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Mawson's Antarctica

Ship: Douglas Mawson   
Departure: Friday, December 12, 2025
Nights: 23 nights
Departs: Hobart
Returns: Dunedin
One Way Trip
One
way trip
Duration
23
Nights
Days at Sea
17
Sea Days
Ports
4
Ports
Countries Visted
3
Countries
  • Itinerary

    Mawson's Antarctica

    Ports of call

    To find out more about the itinerary for this cruise, select the itinerary items below.

    Day Date Port of Call Arrival Departure
    1 Friday, December 12, 2025 Hobart, Australia Embark
    View of Hobart, Australia

    Hobart is the capital of Australia’s island state of Tasmania. Tasmania is located at the southernmost part of Australia. Hobart was founded in 1803, making it the 2nd oldest city in the country, after Sydney, New South Wales and was first established as a penal colony for British convicts. Read more about Hobart, Australia

    2 Saturday, December 13, 2025 Hobart, Australia
    View of Hobart, Australia

    Hobart is the capital of Australia’s island state of Tasmania. Tasmania is located at the southernmost part of Australia. Hobart was founded in 1803, making it the 2nd oldest city in the country, after Sydney, New South Wales and was first established as a penal colony for British convicts. Read more about Hobart, Australia

    3 Sunday, December 14, 2025 At Sea
    4 Monday, December 15, 2025 At Sea
    5 Tuesday, December 16, 2025 At Sea
    6 Wednesday, December 17, 2025 Macquarie Island, Australia
    View of Macquarie Island, Australia

    Macquarie Island is a sub-Antarctic island (54.5 deg.S) that is part of the state of Tasmania, Australia, located in the Southern Ocean. It lies 1500 km from Tasmania, and 1000 km from New Zealand. The island is rectangular, 32 km by 5 km, running N-S. Read more about Macquarie Island, Australia

    7 Thursday, December 18, 2025 Macquarie Island, Australia
    View of Macquarie Island, Australia

    Macquarie Island is a sub-Antarctic island (54.5 deg.S) that is part of the state of Tasmania, Australia, located in the Southern Ocean. It lies 1500 km from Tasmania, and 1000 km from New Zealand. The island is rectangular, 32 km by 5 km, running N-S. Read more about Macquarie Island, Australia

    8 Friday, December 19, 2025 At Sea
    9 Saturday, December 20, 2025 At Sea
    10 Sunday, December 21, 2025 At Sea
    11 Monday, December 22, 2025 East Antarctic Coast
    12 Tuesday, December 23, 2025 East Antarctic Coast
    13 Wednesday, December 24, 2025 East Antarctic Coast
    14 Thursday, December 25, 2025 Commonwealth Bay, Antarctica

    Commonwealth Bay is an open bay about 48 km wide at the entrance between Point Alden and Cape Gray in Antarctica. It was discovered by the Australian Antarctic Expedition under Douglas Mawson in 1912. The main base of the expedition was established at Cape Denison at the head of the bay. Read more about Commonwealth Bay, Antarctica

    15 Friday, December 26, 2025 Commonwealth Bay, Antarctica

    Commonwealth Bay is an open bay about 48 km wide at the entrance between Point Alden and Cape Gray in Antarctica. It was discovered by the Australian Antarctic Expedition under Douglas Mawson in 1912. The main base of the expedition was established at Cape Denison at the head of the bay. Read more about Commonwealth Bay, Antarctica

    16 Saturday, December 27, 2025 At Sea
    17 Sunday, December 28, 2025 At Sea
    18 Monday, December 29, 2025 At Sea
    19 Tuesday, December 30, 2025 At Sea
    20 Wednesday, December 31, 2025 New Zealands Subantarctic Islands
    21 Thursday, January 1, 2026 New Zealands Subantarctic Islands
    22 Friday, January 2, 2026 New Zealands Subantarctic Islands
    23 Saturday, January 3, 2026 At Sea
    24 Sunday, January 4, 2026 Dunedin, New Zealand Disembark
    View of Dunedin, New Zealand

    Dunedin is the principal city of the Otago Region of New Zealand. It was founded in 1848 by Scottish migrants, and today the city still contains many Scottish relics, including a statue of the Scottish Bard Robbie Burns. Fine examples of working heritage include the Speight’s Brewery, the Gasworks Museum and the very popular Taieri Gorge Railway. Read more about Dunedin, New Zealand

  • Ship

    Douglas Mawson Overview

    Douglas Mawson

    Designed for global discovery.

