Explore Antarctica
Discover the Frozen Continent
Antarctica is the coldest, driest, and most remote continent on Earth, offering a truly once-in-a-lifetime travel experience. Covered almost entirely by ice, it is a land of dramatic glaciers, towering icebergs, and untouched natural beauty.
Unlike any other destination, Antarctica has no permanent residents and is dedicated entirely to science and conservation. Visitors can witness vast ice shelves, active research stations, and some of the most pristine environments on the planet.
From close encounters with penguins, seals, and whales to breathtaking polar landscapes, Antarctica is perfect for explorers seeking adventure, solitude, and the raw power of nature.
Penguin Colonies
Wildlife Experience
Region: Antarctic Peninsula
Home to thousands of emperor and Adélie penguins living in one of the harshest environments on Earth.
View on MapAntarctic Icebergs
Natural Wonder
Region: Southern Ocean
Massive floating ice formations displaying stunning shades of blue and white, shaped by wind and sea.
View on MapResearch Stations
Scientific Exploration
Region: Multiple Locations
International research bases where scientists study climate, ice cores, and unique Antarctic ecosystems.
View on MapAntarctic Cruises
Adventure Travel
Departure: Ushuaia, Argentina
Expedition cruises offering guided landings, wildlife viewing, and breathtaking polar scenery.
View on MapTourist Places in Antarctica
South Pole
Geographical
Coordinates: -90.0000, 0.0000
The southernmost point on Earth, home to scientific research stations.
Google MapsMcMurdo Station
Scientific
Coordinates: -77.8419, 166.6863
Largest research station in Antarctica operated by the USA.
Google MapsPalmer Station
Scientific
Coordinates: -64.7740, -64.0530
Research station located on Anvers Island.
Google MapsRoss Ice Shelf
Natural
Coordinates: -82.0000, 175.0000
World’s largest ice shelf, floating over the Southern Ocean.
Google MapsAntarctic Peninsula
Scenic
Coordinates: -64.0000, -60.0000
Most visited region with glaciers, wildlife, and cruise landings.
Google MapsDeception Island
Volcanic
Coordinates: -62.9800, -60.6500
Active volcanic island with geothermal beaches.
Google MapsLarsen Ice Shelf
Natural
Coordinates: -67.0000, -61.0000
Famous ice shelf studied for climate change.
Google MapsMount Vinson
Mountain
Coordinates: -78.5250, -85.6170
Highest mountain in Antarctica at 4,892 meters.
Google MapsPenguin Rookeries
Wildlife
Coordinates: -66.0000, 140.0000
Colonies of emperor and Adélie penguins.
Google MapsMcMurdo Dry Valleys
Natural
Coordinates: -77.5000, 163.0000
One of the driest places on Earth, ice-free valleys.
Google MapsBlood Falls
Natural
Coordinates: -77.7280, 162.2610
Iron-rich red waterfall flowing from Taylor Glacier.
Google MapsAmundsen–Scott Station
Scientific
Coordinates: -90.0000, 0.0000
Research station located exactly at the South Pole.
Google MapsAntarctic Icebergs
Scenic
Coordinates: -65.0000, -50.0000
Massive floating ice formations with striking colors.
Google MapsElephant Seal Colonies
Wildlife
Coordinates: -54.8000, -35.8000
Large seal colonies found on sub-Antarctic islands.
Google MapsAntarctic Ice Caves
Natural
Coordinates: -78.0000, 164.0000
Blue ice caves formed beneath glaciers and ice shelves.
Google MapsRoss Sea
Marine
Coordinates: -75.0000, 175.0000
One of the most pristine marine ecosystems on Earth.
Google MapsWeddell Sea
Marine
Coordinates: -72.0000, -45.0000
Known for deep waters and historic exploration routes.
Google MapsLake Vostok
Subglacial Lake
Coordinates: -78.4650, 106.8330
One of the largest subglacial lakes beneath the ice sheet.
