmazonJune85Dry season: capybaras, more hiking access
AmazonJuly86Dry season: monkeys, river turtles sunning
AmazonAugust86Dry season: jaguar sightings increase
AmazonSeptember85Dry season: caimans visible, migratory birds
AmazonOctober84Dry season: best wildlife visibility
AmazonNovember83Dry season: nesting birds, less rain
AmazonDecember82High water season starts: river access improves
ArcticMay30Migrating birds, polar bears on sea ice
ArcticJune35Whales arrive, reindeer calving
ArcticJuly40Peak polar bear, walrus, seabirds nesting
ArcticAugust38Whales active, tundra flowers bloom
ArcticSeptember32Aurora begins, belugas, fewer birds

Explore Some Featured Ships:

These are just some of the featured ships highlighted here. Our portfolio includes many partner vessels across each destination, offering a variety of options to suit every traveler’s preferences.

Galápagos Islands

EcoVentura's Evolve
Hosting just 20 guests, The Evolve offers immersive island exploration, luxury comforts, and panoramic views—all aboard a sleek, nature-inspired ship.

Antarctica

Swan Hellenic's SH Vega
Hosting 152 guests, SH Vega blends immersive polar exploration with refined design, expert-led excursions, and modern comfort in an ice-class vessel.

Amazon

Aqua's Aqua Nera
Hosting 40 guests, Aqua Nera offers an intimate Amazon journey with expert guides, immersive excursions, and sleek, contemporary design—all aboard a modern, river expedition vessel.

Arctic

Quark's Ultramarine
Carrying 199 guests, Ultramarine is built for immersive polar exploration. With twin helicopters, fast off-ship access, and upscale amenities, every detail is designed to bring you closer to the Arctic’s beauty!

Alaska

UnCruise's Safari Endeavour
Accommodating 84 guests, Safari Endeavour blends comfort and adventure with guided hikes, kayaking, and wildlife encounters—all from a small ship designed for immersive exploration.

Antarctica Fly Cruise

Antarctica21's Magellan Explorer & BAE 146-200
Fly over the Drake Passage in just 2 hours and board the Magellan Explorer—an intimate, purpose-built expedition ship carrying just 76 guests—for an unforgettable Antarctic adventure.

✈️ What is a Fly Cruise to Antarctica?

A white airplane is flying low over rocky, snow-dotted terrain in Antarctica, with mountains and a cloudy sky in the background. A person in a white hat stands in the foreground, watching the plane approach.
A gray aircraft is landing on a snowy, rocky landscape in Antarctica, with mountains in the background under a cloudy sky. Patches of snow and ice cover the ground.

Skip the Drake Passage—Arrive Straight into the Heart of Antarctica

A fly cruise to Antarctica is an innovative and efficient way to reach the continent, combining a short flight over the Drake Passage with a traditional expedition cruise through the Antarctic Peninsula. Instead of spending two days at sea navigating notoriously rough waters, you’ll fly directly from Punta Arenas, Chile to King George Island—where your polar voyage begins.

For more info check out our blog post about “What is an Air Cruise to Antarctica?

Or our Sample Fly Cruise Itinerary: Classic Antarctica Fly Cruise

What Does a Typical Expedition Trip with Ever Blue Entail?

A typical expedition begins aboard a small, expertly equipped vessel built to navigate remote waters and rugged coastlines. Unlike large cruise ships, these nimble ships bring you closer to nature—glaciers, wildlife, hidden coves, and distant archipelagos. Each day is filled with guided excursions like Zodiac rides, hikes, and wildlife viewing that immerse you in the heart of the destination.

Zodiac Boat Excursions

Kayaking

Wildlife Tours

Helicopter Rides

& So Much More!

For any other questions check out our FAQ or feel free to Contact Us

EverBlue Expeditions is part of the Juniper Tours family — you'll be scheduling with our shared team of travel specialists.