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ANTARCTICA
THE LAST GREAT WILDERNESS
Kayak through icebergs, watch penguins bicker as they guard their nests, float in a Zodiac surrounded by a pod of orcas, and listen to the thunderous sound of glaciers calving while sleeping under the midnight sun. Our Antarctica voyages are perfect for anyone who has an adventurous spirit! As usual, we searched to the ends of the Earth (literally) to find the most extraordinary partners in small ship Antarctic Exploration. Polar Latitudes is a founder-owned and run company that, like WHOA, prides itself in creating a boutique experience that’s about bringing passionate people together with a focus on adventure and eco-friendly exploration. Journey with like-minded WHOA Adventurers (Bonus! This adventure is open to all, not just WHOA women), and head into this wild and untamed place that will surely captivate your heart. Be more than a traveler - be an explorer!
GET IN TOUCH
Or leave us a message below. We’re here to answer all your questions and help you plan your adventure of a lifetime!
WHAT TO EXPECT
INTIMATE + IMMERSIVE
EXPLORATION
The MS Seaventure has an industry-high ice rating, you’ll have a boutique, small ship experience that provides more opportunities to chart our own course and explore.
PASSIONATE PEOPLE
Our Expedition Crew is made up of photographers, Antarctic Historians, Ornithologists, Geologists and Marine Mammal Specialists ready to share their passion for Antarctica with you and your fellow adventurers!
ADVENTURE
ALL-AROUND
There are so many ways to adventure in this part of the world, and our voyages are all about getting out there and experiencing it all! You’ll have the opportunity to kayak among icebergs, bundle up and camp on the Antarctic Peninsula, and take a real polar plunge!
ECO-FRIENDLY OUTLOOK
From minimizing fuel consumption, to Polar Latitude’s innovative Citizen Science program, to the tiniest details, like packing sustainably, we’re committed to preserving the last wild place on Earth, and inspiring others to also.
OUR VOYAGES
ANTARCTICA ALL-ACCESS
12 days
NOV 18 - 29, 2025
FROM $12,345
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Take in the very best of Antarctica, with access to every activity and adventure (at no additional charge)! It all adds up to a truly once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to explore this magical continent in all her glory.
DAY 1: Arrive & Explore Ushuaia
DAY 2: Embarkation
DAY 3-4: Drake Passage
DAY 5: South Shetland Islands
DAY 6-9: Antarctica
DAY 10-11: Drake Passage
DAY 12: Disembarkation -
Camping
Kayaking
Snowshoeing
Hiking
Citizen Science
Photography
Polar Plunge
CHRISTMAS IN ANTARCTICA
12 days
DEC 18 - 29, 2025
FROM $13,425
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Christmas is a time for magic, and nowhere is that more true than in Antarctica! Spend the holidays amoungst the giant tabular icebergs of the Antarctic sound and colonies of Adélie penguins and seals of the Wendell Sea.
DAY 1: Arrive & Explore Ushuaia
DAY 2: Embarkation
DAY 3-4: Drake Passage
DAY 5-6: Antarctic Sound & Weddell Sea
DAY 7-8: Antarctic Peninsula
DAY 9: South Shetland Islands
DAY 10-11: Drake Passage
DAY 12: Disembarkation -
Citizen Science
Photography
Polar Plunge
Camping*
Kayaking*
*These activities are available at an additional cost. Spots are limited, so be sure to get in touch about availability and reserve your spot ASAP!
CELEBRATING Antarctica
12 days
JAN 15 - 26, 2026
FROM $11,020
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Explore the very best of Antarctica’s wildlife and ethereal landscape, with an extra “bonus” day to take full advantage of this wonderfully unpredictable environment. With the flexibility of an additional day in our itinerary, we can further venture into the historic and wildlife-rich South Shetland Islands, or take advantage of Seaventure’s extraordinary ice-breaking capability to explore deeper into the mysterious Antarctic Peninsula.
DAY 1: Arrive & Explore Ushuaia
DAY 2: Embarkation
DAY 3-4: Drake Passage
DAY 5-6: South Shetland Islands
DAY 7-9: Antarctica
DAY 10-11: Drake Passage
DAY 12: Disembarkation -
Citizen Science
Photography
Polar Plunge
Camping*
Kayaking*
*These activities are available at an additional cost. Spots are limited, so be sure to get in touch about availability and reserve your spot ASAP!
CROSSING THE CIRCLE
14 days
FEB 4 - 17, 2026
FROM $13,220
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This is the ultimate explorer’s journey. We’ll chart a course through the Drake Passage and along the Antarctic Peninsula with the ambition of being among the few to cross: the Antarctic Circle! The farther south we go, the more dramatic sea ice we are likely to encounter, along with incredible wildlife and awe-inspiring scenery. If we’re able to complete our journey, and arrive at 66°33’S, we’ll join the small band of Antarctic explorers that can claim they have made it this far south!
