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Scott's Hut
Experiences
Still containing its original furniture and supplies, the wintering hut of Robert Falcon Scott’s final expedition is one of Antarctica’s most captivating historical sites
Shackleton’s Hut
Experiences
Located in McMurdo Sound, this historic hut was used by Shackleton and his crew during their legendary attempt to reach the South Pole
Shore-Based Walking
Experiences
Explore the last true wilderness of our planet on foot, and absorb the beauty of the polar regions at your own pace
Snow Petrel
Wildlife
One of three species of birds that breed only in Antarctica, these water-runners are the only member of the Pagodroma genus
South Polar Skua
Wildlife
Smaller in features but no less aggressive than most skuas , these Antarctic seabirds will attack humans who venture too close to their nests
Southern Elephant Seal
Wildlife
The largest of their species, southern elephant seals are often found in haul-outs along Antarctic coastlines
Walk on the Ross Sea pack ice
Experiences
Weddell Seal
Wildlife
Named after the British navigator and sailor James Weddell, these extensively studied seals live farther south than any other mammal
Whale safari
Experiences
One of the greatest sources of joy and wonder found on our cruises is when we make contact with the gentle giants of the seas, the whales.
Wilson's Storm Petrel
Wildlife
These storm-savvy seabirds are the smallest warm-bodied creatures to breed in Antarctica, evading the most violent tempests by flying in the troughs of waves
Yellow-Eyed Penguin
Wildlife
With pale yellow heads, bright yellow headbands, and large yellow irises, yellow-eyed penguins have more than earned their name
