Gain rich insights into your destination with Discovery Excursions. Our expert Discovery Team of up to 20 marine biologists, historians, geologists, naturalists and local guides share their knowledge and regional expertise. Cruise on Zodiacs and kayaks* around ice formations in Antarctica and go on nature walks through the Arctic tundra, under their expert guidance.   

Meet the Discovery Team

Learn about the unique wildlife, landscapes, history and culture of your destination from our knowledgeable experts during enriching lectures and education programs, hosted in the Discovery Yacht’s impressive state-of-the-art theatre.

You will be supplied with everything you’ll need to fully immerse yourself in the journeys that await. On polar Expedition Voyages a Scenic Eclipse parka and water bottle will be in your suite on arrival, yours to take home. Plus, the use of specialised polar boots, trekking poles and kayaking equipment and apparel is included for your convenience. 

Soar above some of the most breathtaking landscapes and gain a birds’ eye view to locations to places inaccessible from shore on one of two helicopters^ on board Scenic Eclipse. The quietest helicopters^ in the skies, the H130 sets the standards for tourism operations worldwide. Each helicopter^ features Bose^® noise cancelling headsets and an air-conditioned interior.   

Dive below the ocean for a new multi-sensory underwater adventure. Witness the unexplored and pristine polar waters on board the custom-built Scenic Neptune submersible^, taking you to depths of up to 100m.