Practical traffic strategies for Antarctic travel

There are no four seasons in Antarctica, only warm and cold seasons. The warm season is 1 1 to March of the following year; The cold season is from April to October. In warm seasons, the average temperature in the coastal zone rarely exceeds 0. The average temperature in warm season is between 5 and -5 degrees Celsius, and it may be-10 degrees Celsius in extreme weather conditions.

The Antarctic tourism season lasts about 5 months. Every year is a warm season, and each month has its own unique highlights.

165438+ 10 In June, the ice broke and penguins began to make love.

65438+February and 65438+1October, the daytime is the warmest time on the Antarctic continent. You can enjoy up to 20 hours of sunshine every day, and the most important Antarctic tourism tide of the year comes during this time.

February to March is the best time to watch whales, when chicks begin to grow feathers.

When is the appointment?

At least half a year in advance! January to May is the best scheduled time. Tickets for better times sell quickly, so the earlier you book, the more choices you have and the more discounts you will enjoy. Choose the right flight according to your holiday; Choose different cabins according to your preferences and strength. Choose different routes according to your own time and taste.

way to travel

1. Cruise travel

This is the way that 90% tourists choose to go to the South Pole, and most of them come from ushuaia. The cruise ship you choose must be a member of IAATO (International Association of Antarctic Tour Operators). This organization advocates Antarctic environmental protection tourism, which is strict with ship operators and can also ensure your travel safety. The general price is between 700,000 yuan and 200,000 yuan, depending on the selected route, space and departure time.

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According to the size, there are two kinds of ships going to the South Pole: small ships, carrying about 100 people. It takes longer to get ashore. You can approach the islands near the North and South Poles, or sail in some famous fjords, and enjoy the magnificent natural scenery of the polar regions more closely on board. According to the weather, ice floes, etc. We can arrange sailing routes and activities more flexibly and make full use of every day in the North and South Poles. A big ship with more than 200 people. Generally speaking, this kind of cruise ship is more comfortable, more stable in rough seas, and can cross the Drake Strait faster, but large ships have a greater impact on the environment.

(PS: Generally, people over 100 are not allowed to land at the Antarctic landing site at the same time. Ships with less than 200 people can dock in most places, and cruise ships with more than 500 people are prohibited from docking anywhere. )

The picture below shows the normal travel route. Besides Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and Chengdu are all common starting points. It doesn't have to start in Beijing.

Cruise routes to Antarctica are probably the following three common routes:

Route 1 (red line): Most regular itineraries can be called Antarctic Peninsula cruise ships. The domestic date is estimated to be around 16 days;

Line 2 (Blue Line): Crossing the Antarctic Circle. This trip will cross the Antarctic circle, which will take longer than the 1 line and you can see more scenery. It can be called a trip through the Antarctic circle. Estimated to be away from home 19 days;

See below.

Line 3 (Yellow Line): Three Antarctic Islands: Falkland Islands, South Georgia Island and Antarctic Peninsula. It is expected to be around 25 days;

See below.

As can be seen from the time, the prices of the three lines are increasing in turn. Of course, it is not only the route that affects the price, but also the space! Tickets are the main cost of traveling to Antarctica.

The three routes of the cruise ship above contain almost all the Antarctic tourist routes.

Advantages: long sailing time and wide choice.

Disadvantages: You have to cross the 900-kilometer-long Drake Strait, the world-famous "Roaring Strait"! Because it is in the westerly belt, the wind and waves are heavy, and most people will get seasick more or less. Most of my guests will feel sick these two years. Of course, there are also very few people who have no response at all. The four-day round trip to the Drake Strait is the biggest psychological obstacle for many people to travel to Antarctica. In fact, there is absolutely no need to worry. This discomfort will be instantly replaced by boundless tranquility and shocking scenery A.

2. Sea and air tourism

If you don't want to cross the Drake Strait by boat, you can start your journey by plane and then board the tanker. But this method is rare and expensive. AntarticaXXI used 70 BAE- 146 planes to fly from punta arenas, Chile to Frey Station in king george island (1.5 hours). Before going home, take a few days' trip to the South Pole on the 68-seat Ocean Nova. Such a tour can not only avoid crossing the Drake Strait and seasickness, but also save at least 4 days to cross the Strait.

Travel from Europe to Santiago de Chile (Argentina is not a regular route! )。 Fly from San Diego to Penta Arena in the south, where you will fly over the Drake Strait and arrive in king george island. Take a cruise in king george island to start a trip to the South Pole. Similar to a return trip.

The advantage of this trip is that you don't have to cross the Drake Strait by boat to get seasick! And it can save four days.

Disadvantages: the price is more expensive. Wechat: xzy-trip, including the itinerary of 2065438+February 2005. This method has not been found anywhere else in China.

3. Air travel

Generally speaking, air travel will be used for hiking to the South Pole or Antarctic. Arrive at Union Glacier by plane, and then fly to South Pole. In the Antarctic, you have enough time to feel the end of the world and take pictures. At Union Glacier, you can experience many polar experiences, such as hiking, skiing and camping. This kind of travel is less frequent and more expensive. The price of going to the South Pole and the South Pole is generally above 400,000. I won't go into details.