From the moment it was discovered, Antarctica has held an irresistible allure for intrepid explorers. The bold exploits of legendary pioneers like Scott, Shackleton and Amundsen have fuelled its mystique, inspiring generations to venture into this untamed wilderness.
On this unforgettable day, you’ll cruise past Antarctica's stunning icy mountains before stepping ashore by zodiac to immerse yourself in the polar wilderness. With ample time to explore, this voyage ensures you experience the magic of this awe-inspiring landscape up close.
Back on-board Scenic Ikon, enjoy a warm specialty tea or coffee and continue to take in the spectacular views.
Remote and otherworldly, Antarctic is irresistible for its spectacular iceberg sculptures and calving glaciers, and for the possibility of up-close encounters with marine mammals and the iconic penguins. The Antarctic Peninsula – the main peninsula closest to South America – has a human history of almost 200 years, with explorers, sealers, whalers, and scientists who have come to work, and eventually intrepid visitors coming to enjoy this pristine and remote wilderness. It is a region of protected bays, unscaled snow-capped mountains, vast glaciers and a few places where whalers or scientists have worked. Just as irresistible are the many Gentoo and Chinstrap Penguin colonies, the seals basking on ice floes, the whales and orcas.
Start Time
Feb 24 12:00AM NZDT