Antarctica
Antarctica Field Camps
Antarctica
Antarctica
On this 6-day experience you will fly into the interior of Antarctica on a private jet and stay at the brand new camp - Wolf’s Fang.
The highlight of the trip is to summit an Antarctic Peak in the Holtedahl mountain range.
This is pioneering adventure at the end of the world.
Duration: 8 days
Starts: Cape Town, South Africa
Ends: Cape Town, South Africa
Language: English Speaking Voyage
FROM:
45000USD.-
Departures:
Jan 31 - Feb 5 2024
Feb 2 - Feb 7 2025
Zodiac cruising More info about this activity
On board the Zodiac you will discover a world of possibilities; accessing the most exclusive landing sites, cruising the coast in search of wildlife or simply enjoying a tour in the calm of the polar regions in search of marine wildlife or bird colonies.
The blue ice an its intimate presence is experienced at its best on zodiac tours.
It is not uncommon to meet curious seals, or humpback whales feeding.
Enrichment Program More info about this activity
Expedition cruising must be one of the most incredible ways of travelling. Not only for the amazing places you visit and the unforgetable wildlife but for the wildlife, the sensory overload and the unimaginable memories.
But all of this needs a context in order to understand where you are and what you are experiencing.
On board your expedition vessell you will find a group of experts, naturalists, zodiac drivers and guides that that will translate the language of nature for you, telling you the stories of the places you are visiting, reviewing the historical, biological, ecological and geological aspects of your trips.
You will experience first hand what surrounds you and arrive back home wiser and loaded with new knowledge.
Citizen Science More info about this activity
There’s important work being done every day, at some of the most renowned climate research facilities around the world, to record and study the incredible changes happening in remote places like Antarctica and th Arctic. As you might imagine, gathering critical on-site data on a regular basis would be a virtually impossible task for these groups. So we do it for them, in partnership with different research facilities.
If you’d like to get a first-hand look at how climate change is impacting our birds, sea life, glaciers, oceans, and weather patterns, and help scientists better understand our evolving planet, you’re welcome to join our Citizen Science program. And don’t let the word “science” scare you. We make it informative, interactive, and fun.
Skiing More info about this activity
Skiing in Polar regions requires a reasonable level of fitness and previous skiing experience. The snow conditions will be varied and the terrain can be challenging at times. While you don’t need to be a back-country athlete to participate, and there are opportunities to develop skills during the expedition, please note it is recommended a minimum ability as follows:
* Advanced level of skiing or snowboarding ability (ability to ski blue or black resort runs is required).
* Off-piste experience in a variety of snow conditions.
* Previous ski touring experience is an advantage, but not essential (depending on your off-piste experience and overall ability).
Hiking More info about this activity
Hiking options include very easy beach hikes (good for photographers who need time for photography), easier short hikes, medium-difficulty extended hikes, and more challenging long hikes.
Mountaineering More info about this activity
Most of the alpine peaks we climb are non-technical and can usually be attempted by people with limited experience, although some degree of knowledge is usually needed.
Climbing sessions can go from 4 to 10 hours long, and all of the needed gear will be provided by the operator. (ropes, crampons, ice axes, etc. Personal gear is not included)
We travel in uncompromised comfort across the mighty Southern Ocean in a private jet or Airbus. During the 5-hour flight, the African night turns to day as we soar over thousands of icebergs and pass into 24 hours of continuous sunshine.
WOLF’S FANG RUNWAY
The runway is overlooked by one of the most magnificent and iconic mountains on the entire continent, so named ‘Wolf’s Fang’ by the early Norwegian explorers. Once on the ground, you will be surrounded by kilometer-high monoliths of rock that rise vertically from the ice.
Wolf’s Fang is made up of 6 guest sleeping tents, a large communal tent and a newly refurbished washroom facility. All guest areas are heated for your comfort.
The communal tent with adjoining kitchen houses a cosy lounge with rich leather finishes and a dining room where guests are served all meals. Our chef prepares freshly baked bread every morning before the day’s activities and each dinner is signed off with a night cap of your choice.
DAY BEFORE DEPARTURE
The expedition company will host a safety briefing in Cape Town. This is where we will check all your polar clothing and prepare you for your flight south.
DAY 1
We fly to Antarctica (5 hours) and cross thousands of icebergs as we pass over the Southern Ocean.
During the flight, we cross into the polar circle and into 24 hours continuous daylight. Landing on the specialist ice runway, you will be escorted to Wolf’s Fang.
DAY 2
Settle into Wolf’s Fang and discuss your options for the coming days with our experienced guides.
Then set out for a hike through the nunataks around the camp, getting to know the incredible topography of Queen Maud Land.
DAY 3
Setting out early in the morning, we will traverse by foot and Skidoo to the base of the Drygalski range.
The 20km route will journey over glaciers and across numerous nunataks. Arriving in the early afternoon we will have time to take the scenery in and check equipment for the next day.
