Orion Expedition Cruises

"A path less traveled" – the credo of Orion Expedition Cruises – describes the experience you'll have aboard an Orion Expedition vessel. Each ship, the Orion and the Orion II (coming March 2011), carries only 100 passengers, allowing for an intimate experience.

Since its inaugural voyage into the Kimberly in 2005, Orion Expeditions has continued to develop a collection of off-the-beaten-path journeys into locations larger cruise ships simply cannot access. Venturing to destinations such as Papua New Guinea, New Zealand, the sub-Antarctic (think Galapagos), Island Sea of Japan, Russia's Far East, Antarctica, and many more, Orion is well on its way to uncovering every nook and cranny of the most remote and unreachable places on the globe.

Each Orion Expeditions journey -- be it to the Bigge Island in the Kimberly, Snares Islands in the sub-Antarctic or the Sepik River in Papua New Guinea for a visit to the Watam Village -- provides expert expedition leaders and speakers, from marine biologists to award-winning chefs and everything in between. Once the ship has taken you as far as it can, the 10-passenger (or less) Zodiacs are lowered and deliver you ashore. After the conclusion of the day's adventure, you will return to the comforts of fine dining, casual dress codes, and 5-star accommodations.

Orion offers truly amazing expeditions for the novice and seasoned traveler alike. Call or email us today to learn more!