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Epic Adventures

Exploring Antarctica by submarine

Antarctica is a beautiful place no matter how you explore it, but every expedition cruise offers a variety of different ways to experience the continent. You can walk near penguin rookeries on a remote landing, cruise past spectacular icebergs in a zodiac or kayak and even spend the night camping out on your own private […]

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Planning & Tips

Snorkeling in Antarctica

There are plenty of ways to explore Antarctica by cruise ship. Taking a zodiac cruise through its bays to pull up at a landing site to step foot on the continent – maybe taking in a penguin colony or two – will always remain the essential experience. But today’s expedition cruise ships offer plenty of […]

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Planning & Tips

Is kayaking in Antarctica for you?

During my years in the world of Polar travel, I’ve been fortunate enough to have many extraordinary experiences. I’ve been part of more than 130 Antarctic expeditions, spent almost a year of my life sailing the Drake Passage, and worked as a zodiac driver, guide and assistant expedition leader. Of these amazing encounters, there is […]

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Reviews

Matt’s Peninsula Cruise: Kayaking & Camping

Matt returned in December 2014 from his 12-day Peninsula Voyage, sailing with the Sea Explorer.  Here he tells us about his experience in Antarctica, which included exploring the coastline by kayak and camping overnight beneath the mid-night sun. What were the highlights of your trip? The highlight of the trip is a hard one. Kayaking […]

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