A Modern Explorer’s Dream
By Margarita Hirapetian
A Modern Explorer’s Dream
By Margarita Hirapetian
Experience the expedition of a lifetime with HX in Antarctica.
For those who’ve always dreamed of going on a true, unfiltered adventure, there’s no better guide than HX. A leader in expedition cruising, HX strikes the perfect balance of adventure, comfort, and sustainability for modern explorers with its purpose-built ships and meticulously curated itineraries. Many add visiting Antarctica to their wish list, but few actually cross it off. Be one of the few with HX as your expert guide.
Guided By Experts
Aboard an HX ship, you’ll find scientists, historians, and ornithologists eager to share their vast knowledge of the Frozen Continent, bringing its fascinating history and science to life with both on board and shore activities. The state-of-the-art onboard Science Center offers a trove of hands-on activities that will give you a better understanding of Antarctica, including Citizen Science projects where you can contribute to scientific research. Daily shore expeditions take you to the very heart of Antarctica’s icy landscapes where you can observe and photograph this frozen wonderland and its exotic wildlife, from Emperor and Adélie penguins to orcas and elephant seals.
On board, enjoy lectures from renowned scientists as the ship passes through the very places they have dedicated their lives to studying. Expedition boats get you up close and personal with these sites, and you’ll even get to experience the exhilaration of hiking on Antarctic ice. With knowledgeable guides with you every step of the way, you’ll come away from the trip with a deeper respect and appreciation for the seventh continent, still as wild and untouched as it was before its discovery.
“You’ll even get to experience the exhilaration of hiking on Antarctic ice.”
“You’ll even get to experience the exhilaration of hiking on Antarctic ice.”
Leaders In Expedition Cruising
Since 1896, HX has been taking adventure-seekers to some of the most wondrous locations on the planet. Now, as a leader in expedition cruises, HX manages trips from the High Arctic and the Galápagos Islands to Antarctica, and more, with handpicked teams of experts aboard every ship. The ships themselves are built for sustainability, offering better alternatives to single-use plastics and heavy fuel oils.
“Cruising with a company that cares about the planet brings added peace of mind and a greater enjoyment of your travels.”
“Cruising with a company that cares about the planet brings added peace of mind and a greater enjoyment of your travels.”
HX received the “Best ESG ranking of a cruise company” by Morningstar Sustainalytics in 2023 as testament to its sustainability and environmentally friendly practices. When you cruise with HX, you can enjoy all the amenities on board without worrying about your carbon footprint. Cruising with a company that cares about the planet brings added peace of mind and a greater enjoyment of your travels.
All-Inclusive Adventuring
Imagine yourself sinking into the deliciously heated waters of a hot tub after a long day trekking around Antarctica, small boat cruising next to an ice floe to observe a sleeping seal, hiking along icy trails, watching whales as they breach through pristine waters, and staring in awe at massive icebergs drifting along beside you. Your aching muscles will thank you the moment you step into the spa on board your HX ship.
Likewise, your grumbling stomach will delight in the succulent, expertly prepared dishes served every morning, noon, and evening, while your stimulated mind will love finding its rest the moment your head hits the pillow on your luxurious bed. Every factor is given thorough consideration on an HX ship, ensuring your trip is the epitome of comfort and relaxation (when you’re not deep in adventure mode). Meals, Starlink Wi-Fi, gratuities, drinks (wine, beer, and spirits), and daily excursions are included in your HX expedition cruise at no extra charge.
“Every factor is given thorough consideration on an HX ship, ensuring your trip is the epitome of comfort and relaxation.”
“Every factor is given thorough consideration on an HX ship, ensuring your trip is the epitome of comfort and relaxation.”
When adventure, comfort, and sustainability merge, the result is the experience of a lifetime that will stay with you long after you’ve left Antarctica’s shores. Enter this sublime land with an open mind and leave it with a fulfilled spirit and heart.
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