Beyond the decks, Antarctica’s raw beauty beckons you to unleash your inner explorer. From kayaking through tranquil ice floes to shore landings that challenge you to trek paths few others have before, our aquatic and land excursions immerse you in the transcendent wilds of this isolated destination.
Experiences are dependent on weather and yacht location.
Atlas takes you closer to your environment as you embark on one of the custom-made Zodiacs made for World Voyager ™, World Traveller ™ and World Navigator ®. Cruising Antarctic coasts, your knowledgeable experts guide you through the continent’s many wonders. As your Zodiac driver navigates the waters, stop and listen to the natural sounds that surround you. At first, you might think it’s all silence, but if you focus, the cries of snow petrels echo in the distance. You may encounter marine wildlife while out on the water, so focus on the soft but distinct rush of water and watch for the bubbles just before a breach. This is an essential excursion that truly gives you a pure feeling of triumphant exploration.
All Expedition Experiences operate if weather permits. Occupancy is limited. If you need to make a cancellation, you must do so no later than 72 hours before your sailing date.
Connect with your wild side as you plunge into the icy waters of Antarctica, much like the seals and penguins of the continent. The moment of truth comes as you approach the edge of the platform and prepare to make the jump. But with your fellow explorers cheering you on, it’s easy to take on the challenge. And feel free to be a spectator as you cheer on your fellow explorers while they take the dive.
All water and land programs operate if weather permits.
Alongside a kayak master, experienced kayakers have the opportunity to set off through Antarctica’s unspoiled waters. Our kayak masters help you navigate the ice floes as you make your way through the water channels that bring you close to nature. With their guidance, you can safely cruise through the waters, perhaps even coming close to penguins as they dive from the ice floes into the sea. Kayaking offers a unique point of view of The White Continent as each paddle stroke takes you further from the ship and deeper into the heart of Antarctica. As you rush through the waters with your kayak, the astonishing blues and whites of the icebergs take your breath way. But take a few minutes to be still as well, because that’s when incredible moments can take place, like the possibility of a whale breaching the water’s surface mere feet away from your kayak.
If you’re an experienced kayaker looking for a bit of a challenge, then paddling is a more easily controlled kayak. Guided by a kayak master amid a small group, this excursion gives you the opportunity to find your personal moment amid the epic landscapes and drifting ice floes. It’s an opportunity to glide through Antarctica’s waters and perhaps come close to seals and whales as they swim nearby. Your kayak master helps you spot wildlife as you navigate the waters and gives you the chance to appreciate the wondrous beauty of these animals as you connect with Antarctica’s nature.
Experience authentic Chilean and Patagonia culture with a three-course dinner at the local restaurant El Arriero. Embark on a comfortable coach that will take you through picturesque scenes of Punta Arenas to your culinary adventure at a ranch-style restaurant.
Surrounded by a genuinely friendly ambiance, a feeling of celebration abounds as you and your fellow explorers become immersed in the country’s culinary tradition of asado (barbecue). Upon arriving and throughout your dinner experience, you will also enjoy a performance of regional folk songs and dances.
With delicious flavors, enticing aromas and the energizing rhythms of Chile’s folk traditions, this FREE cultural immersion is a total feast for the senses.
Before embarking on your exhilarating expedition to Antarctica, marvel upon scenes of subantarctic Patagonia at the southernmost national park, also a UNESCO World Heritage Site and International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) park. It is one of many national parks that protects these famous regions.
Journey through Tierra del Fuego’s natural beauty from the comfort of a coach. Extraordinary wildlife has made the region home, like the Magellanic woodpeckers of the forests, offering nature lovers a delightful slice of Patagonia wildlife. The region is home to at least 50 bird species, including the austral parakeet and Andean condor. Eagles can sometimes be seen soaring over the Beagle Channel. Mammals such as the guanaco, red foxes, muskrat and even small South American camel have been seen wandering the landscapes of the park.
Your expedition guide may lead you to dedicated points for the best views and instruct you on how to properly interact with wildlife at a safe distance so that you leave only footprints behind. Pique your curiosity with field interpretations on location.
All water and land programs operate if weather permits.
You could spend a night camping in Antarctica for a once-in-a-lifetime experience that you will never forget. This is one of the few encounters that truly brings you as close to the continent and its raw beauty as possible. Expedition guides build the camp in the afternoon as you spend a day exploring the grounds. Before settling in for a night in the camp, you have one last chance to grab a hot meal and shower on board. Once the Zodiac brings you back to shore, it’s a truly wild experience as you and your fellow adventurers are left with required gear, drinking water, and a few extra layers of clothing for warmth.
Discover the cultural highlights and local color of the renowned city of Buenos Aires, led by a knowledgeable, local guide. Explore the neighborhoods of San Telmo and La Boca, each with their own unique and vibrant personality. Delve into the rich history of the city with stops in Plaza de Mayo (May Square), the oldest public square in Buenos Aires, and Recoleta Cemetery, where the rich and famous of the past are buried. Experience quintessential Buenos Aires with a dazzling evening at a tango show and delicious dinner.
Before your journey to the jungle begins, take in some of the cultural highlights of Buenos Aires. Enjoy a walking tour of Recoleta Cemetery, where the rich and famous of the past are buried. Then, immerse yourself in the spectacular scenery of the Iguazú Falls – one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World and also declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the awe-inspiring Devil’s Throat, the largest curtain with 14 waterfalls in the shape of a horseshoe. Take an exciting Zodiac safari, coming close to the rushing waters of these magnificent waterfalls.
The Global Penguin Society’s clever acronym, GPS, provides a little hint at what they do. On select expeditions, join a GPS conservationist aboard an Antarctica expedition as they engage you with talks about tracking, monitoring, and informing vital conservation efforts for ensuring the future of the world’s penguin populations. Working in partnership with the Wildlife Conservation Network – an organization that supports conservationists who ensure wildlife and people coexist and thrive – GPS’s mission is to protect all 18 species and their ecosystems in the Southern Hemisphere by generating sound science, management guidelines and education.
Join us in partnership with ORCA as a Citizen Scientist aboard our 2023/2024 Antarctica expeditions on World Navigator®. ORCA is a whale and dolphin conservation charity that works around the world with the mission of protecting the ocean through this special and exciting program.