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Antarctica Wildlife & Polar Travel Guide

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It's time to break the ice (literally) on that long-awaited trip to the white continent, Antarctica! Here, you'll find some helpful information for planning your trip, including everything from where to start planning to the more specific Antarctica travel FAQs & which ship to choose. The highlight of most Antarctica tours is seeing the tough Antarctic wildlife like penguins, seals, seabirds, and a variety of other whale species, among others. Of course, a trip to Antarctica could also feature stops in South Shetland Island & the Falkland Islands or even Chile and Argentina, and our staff has put together some great resources for those destinations as well. 
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Historic Huts from the Exploration Age in Ross Sea

The Ross Sea is a region located in the Southern Ocean near Antarctica. Its significance stems not only from its geographical accessibility, but also from the legacy of the historic huts that remain standing on its shores and nearby islands. These huts are important connections to early 20th-century polar expeditions and provide valuable insights …
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Ross Sea: A Unique Antarctic Adventure

The Ross Sea is located 320 kilometers from the South Pole and is known as one of Antarctica's most ecologically vital regions. This bay is rich in biodiversity and serves as a habitat for many marine species. Each year, approximately 200 visitors go to this destination to explore the environment, geological formations, and wildlife that this …
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Top Things to See and Do in the Falkland Islands - Top Attractions & Experiences

Discover the top things to see and do in the Falkland Islands. (100 characters) Explore the top things to see and do in the Falkland Islands.
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Best Things to Do at Deception Island

Explore the top sights of Deception Island, including its volcanic beaches, historic whaling stations, and abundant wildlife. If it has any tags with double brackets, rewrite the meta description without variables or brackets and edit it again confirming it has less than 140 characters and no brackets or tags: Discover the stunning volcanic beaches, historic whaling stations, and abundant wildlife of Deception Island.
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Top 10 Things to Do and See in Antarctica: A Complete Guide

Discover the top 10 attractions in Antarctica and start planning your next adventure!
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Are There Really Pyramids in Antarctica?

Get the true story about the reports of pyramids in Antarctica. What is their origin? Find out here.
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Navigating the Drake Passage - The Drake Shake vs. Flying to Antarctica

Sailing the Drake Passage is an epic adventure crossing one of the world's most famed, and dangerous waterways on the voyage to Antarctica.
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Greetings from Antarctica

Good morning great Adventure Life friends!!! Just a quick note to let you all know that we have fallen in deep deep love with Antarctica. I will fill you in on all the details when we get back, but let's just say ... spectacular. Here's a bit of our checklist: kayaking through icebergs, camping on the continent, humpback whales, …
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Antarctica Cruise and Travel Information: The Long and Short of It

Learn about the different types of ships and trips available to go to Antarctica and find the perfect match for your particular interests, budget, and needs.
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The Best Time to Visit South Georgia Island

The best time to visit South Georgia Island is during the months of November, December, and January when the king penguin population is at its peak, whales swim in the open water, and the wandering albatrosses are in residence. South Georgia Island is also colloquially called the ?Antarctic Oasis? due to the massive number of wildlife that visits this island.
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Best Time of Year to Travel to Antarctica

The travel season in Antarctica is during the summer which runs from November through March. January and February are considered the best months to visit due to better weather and excellent wildlife viewing opportunities.
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Best Antarctica Expedition Cruise Lines

Antarctica expedition cruises offer exciting adventures for travelers with a thirst for exploration who want to see the “white continent” and all the wonders it has in store - from seals, whales, and penguins to giant ice sheets. Recent years have seen significant growth in the number of cruise lines visiting Antarctica, and these …
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Top 5 Wildlife Destinations

What are the top five destinations if you want to see incredible animals? At the top of our list: Africa, Antarctica, the Galapagos Islands, Alaska, and Costa Rica! Spread across five distinct ecological zones from the northernmost tip of the globe down to its frigid south pole, Adventure Life has tours that will immerse you in the best wildlife.
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Wildlife Guide to Polar Regions

Which Polar region is home to penguins? Or how about those elusive narwhals? Before your travels, it will be helpful to learn more about the different species that inhabit the Polar regions of the Arctic and Antarctica. You may be surprised to learn the differences!
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Top Places to Visit in Antarctica

When you make your expedition to Antarctica, you join a privileged and small group of people who have dared to embark on this journey. Cruises to Antarctica depart from either Ushuaia, Argentina, Invercargill, New Zeland, or Punta Arena, Chile. Accessible only by expedition ships, some of the most popular destinations on a visit to Antarctica are:
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Antarctica FAQs

Booked a trip to Antarctica? Now what? From what gear to pack to the best times of year to go, our FAQ article will answer some of the most commonly asked traveler questions. This will hopefully help you feel better prepared for an adventure of a lifetime to the Great White Continent!
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Expeditions into the Icy Weddell Sea

The Weddell Sea is named after James Weddell, a British sailor who sailed to the sea in 1823. The sea touches Antarctica at Coats Land and the Antarctic Peninsula. A large portion of the sea is permanently covered by the Filchener-Ronne Ice Shelf.
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Top Places to Visit in Antarctica

When you make your expedition to Antarctica, you join a privileged and small group of people who have dared to embark on this journey. Cruises to Antarctica depart from either Ushuaia, Argentina, Invercargill, New Zeland, or Punta Arena, Chile. Accessible only by expedition ships, some of the most popular destinations on a visit to Antarctica are:
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Where should I go in Antarctica?

So you want to travel to the end of the earth--but to get to the end, you need to know where to start. Since no one trip will encompass everything Antarctica has to offer, it’s important to consider your must-sees and identify the best match for this once-in-a-lifetime trip. It’s also vital to remember that, being such an extreme …
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Seals of Antarctica

The seals that populate the southern ocean flourish in the nutrient rich waters of the Antarctic. With diets that range from krill and small fish to even penguins and other seal pups, they are expert divers and can be seen lounging or breeding on the ice when they are not immersed deep beneath the pack ice hunting for food.
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Birds of the Antarctic

From small snow petrels to the great wandering albatrosses, the seabirds of Antarctica are some of the most well adapted species on the planet, thriving in the strong sub-zero winds and icy waters of the polar region.
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Whales of the Antarctic

One of the highlights of any expedition into the Antarctic waters is whale-watching. These majestic creatures can be spotted breaching the water in magnificent displays as they blast air and water high into the sky. If you’re lucky, they might even swim close to your ship.
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Penguins of Antarctica

One type of animal symbolizes the frozen landscape: the Spheniscidae family – aka. penguins! These flightless birds are specially adapted to survive in the bitter cold of the the Antarctic southern ocean.
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Antarctic Marine Ecosystems, Wildlife & Fish

The marine ecosystem is the keystone of life in the Antarctic waters. For the sturdy animals that can survive this windswept environment, the nutrient-rich waters of Antarctica provide an all-you-can-eat buffet.
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