Recensies

I have a Gluten free diet and I am allergic to black pepper. I had several gluten free options for each meal and they took the black pepper out of the kitchen for the duration of the trip. My really special thanks to Hotel Manager: Zsuzsanna Varga [Hungary] Asst. Hotel Manager: Ana Sirbu Gomez [Romania] Chef: Heinz Hacker [Austria] Sous Chef: Ferenc Baranyay You were just too much!

Wir haben schon sehr viel von unserer wunderschönen Erde gesehen. Was wir auf dieser traumhaften Reise kennen lernen durfte, war unglaublich. Die super gute Reiseleitung unter Ali war herrlich. Dazu die Katia, die mit ihrer Simultanübersetzung Höchstleistung bot, hat uns diese Reise zum absoluten Highlight gemacht. Absolutes super Schiff, geniale Crew, super Guides, Wetterglück, unglaubliche Tierwelt und Landschaft. Wir sind voll mit dem "Antarktisvirus" befallen! Uns fehlen die Worte, um unsere Empfindungen aus zu drücken. Einfach phänomenal!! Danke an das ganze Team!

Our trip was so successful it felt as if we might be under some sort of spell of providential protection and luck. Every landing occurred in calm waters with favorable weather and abundant wildlife. We were able to view all eight species of Antarctic penguins, and for several, also observe their breeding and nesting behaviors and chicks. We saw five species of pinniped, many varieties of seabird, and whales too numerous to count. Besides the amazing wildlife we also visited places with such historical significance as to be practically mythological. And then there was the ice! From A68A, the iceberg the size of Switzerland, to deep blue ice sculptures or floes with Emperor Penguins, the ice was always magical. Our expedition team was unparalleled in their skill, knowledge, and constant good humor. Not only was this the trip of a lifetime, but it was the best trip it could possibly have been. Thanks to our captain who so masterfully navigated the ice, and the staff who were unwavering in their commitment to make this a memorable trip for every guest on the ship despite the diversity of language, background, and interests. I will carry the memories of this enchanted trip forever.

I have traveled all over the world and have taken many cruises and many guided trips. This crew was the most organized and most enthusiastic crew I have ever met. The crew was phenomenal in every way. The crew wanted you to see everything you could possibly see and to do the most you could possibly do. I would recommend this company to my family and friends.

This 18-day expedition was an amazing, life-changing experience. Everything about it was more than I could have ever expected. The entire crew and expedition team were fantastic, the educational talks were very informative, the landings were breathtaking, and the weather was better than one could have dreamed possible.

Could not have imagined a better experience visiting Antarctica. We were very fortunate to be blessed with good weather but even more fortunate to have such a great Oceanwide crew that was professional and passionate. The boat/hotel staff clearly communicated every step of the way and went above and beyond to make sure each guest maximized their experience to the fullest extent. The expedition staff's expertise on all things relating to Antarctica (penguins, icebergs, whales, birds, etc.) was evident and their respect and admiration for the environment was contagious. I would highly recommend Oceanwide Expeditions to anyone considering a trip to Antarctica--or to anyone not considering Antarctica for that matter.

Diese Reise war für mich in jeglicher Hinsicht excellent. Das ist natürlich zum einen das Erlebnis Antarktis als solches mit seiner ganzen Flora und Fauna, aber zum anderen auch alles "drum herum", das einfach gestimmt hat: hervorragendes Schiff, klasse Crew, tolles, aufregendes und abwechslungsreiches Programm (Landgänge, Zodiacs, Kayaking, Leben, Vorträge, Unterhaltung und Verpflegung an Bord, etc.). Die unmittelbare Einbindung der Hondius in die Suchaktion der abgestürzten C 130 Hercules hat einem direkt vor Augen geführt, wie nahe sich Glück und Unglück sein können.

The ship, the food, THE CREW, the expertise, the activities, the polar plunge, THE ENVIRONMENT, all together made me right sized and humble. Left with a great respect and awareness of our wondrous planet and the need to protect it.

This trip of a lifetime is not cheap but then again its worth every penny! The expedition team is superb and try to make your trip the best depending on the circumstances. All the staff on the boat are highly professional and I especially want to compliment Szuszanna, Anna, Charlotte and Raquel.The food was truly divine, surpassed all my expectations (as vegetarian it really was good, lots of variety). I did have issues with the heat in the room though, it really was suffocating at times (heater was off). The bed is nice and shower is perfect. I was surprised by how old the audience on our trip was and in some cases their lack of fitness. As this trip certainly is not without risks and I feel there was not done enough to keep the other guests sticking to these safety rules (eg no slippers and wildlife rules). Fortunately we had no incidents but I believe this is mainly due to the great weather conditions and luck. I recommend a more strict policy towards guests on safety as they may endanger the trip for others. Internet in the form of wifi is not working correctly, 100Mb gone in 1 day where the phone indicated not even 1/4 used. Also entertainment system was offline whole trip.

Everything about this trip was top-notch, from the accommodations to the staff (expedition, hotel, crew), I have nothing but praise for the entire experience.

A Must, do it, you would miss a unique, overwhelming, excellent and highly interesting experience! Outstanding and highly motivated, helpful staff! Awesome activities, best equipment, delicious meals, every day a highlight, memorable lectures, all in all far more you would expect! Thanks Hondius and team!

Como mi inglés no es el más correcto para expresarme, lo haré en español. Para mi hay dos cosas que creo que deberían de mejorar, la primera es lo seco que es el ambiente del aire acondicionado, durante todas las noches del crucero, sufrí unas pequeñas hemorragias nasales debido a la sequedad de los conductos. Lo segundo es la posibilidad de poder tener traducción al español de las conferencias que dan los guías.

I was blown away by the beauty of Antarctica, but also by the outstanding service of all the crew and staff of the Hondius. They literally went the extra mile and truly care for these pristine environments. The food (vegetarian) was first class and so were all the activities. Flexibility is key, but that's part of the adventure of not knowing exactly where you're going. This truly was an adventure of a lifetime. Thank you for sharing the secrets of this wonderful part of the world.

This trip is easily the most beautiful trip I have ever taken. When sharing my experience with family and friends upon returning home, I find that words fail to describe the beauty and stillness of the Antarctica and all its inhabitants! The guides worked so so hard to provide us with the best possible experiences every day and they were very knowledgable and passionate about their field of work. I also really enjoyed the workshops that were more science related, with two researchers who were doing actual research on bioacoustics on the Antarctica. This was informative and inspired me for my own studies as well :-) The photography workshops given by the two photographers were also really nice and made me much more confident in taking wonderful pictures. Lastly, the ship and its crew deserve a big big thank you for being so tirelessly hospitable and warm to all the guests.

I chose this trip, because I was looking for a very active trip. It did not disappoint. Activities from camping, kayaking, and mountaineering were fantastic. Even regular landings had a great hike to a viewpoint. Not only were the activities and sights remarkable, but the staff and expedition leaders were extremely knowledgeable, accommodating, and helpful. They really were the ones who made the trip incredible!