DAY 1: Arrive & Explore Ushuaia
DAY 2: Embarkation
DAY 3-4: Drake Passage
DAY 5: South Shetland Islands
DAY 6-8: Antarctic Circle
DAY 9-11: Antarctic Peninsula
DAY 12-13: Drake Passage
DAY 14: Disembarkation -
Citizen Science
Photography
Polar Plunge
Camping*
Kayaking*
*These activities are available at an additional cost. Spots are limited, so be sure to get in touch about availability and reserve your spot ASAP!
OUR SHIP
Our small, and mighty ship! The MS Seaventure was custom built for both the challenges and opportunities that only Antarctica can offer. Its size is formidable enough to deliver a supreme level of comfort and safety even in challenging seas, yet small enough to provide a superior level of personalized service, casual luxury, and flawless access to all things Antarctica!
Its state-of-the-art stabilizing system provides safe, comfortable passage through even rough seas, and its ice rating is second-to-none in these waters. This means Seaventure can usher you into places (and amazing experiences) that regularly turn away lesser ships. The Seaventure doesn’t compromise on comfort or sustainability. Its introduction in 2021, allowed us to reduce our per-passenger emissions by 20%!
The Seaventure features an outer viewing deck that circles the entire ship, and an outdoor dining area and heliport where we host events whenever weather permits. Indoors, our elegant dining areas and spacious presentation room surround you with oversized windows, so you’ll never have to miss a passing iceberg or an impromptu sighting of a Humpback or school of Orcas. Even the treadmills and ellipticals in our gym keep your eyes trained on the mesmerizing Antarctic landscape. Now kick back, watch this video tour, and imagine yourself here:
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ACTIVITIES
CAMPING
Antarctica is not your typical destination, and camping in Antarctica is not your typical camping experience! While others are sleeping in their cabins, you’ll have the surreal experience of being snuggled up in a bivy sack that will allow you to truly experience your surroundings; a breathtaking spot near the edge of the water, surrounded by a landscape rarely seen by human eyes. Aside from essential safety supplies, it’s just you under the midnight sun, the waves, and the ice!
KAYAKING
To experience Antarctica up close and personal, there’s no better seat than in a kayak, just inches above the water, navigating among icebergs and glacial ice dating back 30,000 years. Gliding through an otherworldly landscape with a small team, led by our expert guides, and occasionally joined by a family of playful penguins or seals, is about as intimate and magical as it gets!
HIKING + SNOWSHOEING
A day hiking in Antarctica means you are wandering where few have gone before. There are no set trails for hiking (unless you count the ‘penguin highways’), just rocky or snowy terrain for you to explore. Those seeking an active challenge may prefer hiking to a high vantage point to take in the incredible views, while others may choose to hike along the shore. There are always several hiking options, so no matter what your preference, exploring on foot is one of the best ways to experience the amazing areas.
PHOTOGRAPHY
Whatever your level of experience, and whatever camera you carry, our award-winning photography coaches will help you bring home images that capture the unparalleled natural beauty and sheer magic of your Antarctica adventure! On every voyage, a dedicated photography coach will be at your disposal with invaluable tips and advice on how to capture the natural beauty of this unique landscape and wildlife – in the light and weather conditions that can make Antarctica both special and challenging to photography lovers of all skill sets.
CITIZEN SCIENCE
Having this program on every voyage is an effort Polar Latitudes pioneered, as the very first Antarctic operator to officially collaborate with The Polar Citizen Science Collective. We continue to team up with them on several projects, like Phytoplankton Data for Scripps and Cloud Observations for NASA, giving all our passengers the chance to play a meaningful role in recording and better understanding the Antarctic ecosystem and the impact of climate change. This is particularly helpful in the Antarctic, where we support long-term academic observation teams that would find it nearly impossible to be as ever-present on their own.
BOOK IT
$2,500
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One pre-voyage hotel night in Ushuaia at the Arakur Ushuaia Resort & Spa
Transfer from airport to Arakur if arriving on Day 1 of itinerary*
Transfer from Arakur to ship for embarkation
Shipboard accommodations on the MS SEAVENTURE
All meals on board
All alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages (some super premium brands excluded)
Photography coach at your disposal + all adventure activities listed as included for your voyage
24/7 coffee, tea + cocoa
Landings and excursions
Citizen Science program + participation in a variety of scientific activities that support important research projects
An Expedition jacket that’s yours to keep!
A pair of loaner boots for use during the voyage
Daily international news service
A reusable water bottle to cut down single use plastics
All port and landing fees
Digital Voyage Log
Group transfer from ship to airport, hotel in Ushuaia, or central location following disembarkation
NOT INCLUDED:Any airfare or travel expenses associated with arrival or departure other than those specified above
Transfer from airport to Arakur, unless arriving on Day 1 of the itinerary
Pre- or post-voyage expenses in Ushuaia other than those specified above
MANDATORY Travel insurance, medical insurance and evacuation coverage
All necessary tests, vaccines, and medical checks required to travel
Laundry and personal expenses incurred on board
Onboard communication charges such as outgoing phone calls
Gratuities for your amazing Staff + Crew
*Providing we have your confirmed air itinerary at least 90 days prior to departure
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Putting down a $2,500 deposit will reserve your spot on this WHOA Antarctic Expedition! You’ll be invoiced and must pay in full at least 120 days before the adventure starts. All deposits are non-refundable. All prices are shown in USD. Please also note Polar Latitudes’ Payment Terms.
