Antarctica's Ross Sea: Majestic Wildlife

The Antarctica's Ross Sea: Majestic Wildlife is a 23-night Antarctica cruise aboard Scenic Eclipse II, operated by Scenic Ocean Cruises. Departing Timaru on January 5, 2029, the voyage visits 2 ports. Fares start from $30,915 per person.

Length: 23 nights
Departs: Jan 5, 2029
Returns: Jan 28, 2029
Ports of call: 2
Days at sea: 19

Itinerary

Day 1 Jan 5, 2029 Timaru Strolling along the city’s hilly streets and past its Edwardian and Victorian buildings and green spaces, you might not guess that Timaru was built on the lava flows of a now-extinct but vividly named volcano, Mount Horrible. Timaru’s own name comes from the Maori Te Maru, which means \"place of shelter.\" Chief among Timaru’s charms are its parks and gardens. As if the backdrop of the Southern Alps wasn't enough, a rose garden, boardwalk and beach also enliven the already beautiful waterfront of Caroline Bay, named for a 19th-century whaling ship. Up the hill, the scenic reserve of Centennial Park offers picturesque picnic spots and walking and biking trails. Timaru showcases New Zealand and Maori culture at the stellar Aigantighe Art Gallery and South Canterbury Museum. (If you have time to venture beyond Timaru and are interested in learning about the area's truly ancient history, the fascinating Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre, about half an hour outside the city, exhibits rock art made by early Maori settlers more than 700 years ago.) Timaru port guide Search cruises visiting Timaru

Day 5 Jan 9, 2029 Antarctica The Antarctic Peninsula unravels upwards towards South America, reaching out a beckoning finger to the adventurous, who dare to explore this untamed realm. Stretching up from the heart of the world’s southernmost continent, the Antarctic Peninsula lies a mere 620 mile from Tierra del Fuego and, for many, offers a spectacular first taste of the snow-blanketed landscapes and colossal ice sculptures, which make up Earth’s least-explored continent. Unseen by humans until 1820 - a blink of an eye ago in relative terms - this is an adventure sure to make your hairs stand on end, as you experience the thrill of the truly unknown and extraordinary. The vast peninsula is sprinkled with research bases, which are at the frontline of human scientific endeavour, pushing to study and understand this unique landscape, its exceptional wildlife, and the impact that humans are having on this pristine continent. Witness cathedral-sized icebergs up close, and blue-hued glaciers, slowly slipping from imposing locations like Hope Bay. Blanched mountain peaks cover the peninsula, and you’ll find thousands of adorable Adelie penguin pairs thriving undisturbed in this peninsula’s unique setting. Antarctica port guide Search cruises visiting Antarctica

Antarctica photo — Day 5 Jan 9, 2029 Antarctica The Antarctic Peninsula unravels upwards towards South America, reaching out a beckoning finger to the adventurous, who dare to explore this untamed realm. Stretching up from the heart of the world’s southernmost continent, the Antarctic Peninsula lies a mere 620 mile from Tierra del Fuego and, for many, offers a spectacular first taste of the snow-blanketed landscapes and colossal ice sculptures, which make up Earth’s least-explored continent. Unseen by humans until 1820 - a blink of an eye ago in relative terms - this is an adventure sure to make your hairs stand on end, as you experience the thrill of the truly unknown and extraordinary. The vast peninsula is sprinkled with research bases, which are at the frontline of human scientific endeavour, pushing to study and understand this unique landscape, its exceptional wildlife, and the impact that humans are having on this pristine continent. Witness cathedral-sized icebergs up close, and blue-hued glaciers, slowly slipping from imposing locations like Hope Bay. Blanched mountain peaks cover the peninsula, and you’ll find thousands of adorable Adelie penguin pairs thriving undisturbed in this peninsula’s unique setting. Antarctica port guide Search cruises visiting Antarctica

Pricing

Lowest fare we've tracked over the observed 24-day span: $30,915 · range $30,915–$32,882

