Discover Antarctic Travel
Your complete guide to exploring the frozen continent
Types of Antarctic Experiences
Choose the adventure that fits your travel style
Expedition Cruises
The most popular way to explore Antarctica
- •Duration: 10-21 days
- •Best for: First-time visitors
- •Season: November-March
- •Includes zodiac landings
Fly-Cruise Options
Skip the Drake Passage and fly directly
- •Duration: 8-10 days
- •Best for: Limited time travelers
- •Season: December-February
- •More time on continent
Photography Tours
Specialized expeditions for photographers
- •Duration: 12-18 days
- •Best for: Photography enthusiasts
- •Expert guides & workshops
- •Extended landing times
Adventure Add-ons
Camping, kayaking, and mountaineering
- •Duration: 14-21 days
- •Best for: Active adventurers
- •Kayak among icebergs
- •Camp on Antarctic ice
What You Can See & Do
Activities available in Antarctica
Zodiac Cruising
Navigate between towering icebergs
Penguin Colony Visits
Witness thousands of penguins
Whale Watching
Encounter humpbacks and orcas
Wildlife Photography
Capture incredible moments
Research Stations
Visit scientific outposts
Kayaking
Paddle in pristine waters
Wildlife Viewing Ethics
Follow IAATO guidelines for responsible Antarctic travel
Keep 5 meters from wildlife
Don't approach nesting sites
Never feed or touch animals
Stay on marked paths
No drones without permits
Leave no trace
Keep 5 meters from wildlife
Don't approach nesting sites
Never feed or touch animals
Stay on marked paths
No drones without permits
Leave no trace
When to Visit
Antarctica's seasons explained
November
Early Season
- •Spring in Antarctica
- •Penguin courtship displays
- •Ice breaking up
- •Fewer crowds
December - January
Peak Season
- •24-hour daylight
- •Penguin chicks hatching
- •Warmest temperatures
- •Most wildlife active
February - March
Late Season
- •Whale season peak
- •Penguin fledglings
- •Dramatic autumn colors
- •Better weather
Where You Can Go
Popular Antarctic destinations
South Shetland Islands
Most visited area, abundant wildlife
Falklands & South Georgia
King penguin colonies and elephant seals
Ross Sea
Remote, pristine, historic huts
Weddell Sea
Emperor penguins and tabular icebergs
Photography Tips
Capture Antarctica like a pro
Camera Settings for Ice & Snow
Overexpose by +1 to +2 stops to capture snow detail
Protecting Gear in Cold
Keep spare batteries warm and avoid condensation
Golden Hour Magic
24-hour daylight means extended golden hours
Dealing with Spray
Waterproof covers essential on zodiac rides
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