Oceanwide Expeditions

Oceanwide Expeditions, founded in 1993, is a Dutch company specialising in polar expeditions to the Arctic and Antarctic. Based in Vlissingen, the company owns and manages a fleet of ice-strengthened vessels, including m/v Plancius, m/v Ortelius, m/v Hondius and s/v Rembrandt van Rijn. These vessels are designed to offer small, flexible itineraries that immerse passengers in polar wildlife, landscapes and historical sites. Oceanwide Expeditions focuses on land-based, wildlife-centred and activity-intensive expeditions, offering activities such as hiking, kayaking, mountaineering, skiing, diving, camping and photography workshops. The company is committed to environmental sustainability and conservation and works closely with organisations such as the Association of Arctic Expedition Cruise Operators (AECO) and the International Association of Antarctic Tour Operators (IAATO) to promote responsible tourism practices in these fragile environments. With over three decades of experience, Oceanwide Expeditions continues to provide immersive and educational polar experiences for adventure travellers worldwide.