Swan Hellenic is introducing its Antarctic Photography Program, an exclusive voyage-long experience for guests who want to develop their photography skills while exploring Antarctica. With nine specially curated departures available, this unique program offers a rare opportunity to capture the continent’s extraordinary landscapes and wildlife under the guidance of expert photographers.

Limited to a maximum of 10 participants per voyage, the program combines professional guidance, dedicated photographic opportunities, daily image feedback, and editing workshops. The program is available for £750 per guest.

"Antarctica is one of the most extraordinary places on Earth to photograph, but capturing its beauty and wildlife is also a matter of being in the right place at the right moment and knowing how to respond to constantly changing conditions," said Mario Bounas, Chief Commercial Officer of Swan Hellenic. "With our new Antarctic Photography Program, offered on nine cruises, we want to give passionate photographers the opportunity to go beyond simply taking pictures – to develop their skills, deepen their understanding of the environment, and create a more personal visual story of their journey.

"We are also pleased to announce that dedicated photography sailings will be launching in Asia-Pacific next summer season, extending this approach to a new region and offering guests fresh opportunities to develop their skills while discovering its extraordinary landscapes and marine paradises, as well as its wealth of diverse cultures."

The inaugural Photography Instructor will be Simon Ager, a Canadian British photographer published by National Geographic, a contributor to SeaLegacy, and a CanGeo Fellow Photographer. He has participated in Antarctic science expeditions for National Geographic and the Schmidt Family Foundation, worked on the post-production crew of BBC Wildlife on One, and is an experienced polar guide and expedition leader.

Simon Ager will lead the program during the Antarctic Peninsula Odyssey, from 24 November to 4 December 2026, onboard SH Vega.