As pioneers in responsible, expedition travel to Antarctica for more than 33 years, we've developed a deep connection with this remarkable land and its iconic inhabitants - the penguins. There are eight penguin species found in Antarctica and the Subantarctic Islands, and we love encountering each of these special animals - with their signature waddling walks and the cute way they slide across the ice! Happy #WorldPenguinDay! 📸 Tyson Mayr #WorldPenguinDay #ExpeditionTravel #AuroraExpeditions #Wildlife #Penguins #Antarctica
Aurora Expeditions
Travel Arrangements
Surry Hills, Sydney, New South Wales 9,996 followers
Award-winning, small-ship expedition company exploring wild & remote places - Antarctica, Arctic & beyond for 30 years❄️
About us
Aurora Expeditions is an Australian-owned company specialising in small-group adventure travel experiences to the Polar Regions and other wild and remote destinations. Unlike ‘standard’ travel companies, Aurora Expeditions specialises in destinations off the beaten track. So far off in fact, that often there is no track! As a world leader in expedition-style travel, we offer passengers the chance to have an intimate experience of the destination, with the support of expert guides and flexible, innovative itineraries. Founded by renowned mountaineer and explorer, Greg Mortimer, and his wife Margaret. On 3 October 1984, Greg Mortimer and his expedition partner Tim Macartney-Snape became the first two Australians to reach the summit of Mt Everest, and even more impressively – they did so without the aid of supplementary oxygen! Greg and Margaret have always had a passion for adventure, exploring wild places and sharing the experience with friends so in 1991, Aurora Expeditions was born. From the start, Aurora Expeditions was destined to be different. Over the past 27 years it has become the leader in small-group, expedition-style travel to polar regions and other wild places. Aurora Expeditions aim is simple - to take small groups of travellers on voyages of discovery to regions that inspired them, thereby creating lifelong ambassadors for the preservation and protection of these sacred places. From the European Arctic to Antarctica, the Russian Arctic to Patagonia or, discover why we were voted #1 for best itineraries in 2018 by Cruise Critic. In October 2019, Aurora Expeditions’ new state of the art expedition ship, the Greg Mortimer, will set sail on its maiden voyage to the Antarctic Peninsula. With more ships to come Aurora Expeditions is growing immensely.
- Website
- http://www.auroraexpeditions.com.au
External link for Aurora Expeditions
- Industry
- Travel Arrangements
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Surry Hills, Sydney, New South Wales
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 1991
- Specialties
- Antarctica, Arctic - Spitsbergen & Greenland, Scotland & Norway, Ecuador Amazon & Galapagos Islands, Australia's Kimberley Coast, Patagonia, South Georgia, Costa Rica, Skiing, Trekking, Scuba Diving, and Kayaking
Locations
- Primary
Suite 12, Level 2
35 Buckingham Street
Surry Hills, Sydney, New South Wales 2010, AU
Employees at Aurora Expeditions
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Alex Cowan
Polar Expedition Leader
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Florence Kuyper
"Realising the unusual" : Projectmanager & Expedition Leader Polar regions
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Bonnie Newman, CTC
Director, National & Key Accounts at Aurora Expeditions
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Melissa Laitman
Aurora Expeditions Inside Sales and Travel Expedition Consultant - North America
Updates
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Discover new frontiers in Antarctica, Australia & New Zealand in 2025-2026! We're excited to unveil our most adventurous and comprehensive season yet, featuring: ✔️ 32 voyages across our 3 small ships ✔️ 1 brand new small ship, Douglas Mawson, with solo cabins available ✔️ 8 new itineraries, with new destinations including the Ross Sea, East Antarctica and Tasmania ✔️ 4 voyages to Antarctica departing from Australia and New Zealand ✔️ 8 departures with a 'Fly the Drake' component, including 2 exclusive Fly/Fly expeditions ✔️ 2 All-Inclusive Activity Voyages Start your adventure by downloading or pre-ordering a copy of the 2025-26 brochure: https://bit.ly/3xIjoet Book early to secure your preferred stateroom and to take advantage of Early Bird savings of up to 25% off*. #AuroraExpeditions #AntarcticExpeditions #NewBrochure #SmallShipExpeditions #Tasmania #NewZealand #RossSea
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Have you ever wondered about the process of designing a purpose-built expedition ship? Step into the fascinating journey behind the creation of our brand new ship, the Douglas Mawson, which features the latest ULSTEIN X-BOW®, in our interview with Chief Designer Øyvind Gjerde Kamsvåg. Discover why Kamsvåg considers the Douglas Mawson to be the pinnacle of the fleet of Infinity Class vessels, and explore the key design elements that set it apart, including enhanced passenger comfort through bow windows and unique interior design elements: https://bit.ly/3xzsFp1 #AuroraExpeditions #UlsteinXBow #ExpeditionTravel #DouglasMawson
