Our Fly & Cruise trips to Antarctica are scheduled during the southern hemisphere’s summer, from November to March, when the weather is mildest and wildlife is most active. This timing provides the optimal experience for our travelers.

Our packages include daily guided excursions such as Zodiac cruising among icebergs and calving glaciers, wildlife watching for penguins, seals, and whales, and options for kayaking, snow shoeing and polar plunges. Onboard presentations by experts are also included to enrich your understanding of the region.

A complete packing list will be provided but it’s important to know that Antarctica requires layers that can handle extreme wind, cold and potentially wet conditions. Essential items include waterproof pants and jackets, quality down jackets, thermal underwear, gloves, a warm hat and sunglasses. Your fee includes specialized gear like sturdy waterproof boots and walking sticks so you can take comfort in the fact that you won’t need to pack these items.

Our small sub-group aboard the Ocean Nova is limited to 12 participants but the ship fits a maximum of 67 passengers and has the lowest client to crew ratio in the industry. This small group size ensures a more personalized and in-depth experience, allowing for closer interaction with our guides, experts and expedition staff.

You can rest assured that our first priority is to fully prepare you for what you’ll see and experience on this adventure.  Complete information on packing tips, photo gear, preparation and more will be provided in the form of an Expedition Portal where you’ll have your own login and can study up at your leisure in advance of the trip.