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PLA26-26, trip log, Antarctica - Discovery and Learning Voyage
Sunlight slid across the water and picked out detail in the ice-blue textures of the coast. The same landscape that had looked austere minutes earlier suddenly felt crisp and alive.
HDS26-26, trip log, Antarctica - Discovery and learning voyage
Large colonies of Adélie penguins and gentoo penguins occupied the rocky slopes, busily nesting and tending to their chicks.
OTL26-26, trip log, Antarctica - Basecamp - free camping, kayaking, snowshoe/hiking, mountaineering, photo workshop
Who were the first sea kayakers to paddle Antarctica in 2026? Chances are it was us!
HDS25-26, trip log, Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Antarctica
Thousands upon thousands of these remarkable birds were everywhere, as far as the eye could see.
Captain Cook's Voyage to the Antarctic – an Overlooked Polar Legacy
Captain James Cook was born in 1728 in Yorkshire, England. He rose from humble beginnings to a British naval career.
PLA25-26, trip log, Antarctica - Basecamp
Light snow fell steadily as we worked, laughter echoing across the quiet bay while we prepared our sleeping kits.
Why should I visit Antarctica in February on an expedition cruise?
Throughout February, you can expect around 18–20 hours of daylight, giving you plenty of time for exploration, wildlife spotting, and photography.
OTL25-26, trip log, Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Antarctica
As guests stepped ashore, they were immediately greeted by the unmistakable sounds of king penguins, echoing across the bay.
A Cultural Guide to Ushuaia: Nature Experiences & Wildlife Spotting
Our expedition team has put together a list of their highlights from the region, including examples of wildlife you may spot along the way!
HDS24-25, trip log, Antarctica - Basecamp
Surrounded by ice, wildlife, and giants of the ocean, we were reminded exactly why we explore.
A Cultural Guide to Ushuaia: Art, Monuments & Museums!
Our expedition team has put together a handy guide to the cultural hotspots and must-dos of Ushuaia - ideal for your next trip to the place known as the 'end of the world!'
OTL24-25, trip log, Weddell Sea - In search of the Emperor Penguin, incl. helicopters
Jess spotted an Emperor Penguin on an ice floe. That was the best view we’ve had so far on the trip.
The Birth of Polar Legends – the Belgian Antarctic Expedition of 1897-1899
Led by the pioneering Belgian naval officer Adrien de Gerlache, the Belgian Antarctic Expedition, known as the Belgica Expedition, was full of firsts, immense challenges, and the proving ground for several members who would go on to define the Heroic Age of Antarctic Exploration.
HDS23-25, trip log, Antarctica - Basecamp
It was a day that captured the full drama and beauty of Antarctica — an experience impossible to forget.
PLA23-25, trip log, Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Antarctica
As we headed up the valley, we found a large colony of King Penguins—a rookery of approximately 20,000 breeding pairs.
A Cultural Guide to Ushuaia: Cafés, Restaurants, and Souvenirs!
Our expedition team has put together a handy guide, sharing some of Ushuaia's best cafés, restaurants, and souvenir shops.
OTL23-25, trip log, Weddell Sea - In search of the Emperor Penguin, incl. helicopters
A wave of great excitement ran through the ship when it was announced that a lone emperor penguin had appeared on the ice just off our starboard side.
HDS22-25, trip log, Antarctica - Discovery and learning voyage
Neko Harbour was our first continental landing on Antarctica, a milestone that carried a sense of pride and awe for everyone.
OTL22-25, trip log, Weddell Sea - In search of the Emperor Penguin, incl. helicopters
We got an incredible visitor joining us at that exact moment, an emperor penguin!
Your Expedition Guide to the Antarctic Peninsula
This expedition guide details everything you need to know about the Antarctic Peninsula, one of the most accessible parts of Antarctica, and the stage for some of our most immersive polar adventures.
OTL21-25, trip log, Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica - Photographic Special
The beach was alive with movement and sound as southern elephant seals lounged along the shore and king penguins filled the air with their brassy calls.
Your Expedition Guide to the Sub-Antarctic
We have put together a handy guide, covering the what, where, and why of the sub-Antarctic, specific to the areas of our current operation, between South America and the Antarctic Peninsula.
