Crabeater Seal, Iceberg, Icefloe, Antarctic Peninsula

Antarctic Peninsula

The Peninsula is the first sight of continental Antarctica that greets travellers crossing the Drake Passage.

The Peninsula is the first sight of continental Antarctica that greets travellers crossing the Drake Passage. It is a mere spit of land in relation to the overall immensity of the continent, but it packs a punch.

The western coast of the Antarctic Peninsula is strewn with dramatic ice cliffs, rugged islands and spectacular coves and bays, all of which can be observed from expedition zodiacs or on foot. Paradise Bay is no misnomer, with pristine scenery and beautiful light, and the Lemaire Channel is so dramatic that it earned the nickname of Kodak Alley (before the onset of digital photography!). This is a place where you feel like you can touch the sides as you sail though it on a small expedition ship, and skuas and Adelie penguins are found in vast numbers.

Diver, Antarctica
Diver, Antarctica

No Ordinary Adventure

Explore Bransfield Strait by zodiac for dramatic views of the icy peaks and glaciated mountains of continental Antarctica, or take a polar plunge in the icy waters of Paradise Bay – exhilarating or bonkers, depending on your outlook. Kayak among icebergs in Wilhelmina Bay, photograph penguin rookeries on Cuverville Island, or cruise south along the peninsula’s spectacular coastline.

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Browse the Great White Continent

We have created and curated these voyage ideas to get you inspired. Browse through them and find something that is the spark for your unique adventure to the Antarctic Peninsula.

Experiences

Things to do, places to explore and moments to experience.

Scroll to discover some of our most remarkable travel experiences in Antarctica, South Georgia and the Falkland Islands, from diving to photographing busy penguin rookeries.

Polar Plunge, North Pole
Antarctic Peninsula

The Polar Plunge

Plunge in the icy Antarctic waters of Paradise Bay, a completely exhilarating (and somewhat bonkers) way to experience the cold continent.

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Kayaking, Icebergs, Antarctica
Antarctic Peninsula

Icy Water Kayaking

Navigate alongside icebergs in Wilhelmina Bay, looking out for curious penguins and whales, or embark on an overnight camping expedition.

Camping in Antarctica
Antarctic Peninsula

Camp near the South Pole

For a truly extraordinary and utterly unique experience, fly in to a specially constructed camp near the South Pole.

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Adelie penguins, Antarctica
Antarctic Peninsula

Penguins of the Weddell Sea

Discover the clearest sea waters on earth, home to millions of penguins that include Adélies and emperors.

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Diver, Antarctica
Antarctic Peninsula

Diving in Antarctic Waters

Don a dry suit and take a dip in the icy cold waters of Antarctica to dive or snorkel with curious penguins and marvel at the ice beneath the surface.

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Trekking, Antarctica
Antarctic Peninsula

Snow Adventures in Antarctica

Try snowshoeing across the icy white plains of Antarctica, a challenging but exhilarating sport.

Leopard seal, Antarctica
Antarctic Peninsula

Aperture on Cuverville Island

Head out on a photography tour on Cuverville Island, known for its deafeningly noisy penguin rookeries.

World War 2 Gun Relic, Ordnance Point, Falkland Islands
Antarctic Peninsula

Falkland Battlefields

Explore the battlefields of the 1982 conflict.

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Gypsy Cove, Falkland Islands
Antarctic Peninsula

Walk on Gypsy Cove

Explore the stunning coastal paths and inland hills for magical sea views.

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King Penguins, Volunteer Point, Falkland Islands
Antarctic Peninsula

Photography in the Falklands

Make the most of the light clarity in the Falkland Islands, as it provides wonderful opportunities for photographers and artists.

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Ernest Shackleton's Grave, South Georgia
Antarctic Peninsula

Explorers of Antarctica

Learn the fascinating history of the early explorers, perhaps visiting both the iconic huts and graves (and snow tombs) of Ernest Shackleton and Robert Falcon Scott.

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Emperor Penguins, Antarctica
Antarctic Peninsula

Navigate the Ross Sea

Sail through the remote ocean region that is home to emperor penguins, orca whales, and leopard seals, and see the largest floating body of ice in the world.

Meet our experts

A passion for travel runs right through every one of our experts - meaning they're always ready with first-hand insight about their specialist countries.

Sue Grimwood

The vast continent of Antarctica is Sue’s happy place. Immune to the pungent smell of penguin poo and the halitosis of elephant seals, she fell in love with its seemingly endless snowscapes, icebergs the size of stadiums and fascinating history of the explorers.

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John Faithfull

It is not often that John struggles with words, but this is a destination that left him speechless.

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