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HX Expedition Cruising - a sample of 'Safari at Sea'

Alexandra Ashton on 05 May 2026

A 60 second snapshot of my wonderful trip aboard the hybrid MS Fridtjof Nansen, Antarctic explorer ship, whilst she was repositioning in Europe after an icy season in polar regions.

Three unforgettable days aboard the magnificent MS Fridtjof Nansen with an incredible crew of travel professionals and @hxexpeditions expert expedition leaders, fresh from her Antarctic season ❄️🌍

From Hamburg to the wonderfully quirky Heligoland — seals basking on the shore 🦭, extraordinary birdlife 🐦, fascinating WWII history, hidden bunkers, and a plucky little island town full of character.

What makes HX expedition cruising so special is that the focus is always beyond the ship itself. Citizen science 🔬, lectures, maps, learning, discovery, curiosity, and travel with real purpose. The expedition team and onboard knowledge centre completely transform the experience.

And yet… total comfort awaits after every adventure ✨ Sauna, pool, hot tubs, gym, beautiful lounges, and even a vintage-inspired suite that lets you follow in the footsteps of the world’s great explorers ⚓️

Every detail, every piece of kit, and every person onboard is there to make these voyages true bucket-list expeditions.

Safari at sea, with purpose and perspective.

If expedition cruising is on your radar, get in touch — I’d love to help you plan your own adventure 🌎✈️

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