    Setting sail in 2025, Douglas Mawson is the newest ship in the Aurora Expeditions fleet. This purpose-built vessel will redefine small-ship expedition cruising. Named after the legendary Australian geologist and explorer, this small ship embodies Mawson's pioneering spirit and has been designed for global discovery.

    Featuring the streamlined Ulstein X-BOW, the ship can cut through swell, offering unrivalled stability on ocean crossings to help reduce fuel consumption. The Douglas Mawson can take a maximum of 130 adventurers onboard their expedition departures and just 154 on their small ship cruises, all in smooth and quiet comfort. Built for adventure, the Douglas Mawson features zodiac access points and an activities platform that make boarding the zodiacs as quick as possible, getting you closer to the action for longer.

  • Cabins

    Douglas Mawson Cabins

    Captain's Suite

    Captain's Suite

    Captain's Suite on the Douglas Mawson Captain's Suite on the Douglas Mawson

    Cabin Types

    CS

    Cabin amp; balcony combined size: 45.22m2 (486.7ft2).The largest of all rooms, the singular Captain's Suite will take you to the polar regions in ultimate style and comfort. Complete with large lounge area, balcony, walk-in wardrobe and en-suite, you'll need to get in early to secure this suite.

    Junior Suite

    Junior Suite

    Junior Suite on the Douglas Mawson Junior Suite on the Douglas Mawson

    Cabin Types

    JS

    Cabin amp; balcony combined size: Up to 41.47m2 - 41.87m2 (446.4ft2 - 450.7ft2).The four Junior Suites take in some impressive scenery from their vantage points on Deck 7. When you aren't enjoying a landing, you can relax in the suites' separate lounge area, or just watch the world float by from the private balcony.

    Balcony

    Balcony

    Balcony on the Douglas Mawson Balcony on the Douglas Mawson

    Cabin Types

    BS1, C, B, Asi, A, ASSu

    Stateroom amp; balcony combined size: 27.77m2 - 36.27m2 (298.9ft2 - 390.4ft2)With a bit more room to stretch the legs, the Balcony Stateroom Superiors are perfect for polar adventurers who travel with plenty of gear.Located on Deck 4 and 6, the Staterooms feature floor to ceiling windows, en-suite bathrooms and a comfortable desk area.

    Oceanvew

    Oceanvew

    Oceanvew on the Douglas Mawson Oceanvew on the Douglas Mawson

    Cabin Types

    ATW1, ATR1, ASS1, AS1

    Stateroom size: 15.37msup2; - 15.97msup2; (165.4ftsup2; - 171.9ftsup2;)The Douglas Mawson features two Aurora Stateroom Twin cabins featuring windows, all with private en-suites. Located on Deck 3, they're close to the mudroom and loading platforms, perfect for adventurers who are looking for a comfortable base that's close to the action.

  • Deck Plans

    Douglas Mawson Deck Plans

    Legend

  • Promotions

    Current Cruise Deals for Douglas Mawson

    Aurora Expedition Experience

    Aurora Expedition Experience

    Explore your passion for adventure with Aurora Expeditions and receive:

    • Complimentary meals and beverages.
    • Complimentary 3-in-1 polar jacket on polar voyages.
    • Travel in small groups, enjoy zodiac cruises, guided walks and some other activities.
    • Expert guides that are highly acclaimed expedition specialists.
    • Captain’s Welcome and Farewell drinks including four-course dinner with beverages.
    • Complimentary access to onboard expedition doctor and medical clinic (initial consult)

    Terms & Conditions apply.

Cabin Availability

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Oceanvew at the Douglas Mawson

Oceanvew

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Balcony at the Douglas Mawson

Balcony

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Junior Suite at the Douglas Mawson

Junior Suite

From $47375
Captain's Suite at the Douglas Mawson

Captain's Suite

From $75549

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  • Mawson's Antarctica

    Cruiseline: Aurora Expeditions Ship: Douglas Mawson Departure: Friday, December 12, 2025 Nights: 23 nights Departs: Hobart Returns: Dunedin

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