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Far Frontiers Travel specialises in tailor-making bespoke travel to Central Asia, China and Mongolia, the Far East, Indian Subcontinent and the Himalayas, Indochina, Middle East, North Africa and Europe, Russia and South America.
Weddell Sea and Antarctic Peninsula | 15 days
A tremendous sense of excitement spreads through the ship as we enter the Weddell Sea on this voyage to the Antarctic Peninsula’s wild side. Ahead are the locations where Shackleton’s and Nordenskjold’s polar survival epic were played out, astonishing vistas and some of Antarctica’s greatest penguin rookeries. The area is known for its own particular weather and unpredictable ice movements so we pick our landings accordingly. Possible landings include Snow Hill Island to visit Nordenskjold’s Hut, fossil-rich Seymour Island or Paulet Island, with its huge penguin rookeries and historical remains.
Ship: Polar Pioneer
When: February 2013
Guide price:From £6,850 per person based on twin cabin (shared facilities)
Activities:Diving
Trip report for the Antarctic Peninsula
Fiona’s travel tips
DON’T MISS: Camping overnight on the peninsula to experience Antarctic weather close up. It might seem tough at the time but you won’t regret it! Don’t forget to pre-book as it’s popular.
LET US KNOW: If you have a former connection with any of the polar regions we visit by ship. Perhaps you or a relative lived on one of the bases, or were a member of a past expedition? We can offer you the chance to share your experiences, diaries or photographs with others on your voyage. In the past we’ve even got the ship to make unscheduled visits to tie in with such an event.
Clients’ comments
“It was a fascinating voyage with lasting impressions. The wildlife both on the Falklands and on Antarctica is incredibly rich. The organisation on board the ship was very good. Among the talks given by the scientific crew I enjoyed the witty talks by Robert Headland the most. The familiar atmosphere in the lodges on Sea Lion Island and on Carcass Island was very nice indeed. Last but not least I should like to thank you for the impeccable organisation on your part.”
Mr Hubert Kalf, Epic Antarctica icebreaker voyage
“Most helpful, informative, and friendly service at all stages. Absolutely spectacular trip which exceeded my already high expectations. Brilliant value for money, notwithstanding the high cost. It says it all that I was looking at your brochure for a future trip, as soon as I got back!”
Judith Philip, Antarctic Peninsula, December 2008