Polarkreis

Überqueren Sie den Antarktischen Polarkreis. Wir helfen Ihnen bei der Auswahl der verschiedensten Expeditionskreuzfahrten. Erleben Sie die Antarktis beim Wandern, Kajak fahren und beim Tauchen.

Diese Grenze befindet sich auf 66° 33' südlicher Breite und markiert laut einer Definition das Antarktis-Territorium.

Am südlichen Polarkreis ist es mindestens einmal im Jahr 24 Stunden durchgängig hell. Dieses Phänomen wird durch die Neigung der Erdachse um 23,5 Grad verursacht. Der südlichste Punkt, den wir vermutlich auf unserer Reise erreichen werden befindet sich nahe der Detaille-Insel in der Crystal-Meerenge (66° 52' südlicher Breite).

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Reisen zum (Südlichen) Polarkreis

Antarktis - Polarkreis - Walbeobachtungsreise
Bis zu $4000 Rabatt

Antarktis - Polarkreis - Walbeobachtungsreise

Überqueren Sie den Polarkreis

PLA32-24 Diese Reise entlang der Antarktischen Halbinsel bis zum Polarkreis führt durch Gewässer, in denen sich Buckel-, Zwerg- und Finnwale aufhalten. Die Expedition bietet an verschiedenen Stellen die Möglichkeit für zahlreiche Aktivitäten wie z.B. Wandern...

m/v Plancius

MS Plancius

Reisezeit:

21 Mär - 1 Apr, 2024

Liegeplätze ab:

5650 USD

Falkland Inseln – Südgeorgien - Elephant Island - Antarktis - Polarkreis

Erlebe mindestens 6 Pinguinarten

HDS29-25 Diese Kreuzfahrt auf den Falklandinseln, Südgeorgien und der antarktischen Halbinsel ist ein wahr gewordener Traum eines Tierliebhabers. Die Expedition erkundet eines der letzten ungezähmten Gebiete der Erde - ein Land mit wildromantischen Landschaften...

m/v Hondius

MS Hondius

Reisezeit:

20 Feb - 14 Mär, 2025

Liegeplätze ab:

16700 USD

Antarktis - Elefanteninsel - Weddellmeer - Polarkreis

Wagen Sie sich über den Polarkreis hinaus und besuchen Sie einige der tierreichsten Gewässer und Inseln der Antarktis

PLA31-25 Diese ausgedehnte Expedition führt Sie bis zum Polarkreis und verbindet die reiche Tierwelt des Weddellmeeres mit den surrealen Küsten und Inseln der Antarktischen Halbinsel. Wichtige Anlandestellen wie die legendäre Elefanteninsel und der Crystal Sound...

m/v Plancius

MS Plancius

Reisezeit:

9 Mär - 23 Mär, 2025

Liegeplätze ab:

10500 USD

Antarktis & Polarkreis

Überqueren Sie den Polarkreis

OTL31-25 Diese Reise entlang der Antarktischen Halbinsel bis zum Polarkreis führt durch Gewässer, in denen sich Buckel-, Zwerg- und Finnwale aufhalten. Die Expedition bietet an verschiedenen Stellen die Möglichkeit für zahlreiche Aktivitäten wie z.B. Wandern,...

m/v Ortelius

MS Ortelius

Reisezeit:

10 Mär - 21 Mär, 2025

Liegeplätze ab:

7700 USD

Antarktis - Jenseits des Polarkreises - Wilkins-Schelfeis - Aurora Australis

Besuchen Sie Orte, die von De Gerlache auf seiner Polarexpedition an Bord der Belgica entdeckt wurden

OTL32-25 Die Reise ist eine echte Expedition, auf der wir die sehr selten besuchte Region der Bellingshausen-See, der Marguerite-Bucht und der Alexander-Insel erkunden. Wir besuchen Orte, die von De Gerlache auf seiner Polarexpedition (Juni 1887 - März 1899)...

m/v Ortelius

MS Ortelius

Reisezeit:

21 Mär - 5 Apr, 2025

Liegeplätze ab:

10500 USD

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Guide’s Choice for Binoculars: Swarovski Optik

Our guests often ask us what they should pack when it comes to the more optional polar travel gear, such as cameras or binoculars.

