Why you should visit Antarctica: 10 reasons to get you

Antarctica is surrounded by towering glaciers, full of curious penguins, and has some of the most spectacular sights on the planet. Although the tourism industry is growing steadily every year, mainly due to the increased awareness of global warming, few travelers venture to the frozen coast to keep it in a pristine and unspoiled state.

Whether you are eager to cross the seventh continent or eager to meet penguins in the wild, a trip to the end of the world will have an incredible impact on every traveler who dares to visit.

From close encounters with wildlife to epic kayaking, here are the top ten reasons you need to add Antarctica to your travel list:

An escape far from everything

Longing to escape from remote places? You will not be farther than Antarctica. Traveling to the oldest desert in the world (yes, this is a desert!) for an adventure can provide a truly unique off-grid experience. According to IAATO, the International Association of Antarctic Tourism Operations, only 556,141 tourists have set foot on the African continent during the 2019-2020 season. Compared with the 7 million tourists who visit the Eiffel Tower every year, the visit to Antarctica is so special. In addition, the right to brag when going home is really great.

Fall in love with Penguins

Seeing and smelling penguins in their natural habitat is an experience different from anywhere on earth. Since no one lives in Antarctica, locals in tuxedos don’t think that someone is threatening. In fact, they are as curious about visitors as we are.

When visiting the colony, visitors must keep a distance of six meters from wild animals. However, as we all know, these confident creatures will stretch out their feet and greet people without fear. Whether it is watching them wandering on the “Penguin Highway” on land, or watching them jump into the water for food, the fun of watching penguins is endless.

Postcards from the Penguin Post Office

Port Lockroy is a museum converted from a former British military station, surrounded by gentle golden slave penguins and charming icebergs. It is also the only mail center on the continent and is known as the “Penguin Post Office”. Here, visitors can put the express mail in the iconic red mailbox, and then send it to their relatives or themselves!

Finding a Whale

Some whale species call it the cold waters of Antarctica, making it one of the top whale watching destinations in the world. During the 24-hour day, you will have plenty of time to catch many species of this continent, including the bizarre minke, the incredible humpback and famous orca.

Guests can also join an adventure guide on the deck, search for currents on the horizon, and learn about important (albeit tragic) whaling history. If you are really lucky, you can even monitor the world’s largest animal-the elusive lone blue whale.

Face the Drake Passage

The Drake Passage (sometimes called the Drake Shock) is 965 kilometers of water between the southern tip of South America and Antarctica. Here, the Pacific Ocean, the Atlantic Ocean and the South Ocean converge, forming extraordinary ocean currents and epic uplifts that can reach a height of eight meters. Drake’s two-day crossing is an exciting passing ritual for travelers, but be sure to hold on!

Different views on Kayak

Kayaking provides you with a great opportunity to get closer to the scenery while admiring wildlife from different angles. When paddling on the huge glacier, you might catch a glimpse of seals sniffing on the ice, catching diving birds, and even crossing the trail with a group of whales.

Talking with Polar Masters

A knowledgeable guide is the soul of any Antarctic expedition. From penguin-masters to photographers, from historians to geologists, the guides are experts in their field of study and are eager to share their knowledge of everything in the polar regions.

In addition to leading the trip, they will also provide fascinating lectures and activities on board, and even have dinner with guests. The tour guides themselves are passionate explorers. Their core is very happy, just having a cup of coffee together and talking about the different world you both live in.

Polar Dips

Want to swim in the Southern Ocean? In the polar expedition, you can uncheck the item from the shopping list! In the cold -2°C, jumping into the icy water may be the coldest thing in your life, but it is certainly one of the most memorable things. Don’t worry, the crew always prepares whiskey and hot chocolate, which can warm you afterwards!

Get Shots

Antarctica has a rugged and pristine landscape, which is definitely a photographer’s dream. From the silent reflection of the pristine glacier in the water to the brief moment of catching the splash of the whale’s tail, breathtaking photography opportunities abound. Penguins can also make great models, and they are never bad for the camera.

Not a professional photographer? no problem! Of course, you don’t need a profession to enjoy photography in Antarctica. In fact, most sightseeing boats have a dedicated photography guide on board that can help you capture the magnificent scenery.

Visit to Understand

There is no doubt that the loss of Antarctic ice is accelerating due to global warming. This not only severely affected wildlife and meant the disappearance of important parts of the world, but the rise in sea levels also poses a catastrophic threat to other parts of the planet.

Visiting Antarctica now, you can learn about climate change where it is happening and learn how to help. It is not uncommon for scientists to board sightseeing boats as honorable guests and hitchhiking. They share their knowledge and even encourage guests to conduct important research, such as collecting samples to help them.