How to Get to Antarctica: Travel and Transportation Strategies

Do you have any friends who want to experience Antarctica? Today, the editor will teach you how to go to Antarctica. In fact, going to Antarctica costs a lot of money in transportation, but you just can’t stand the attraction of Antarctica.

Cruise

This is the mode of travel chosen by most tourists, and most depart from Ushuaia. The advantage is that there are many choices, many routes, large price differences, and the highest cost performance; the disadvantage is that it must pass through the Drake Strait or the "westerly belt", which will cause seasickness and long sailing time.

Air-Sea Transport

This is one way to operate a cruise ship. Departing from Punta Arenas, Chile, after a 2-hour flight, we arrived at King George Island, and then transferred to a cruise ship for a 5-7 day landing tour. The advantage is that flying over the Drake Passage does not cause seasickness and saves time; the disadvantage is that it is the most expensive. One way trip is greatly affected by weather.

At present, sea and air combined flights are mainly provided by two cruise ships.

Ocean Nova Ocean Nova and Hebrew Sky

"Ocean Nova" is the originator of direct flights to Antarctica. It can carry 68 passengers. The cabin is not large, but it is very popular with tourists from all over the world. welcome.

Brideansky Cruise, formerly known as Sea Explorer, can accommodate 120 passengers. After the renovation, the cabin facilities are luxurious and the fares are high.

Air travel

This method is used when going to Antarctica or Inland Antarctica. Arrive at Union Glacier by flight from Punta Arenas, Chile, then fly to Antarctica or Inland Antarctica. This not only tests travelers’ spirit of exploration, but also tests their financial strength. There are currently only two companies operating in Antarctica, and ticket prices are about US$60,000-80,000 per person, with prices rising year by year.