Meet Aurora Expeditions’ Douglas Mawson: Redefining Modern Exploration

Aurora Expeditions’ newest purpose-built small ship, the Douglas Mawson, is making waves, earning a coveted spot on TIME’s list of the World’s Greatest Places for 2026 and the prestigious Condé Nast Traveler 2026 Hot List.

Designed for ultimate comfort and incorporating enhanced sustainability elements, the Douglas Mawson features the revolutionary Ulstein X-BOW® for smoother, more stable voyages, plus indulgent amenities such as a heated outdoor pool, Jacuzzis, and sauna. Accommodating just 154 passengers (130 on expedition) for an intimate, immersive experience, travelers can choose from 10 exterior stateroom and suite categories, perfect for solos, doubles and triples.

Equipped with advanced eco-conscious technologies like virtual anchoring and microplastic filtration, this state-of-the-art vessel sets a new benchmark for responsible travel. Your clients can explore from Antarctica to the Arctic, with the cultural coastlines of Europe and the jungles of Central America in between, aboard a ship where adventure, innovation, and sustainability meet.

Discover the Douglas Mawson 

2026-05-07 14:33:55

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