The South Shetland Islands are about 200 km north of the Antarctic Peninsula. There are more than 20 wild islands in the archipelago, including King George Island, where several scientists and research stations are based. Several whales, seals and penguins frequent these coastal shores providing incredible opportunities for wildlife photography. Over 80% of the islands are glaciated, and the towering black rocks that punctuate the landscape contrast with the shocking white of the ice and snow.
All of the trips we create for South Shetland Islands are designed and tailored specifically for you. We create each trip from a blank piece of paper, building the holiday you had dreamed, using our experience, knowledge and contacts to design the ultimate experience.
Below are some of examples of trips in South Shetland Islands that we have created, designed to showcase the destination, our expertise and create some inspiration.
12 Day Itinerary
Guide Price: £12,500pp
Guide Price: $15,000pp
Explore Antarctica to uncover the singular essence of the polar terrain. Encounter wildlife amid penguin colonies, orcas, and minke whales, or dive into the icy blue waters for an immersive experience.
21 Day Itinerary
Guide Price: £19,100pp
Guide Price: $22,900pp
Embark on an exhilarating Antarctic expedition aboard a luxurious cruise, navigating through the breathtaking scenery of colossal icebergs and encountering diverse wildlife while learning about Antarctic exploration.
Duration: 12 Days
Guide Price: $15,000pp
Guide Price: £12,500pp
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Explore Antarctica to uncover the singular essence of the polar terrain. Encounter wildlife amid penguin colonies, orcas, and minke whales, or dive into the icy blue waters for an immersive experience.
Duration: 21 Days
Guide Price: $22,900pp
Guide Price: £19,100pp
Destination:Â
Embark on an exhilarating Antarctic expedition aboard a luxurious cruise, navigating through the breathtaking scenery of colossal icebergs and encountering diverse wildlife while learning about Antarctic exploration.
The Antarctic Peninsula is likely to be a highlight of any cruise in Antarctica. Depending on how far south you cruise, you will have 18-14 hours a day of daylight to experience the beauty of Antarctica from the water or on foot.
The island of South Georgia is more than 800 miles away from land, and it feels worlds away from modern life as we know it. This tiny crag of mountainous peaks is famously where Sir Ernest Shackleton’s heroic voyage ended when he died here aged 47 on 5th January 1922.
Only seven of the 700 plus islands that make up the Falkland Islands are inhabited by people. The rest are left wild for the hundreds of species of flora and fauna to roam free.
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