Antarctica
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Program
“Discover Queen Maud Land”
(Code: QML)
Program
“Antarctica and its Inhabitants”
(Code: QML-EP)
 Escape from the crowded, bustling part of our world to the silent, seemingly endless desert of pure snow and ice. During our 6-days adventure in Antarctica you will have a lot of opportunities to discover the unique beauty of the white continent and to get to know Antarctic wildlife. Our experienced guides will answer all your questions with pleasure and give you all the assistance you need in Antarctica.
The highlight of your journey will be a flight excursion to the mountains of Queen Maud Land and a visit to a colony of Emperor Penguins. You will meet these amazing birds and their chicks in their natural environment of shining, clear ice and white snow. We will then fly across the Orvin Fjella Range on a magnificent aerial tour. From this perspective, soaring passed the great pinnacles and spires of rock; you will get an awesome view of the endless landscape you are in. Destination: ‘Wolf’s Fang’ or “Ulvetanna” (as it was first named by the early Norwegian explorers) widely regarded as one of the most beautiful mountains on earth. We will explore this area by ski.
We will also offer you hiking trips in the area of the ice-free Schirmacher Oasis and visits to the Russian and Indian scientific stations where you can have an insight into the life and science in Antarctica.
The Mountains of Queen Maud Land
Program
“Discover the Geographic South Pole”
(Code: SP-F)
Group size: 8 to 10 people plus 1 guide
Time of Visits: Third week of December and last week of January
Duration of Trip: 9 days (4 days in Antarctica)
"People do not decide to become extraordinary. They decide to accomplish extraordinary things."
- Sir Edmund Hillary
Almost 100 years have passed since the first explorers set foot at the South Pole. This victory was achieved through incredible hardship, endurance and courage, and at a very high price; Captain Scott’s team perished during their return journey. And even today an expedition to the South Pole is not an easy task. Join us for an extraordinary adventure and discover the Geographic South Pole and fantastic Queen Maud Land!
The most remarkable event of this expedition will be an airborne expedition to the Geographic South Pole.
Mountains of Queen Maud Land
IMPORTANT NOTICE: We recommend clients arrive in Cape Town not later than 2 days before the scheduled date of departure for Antarctica. Depending on prevailing Antarctic weather patterns, the flight may depart up to one day earlier than scheduled. Also, once in Antarctica, the listed activities may be changed in reaction to varying weather conditions.
Program
“Ski expedition across the Last degree to the Geographic South Pole”
(Code: SP-LD)
Group size: 8 to 10 people plus 2 guides
Time of the trip: December through beginning February
Duration of Trip: 16 days (12 days in Antarctica)
Almost 100 years have passed since the first explorers set foot at the South Pole. This victory was achieved through incredible hardship, endurance and courage, and at a very high price; Captain Scott's team perished during their return journey. And even today an expedition to the South Pole is not an easy task. Join us for this truly extraordinary ski adventure, to set foot on the bottom of the Earth.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: We recommend clients arrive in Cape Town no later than 2 days before the scheduled date of departure for Antarctica. Depending on prevailing Antarctic weather patterns, the flight may depart up to one day earlier than scheduled. Also, once in Antarctica, the listed activities may be changed in reaction to varying weather conditions.
Program
“South Pole - Emperor Penguins ”
Ski to the South Pole and visit Antarctica’s majestic Emperor penguins.
Group size: 10 to 12 people plus 2 guides
Time of Visits: Third week of November through end of December
Duration of Trip: 12 days (9 days in Antarctica)
Almost 100 years have passed since the first explorers set foot at the South Pole. This victory was achieved through incredible hardship, endurance and courage, and at a very high price; Captain Scott’s team perished during their return journey. And even today an expedition to the South Pole is not an easy task. Join us for this truly extraordinary adventure combination, to set foot on the bottom of the Earth and visit Antarctica’s majestic Emperor penguins.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: We recommend clients arrive in Cape Town no later than 2 days before the scheduled date of departure for Antarctica. Depending on Antarctic weather patterns, the flight may depart up to one day earlier than scheduled. Also, once in Antarctica, the listed activities may be changed in reaction to varying weather conditions.
The most unusual day trip on Earth!
Date: November 2010 and January 2011 (date to be confirmed)
Destination: Antarctica
On a nice day of November 2010 and again in January 2011 The Antarctic Company (ÒÀÑ) is offering an exclusive day trip into Antarctica! You will be able to experience one of the most remote and beautiful places on earth in comfort and incredible style.
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