Planning your Antarctica visit

Coast and interior are different journeys

A ship-based Peninsula voyage, an extended Ross Sea expedition and a fly-in interior programme have different gateways, accommodation and logistics. Choose the experience that matters to you before comparing a long list of places.

Ask questions about the actual departure

Confirm the vessel or camp, accommodation, planned activities, equipment, staff support and requirements for your party. Ask what is included, what is optional and how the plan changes when ice or weather affects access.

Allow room at the gateway

Use the operator’s advice when planning international connections and extra nights. An expedition’s schedule can change. Keep current entry requirements for your gateway country separate from the arrangements governing your Antarctic visit.

Prepare with the people operating the trip

Ask about the authorisations, medical preparation, insurance and emergency arrangements required for your programme. Follow the clothing and equipment instructions supplied for that journey. This page is a planning aid rather than an individual assessment of suitability.

People, science and considerate visiting

Researchers, logistics specialists, ship crews and field teams make human activity on the continent possible. Respect their work and keep clear of scientific equipment. Follow current biosecurity and wildlife briefings, and leave historic sites as you find them.

A comfortable night can take different forms

Ship cabins, seasonal tents and heated pods offer very different stays. Explore the real camp and pod options, and confirm the precise package directly with the operator.