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Entering Drygalski Fjord

Antarctica Cruise and Travel Information: The Long and Short of It

Learn about the different types of Antarctica cruises, ships, and trips available. Find the best Antarctica cruises for your particular interests, budget, and needs.
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Gorgeous views of Greenwich Island and the wildlife on shore.

Best Time to Visit Antarctica: Month-by-Month Guide

The travel season in Antarctica is during the summer, which runs from November through March. January and February are considered the best months to go on an Antarctica cruise due to better weather and excellent wildlife viewing opportunities.
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A giant iceberg at Wilhelmina Bay.

Unexpected Path, Unforgettable Place: Antarctica Basecamp

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 …
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Orne Harbor mirrored reflective surface - water is calm, Antarctica

Solo Trip to Explore Antarctica

A journey to the Antarctic Peninsula in early December that avoids crossing the Drake Passage.
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I and my family (printed photo) in Petermann Island, Antarctica! :)

Meant to be in ANTARCTICA!

This incredible destination, the seventh continent is the farthest trip anyone could imagine. I'm ecstatic to share my journey with you, a once-in-a-lifetime experience that surpassed all my expectations.
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A colony of Gentoo penguins tilts their heads up in the snow in the South Shetland Islands, Antarctica.

The Ultimate Adventure - Antarctica

Its long been a dream to visit the White Continent but even still this adventure was beyond my wildest dreams.
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Happy in Antarctica

Snow Hill Safari
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Antarctica Wildlife

Antarctica expeditions offer amazing wildlife viewing opportunities - whales, seals, and penguins are just a few of the species you will encounter! Learn more about the variety of wildlife that could possibly join you on your adventure. We have also included helpful resources about wildlife to determine when to plan your trip.
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A leopard seal peeks at us over ice

The Diverse World of Antarctic and Arctic Seals

Seals belong to the group of animals called pinnipeds (which also includes walruses and sea lions, though the latter are absent from Antarctica). They thrive in the nutrient-rich waters of the polar regions, which demonstrates their extraordinary adaptation to extreme weather conditions. This adaptability is evident in the distinct physical …
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The Ross Sea Ice Shelf is Antarctica's largest ice shelf.

Historic Huts from the Exploration Age in Ross Sea

The Ross Sea is a region located in the Southern Ocean near Antarctica. Its significance stems not only from its geographical accessibility, but also from the legacy of the historic huts that remain standing on its shores and nearby islands. These huts are important connections to early 20th-century polar expeditions and provide valuable insights …
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Scott Base, surrounded by the frozen Ross Sea

Why Visit the Ross Sea?

The Ross Sea is a vast region along the Antarctic coastline that provides a largely uncharted Antarctic experience. Unlike the more frequently visited Antarctic Peninsula, the Ross Sea offers a journey into a more remote, pristine, and historically significant part of the continent. This area is regarded by scientists as one of the clearest …
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Ross Sea, Antarctica - Aerial View with Pack Ice and Icebergs.

Ross Sea: A Unique Antarctic Adventure

The Ross Sea is located 320 kilometers from the South Pole and is known as one of Antarctica's most ecologically vital regions. This bay is rich in biodiversity and serves as a habitat for many marine species. Each year, approximately 200 visitors go to this destination to explore the environment, geological formations, and wildlife that this …
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Two Glacier Mountains reflecting in the Svalbard water, cloudy day.

Exploring the Antarctic Peninsula aboard the Sea Spirit

An adventure along the Antarctic Peninsula with my husband following in the footsteps of famous explorers of the Heroic Age, spying out penguin colonies and experiencing once in a lifetime observations of Humpback and Minke Whales!
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dolphins playing hide and seek in Drake Passage on way to Ushuaia

Navigating the Drake Passage - The Drake Shake vs. Flying to Antarctica

Sailing the Drake Passage is an epic adventure crossing one of the world's most famed, and dangerous waterways on the voyage to Antarctica.
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Antarctica in a Nutshell

Kevin's Sixth Antarctic Experience

Having spent five seasons working for the US Antarctic Program on the Ross Sea side of Antarctica, it has long been time to finally visit the Antarctic Peninsula on a cruise. With Aurora Expeditions offering a 13-day fly-cruise that spent nine full days exploring the Peninsula, aboard the brand-new Greg Mortimer, the perfect opportunity had …
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Selfie on a Zodiac Half Moon Island, Antarctica

Chile + Antarctica

My friend and I had the chance to journey to the southern hemisphere to sail the coast of Chile and on down to Antarctica!
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Antarctica, you wow me.

My Journey to Antarctica

Molly and I were able to visit many places on our trip. We explored Buenos Aires, visiting our friends and local office, experienced a Tango Show, made our way to Uruguay for a day, and had lots of empanadas. We spent a few days in beautiful Ushuaia, the gateway to Antarctica. This small town still has a lot to offer for a traveler on their …
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Gorgeous ice formations on our last day of the Antarctica cruise

Torres del Paine and Antarctica Fly Cruise

My husband and I traveled to Patagonia and Antarctica for an epic three-week adventure to celebrate our 20-year anniversary. We visited Ecocamp Patagonia, and then flew from Punta Arenas south to King George Island in the South Shetland Islands. Here we boarded the newly christened Sylvia Earle and cruised around the Antarctic Peninsula and …
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crowded beach

The Best Time to Visit South Georgia Island

The best time to visit South Georgia Island is during the months of November, December, and January when the king penguin population is at its peak, whales swim in the open water, and the wandering albatrosses are in residence. South Georgia Island is also colloquially called the "Antarctic Oasis" due to the massive number of wildlife that visits this island.
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Best Antarctica Expedition Cruise Lines

Antarctica expedition cruises offer exciting adventures for travelers with a thirst for exploration who want to see the “white continent” and all the wonders it has in store - from seals, whales, and penguins to giant ice sheets. Recent years have seen significant growth in the number of cruise lines visiting Antarctica, and these …
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Witness incredible wildlife migrations

Top 5 Wildlife Destinations

What are the top five destinations if you want to see incredible animals? At the top of our list: Africa, Antarctica, the Galapagos Islands, Alaska, and Costa Rica! Spread across five distinct ecological zones from the northernmost tip of the globe down to its frigid south pole, Adventure Life has tours that will immerse you in the best wildlife.
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Polar bear balances on the ice in the Arctic

Wildlife Guide to Polar Regions

Which polar region is home to penguins? Or how about those elusive narwhals? Before your travels, it will be helpful to learn more about the different species that inhabit the polar regions of the Arctic and Antarctica. You may be surprised to learn the differences!
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Antarctic tour of Half Moon Island

Top Places to Visit in Antarctica

When you make your expedition to Antarctica, you join a privileged and small group of people who have dared to embark on this journey. Cruises to Antarctica depart from either Ushuaia, Argentina, Invercargill, New Zeland, or Punta Arena, Chile. Accessible only by expedition ships, some of the most popular destinations on a visit to Antarctica are:
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We walked on a glacier!

Pat-artica!

Patagonia and Antarctica! They go together like Peanut Butter and Jelly, like Penguins and Ice... like Coke and Fernet? We had an action packed adventure! We hiked to amazing heights and through beautiful scenery and cruised through an unique ecosystem.
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