Antarctica | World Expeditions

MV Ushuaia and Crabeater Seal | Alex Cearns Houndstooth Studio

When is the best time to visit Antarctica?

Which month is best for your Antarctica cruise? It depends on your interests! Here's our handy guide to help you decide when to take the voyage south.

King penguins on South Georgia | Peter Walton

Antarctica: where to find the best wildlife encounters

From fur seals to Adélie penguins, here's how to get up close and personal with Antarctica's greatest creatures.

A perfect day in the Antarctic Peninsula | Peter Walton

Choosing your Antarctica expedition: compare cruises

Spoilt for choice when planning your once-in-a-lifetime trip to Antarctica? Read our tips to help narrow down the options to the right one for you

Image: Alex Cearns Houndstooth Studio

5 things you may not know about Antarctica

Last winter, adventure travel expert Shawn Weller had the opportunity to travel to Antarctica, ticking off the last continent off his list. Find out about the unexpected surprises he encountered on the white continent.

King Penguin parade on South Georgia | Richard I'Anson

How to get the most out of your Antarctica trip

Which Antarctica do you want to see? The one with abundant wildlife encounters? The one where the sun never sets? Or the one which takes you to the water to go kayaking, snorkelling or even diving?

Join Dr Karl on our exclusive cruise to Antarctica | Dr Karl Kruszelnicki

Dr Karl on why Antarctica is so special

With an enthusiasm for science, nature and wildlife, no one is better able to convey the wonder of the Antarctic than Dr Karl Kruszelnicki.

The Overland Track offers well maintained boardwalks to protect the fragile environment | Chris Buykx

7 adventurous summer holiday ideas

Whether you’re after milestone memories, wildlife encounters, philanthropic community projects or family tours, your perfect summer holiday starts here.

We undertake numerous shore excursions while exploring the peninsula | Peter Walton

Cruising to Antarctica FAQs

Want to know when is the best time to travel to Antarctica, or the best gear to bring? We answer the 11 biggest questions about voyaging to Antarctica.

Join Dr Karl on our exclusive cruise to Antarctica | Dr Karl Kruszelnicki

On the couch with Dr Karl

He often has the answers to the questions you’ve yet to ask. Find out what makes the brilliant mind of Dr Karl tick and learn about the exclusive new Antarctic cruise he’ll be escorting for World Expeditions.

Polar bear relaxing at Drem-Khed on Wrangel Island | Rachel Imber

Wrangel Island: Polar Bear Maternity Ward & More

Wrangel Island is nicknamed ‘polar bear maternity ward’. On an Arctic holiday, chances are high you’ll spot a few. Plus other remarkable wildlife of the Arctic!

Spectacular views from the ship | Scott Pinnegar

Traveller Stories: A Kyrgyz in Antarctica

This student from Kyrgyzstan may well be the first of his country to visit Antarctica. Read all about his Antarctica trip in our Traveller Stories series.