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  1. Helicopter Tours in Antarctica

    Weddell Sea - In search of the Emperor Penguin, incl. helicopters. Searching for the Elusive Emperor Penguins. OTL22-24 A true expedition, our Weddell Sea cruise sets out to explore the range of the Emperor Penguins near Snow Hill Island. We will visit the area via helicopter and see a variety of other birds and penguins including Adélies and Gentoos.

  2. This Epic Antarctica Cruise Offers Adventures Like Helicopter Rides

    Scenic Eclipse offers luxury cruises to Antarctica, with spacious staterooms, helicopter rides, submarine adventures, and amazing landscape and wildlife views.

  3. 6 Best Antarctica Helicopter Tours for 2024-2025 Adventure Life

    Build your ideal Antarctica trip. Call 1.406.541.2677. Start Planning My Trip. The following 6 epic Helicopter Tours in Antarctica for 2024 and 2025 offer a unique and thrilling way to admire the continent's breathtaking landscapes. Witness surreal geographical features such as majestic ice cliffs, vast glaciers, beautiful fjords, and pristine ...

  4. Scenic Eclipse

    Scenic Eclipse delivers the ultimate Antarctica cruise expedition experience with state-of-the-art Airbus EC-130-T2 helicopters which will take you above and beyond the horizon. Enjoy an underwater experience like no other, journey to the depths of the ocean on board Scenic Neptune, Scenic Eclipse's customised submarine.

  5. Exploring Antarctica by Helicopter Aboard the Scenic Eclipse Expedition

    Onboard Obsession: Exploring Antarctica by Helicopter Aboard the. Scenic Eclipse. Expedition Ship. A birds-eye view of the White Continent puts things in perspective. By Stefanie Waldek. December ...

  6. Helicopter Flight

    Antarctica Cruise Packing List: What (& What Not) To Bring . View The Guide Give Us a Call Mon - Fri, 9am - 7pm +1.888.585.4780 . USD. Explore Dates Close Search Trending Searches . Antarctica Cruises, Tours & Trips 2024 ...

  7. 33-day Ross Sea Antarctic Odyssey Polar Expedition Cruise

    Call 1.406.541.2677. Start Planning My Trip. This is your ultimate chance to sail to the southern parts of the Antarctic Peninsula, Peter I Island, the Bellingshausen and Amundsen Seas into the Ross Sea, visiting Shackleton's and Scott's huts, Mc Murdo Station, the Dry Valleys and Campbell Island Island. This 33-day voyage offers ...

  8. Antarctica Peninsula Trips with Helicopter Tours

    Our Antarctica Peninsula tours that include helicopter flights start at $12,100 for a 11 days tour. Tell one of Adventure Life's Antarctica Peninsula experts about your ideal helicopter tour, and they will help you plan every last detail to make your trip reality. $38,495. Save 30%.

  9. Helicopter flightseeing: Antarctica from the air

    On top of that, to avoid the risk of disturbing anyone else's Antarctic serenity, the helicopters aren't allowed to operate within five nautical miles of any other cruise ship. For all this, I was still amazed that whether you were on the ground or on the ship, the sound of the helicopters completely disappeared about 30 seconds after take-off.

  10. Antarctica Cruises 2024 & 2025

    Scenic Eclipse is purpose-built for Antarctica with a Polar Class 6 rating, oversized stabilisers, strengthened hull and state-of-the-art technology that ensures safe and comfortable navigation through icy waters. Just 200 guests on board allows for multiple daily Zodiac landings within IAATO regulations, promising the ultimate in Antarctic ...

  11. 11 Night Scenic Eclipse Antarctica in Depth Cruise

    Overview. Cruise Antarctica's pristine, icy waters in luxury on board Scenic Eclipse, and discover unique marine and bird life via offshore excursions and landings by Zodiac®, kayak, helicopter or on foot with expert guides. Embarking from Ushuaia at the southernmost point of Argentina, this incredible 12 day/11 night cruise follows the route ...

  12. The 7 Top Antarctica Cruises for 2024 + Tips From an Expert

    Guests will have the option to reserve a spot on the Viking DNV-classed submarine for a thrilling journey into the depths of the frigid waters in Antarctica. The return sailing, by way of the ...

  13. Weddell Sea—Emperor Penguin Voyage

    The Weddell Sea—Emperor Penguin Voyage is one of the most spectacular Antarctic adventures around. This 11-day expedition cruises aboard the 108-passenger ship M/V Ortelius and offers the unique experience of close emperor penguin encounters at their more secluded rookeries via exciting helicopter rides. Finish the voyage passing through the South Shetland Islands.

