Antarctic Logistics & Expeditions

04/25/2025

Happy World Penguin Day! Today and every day we celebrate these beautiful creatures who dazzle us with feats of endurance, dedication, and resiliency. We have been respectfully visiting emperor penguin colonies in Antarctica for over 25 years, and it's always a privilege to see the tallest penguin species in action.

📸: David Rootes

04/24/2025

The idea behind Antarctica Ambassador day is to empower people to use their knowledge and passion in support of Antarctica. This international day was created by IAATO in 2022, and it is not just for those who have had the privilege of going there: it’s for anyone with the desire to educate others about it and the willingness to advocate for its protection. Whether that’s making small changes at home, sharing about your Antarctic travels, or educating your community, we are thrilled to witness more people get excited about the importance and beauty of Antarctica.

📸: David Rootes

04/22/2025

Happy Earth Day! We hope to inspire you to celebrate our beautiful planet every day, whether that means experiencing nature, learning more about our shared ecosystem, or traveling to gain new perspectives. 📸: Glenn Singleman

04/17/2025

Flying in Antarctica presents unique aviation opportunities: from B757s that land on the meticulously maintained blue-ice runway at our main camp, to Baslers and Twin Otters that fly our guests and staff within the interior, and the mighty Ilyushin that flies cargo and supplies. Flying in these distinctive planes allows us to access more remote destinations, so we can show you the beauty of Antarctica.

04/15/2025

Antarctica has an incredible history attached to skiing. Many of the first explorers used skiing as a way to reach the South Pole and find new paths through tricky terrain. Our guests have the option to ski in legendary footsteps with our Last Degree Trip, following experienced guides to the South Pole, or explore the continent from higher elevations and first tracks with our Ski Antarctica experience. Plus being able to tell your friends that you’ve skied in Antarctica sounds pretty amazing.

📸: Nick Lewis

04/11/2025

While they are most definitely cute, did you know that each year the male emperor penguins go 65-75 days without food, in the Antarctic winter? They do this while protecting their eggs, which they balance on their feet to keep them off the snow. These fascinating birds survive the harshest of winters, and we are so thankful we can visit them and respectfully observe their amazing life cycle.

📸: Wilson Cheung, David Rootes

04/09/2025

Camping at the South Pole in Antarctica is incredibly special; allow us to show you some of the beauty and highlights from this trip. We’re the only tour operator to have a camp at the South Pole, which allows our guests the opportunity to soak in the full range of emotions from reaching the southernmost location on Earth. Some camp facts include:

- Your tent is heated for comfortable sleeping

- The physiological altitude (how high it feels) at the South Pole is roughly 11,000ft (3300m).

- At the ceremonial South Pole, you'll find flags representing the 12 original signatory nations of the Antarctic Treaty, surrounding a metallic sphere marking the pole.

04/07/2025

Want to experience true luxury in the interior of Antarctica? A family reunion, a business vacation, and more special get-togethers have been celebrated in the beauty of our Three Glaciers Retreat. Pop champagne, take a leisurely cross-country ski, or visit the famous South Pole. Immerse yourself in the ultimate Antarctic wilderness, surrounded by pristine views, untouched spaces, and profound silence.

📸: Chris Michel

04/04/2025

While there are no polar bears in Antarctica, the white continent holds about 5 million penguins. Antarctica is also the only continent without reptiles. If you are interested in more Antarctica fun facts and Antarctica happenings, sign up for our newsletter on our website.

📸: David Rootes

04/02/2025

What's it like to reach the southernmost point on the globe? We will let these pictures speak for themselves. We pride ourselves on our South Pole trips, as this adventure-of-a-lifetime deserves a highlight and a spot on your calendar.

📸: Ron Aguilar

03/27/2025

Skiing has a long history in Antarctica, from the first explorers to present day adventurers. Whether you are looking to connect to the land with Antarctica’s untouched powder with glorious mountain views, or long stretches of glaciated cross-country travel, your favorite trip of the year is waiting.

03/24/2025

Destination: Union Glacier Camp, Antarctica. Here you can explore the interior of Antarctica, learn about the explorers who first ventured onto this continent, and experience the beauty of the southernmost location on the globe.

03/21/2025

The United Nations has declared March 21st as the "World Day for Glaciers" and 2025 as the "International Year of Glaciers' Preservation" to raise global awareness about the critical role of glaciers, snow, and ice in the climate system. Worldwide, glaciers cover about 10% of the Earth’s land area, and Antarctica accounts for about 85% of this total cover. We interact with glaciers daily in Antarctica, and over the past 40 years have worked hard to share their beauty and the importance of their preservation with travelers, scientists, athletes, and more.
📸: Christopher Michel

03/18/2025

As part of global recycling day, we understand the importance of reusing, recycling, and reducing. In our efforts to have a no more than minor or transitory impact on Antarctica’s environment, we’ve created a unique shower system at our camps. Melting locally sourced snow, we have custom-built structures that allow guests to bath using running water. This ‘bucket’ system allows guests and staff to periodically get clean, while minimizing waste of one of Antarctica’s most scarce resources. In addition to our shower system, other efforts to reduce waste include using the 24-hour sunlight to warm tents and power our solar panels. We believe that responsible and sustainable tourism should ensure Antarctica remains as pristine and majestic for future generations as it is today.

03/17/2025

The South Pole was a place of mystery for generations. Expeditions discovered different methods of crossing hundreds of miles to arrive at the famed location, and now you can soak up the experience with an overnight stay at this incredible point on the map. Whether you want to brush shoulders with scientists, experience an incredible location few get to see, or feel connected to the explorers who have come before us, the South Pole is not to be missed.

📸: Adam Ungar, Bryan and Cherry Alexander, Christopher Michel, ALE

03/14/2025

Penguins, as dapper as they may look, have a reason behind their colors. Their black backs allow them to camouflage into the dark sea when viewed from above by a hungry seal, while their white bellies blend into the sky when viewed from below by killer whales. This is called countershading and allows these birds to escape predators and further their survival on the rugged continent of Antarctica.

📸: Sue Flood & Russ Hepburn

03/12/2025

If your favorite parts about travel include meeting fascinating people, experiencing a unique landscape, and feeling connected to history, then Antarctica is ready for you.

03/06/2025