Savor the thrill of crunching through the pack ice. Kayak for eye-level encounters with humpback whales and Gentoo penguins. Land on the 7th continent.
Shoot with an onboard National Geographic photographer. And thanks to our expert staff and tools for exploration, you can actively engage with the awe-inspiring wilderness.
Every day you'll make Zodiac forays and landfall on pristine beaches, hike with your favorite Naturalists, and encounter penguins and other wildlife.
While many ships only carry one or two kayaks, our fleet of 36 double kayaks means everybody aboard can get out exploring swiftly and surely: for up-close encounters with the ice and its creatures.
Explore Antarctica through your viewfinder, in the company of top National Geographic Photographers on board. Get inspiration, advice and your best shots ever.
The Antarctic summer can be surprisingly balmy – from November to March temps are often 25-35°F, with occasional 40° days.
Share the experience with our expert staff and Guest Speakers in our Global Perspectives program, who add relevant insight and personal experience to the expedition community.
You are welcome to visit the Bridge any time during your voyage to observe our Captain and officers' mastery at navigating the many varieties of Antarctic ice.