SPECIAL DEALS
Save up to 20%
Whether you’re an early bird or spontaneous and looking for something last minute - you can save big on select departures and cabin categories! Get in touch with our team to learn what special deals are available now.
FAQ
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WHOA is all about community and that is exactly what you’ll get on a WHOA + Polar Latitudes Antarctica Expedition. As usual, we searched to the ends of the Earth (literally) to find the most extraordinary partners in small ship Antarctic Exploration. Polar Latitudes is a founder-owned and run company that, like WHOA, prides itself in creating a boutique experience that’s about bringing passionate people together with a focus on adventure and eco-friendly exploration. We partnered with the best in the biz so that we could bring our communities together and make your pre-trip experience + onboard voyage that much more enjoyable— together with a group of like-minded adventurers. (Also, even though we’re known for our all women adventures, this is open to EVERYONE, not just WHOA women!)
A few other reasons you’ll love voyaging with us:
Our Small and Mighty Ship
The MS Seaventure has an industry-high ice rating, you’ll have a boutique, small ship experience that provides more opportunities to chart our own course and explore.Passionate People
Our Expedition Crew is made up of photographers, Antarctic Historians, Ornithologists, Geologists and Marine Mammal Specialists ready to share their passion for Antarctica with you and your fellow adventurers!Adventure Abounds
There are so many ways to adventure in this part of the world, and our voyages all about getting out there and experiencing it all! You’ll have the opportunity to kayak among icebergs, bundle up and camp on the Antarctic Peninsula, and take a real polar plunge!Eco-Friendly Exploration
From minimizing fuel consumption, to Polar Latitude’s innovative Citizen Science program, to the tiniest details, like packing sustainably, we’re committed to preserving the last wild place on Earth, and inspiring others to also. -
Upon receiving your deposit you will be contacted by a team member to welcome you to the Expedition and to solidify your stateroom request and add-on excursions. From there you will receive a Portal Link and your invoice with your remaining balance, and you can chip away at those payments as often as you’d like. Full payments are due 120 days before your Antarctic voyage start date.
Before the trip, we’ll be in touch to share ideas for adding more adventure while you’re in that part of the world. We’ll also be sending you invitations to group Zoom calls and a WhatsApp group where you get to meet your fellow adventurers. We sometimes even have in person meet ups if groups have multiple people in similar locations!
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Being prepared with the right gear and packing for an adventure like Antarctica takes time, thought, and preparation. That is why we have made it as easy as possible for you to have everything you need to be Antarctic-ready! Use our Ultimate Antarctica Packing List as a guide for what to bring along while you’re exploring on the icy seventh continent! We’ve packed this Antarctica Packing List with our trail tested favorites and recommendations, plus lots of useful info on the best gear for adventuring in all of Antarctica’s conditions.
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Our ship, the MS Seaventure, doesn’t compromise on comfort or sustainability. Its introduction, in 2021, allowed Polar Latitudes to reduce their per-passenger emissions by 20% compared to previous ships. Onboard, PL has reduced the use of plastic by 50% over the last 3 years, with a goal of zero unrecycled plastic by 2025. Even PL’s expedition jackets, produced by Shackleton of London, will be 100% recycled by the ’24-‘25 season.
At WHOA, our goal is to do everything we can to minimize and offset the negative impacts of adventuring, and to help preserve the natural beauty and biodiversity in the places we explore. We want to leave destinations in a better state than we found them, and for all of our adventurers to leave as more empowered eco-warriors!
We calculate and compensate for our footprint through certified offsetting programs. We reduce our consumption and footprint, and Leave No Trace wherever possible. We set big goals, like being Climate Neutral, and take steps every day towards being more sustainable.
To keep ourselves in check, we look to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals to help us measure our financial, environmental, and human impact across everything from equality to protecting our ecosystems.
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Yes! All passengers must carry a Travel Insurance Plan. This Plan must cover personal injury, medical expenses, repatriation expenses, evacuation expenses, and pre-existing medical conditions. Your plan should also include coverage for cancellation & trip interruption. Potential evacuation from Antarctica can cost up to $150,000 so we recommend that no policy carry less than this amount of coverage.
IMG and Battleface both provide plans that cover the Antarctic region.
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All hotel rooms and staterooms on the ship are sold as twins (2 pax per room). The price quoted is the per person cost for a twin room. There are a limited number of triple rooms available and singles are available at 1.7x the cost of a standard berth. Check out Polar Latitude’s 360 Room Tours for more details!
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No two days in Antarctica are the same, and nothing about it is “typical”. However, to get a good sense of what to expect, PL has broken down a timeline so you can see the general flow of our days in Antarctica.
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Anyone and Everyone are welcome in Antarctica with WHOA! Solo travelers, families, groups, teams, best friends, boyfriends, you name it! Even children, however, they must be 12 years or older!
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