Ocean Albatros
The Ocean Albatros boasts generously sized cabins and communal spaces. Coupled with a comprehensive wellness area, it creates a comfortable base for Antarctic exploration.
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Why book your Antarctic cruise with Swoop?
- We’ve been helping our Indian travellers get to the White Continent for many years, so we’re well tuned to what's important to you: family-friendly, hassle-free trips with great service, value for money and high comfort at their core
- Through our long-standing partnerships with all the Antarctic ships, we've got access to the most competitive pricing & best deals
- With over 150 Antarctica voyages under our belts as a team, we have unrivalled polar experience and can help guide you through the complexity of choice on offer
- We provide a fully assisted travel service, from dedicated support as you prepare for your trip to taking care of all your travel logistics from the moment you arrive to when you leave
- We work with the widest choice of ships, including all the luxury Antarctic cruise brands with their focus on excellent service and generous amenities
Swoop says
In the 2022-23 season, 753 travellers from India experienced Antarctica, and this figure is set to grow exponentially from the increasing demand that we’re experiencing.
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Travelling to Antarctica from India
Where to visit?
Antarctica offers a thrilling range of different experiences and places to visit. While accessing the continent's Ross Sea region via Australasia makes sense geographically, these cruises are long, require many days at sea and there are only a handful of departures each January and February.
For the widest choice of ship, departure date and pricing, it's best to travel to Antarctica via South America. By departing from Chile or Argentina, you also have the option to:
Either sail or fly to Antarctica
Extend your trip to include the Antarctic Circle or the wildlife paradise of South Georgia.
Sailing on a zodiac boat
Pricing & discounts
Trips to Antarctica range from $6,000 per person for a shared quad berth to $100,000 per person to fly to the South Pole – and there’s an incredible range in between.
This is where Swoop can help you find exactly the right trip to suit your budget and brief. For more details, read our guide to Antarctic costs.
If you're looking for great value, there are competitively priced options and extra incentives available on state-of-the-art expedition ships, including those with balconies and generous inclusions. Our Polar Specialists can help guide you to the best deals available.
Photography on a zodiac cruise in the Antarctic Peninsula
Seamless pre & post-voyage support
We understand that travelling to Antarctica is a big trip, requiring a long journey to arrive at the starting line in South America, but rest assured that our experienced team will take care of you every step of the way.
From the moment you arrive to when you finally depart, we will strive to make your adventure seamless, from arranging English-speaking guides to booking well-located hotels and restaurants in South America, and taking care of any dietary requirements.
Comfort & amenities
The last five years has seen a radical upgrade in the comfort levels and onboard amenities of Antarctic ships – and all without a corresponding step up in pricing.
Cabins with private balconies have increasingly become the norm, and guests benefit from every vessel having an active stabilisation system for smoother sailing during sea days.
Hot tubs, treatment rooms and a choice of onboard dining venues are also becoming more common.
Plus, the choice and size of cabin categories have grown significantly, to cover every budget and requirement.
Jacuzzi on deck
Antarctic cruise ships
SH Vega
SH Vega offers laidback Scandi elegance with a contemporary boutique feel, for those wanting style and comfort without ostentation.
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Silver Endeavour
With luxury, comfort and exceptional service as the foundations of its onboard experience, Silver Endeavour is one of the most expensive expedition ships ever built.
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Seabourn Pursuit
This elegant and very capable 264 guest ship boasts innovative design throughout and the unique opportunity to explore Antarctica with its submarines.
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Another advantage of the new fleet of Antarctic ships is that more are offering convenient interconnecting cabins for family groups.
You can also choose from a selection of larger suites with a sitting room and even a dining area to spend quality time together in private on board your vessel.
Zodiac excursion from your vessel
Food on board
We know that getting the food side right is important, and you can rest assured that all of the ships we work with are experienced and competent at taking care of every dietary requirement: vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, lactose-intolerant and kosher, as well as specific food allergies. Please talk to us about any specific food requirements you may have.
We can also source and pre-book suitable restaurants for you in South America.
Dining on board
Swoop says
I always enjoy helping to plan an Antarctic trip with my customers from India as the contrast is so mind-blowing, and I love hearing all their amazing stories when they return home.
Daniel Brooks Antarctica Specialist
Antarctic logistics
Getting to Antarctica
Trips to the Frozen Continent depart from both Argentina and Chile. To simplify which country and airport you need to fly into from India:
- If you are sailing to Antarctica from the port of Ushuaia, fly to Buenos Aires in Argentina.
- If you are flying to Antarctica as part of a Fly & Cruise trip, fly to Santiago in Chile.
You will need to make one plane change, and potentially two, depending on your choice of airline. The majority of routings from India include a European city stop, which could provide you with the opportunity to stay overnight and explore. Connections through London, Paris and Madrid are all possible, or you could choose to stop in the US.
Visas
Travelling to Antarctica from Argentina
Indian passport holders must apply for a 90-day tourist visa either online or at the Argentinian embassy in New Delhi. You will need to start the application process at least 4 weeks before the date you expect to travel.
Travelling to Antarctica from Chile
Indian passport holders will need to apply for a 90-day tourist visa either online or in person at a Chilean embassy in India. Citizens with a valid six-month US multiple-entry visa can obtain a visa on arrival in Chile.
King penguins in the early morning at St Andrews Bay
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Antarctic cruise costs explained
Antarctica is the destination of a lifetime. Our guide offers everything you need to know about how much an Antarctic cruise costs, whatever your type of trip.
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What to wear in Antarctica
It's important that you have everything you need before you set sail for Antarctica. Read our advice on what to pack in order to be prepared for the White Continent.
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When to go to Antarctica
Choosing when to go to Antarctica is a key part of planning a cruise, with each month of the season offering a different side of the continent.
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What to expect on an Antarctic cruise
From stepping foot on polar shores to zodiac cruises, and wildlife encounters to adventure activities, here’s what you can expect from an Antarctic cruise.
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