"The thing that is most beautiful about Antarctica for me is the light. It's like no other light on Earth, because the air is so free of impurities."
- Jon Krakauer
Best time to visit Antarctica
The cruise season runs from late October to late March.
Antarctica highlights
Venture to Antarctica, the highest, driest, coldest and windiest continent on Earth.
Flight time
Fly to Ushuaia, Argentina (23+ hours) or Punta Arenas, Chile (19+ hrs) to board a cruise.
Visa required?
No visa is required for Antarctica and Australians do not need a visa for stays in Argentina of up to 90 days.
Currency
There is no currency, except for the currency of the ship you are on.
Your luxury Antarctica holiday awaits
Your luxury Antarctica holiday awaits
Like the great explorers Amundsen, Scott, and Shackleton, today’s travellers are drawn to this vast, otherworldly realm. Covering 20% of the Southern Hemisphere, Antarctica is a living gallery of sculpted blue icebergs and a landscape unlike anything you've seen – home to penguins, seals, and orcas.
Your luxury Antarctica holiday awaits
Your luxury Antarctica holiday awaits
Our advisors recommend journeying to Antarctica by expedition cruise. Depart from Ushuaia or Punta Arenas to navigate the Drake Passage toward the Antarctic Peninsula, Lemaire Channel, or Weddell Sea. Voyages may also explore the Falklands, South Georgia, or East Antarctica from Hobart or New Zealand.
Your luxury Antarctica holiday awaits
Your luxury Antarctica holiday awaits
Antarctica offers unforgettable off-ship adventures. Smaller vessels reach closer to shore, while larger ships use rigid inflatables. We love that you can stand-up paddleboard, kayak, hike, ski and even camp on the ice. Enjoy optional helicopter and submarine tours for deeper exploration in this wondrous place.
“One of my favourite things from my Antarctic cruise is participating in a Citizen Science project. Under the guidance of the experts on board, I record bird sightings, take seawater samples and monitor weather. Knowing my Antarctic experience is helping the planet, makes it even more enjoyable.”
Lisa Clarke
Lewis & Turner Travel Associates, North Adelaide, SA
“In Antarctica, the silence is profound. The sheer magnitude of nature's power humbles even the most seasoned traveller. Take a Zodiac expedition cruise to see massive icebergs up close in areas like the Lemaire Channel and Paradise Bay, then join a private tour and go snowshoeing across untouched landscapes. You’ll literally walk in the footsteps of the first Antarctic pioneers. Wild!”
Meaghan Wolf
Wolf & Turner Travel Associates, Blackburn, VIC
“The polar plunge is almost a rite of passage for Antarctic cruisers so I decided to do it, as many of my clients have. It’s a breathtaking (literally!) experience, and I enjoyed the lead up with fellow passengers encouraging me to take the leap. It is safe and while it is bone-joltingly cold, Warming up in the sauna with floor-to-ceiling glass views — followed by a soak in the hot tub — made the experience even more unforgettable!”
Christine Bottrell
Ashmore, Harris & James Travel Associates, Canterbury, VIC
Flights to Antarctica
We feature a hand-picked selection of flights to Antarctica. Get in touch and our expert advisors can access any holiday experience and design your dream holiday, personalised to you.
Antarctica holiday range
We feature a hand-picked selection of our luxury travel range and holiday packages to Antarctica. Get in touch and our expert advisors can access any holiday experience and design your dream holiday, personalised to you.
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Luxury Cruises
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Immersive Tours
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Flights
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Luxury Stays
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Exclusive Holiday Packages
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Luxury Rail Journeys
With luxury rail holidays, it's about the journey, not the destination – and our advisors’ expert recommendations will have you slowing down and savouring the ride.
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Discover Antarctica
Travel Range
Luxury Cruises
From ocean to river, expedition or ultra-luxury cruising - set sail on your perfect cruise holiday, matched to you by your local Travel Associates cruise expert.
See all Luxury Cruises
Immersive Tours
Travel deeper with a luxury tour: connect with culture, uncover stories, and see the world with ease with an expert guide by your side.
See all Immersive Tours
Flights
Browse our collection of expertly curated flight options below for inspiration, or let our Travel Associates experts handle every detail for you.
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Exclusive Holiday Packages
Explore our collection of exclusive holiday packages below, with everything you need for a one-of-a-kind holiday.
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Luxury Stays
Your luxury holiday deserves a luxury hotel that's just as memorable – and your Travel Associates advisor knows just the place.
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Luxury Rail Journeys
With luxury rail holidays, it's about the journey, not the destination – and our advisors’ expert recommendations will have you slowing down and savouring the ride.
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