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Bewertungen

von Lucinda Roenicke
The 23 day trip on the Hondius was better than I ever could have imagined. Every day was filled with views, wildlife and wonderful presentations. The team (guides, crew, service, etc) were all friendly, knowledgeable and professional. The ship was extremely comfortable, the food delicious and plentiful and the excursions were fun and informative. The lead guide, Pippa, checked weather daily and made educated decisions with the captain on where we should head. Everyday we were not at sea we had an excursion! The guides were all well educated and gave presentation on history, animals, geology and more. It was great learning about what we were seeing. I highly recommend this trip, Oceanwide and The Hondius !
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von Thomas Roenicke
This trip was beyond out expectations - from crew to guides to activities and itinerary Bewertung lesen
von Edwin Ketting
De reis met de Hondius van Oceanwide is een echte aanrader. Het personeel en de staff doen er alles aan om het naar je zin te maken. Het was een onvergetelijke reis. Als je van plan bent om deze reis te maken is Oceanwide wel een van de beste. Bewertung lesen
von Rob Outar
Embarking on an Oceanwide Expeditions journey to the Antarctic Circle is nothing short of a transformative experience. The pristine beauty of the icy realm is matched only by the warmth and expertise of the Oceanwide crew, who ensure every moment is filled with awe and education. From the majestic icebergs rising like sculptures to the playful wildlife that greets you at every turn, the expedition feels like a true exploration into the last great wilderness on Earth. The ship, a comfortable and sturdy vessel, becomes a home away from home, where every meal is a delight and every cabin a cozy retreat after days filled with adventure. The guides are not just knowledgeable; they are passionate storytellers who bring the history and science of this remote place to life. Whether it’s witnessing a humpback whale breaching beside the ship or hiking to a vantage point for a breathtaking panorama, the memories made here are indelible. Oceanwide Expeditions doesn’t just take you to Antarctica; they immerse you in it, offering a once-in-a-lifetime trip that’s as educational as it is exhilarating. It’s a journey that changes you forever. Bewertung lesen
von A. Sztrimbely
I took a Deep South (Antarctic Circle) Expedition with Oceanwide earlier this year and the experience could not have been better! Not only did we have a dream trip in terms of weather, activities and wildlife spotting - making numerous stops and zodiac trips every day and meeting all of our trip objectives thanks to the amazing work of the Captain and Expedition Team, who continually altered our plans to make sure the ship was in the best position to take advantage of the conditions - but the entire atmosphere and energy on the boat was amazingly welcoming and fun. I just have to highlight how incredible the entire Oceanwide staff/crew is. Not only are they super knowledgeable, they are incredibly friendly. Everyone, from the guides to the bridge team to the housekeeping and galley staff, is happy to welcome you on board and into the Plancius/Oceanwide family. The kitchen staff knew all of our names by day 2! And they were amazing at dealing with dietary restrictions and preferences. The guides and bridge staff were likewise happy to mingle, chat and answer any questions (even ones for which they had to look up the answers)! A wonderful experience overall! Bewertung lesen
von Jodi Brown
My 11-day Antarctic expedition was outstanding from start to finish. The staff were knowledgeable, friendly, enthusiastic, and professional. The food was delicious. The M/V Plancius was quiet, well-appointed, and just the right size. The crew did an amazing job making sure we experienced as much as possible whenever possible, and I would absolutely take this trip again and again. My only regret is that I'm not an expert in Antarctic/Arctic wildlife or climate so I can't get a job with Oceanwide as an expedition staff member ;) Bewertung lesen

FAQ

The Antarctic Circle, which is also referred to as a polar circle, is one of the five latitude circles that are used to divide maps of Earth. An expedition cruise to the Antarctic Circle will take travelers south of the Equator to the 66°33′45.9″ coordinates. The Antarctic Circle is between the Southern Temperate Zone and the Antarctic. This polar circle crosses through Antarctica, the Southern Ocean and the Balleny Islands.

Due to the range of the Antarctic Circle, the average weather conditions can vary greatly. However, most expedition cruises that go near the Antarctic Circle stop at Detaille Island. This area can be warmer than many travelers would imagine. For example, in October, the temperature usually ranges from -7 to 0 degrees Celsius (19.4 to 32 degrees Fahrenheit). Of course, the Antarctic Circle can also be extremely frigid, depending on the time of year.  

The Antarctic Circle is slowly moving southward. This movement changes its exact coordinates by approximately 15 meters (49 feet) every year. At the current time, the entire area beneath the Antarctic Circle takes up 20 million square km (7.7 million square miles), which accounts for 4 percent of the Earth’s total landmass. 

Although we do not know which individual determined the existence of this Polar Circle, history does tell us that James Cook was the first person to travel to the Antarctic Circle. Cook reportedly crossed the circle via boat in 1773 as part of his second voyage to discover new regions.  

The exact area of the Antarctic Circle that you visit will directly impact the type of wildlife that you might encounter. During a cruise to the Antarctic Circle, it is possible that you will see a variety of penguin species, along with whales, seals and seabirds. 

A cruise to the Antarctic Circle is definitely a unique experience, and you may see a variety of photo-worthy things. Examples include wildlife, glaciers and icebergs.

One of the most intriguing facts about the Antarctic Circle is the region’s 24 hours of daylight and nighttime that take place once a year. To explain, December is filled with a full 24 hours of daylight to mark the solstice, and the opposite event occurs in June. 

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