Google MapsVostok Station
Scientific
Coordinates: -78.4640, 106.8380
Coldest recorded temperature on Earth was measured here.
Google MapsPrydz Bay
Coastal
Coordinates: -69.0000, 76.0000
Important bay for scientific research and ice studies.
Google MapsDavis Station
Scientific
Coordinates: -68.5766, 77.9674
Australian research station on the Ingrid Christensen Coast.
Google MapsCasey Station
Scientific
Coordinates: -66.2818, 110.5285
Australian Antarctic station used for research.
Google MapsMawson Station
Scientific
Coordinates: -67.6027, 62.8738
One of the longest continuously operating stations.
Google MapsDome C
Ice Plateau
Coordinates: -75.1000, 123.3500
High ice plateau used for climate and astronomy research.
Google MapsQueen Maud Land
Region
Coordinates: -72.0000, 20.0000
Large territory with mountain ranges and research stations.
Google MapsShackleton Ice Shelf
Natural
Coordinates: -66.0000, 95.0000
Named after explorer Ernest Shackleton.
Google MapsTerra Nova Bay
Coastal
Coordinates: -74.7000, 164.1000
Coastal bay near major research operations.
Google MapsAdélie Land
Region
Coordinates: -66.5000, 136.0000
French-claimed region with penguin populations.
Google MapsPetermann Island
Island
Coordinates: -65.1700, -64.1400
Popular landing site for Antarctic cruises.
Google MapsPort Lockroy
Historic
Coordinates: -64.8250, -63.4950
Historic British research base and museum.
Google MapsCierva Cove
Scenic
Coordinates: -64.1500, -61.1000
Ice-filled cove known for dramatic glacier views.
Google MapsNereid Ice Shelf
Natural
Coordinates: -70.0000, 45.0000
Remote ice shelf along East Antarctica.
Google MapsCharcot Island
Island
Coordinates: -69.7500, -75.0000
Remote island surrounded by thick ice.
Google MapsThurston Island
Island
Coordinates: -72.0000, -100.0000
Large island mostly covered by ice.
Google MapsBellinghausen Sea
Marine
Coordinates: -70.0000, -80.0000
Southern Ocean sea west of the Antarctic Peninsula.
Google MapsAmery Ice Shelf
Natural
Coordinates: -70.0000, 70.0000
Third-largest ice shelf in Antarctica.
Google MapsEndurance Shipwreck Area
Historic
Coordinates: -68.6500, -52.3000
Site associated with Shackleton’s expedition.
Google MapsHope Bay
Coastal
Coordinates: -63.4000, -56.9000
Area with Argentinian research base and wildlife.
Google MapsEscudero Station
Scientific
Coordinates: -62.2000, -58.9600
Chilean research station near King George Island.
Google MapsKing George Island
Island
Coordinates: -62.0333, -58.4000
Most populated island with multiple stations.
Google MapsYelcho Research Station
Scientific
Coordinates: -64.8700, -63.5800
Seasonal Chilean research station.
Google MapsUnion Glacier
Adventure
Coordinates: -79.7667, -82.8667
Main gateway for Antarctic adventure expeditions.
Google MapsEllsworth Mountains
Mountain Range
Coordinates: -78.0000, -85.0000
Home to Antarctica’s highest peaks.
Google MapsBeardmore Glacier
Glacier
Coordinates: -84.5000, 168.0000
Historic route used by early explorers.
Google MapsLittle America
Historic Base
Coordinates: -78.6000, 163.9000
Former American exploration bases.
Google MapsGaussberg
Volcanic
Coordinates: -66.8000, 89.3000
Extinct volcanic mountain in East Antarctica.
Google MapsMount Erebus
Volcano
Coordinates: -77.5300, 167.1600
Southernmost active volcano on Earth.
Google MapsFerrar Glacier
Glacier
Coordinates: -77.8000, 162.5000
Large glacier flowing into the Ross Sea.
Google MapsAntarctic Circle
Geographical
Coordinates: -66.5622, 0.0000
Imaginary line marking polar day and night.
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