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Unexpected Path, Unforgettable Place: Antarctica Basecamp

A giant iceberg at Wilhelmina Bay.
A giant iceberg at Wilhelmina Bay.
I can’t believe I’m finally writing this after returning from the most incredible trip to Antarctica. I don’t think I’ll be able to top this trip anytime soon—it’s going to be hard to beat! It’s been a dream, and the opportunity to do it as part of a basecamp trip was too good to pass up. The frozen beauty of this continent was beyond anything I could have imagined. Every single day was packed with so many highlights and adventures, from kayaking between icebergs, mountaineering and camping to spotting incredible wildlife up close. Come along as I take a trip down memory lane at some of the coolest moments from my Antarctica adventure. Can't wait to share more of this trip with you all!
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Unexpected Path, Unforgettable Place: Antarctic Basecamp

Apr 30, 2025
My first full view of the Antarctica Peninsula by Wilhelmina Bay.
My first full view of the Antarctica Peninsula by Wilhelmina Bay. (Chern De Leon)
I can’t believe I’m finally writing this after getting back from the most amazing trip to Antarctica. It honestly feels like a dream. I don’t think I’ll ever be able to top this experience, it was that special!

Visiting Antarctica has always been something I hoped to do one day, and when the chance came to go on a Basecamp trip, I couldn’t say no. It was the perfect mix of adventure and beauty. The frozen landscape was more stunning than I ever imagined. Each day was packed with something incredible like kayaking between huge icebergs, spotting wildlife, and even camping on the continent!

One of the best parts was how active the trip was. We weren’t just looking at the scenery from a ship, we were out there in it. Paddling through quiet waters, hiking up snowy ridges, and setting up camp in the snow made me feel really connected to the place. Camping overnight in Antarctica was a once-in-a-lifetime experience I’ll never forget.

The wildlife was amazing too. We saw penguins up close (they’re just as funny and curious as you'd hope), along with seals and whales. Every moment felt like a scene from a nature documentary, but we were actually there, living it.

This trip reminded me how beautiful and wild our planet is and how lucky we are to experience it. It pushed me out of my comfort zone in the best way, and I came home feeling inspired, refreshed, and full of stories to tell.

I’m so excited to share more about this adventure, so stay tuned for all the highlights, photos, and little moments that made it so unforgettable!
 

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