Mystic Cruises is set to launch a new Antarctica expedition season, running from November 2025 to March 2026. This is the period when the company’s ships explore the White Continent, offering expedition voyages focused on discovery, science, and responsible nature observation.
The World Explorer, operated by Quark Expeditions, will arrive in Ushuaia on 6th of November, marking the official start of the season. It will be followed by the World Traveller (11nd November), World Voyager (14th November), and World Navigator (20th November), operated by Atlas Ocean Voyages.
Since 2019, Mystic Cruises has been sailing to Antarctica, beginning its polar operations with the World Explorer. During the Antarctic summer – from November to March – Antarctica expeditions take place under milder temperatures and with abundant wildlife activity.
Travellers can observe penguins, whales, seals, and seabirds against a backdrop of glaciers, mountains, and vast ice-covered landscapes. On board, experienced naturalists and expedition leaders guide shore landings and wildlife observation, while Zodiac boats enable close-up exploration of ice formations and coastal areas inaccessible to the main vessels.
Each Mystic Cruises expedition is designed to provide an authentic and educational experience in this extreme environment, combining onboard comfort with a strong focus on conservation and environmental awareness.
Mystic Cruises is a proud member of IAATO (International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators), an organization founded in 1991 to promote safe and environmentally responsible travel to Antarctica. The company strictly adheres to IAATO guidelines to ensure that all voyages are conducted with the highest standards of environmental protection and operational safety.
Mystic Cruises and Atlas Ocean Voyages have been nominated for the prestigious Cruise Ship Interiors Awards (CSI Awards) 2025, with the World Traveller recognized in two categories:
Mystic Cruises is proud to announce that, Atlas Ocean Voyages, a fellow company within the MysticInvest Holding Group, has been recognized once again in Condé Nast Traveler’s “The Best Cruise Lines in the World: 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards.” This marks the third consecutive year that Atlas has earned a spot on this prestigious list, following its debut in 2022.
Mystic Cruises will take part in a major recruitment event, together with its sister company Mystic Ocean, on November 7th, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, at the Cruise Center Steinwerder CC3, in Hamburg, Germany.