We are specialists in Antarctic and Arctic travel and will work with you to choose the best trip for your interests -- the best time of year, ship and itinerary -- and can help with arrangements from your home and back again. An expedition to Antarctica is the ultimate wilderness adventure. The seventh continent is bound by ice and it is the most unexplored place on the planet.
For decades Antarctica was only accessible to pioneering expeditions, but we are now able to follow in the footsteps of those explorers as we follow strict environmental guidelines. Cruises to Antarctica might include excursions to see icebergs, penguins and all manner of seabirds and whales.
For decades Antarctica was only accessible to pioneering expeditions, but we are now able to follow in the footsteps of those explorers as we follow strict environmental guidelines. Cruises to Antarctica might include excursions to see icebergs, penguins and all manner of seabirds and whales.
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Polar Holidays has been traveling and booking expedition cruises to the Polar Region for almost 20 years. We are familiar with the seasons, the destinations and the environments. We love to share our deep passion for the Polar Regions with travelers and explorers.
You can expect to be enriched by our in-depth knowledge of the Arctic and Antarctic Regions and dazzled by the incredible landscapes and wildlife unique to the area on one of our luxurious cruise ships.Our experienced operators are here to help you choose the best tour for your needs and interests.
You can expect to be enriched by our in-depth knowledge of the Arctic and Antarctic Regions and dazzled by the incredible landscapes and wildlife unique to the area on one of our luxurious cruise ships.Our experienced operators are here to help you choose the best tour for your needs and interests.
Cruises to the continent of Antarctica begin and end in South America. You can choose a cruise straight to the Antarctic Peninsula, or a Peninsula tour that includes a visit to the Falkland and South Georgia Islands, or the Shetland Islands, or a direct cruise to the Antarctic Circle. The time of year or duration of trip you can take may dictate which cruise will work best for you.
This specially curated page is full of resources put together by our seasoned travelers and booking specialists. Any information missing? Please contact us and we will be happy to answer your questions and amend our pages! We know how important it is to save money when traveling abroad.
We have a few resources that outline the best travel tips to certain parts of Antarctica and as well as how to save your wallet when taking a cruise to Antarctica.All of these articles have been written, approved, and used by our specialists and guests. We hope they serve you well! With over 200 different cruises possible to choose from, it can be a bit overwhelming trying to pick the right cruise.
We have a few resources that outline the best travel tips to certain parts of Antarctica and as well as how to save your wallet when taking a cruise to Antarctica.All of these articles have been written, approved, and used by our specialists and guests. We hope they serve you well! With over 200 different cruises possible to choose from, it can be a bit overwhelming trying to pick the right cruise.
Kayak through ice fields, Photograph wildlife, and scenery found nowhere else on the planet, Camp on the ice, Cross-country ski or snowshoe, or re-explore expeditions of the past. We have activities that will pique any interest. Look at the activities below, and then call us to plan your Polar Holidays Adventure.
Ask anyone who has taken a cruise to Antarctica and you will undoubtedly be regaled with stories about amazing landscapes, historic sites and exotic wildlife. Antarctica is unique and spectacular but the change in seasons affects the experience. So what is the best time to cruise to Antarctica? The austral summer from to February, for example, brings temperatures above the freezing mark.
Reviews (11)
Katie Quinn
Nov 05, 2019
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Thomas has personally been to the Arctic and Antarctic dozens of times! Further, his vast array of outdoor experiences reassures me that I am in good hands every step of the way. The team at Polar Holidays tailors the trips for each customers’ specifications, which is so important on a trip of this magnitude. These trips are once in a lifetime experiences, and I would recommend Polar Holidays to anyone interested in visiting the Arctic or the Antarctic!
Mark Middlesworth
Oct 19, 2019
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Kevin Richard Spangenberg
Oct 02, 2019
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Phil Adkins
Aug 07, 2019
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I have done a lot of adventure/photography travel in last 20+ years. Was told of Polar Holidays in 2007 & have made 4 trips with Mr. Kokta. The best experiences of my travels. Very knowledgeable of every area visited plus always made sure we saw and visited the very best sites that most people never get to.
Lynne Borderre
Jul 01, 2019
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Mary Armel
Jun 24, 2019
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Just returned from an life-changing visit to Antarctica! Could not have done it without the excellent support of Polar Holidays. Their experience shows, and helped us select among hundreds of trips. The penguins are so cute! Cannot thank the staff at Polar Holidays enough for putting our Antarctica cruise together!
Jonathan Barnett
Jun 24, 2019
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The team at Polar Holidays was able to walk me through the process of booking a two week trip to Antarctica. This is ultimately why I decided to book with them as they seemed to know best how to tailor their service to me. I would highly recommend this website for anyone planning to take a trip to see penguins! Thanks again!
Lawrence Hirst
Jun 20, 2019
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I have been on two trips with Thomas....one in Canada to see the polar bears and then to Botswana. I have known him for more than 9 years.
He is quite amazing as a photographic guide and I cannot rate him highly enough. He is skilled, will spend the time needed to give the amateur photographer the skills required to take professional photographs and is very pleasant company. His tours are well organised and thought out. I can recommend him without reservations
He is quite amazing as a photographic guide and I cannot rate him highly enough. He is skilled, will spend the time needed to give the amateur photographer the skills required to take professional photographs and is very pleasant company. His tours are well organised and thought out. I can recommend him without reservations
Virginia Blackham
May 28, 2019
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I had a wonderful trip to Antarctica in 2018 thanks to Thomas at Polar Holidays. Absolutely no dramas at all which was a huge relief because I was a solo traveller. I have no doubt I will be using Polar Holidays again in the future as they have a wide range of trips available, and not only to the polar regions. Well done.
Greg Baer
May 06, 2019
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Just a quick thank you for helping us organize a fantastic trip. We loved every minute of it. 4 days out on the ice with the penguins - a new record! It was so special that Clare was there - she absolutely loved it, as did I. Seems like we had all 4 seasons during the week; a bitterly cold day, a couple of relatively milder days and one warmer day. Fantastic! Who doesn't love penguins.
Again, thanks so much for all of your help and for getting us on this trip! I'm know we'll be in touch in the future.
Again, thanks so much for all of your help and for getting us on this trip! I'm know we'll be in touch in the future.
Kim G.
May 03, 2019
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