  14. Helicopter in Antarctica & Arctic

    Take a helicopter flight over the North Pole or enjoy the view over Antarctica from above. Helicopter flights are available on several Antarctica and Arctic cruises. site navigation; main content; Waterproof Cruises. Tel: +31 (0) 858 771 583; [email protected]; Home; About Waterproof;

  15. Emperor Penguin Quest: Expedition To Snow Hill

    Antarctica Cruise Packing List: What (& What Not) To Bring ... Experience a true polar quest aboard the ultra-chic Ultramarine ship, equipped with its two twin-engine helicopters that will fly you to the vicinity of this rarely-visited rookery, whereupon you'll walk across the thick sea ice to stand within metres of the most coveted penguin ...

  16. MV Ortelius Cruise Ship

    The most adventurous exploration of Antarctica packed with plenty of opportunities to partake in active polar pursuits. Length: 13 Day / 12 Night. Embarkation: Ushuaia, Argentina. Sites: Beagle Channel, Melchior Islands, Schollaert Channel, Neumayer Channel, + 5 More. $ 9,900 - $ 24,310.

  17. Best Antarctica cruise ships: 11 new expedition vessels that will take

    Scenic Eclipse also was the first Antarctica-bound cruise vessel to boast helicopters to take passengers on epic (and pricey) Antarctica excursions -- and it has a submarine for underwater exploring, too. Having experienced a helicopter excursion from the vessel, I can say that it's truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

  18. Holland America Line's 2025-2026 South America and Antarctica Cruises

    Cruises range from 14 to 22 days and stretch from the Panama Canal down to Antarctica. Seattle, Wash., Nov. 13, 2023 — Bookings are now open for Holland America Line's 2025-2026 South America and Antarctica season. Featuring a series of longer cruises up to 22 days, guests can experience the region's captivating blend of diverse cultures, breathtaking natural landscapes and rich ...

  19. Holland America Line Set To Explore South America, Antarctica And The

    Oosterdam and Zaandam offer cruises ranging from 14 to 27 days throughout the Southern Hemisphere. Seattle, Wash., April 3, 2023 — From the colossal glaciers of Antarctica to the lush jungles of Brazil, Holland America Line's 2024-2025 South America season explores the diverse landscapes of the continent on destination-rich itineraries. From November 2024 through March 2025, Oosterdam ...

  20. Cabin baggage confusion costs traveller her £11,000 Antarctic cruise

    Ms Coleshaw, from Bolton, lost her £11,000 Antarctic cruise with Hurtigruten (now HX) after cabin crew on a KLM flight from Manchester to Amsterdam asked her to check in her cabin baggage "as ...

  21. 18 Best Antarctica Cruises, Ships & Tours for 2024-2025

    Call 1.406.541.2677. Adventure Life's Antarctica cruises and tours are the ultimate way to visit the white continent in comfort, safety, and style. Thousands of travelers have trusted Adventure Life's Antarctica cruise experts to help them choose the perfect small ship cruise to Antarctica .

  22. Discover the Unique Nature of South America & Antarctica ...

    Discover the Unique Nature of South America & Antarctica with 2025-26 Cruise Season from Princess Cruises. PR Newswire. SANTA CLARITA, Calif., May 6, 2024. Newly Released Cruises Now on Sale.

  23. 4 USAF Rescue Wing Helicopters Airlift Passengers On Carnival Cruise

    On Saturday, two HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopters and two HC-130J Combat King 11 aircraft conducted a rescue mission to airlift a mother and her child by helicopter from a Carnival Cruise Line ship ...

  24. MV Ultramarine Cruise Vessel

    Launched in 2021, the 420-ft cruise vessel Ultramarine is designed to deliver the ultimate Antarctic expedition experience. This high-tech ship offers luxurious onboard facilities, an enthusiastic 140-strong expedition team and crew, a cruising speed of 16 knots, and the means to go farther, faster and more safely within the dynamic conditions of the Polar regions.

  25. Air Force rescues boy in critical condition from Carnival cruise ship

    USA TODAY. 0:03. 0:26. A 12-year-old boy in critical condition was medically evacuated from a Carnival cruise ship. Due to the ship being more than 350 miles offshore, the Air Force Reserve ...

  26. Video: Picked up a sick passenger from a cruise ship

    A call was received by the helicopter team of the Icelandic Coast Guard early this morning due to the acute illness of a passenger of a cruise ship. The ship was located on the east coast of ...