Antarctica, one of the seven continents of the world, is an excellent place to go for an adventure cruise. Antarctica Cruises are always an attraction for cruisers who want to explore the white continent.
A cruise to Antarctica involves a visit to the following places:
- Ushuaia
- South Shetlands
- Antarctic Peninsula
- Drake Passage
- Paradise Bay v
- King George Island
- Antarctic Peninsula & Neko Bay
- Pleneau - Petermann Island
- Paradise Bay – Cuverville Island
- Deception Island – Whaler's Bay – Pendulum Cove
All these places have their own charm and beauty, which mesmerizes the cruisers.
The best time to go for a cruise to Antarctica is during the summer months obviously. However, one can also go for a cruise during the winters. December and January are the summer months in Antarctica. Summer is at its peak during these months. The temperatures are warmer. February marks the end of the summer months. During the summers the ice thaws making it easy for the ships to navigate through the waters and ice.
Cruising in Antarctica is all about sight seeing. One gets to see different types of birds and other wildlife creatures. Penguins are a common sight. Apart from these, one can also get to see various marine mammals like the Humpback, Minke, and Orca whales, as well as the Weddell, Crabeater and Leopard seals. Bird watching is another major activity of the cruisers. One gets to see, Snowy Sheathbills, Albatross, Cape Petrels and Antarctic Terns. The landscapes are also very picturesque. One gets to see massive icebergs, vast ice shelves and mountains. In Falkland Island , one gets to see Scottish moors also. Drake Passage and Paradise Bay offers a beautiful view of the snowy landscapes.
Cruise ships going to Antarctica are of various types. There are the expedition ships, luxury cruise ships as well as the general cruise ships. The cruise ships do not allow passengers to get off the ship. Hence people have to enjoy the view from the deck only. However these ships offer immense facilities to its passengers. Sauna's and Jacuzzi's are available on board. The food offered is good,
Antarctica Cruises are truly an experience. Visiting the snow capped continent opens up a whole new world before the eyes. The wildlife and landscapes are truly worth seeing.
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