Antarctica cruise review: An indescribable experience (Polar Circle - Wilkins Ice Shelf

Destinations: Antarctic Circle, Antarctic Peninsula

Highlights: Emperor Penguin, Antarctic Fur Seal, Adelie Penguin, Chinstrap Penguin, Crabeater Seal, Southern Elephant Seal, Gentoo Penguin, Humpback Whale, Leopard Seal, Minke Whale, Wandering Albatross, Weddell Seal, Black-browed Albatross, Snow Petrel, Giant Petrel, Antarctic Shag, Antarctic Petrel, Storm Petrel, Astronomy Workshop, Snowy Sheathbill

Since this was my second visit to Antarctica, I thought I knew what to expect. However this expedition far succeeded every expectation I had before I boarded Ortelius. Crossing the polar circle, seeing the Southern lights, visiting the Wilkins ice shelf, spotting Emperor/Gentoo/Adélie/Chinstrap penguins, having the most amazing encounters with humpback whales next to (and under) the zodiac boat.. There are just too many highlights to only pick one. Antarctica, the wonderful crew, the great fellow passengers. This was something extremely special which I'll never forget. Highly recommended to anyone ready to explore the most magical place, in a way that can be considered a true polar expedition. I'll absolutely visit again, and I will surely choose Oceanwide for that next adventure.

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