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Equipped with the latest technology and sustainability features, including the latest Ulstein X-BOW®, the Douglas Mawson promises unforgettable journeys to some of the most remote and pristine destinations on the planet. But who is the man behind our newest small ship? Buckle in as we unveil Mawson’s harrowing tale of survival on an Antarctic expedition during the heroic age of Antarctic exploration, which continues to inspire generations of explorers and adventurers. Read now: https://bit.ly/3vQJPhx Mawson's Huts Foundation 📸 Frank Hurley #AuroraExpeditions #DouglasMawson #History #PolarHistory #EarlyExplorers #AntarcticExpeditions #HeroicAgeOfAntarcticExploration
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From breathtaking icy landscapes to unforgettable encounters with wildlife, our dedicated team worked tirelessly to ensure that every moment across the 2023-24 Antarctic season was filled with wonder and awe. We asked expeditioners to share their most memorable moments from their voyage. Swipe through to see a few of our favourites, and get ready to be inspired to book your next adventure: https://bit.ly/49kPWYZ 📸 Adrian Wlodarczyk, Max Seigal, Matt Horspool, Richard I'Anson, Scott Portelli #Antarctica #AuroraExpeditions #ExpeditionTravel #MemorableMoments #TravelMemories #AntarcticExpeditions
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Our newest small ship, the Douglas Mawson, features a host of amenities to help you connect with like-minded travellers and elevate your time onboard this floating base camp for adventure. Swipe through to learn more about the Douglas Mawson and what you can expect onboard. To be among the first to embark on an incredible journey on our latest addition, pre-register your interest and enjoy an additional USD $1,000 per person* off your voyage: https://bit.ly/3vAoqZJ *T&Cs apply #DouglasMawson #AuroraExpeditions #ExpeditionTravel #GlobalDiscovery #XBow
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Introducing our revolutionary new small ship: the Douglas Mawson. Setting sail in 2025, the Douglas Mawson takes on average 154 adventurers to the world’s wildest places in smooth, quiet comfort. Named after the legendary Australian geologist and explorer, it embodies Mawson's pioneering spirit and is purpose-built for global discovery and off-ship adventures, featuring: • The latest and greatest Ulstein X-BOW® - the best by far, more fuel efficient and more agile! • Unrivalled interior design experience – with all the comforts • More cabin types including single cabins • Two restaurants and two bars • Two Jacuzzis, outdoor heated pool and pool bar, gym and sauna • Lecture Theatre, Citizen Science Center and multiple observation areas To be among the first to experience it, pre-register your interest and receive an additional USD $1,000 per person* off your voyage. Find out more about our new ship and pre-register now: https://bit.ly/3vAoqZJ *T&Cs apply #DouglasMawson #AuroraExpeditions #ExpeditionTravel #GlobalDiscovery #XBow
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Curious about the impact of our Citizen Science Program? 📊✨ Our Geologist and Citizen Science Coordinator, Marcos Goldin believes that "by engaging in Citizen Science, we can truly create a positive impact for the places we visit and their future protection." With a range of different Citizen Science projects, our expeditions offer unique opportunities for travellers to contribute to scientific research while exploring the world's most remote destinations. 🌱💧 Read Popular Science's article about how Grassroots efforts like Citizen Science projects play a crucial role in filling gaps in global biodiversity data and how you can get involved! https://bit.ly/4aqolXg 📸 Massimo Bassano #CitizenScience #Sustainability #TravelResponsibly #AuroraExpeditions #ExpeditionTravel #SmallShipExpedition
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Happy International Women's Day! 🌟 At Aurora Expeditions, we are proud to have leading representation of women in our workforce, with 61% of our team members identifying as female, including many of our expedition leaders, specialist guides and office staff. Today, we honour the incredible strength, resilience and achievements of women in our team around the world, and the fearless women who embark on unforgettable journeys with us, conquering the wild and embracing the spirit of adventure. 🌏🗺️ 📸 Pia Harboure, Tyson Mayr, Scott Portelli #InternationalWomensDay #IWD2024 #ChooseToChallenge #WomenInLeadership #TravelLeaders #AuroraExpeditions #ExpeditionTeam
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Every year during March, the B Corp community of 8,000+ businesses join together to celebrate everything it means to be a B Corp. Learn more about what a B Corporation is, what the certification means to us, and how we're leading the way and inspiring positive change. Learn more about our journey to certification: https://bit.ly/48VfMng #AuroraExpeditions #BCorpCertified #SustainabilityJourney #PurposeDrivenBusiness #TransparencyMatters #BCorpMovement #BCorp #BCorporation
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