CHIMU Adventures founder Greg Carter has announced the launch of his new budget-focused polar line, Terra Nova Expeditions.
Voyages will set sail in Dec 2026 aboard St Helena, a former mail vessel, which has been turned into a 98-passenger polar expedition ship.
St Helena (pictured), which is open for bookings now, is designed for more frequent and longer shore excursions than larger ships, with lower passenger numbers per voyage than other polar expedition operators.
Key to Terra Nova’s expeditions will be its “world-first” day sailing experience, which will offer guests the opportunity to explore Antarctica aboard a second, eight-passenger vessel called Icebird.
The day sailings will include lunch, activities, and landings completely separate from the rest of St Helena’s passengers.
Icebird can be used as a platform for diving, skiing, and a host of other activities.
Terra Nova is also rolling out cruise-and-sail combinations aboard Icebird, which will see passengers cross the Drake Passage aboard St Helena, before transferring to the smaller ship for six nights.
Snowshoeing, kayaking, Zodiac cruises, hiking, and camping will also be included aboard Terra Nova expeditions, while the ship will be equipped with See-LEVEL VR headsets, which are designed to reduce seasickness.
All activities are included in the trip cost, as are drinks during meals, onboard yoga and wellness, wi-fi, and gratuities.
Joining Carter for the launch of Terra Nova is Chief Commercial Officer and former Quark Expeditions Global Head of Sales Beth Mercier, and a wider team including seasoned expedition staff both on board and ashore.
Prices start from US$8,790 per person – CLICK HERE for more. MS
