Antarctica
Antarctica Base Camps
Antarctica
Antarctica
Embark on an epic expedition combining remote camp luxury with the conquest of the South Pole. Explore ancient ice formations and otherworldly landscapes on an unforgettable journey through the White Continent.
Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
Starts: Cape Town, South Africa
Ends: Cape Town, South Africa
Language: English speaking trip
The itinerary is a guide only and is subject to change due to weather and ice conditions. The necessary adjustments will be made to ensure the best possible experience.
FROM:
US $110,500.-
Scheduled departures 2026
January 27th
Charter Flights More info about this activity
In departures with charter flights, part of the air transport segment is covered by the operation of the trip as part of the itinerary.
Check in the inclusions and exclusions of the program which air sections are included in your itinerary.
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.
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)
Caving & Mines More info about this activity
Visit with the experts in this guided tours some of the most amazing structures of the insides of our world.
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.
This expedition offers a deep immersion into Antarctica’s most dramatic landscapes, beginning at the iconic Whichaway camp, surrounded by rocky outcrops and a crystalline blue ice river system. Travelers can explore surreal ice waves, abseil down ancient cliffs, or enjoy peaceful moments with yoga and massage, all under the midnight sun. The pinnacle of the adventure is the South Pole expedition, a milestone that includes flying over remote mountain ranges to finally stand at the Earth's southernmost point, 90° South, with an overnight stay on the High Polar Plateau.
The second half of the journey transfers guests to Echo camp, an environment that feels straight from another planet due to its nunatak peaks and untouched ridgelines. Guided by certified experts, explorers can challenge their limits with ice climbing or trekking across dramatic rock spires that pierce the ice cap. Each day concludes with refined dining and champagne, celebrating the day's achievements in an environment of absolute luxury before returning to the energy of Africa following a farewell at the exclusive ice bar.
Highlights:
Overnight expedition to the geographic South Pole (90° South).
Stay in two distinct luxury field camps with unique geological settings.
Exploration of blue ice tunnels and crystalline river systems.
High-mountain trekking led by IFMGA-certified guides.
Wellness activities including sauna, yoga, and in-camp massage therapy.
Day 1: Arrival at Whichaway Camp
Welcome to the Midnight Sun
Your Antarctic adventure begins with a scenic flight from Cape Town to Wolf’s Fang Runway. Upon arrival, you’ll be transferred to Whichaway Camp where you’ll settle into your heated sleeping pod and enjoy a welcome dinner under the midnight sun.
Day 2: Discovering Whichaway
Crystal Rivers and Ice Waves
Explore the landscape surrounded by dramatic rocky outcrops and iridescent blue ice. Explore the landscape on a guided hike, visit the surreal ice waves, or descend into the crystalline blue river system, finishing the day in the sauna or with a fireside dinner.
Day 3: Ice Adventures at Whichaway
Challenges and Wellness
Experience the thrill of abseiling down ancient ice cliffs. For a gentler pace, enjoy yoga in the dome, a massage with our in-camp physical therapist, or a peaceful trek across the frozen lake leading to panoramic viewpoints.
Day 4: South Pole Expedition
The Southernmost Point on Earth
Board our Basler aircraft and fly over vast mountain ranges towards the southernmost point on Earth. Stand at 90° South, capture the moment, stamp your passport, and overnight on the High Polar Plateau — a true explorer’s rite of passage.
Day 5: Return and Camp Transition
Celebration under the Antarctic Sky
Awaken on the High Polar Plateau before flying back across the continent to settle into Echo, your second camp. Celebrate your Pole achievement with a refined three-course dinner and champagne beneath the endless Antarctic sky.
Day 6: Echo’s Otherworldly Playgrounds
Nunatak Exploration
Echo offers a landscape straight from another planet. Explore the surrounding nunatak peaks, try your hand at ice climbing, or trek across untouched ridgelines with breathtaking views in every direction.
Day 7: High-Mountain Exploration
Exposed Ridges and Rock Spires Embark on a challenging hike led by IFMGA-certified mountain guides. Traverse exposed ridges and dramatic rock spires that pierce the ice cap, offering some of the most surreal vistas on the continent.
Day 8: Departure Home
Final White Continent Memories
The flight out of Antarctica will be the last of your enduring memories. Linger at Wolf Fang’s Ice Bar, explore the exclusive boutique, or unwind with a film before returning to the vibrant energy of Africa.
Day 1: Arrival at Whichaway Camp
Welcome to the Midnight Sun
Your Antarctic adventure begins with a scenic flight from Cape Town to Wolf’s Fang Runway. Upon arrival, you’ll be transferred to Whichaway Camp where you’ll settle into your heated sleeping pod and enjoy a welcome dinner under the midnight sun.
Day 2: Discovering Whichaway
Crystal Rivers and Ice Waves
Explore the landscape surrounded by dramatic rocky outcrops and iridescent blue ice. Explore the landscape on a guided hike, visit the surreal ice waves, or descend into the crystalline blue river system, finishing the day in the sauna or with a fireside dinner.
Day 3: Ice Adventures at Whichaway
Challenges and Wellness
Experience the thrill of abseiling down ancient ice cliffs. For a gentler pace, enjoy yoga in the dome, a massage with our in-camp physical therapist, or a peaceful trek across the frozen lake leading to panoramic viewpoints.
Day 4: South Pole Expedition
The Southernmost Point on Earth
Board our Basler aircraft and fly over vast mountain ranges towards the southernmost point on Earth. Stand at 90° South, capture the moment, stamp your passport, and overnight on the High Polar Plateau — a true explorer’s rite of passage.
Day 5: Return and Camp Transition
Celebration under the Antarctic Sky
Awaken on the High Polar Plateau before flying back across the continent to settle into Echo, your second camp. Celebrate your Pole achievement with a refined three-course dinner and champagne beneath the endless Antarctic sky.
Day 6: Echo’s Otherworldly Playgrounds
Nunatak Exploration
Echo offers a landscape straight from another planet. Explore the surrounding nunatak peaks, try your hand at ice climbing, or trek across untouched ridgelines with breathtaking views in every direction.
Day 7: High-Mountain Exploration
Exposed Ridges and Rock Spires Embark on a challenging hike led by IFMGA-certified mountain guides. Traverse exposed ridges and dramatic rock spires that pierce the ice cap, offering some of the most surreal vistas on the continent.
Day 8: Departure Home
Final White Continent Memories
The flight out of Antarctica will be the last of your enduring memories. Linger at Wolf Fang’s Ice Bar, explore the exclusive boutique, or unwind with a film before returning to the vibrant energy of Africa.
INCLUSIONS
Return car transfers for Safety Briefing
Return car transfers for Antarctica flights
Return flights to Antarctica (inc. 23kg for hold luggage and 7kg for hand luggage)
All accommodation, food and drinks, including all alcohol, in Antarctica
All activities, excursions and experiences, including massages
Loaned use of certain items of polar clothing, as denoted on equipment list
EXCLUSIONS
Flexible tickets for commercial flights to and from Cape Town, South Africa
Comprehensive insurance cover (White Desert staff can advise you as to the appropriate cover required)
Required polar gear (you will be sent a tailored kit list in advance of your trip to help you purchase the necessary items)
All accommodation and meals whilst in Cape Town
Additional expenses incurred in Cape Town due to any weather delay
Additional baggage costs over the agreed amount
* 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.
** Rates are correct at the time of publication. 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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