Expedition cruising demands a delicate balance of ship, destination, crew and passenger.

A&K's intrepid 'Explorer' expertly and uniquely melds these components to create extraordinary journeys for the inquisitive traveler.

In 2003, the Explorer's experienced captains take the ship to the far reaches of South America and Antarctica, the Caribbean and the European North Atlantic to discover untrodden shores, to meet native peoples, to encounter indigenous wildlife and to experience untold adventures.

This conservation-friendly "little red ship" follows the routes of the ancient mariners to faraway islands and storied villages.

She visits remote coasts populated by hundreds of thousands of seabirds; and cruises the entire navigable length of the mighty Amazon River, often bringing needed supplies to isolated local villages.

'Explorer' ventures to rugged Caribbean islands known more for their wildlife and rainforests than their duty free shopping, transits the Panama Canal, and she makes history by delving into the White Sea to long-forbidden Russian outposts.

'Explorer' carries a fleet of versatile Zodiac rafts, capable of penetrating tiny Amazonian tributaries or landing on deserted beaches, cruising narrow Chilean fjords or delivering passengers to piers that do not allow large tourist vessels.

To enhance your experience both on board and ashore, the 98-passenger 'Explorer' employs a team of renowned naturalists and experienced seamen.

Ship amenities include cozy, comfortable cabins serviced by a meticulous staff; gourmet meals presented by attentive waiters (yum, yum); a welcoming lounge where you may recount the day's activities (…you won't believe what we saw….); and a lecture hall where you will be fascinated and intrigued by the knowledge of the first-rate lecturers and guides.

		T.G. says - oh my Intrepid Travel Darlings, these voyages are so exciting and unique …get ready for a once in a lifetime adventure…fascinate me,
intrigue me, lavish me with a cornucopia of intellectual delights…travel to where other ships cannot go….how marvelous…let's go!