Antarctica
Earth's last true wilderness—a continent without nations, without permanent inhabitants, only ice and wildlife.
Antarctica represents the ultimate expedition destination. Here, icebergs tower like cathedrals of frozen light, penguin colonies number in the hundreds of thousands, and the silence is broken only by calving glaciers thundering into the Southern Ocean. From the accessible Antarctic Peninsula to the deep wilderness of the Ross Sea, each voyage offers encounters with a landscape that has remained largely unchanged since humans first set eyes upon it.
November to March (Antarctic summer)
10-35 days depending on route
Emperor and Adélie penguin colonies, Leopard seals and humpback whales, Historic huts of Scott and Shackleton
Choose Your Journey
Antarctic Peninsula
The most accessible part of Earth's last wilderness—where icebergs tower like cathedrals, penguin colonies number in the...
South Georgia
The Serengeti of the Southern Ocean—where king penguins gather in colonies of hundreds of thousands, elephant seals crow...
Ross Sea
The most pristine marine ecosystem left on Earth—reached only by the most capable vessels. The Ross Sea offers historic ...
Weddell Sea
The frozen sea where Shackleton's Endurance was crushed—home to tabular icebergs the size of cities and emperor penguin ...
Expedition Luxury at Sea
Polar expeditions require specialized vessels—ice-strengthened hulls, expert expedition teams, and the capability to navigate some of Earth's most challenging waters while maintaining the highest standards of comfort and service.
- Ponant Le Commandant Charcot
- Scenic Eclipse
- Silversea Silver Endeavour
- Lindblad National Geographic
Encounters at the Poles
- Emperor and Adélie penguin colonies
- Leopard seals and humpback whales
- Historic huts of Scott and Shackleton
- Zodiac cruises among icebergs
- Continental landings
Ready to explore Antarctica?
Polar expeditions book 12-18 months in advance. Let us secure your place on the journey of a lifetime.