Experience More of the World Aboard an O . A . T . Small Ship
ACCESS PORTS LARGER SHIPS CAN ’ T REACH
Our 16- to 210-passenger small ships are ideal for exploring the world , often docking in the heart of the places we visit — and even accessing ports that larger ships can ’ t reach . That means you and your small group of 20-25 maximum — guaranteed ( average of 22 ) get to spend more time immersing yourself in local customs . For example , you ’ ll discover Swedish daily life in Visby , an island that can only be reached by plane or small ship .
MAKE MEANINGFUL LOCAL CONNECTIONS
Unlike other cruise companies , which inundate ports with hundreds of travelers , our small ships are unobtrusive . Traveling in a small group also creates an environment that encourages friendly and authentic cultural interactions . So whether you ’ re sipping wine at a family-run vineyard in Italy or visiting a Highland cattle farm in Scotland , you ’ ll slip easily into this unfamiliar world .
12 2023 Small Ship Adventures
PRIVATELY OWNED OR CHARTERED FOR IMMERSIVE DISCOVERIES
All of the ships in our fleet can navigate narrow passageways and off-the-beaten-path ports , so no matter where you choose to travel , you can expect to feel fully immersed . What ’ s more , our 50-passenger Mediterranean small ships , 89-passenger M / V Clio , 98-passenger M / V Corinthian are privately owned by O . A . T ., which means we manage every aspect of your voyage — from your crew to your meals — to ensure they meet your expectations . And the 180-passenger M / V Ocean Diamond , which we ’ ve privately chartered for our Arctic Expedition , is also operated and fully staffed by O . A . T .
ZODIACS & TENDERS FOR ACTIVE DISCOVERIES
On our Expeditions in Patagonia and the polar regions , we visit remote regions that are only accessible by boat . In those cases , you ’ ll board a Zodiac craft or tender to reach the shore . Transferring to these vessels from your small ship will require agility , and you may get sprayed during your transfer or need to step in shallow water when disembarking . But if you ’ re physically suited , it ’ s a truly adventurous experience .