Weddell Sea Landscapes

Weddell Sea landscape

The landscape of the Weddell Sea is quite different compare to the north-west coast of the Antarctic Peninsula. The islands and coasts here have been covered by icecaps and glaciers for a long time and this left its marks on the landscape.

Rounded hills, often still partly covered by ice and large glaciers form the scenery on this side of the peninsula. Volcanic islands and huge icebergs ad to this already dramatic landscape.

Icebergs

The south-western and southern borders of the Weddell Sea are formed by the Larsen and the Filchner-Ronne Ice Shelf. These ice shelves produce the huge tabular icebergs that are so abundant in the Weddell Sea.

Related cruises

Up to $6800 OFF

Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Elephant Island - Antarctica - Polar Circle

16 Feb - 10 Mar, 2026

•

Tripcode: HDS29-26

Antarctic Circle Antarctic Peninsula Falkland Islands South Georgia Elephant Island

This Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and Antarctic Peninsula cruise is an animal-lover’s dream come true. The expedition explores one of the last untamed areas on Earth – a land of ruggedly beautiful landscapes and amazingly varied wildlife.

m/v Hondius

Go to cruise page

From 13350 USD

Up to $4150 OFF

Antarctica - Elephant Island - Weddell Sea - Polar Circle - Aurora Australis / Southern Lights

9 Mar - 23 Mar, 2026

•

Tripcode: PLA30-26

Antarctic Circle Antarctic Peninsula Weddell Sea Elephant Island

This expansive expedition takes you into the Antarctic Circle, combining the rich animal life of the Weddell Sea with the surreal shores and islands of the Antarctic Peninsula. Such key landing sites as the legendary Elephant Island and Crystal Sound...

m/v Plancius

Go to cruise page

From 8400 USD

Weddell Sea – In search of the Emperor Penguin, incl. helicopters

15 Nov - 25 Nov, 2026

•

Tripcode: OTL22-26

Weddell Sea

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.