DAY 4 | Summit Day.
The journey to the summit will follow a valley carved out by the glacier and then up on to rocky ridge that leads to the peak.
At the summit you’ll experience the essence of exploration, standing where few humans have ever stood before.
Back at basecamp, you will enjoy a hearty meal and toast your achievement with champagne!
DAY 5
The return trip will be by foot and skidoo with a stop half way to put your ice climbing skills to the test. The wind scoops around the nunataks make the perfect spot for testing and improving your ice-climbing skills.
DAY 6
A convoy of Arctic Trucks, and skidoos for the more adventurous, will traverse you across the glacier to the base of the Needle Peak, so named as the rock explodes vertically out of the ice. Here you will follow the challenging rope walk set up by our guides across the rock and ice. Late lunch will be served before the journey back to Wolf’s Fang.
DAY 7
Our schedule leaves you time to include more climbing and mountaineering or perhaps fat-biking and hiking around the extraordinary playground at Wolf’s Fang, before a celebratory dinner rounds off your trip to the Great White Continent.
DAY 8
The flight out of Antarctica will be the last of your unforgettable Antarctic memories before you delve back into the energy and heat of Africa. You will be transferred to your hotel where you will have a chance to relax in a hot bath and reflect on your Antarctic adventure!
DAY BEFORE DEPARTURE
The expedition company will host a safety briefing in Cape Town. This is where we will check all your polar clothing and prepare you for your flight south.
DAY 1
We fly to Antarctica (5 hours) and cross thousands of icebergs as we pass over the Southern Ocean.
During the flight, we cross into the polar circle and into 24 hours continuous daylight. Landing on the specialist ice runway, you will be escorted to Wolf’s Fang.
DAY 2
Settle into Wolf’s Fang and discuss your options for the coming days with our experienced guides.
Then set out for a hike through the nunataks around the camp, getting to know the incredible topography of Queen Maud Land.
DAY 3
Setting out early in the morning, we will traverse by foot and Skidoo to the base of the Drygalski range.
The 20km route will journey over glaciers and across numerous nunataks. Arriving in the early afternoon we will have time to take the scenery in and check equipment for the next day.
DAY 4 | Summit Day.
The journey to the summit will follow a valley carved out by the glacier and then up on to rocky ridge that leads to the peak.
At the summit you’ll experience the essence of exploration, standing where few humans have ever stood before.
Back at basecamp, you will enjoy a hearty meal and toast your achievement with champagne!
DAY 5
The return trip will be by foot and skidoo with a stop half way to put your ice climbing skills to the test. The wind scoops around the nunataks make the perfect spot for testing and improving your ice-climbing skills.
DAY 6
A convoy of Arctic Trucks, and skidoos for the more adventurous, will traverse you across the glacier to the base of the Needle Peak, so named as the rock explodes vertically out of the ice. Here you will follow the challenging rope walk set up by our guides across the rock and ice. Late lunch will be served before the journey back to Wolf’s Fang.
DAY 7
Our schedule leaves you time to include more climbing and mountaineering or perhaps fat-biking and hiking around the extraordinary playground at Wolf’s Fang, before a celebratory dinner rounds off your trip to the Great White Continent.
DAY 8
The flight out of Antarctica will be the last of your unforgettable Antarctic memories before you delve back into the energy and heat of Africa. You will be transferred to your hotel where you will have a chance to relax in a hot bath and reflect on your Antarctic adventure!
INCLUSIONS
• Safety briefing (return transfers provided)
• Return transfers for Antarctica flights.
• Return flight to Antarctica (inc. a 30kg baggage allowance).
• All accommodation, food and drink (including all alcohol) in Antarctica.
• All guiding fees, support of field guides and logistics staff.
• The use of certain items of polar clothing, as denoted on equipment list.
• Payment by the expedition company of a ‘Carbon Tax’ for offsetting emissions created by all logistics associated with Antarctic travel.
EXCLUSIONS
• Commercial flights to and from Cape Town, South Africa.
• Accommodation and meals whilst in Cape Town.
• Polar clothing (you will be sent a tailored kit list in advance of your trip to assist you with purchasing items if required).
• Comprehensive insurance cover. (we can advise you as to the appropriate cover required.)
• Additional expenses incurred in Cape Town due to any delay.
• Additional baggage costs over the agreed amount.
• Cost of the use of a satellite phone whilst in Antarctica.
* The prices are per person in US Dollars, unless expressly specified in a different currency. In that case, payment will be in US dollars at the exchange rate of the day.
** All prices will be re-confirmed by email at the time of booking.
NOTE: Embracing the unexpected is part of the legacy—and excitement—of expedition travel. When traveling in extremely remote regions, your expedition staff must allow the sea, the ice and the weather to guide route and itinerary details. This itinerary is a tentative outline of what you’ll experience on this voyage; please be aware that no specific itinerary can be guaranteed.
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