Current expedition

Deep-Sea Habitats of the Cook Islands

October 1 – 21, 2025

Applications are open to join the Nautilus Exploration Program for 2026! Formal and informal educators are invited to apply to be Science Communication Fellows while students and early career professionals can apply to our Science and Engineering Internship Program. 

Current Status
Exploring Now
Update
Join us for our final dive with ROV Little Hercules of this cruise and expedition season! We started at a depth of around 3700 meters and are now exploring along the northwestern side of Aitutaki Island and have since reached the summit of a seamount. Please join in on the journey and part of the conversation by submitting your questions or comments!   
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Ship Location
Waters of the Cook Islands
Our team is in the control room and ready for your questions!

Current Watch

Video Engineer

Atalanta Pilot

Hercules Pilot

Hercules Pilot

Navigator

Scientist

Data Logger

Communications