The most accessible region of Antarctica, the Antarctic Peninsula, consists of an 800km long mountain chain, the highest peaks rising to approximately 2,800m, and numerous off-lying islands. The peninsula is the focus of most cruises into the region, offering dramatic scenery of glaciers, icebergs and Antarctic mountains, as well as a stunning variety of wildlife.
Longer Antarctic voyages can include visits to the Falkland Islands, where you can hike the rugged terrain; South Georgia, to explore the fjords, glaciers and snow-capped mountains; and the South Orkney Islands, which serve as a base for Antarctic exploration.
These Antarctic cruises combine history, scenery and wildlife – you will see the greatest concentration of polar wildlife in the southern hemisphere, including the largest king penguin colonies on the planet! Visiting the Antarctic Peninsula and its neighbouring islands, you may see rookeries of Gentoo, chinstrap, Magellanic, rockhopper, Macaroni and king penguins, as well as leopard, elephant and fur seals. Sea birds seen overhead include southern giant petrel, Wilson’s storm petrels, blue petrel, imperial cormorants and black-browed albatross, while in the water you may see orca, humpback, minke or fin whales.
This is truly the last wilderness on the planet, virtually untouched by humans, and you can travel there in comfort. Call us today for more information - +44(0)1822 600 600