79 Expeditions to Antarctica typically depart from Ushuaia, Argentina, to make the 750-plus mile journey across the Drake Passage to the icecovered continent. Antarctic itineraries offer unrivalled opportunities to explore its landscape and geological wonders. AE Expeditions (part of Aurora Expeditions) provides a diverse excursion programme including snorkelling, scuba diving, snowshoeing, ice camping, skiing and alpine trekking. The region remains a popular expedition destination for the cruise line, which has also released new voyages to East Antarctica and the Ross Sea, departing from Hobart, Australia, and Dunedin, New Zealand. Other popular activities in Antarctica include Zodiac excursions, kayaking and wildlife watching. “Our goal is to get guests off the ship and out into the polar landscapes as often as possible,” says Sarah Schlederer, account manager for the UK and Ireland at Quark Expeditions, who highlights unique experiences like paddleboarding with penguins and flightseeing over glaciers as available activities. The Arctic offers a similar sense of icy adventure, along with historical culture with stunning landscapes. “Ilulissat is the storybook Arctic town with a staggering natural backdrop,” says Steffan Danino of Albatros Expeditions. “Just a short walk from town lies the Unesco World Heritage Site of Ilulissat AE Expeditions offers a range of itineraries that explore Antarctica
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