Current prices

Per person · 2 guests · incl. taxes & fees

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from $30,915

$1,344 / night

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Verandah Suite

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from $30,915

$1,344 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Verandah Suite

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from $32,882

$1,429 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Verandah Suite

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from $33,415

$1,452 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Verandah Suite

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from $35,382

$1,538 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Deluxe Verandah Suite

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from $35,676

$1,551 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Deluxe Verandah Suite

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from $36,711

$1,596 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Deluxe Verandah Suite

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from $38,176

$1,659 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Grand Deluxe Verandah Suite

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from $38,367

$1,668 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Deluxe Verandah Suite

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from $39,211

$1,704 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Grand Deluxe Verandah Suite

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from $39,506

$1,717 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Grand Deluxe Verandah Suite

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from $40,867

$1,776 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Grand Deluxe Verandah Suite

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from $42,006

$1,826 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Spa Suite

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from $47,372

$2,059 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Spa Suite

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from $47,889

$2,082 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Spa Suite

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from $49,872

$2,168 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Spa Suite

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from $50,389

$2,190 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Verandah Suite

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from $73,990

$3,216 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Verandah Suite

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from $78,360

$3,406 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Panorama Suite

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from $79,560

$3,459 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Grand Panorama Suite

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from $81,009

$3,522 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Panorama Suite

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from $82,060

$3,567 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Grand Panorama Suite

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from $83,509

$3,630 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Deluxe Verandah Suite

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from $84,570

$3,676 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Deluxe Verandah Suite

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from $86,870

$3,776 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Grand Deluxe Verandah Suite

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from $90,550

$3,936 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Grand Deluxe Verandah Suite

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from $93,080

$4,046 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Owner's Penthouse Suite

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from $96,741

$4,206 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Owner's Penthouse Suite

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from $99,241

$4,314 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Spa Suite

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from $110,560

$4,806 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Spa Suite

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from $111,710

$4,856 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Panorama Suite

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from $182,090

$7,916 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Grand Panorama Suite

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from $185,310

$8,056 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Owner's Penthouse Suite

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from $220,270

$9,576 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Prices verified Jun 21, 2026

Prices come from third-party data feeds via Scenic Ocean Cruises and may differ from the cruise line's current fare. Confirm the final price before booking. How our pricing works

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Deluxe Verandah Suite	AA	Suite
Grand Deluxe Verandah Suite	AD	Suite
Verandah Suite	B	Suite
Deluxe Verandah Suite	BA	Suite
Grand Deluxe Verandah Suite	BD	Suite
Verandah Suite	C	Suite
Deluxe Verandah Suite	CA	Suite
Grand Deluxe Verandah Suite	CD	Suite
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Deluxe Verandah Suite	DA	Suite
Deluxe Verandah Suite	DB	Suite
Grand Deluxe Verandah Suite	DD	Suite
Grand Panorama Suite	GP	Suite
Owner's Penthouse Suite	OP	Suite
2-Bedroom Penthouse Suite	OT	Suite
Panorama Suite	P	Suite
Spa Suite	S	Suite
Spa Suite	SA	Suite
Spa Suite	SB	Suite

Ship

Your ship Scenic Eclipse II 6★ **16,500** GT **228** guests In 2019, the launch of Scenic Eclipse, The World's First Discovery Yachts™, set the benchmark in ultra-luxury ocean cruising. Now, we invite you to experience a new era of expedition cruising with the highly anticipated arrival of Scenic Eclipse II. Combining innovative design and state-of-the-art technology with unrivalled discovery. Enjoy enhanced ultra-luxury spaces, new culinary experiences and unmatched exploration as you soar above by helicopter^. On the 13th April Scenic Eclipse II set sail from Lisbon, Portugal, on her inaugural voyage, the 12-day Incredible Iberian Discovery cruise to Barcelona, Spain. On board for her maiden voyage the Scenic Group Chairman and founder Glen Moroney and his wife, Karen Moroney, joined our loyal guests, invited VIPs, and dedicated Scenic Eclipse crew who have played a part in the vision and delivery of this much-anticipated state-of-the-art Discovery Yacht. Scenic Eclipse II ship guide Search cruises on Scenic Eclipse II

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