SH Vega

Step aboard SH Vega, Swan Hellenic’s elegant 5-star expedition ship, and discover a world where luxury meets true exploration. Purpose-built in 2022, Vega combines Scandinavian design with cutting-edge polar technology, carrying just 152 guests for an intimate and enriching adventure.

With her Polar Class 5 hull and hybrid-ready engines, she is crafted to glide effortlessly through the planet’s most remote icy waters, taking you further into pristine wilderness. Zodiacs and kayaks bring you close to wildlife, while inviting lounges, panoramic observation decks, and a warm expedition spirit surround you with comfort. On SH Vega, every journey is both indulgent and deeply transformative.

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SH Vega

Luxury sister ships, SH Vega and SH Minerva, form Swan Hellenic’s ‘Vega Class’ of expedition cruise ships. They are perfectly suited to polar immersion, offering a small-ship, yacht-like feel, ice-class capability for deeper polar exploration, spacious observation areas, expert expedition teams, immersive wildlife encounters and a refined yet relaxed onboard ambience.

Incredible onboard spaces

Take a look at the fantastic spaces on board, from gourmet restaurants and relaxing lounges to cosy cabins and spacious outdoor areas.

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Our favourite SH Vega destinations

Callao

Callao is a Peruvian port city located in the Lima Metropolitan Area. Founded in 1537 by Spanish conquistador Francisco Pizarro. It was originally named San Gabriel de Callao, after the Archangel Gabriel. It is Peru's chief port and the country's main naval base. The city is also the capital of Callao Province and is Peru's second-largest city, after Lima.

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Antarctica

Whether it’s photographing penguin colonies, witnessing colossal glaciers collapse into the sea, or simply soaking in the ethereal silence of this pristine land, Antarctica promises an unforgettable journey for explorers of every kind.

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Tromso

Set in a magnificent landscape of dramatic snow-capped mountains with a rocky shoreline Tromsø is a lively town characterised by unusual old wooden houses street music cultural events and the most pubs per capita in Norway. It is the capital of the north and a bustling metropolis in comparison to the surrounding fishing communities along the northern coast of Norway.

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Arctic

Come for the Aurora Borealis or stay for the magic of the midnight sun. The Arctic promises an unforgettable escape where nature, culture and now, luxury, converge. Whatever your hobby, desire or dream.

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Activities onboard SH Vega

Kayaking

For those slightly more adventurous explorers, navigate jagged coastlines, twisting icebergs and concealed coves

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Zodiacs

Looking for that once in a lifetime upclose encounter with a whale? The answer is right here.

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Hiking

There is no better way to get to the heart of a destination than a hiking excursion.

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Call us on 0161 513 8200 for a free expedition consultation

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