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Antarctic Peninsula

When the mountains reach the sea along the Antarctic Peninsula they discharge huge glaciers into the narrow fjords and sheltered bays. This hauntingly beautiful part of the Antarctic provides a haven for the greatest concentration of wildlife on the continent. We have scheduled five days to explore the deep bays and fjords of the western Antarctic Peninsula. With regular landings using our zodiacs, we walk among the multitude of penguin rookeries and seal colonies in the vicinity of Deception Island, Gerlache Strait, Paradise Bay and the Lemaire Channel. There are also ample opportunities to identify the sheer variety of sea birds and sight Humpback and Minke Whales as they surface close to our boat. Our time on shore will also include visits to scientific stations and historic sites, as well as an option for the adventurous to camp out for the night on the ice.