Discover Antarctica: Top Outdoor Adventures Awaiting You

Antarctica was the world’s last discovered and is its least populated, polluted and explored continent. Heading here for any type of adventure is a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Many adventurers opt to climb Mount Vinson, the continent’s highest peak, which takes between 10 days and two weeks. While the climbing itself is not technically difficult, it is made far more difficult by the harsh conditions and logistical difficulties of transporting people and gear.

Away from summiting the continent’s highest peak, ski touring is another incredibly popular option. Most ski tourers stick to the Antarctic Peninsula, which juts out of the continent toward the tip of South America. It is here that the continent’s tallest mountains are found along with the best ski spots.

Many ski tourers opt to add sailing and kayaking to their itinerary in the summer. Since the skies never darken, there certainly is plenty of time to squeeze all of these activities in.

Stunning scenery

With 98 percent of its surface area covered in ice and no plant life, Antarctica resembles an alien world. Heading out into the remote reaches of its mountainous peninsulas and spectacular bays is the best way to appreciate the other-worldly beauty of the southern continent and experience its sublime scenery.

Climb one of the Seven Summits

Rising to 4,898 meters in elevation, Mount Vinson is the highest peak in Antarctica and one of the world’s Seven Summits. Conquering the peak is a sustained challenge, but adding the notch to your belt, as well as taking in the stunning beauty from its summit are well worth the effort of making it to the top.

Ski at the bottom of the world

It’s not everyday that you can boast to friends and family about having skied at the bottom of the world. Heading to Antarctica can turn this pipe dream into a reality. Ski from summit to seashore on the white continent and marvel at this uniquely stark and beautiful landscape. More adventurous skiers (with proper preparation and precautions) can even head further in land for a proper Antarctic adventure.

During the summer months, which is the only time when it is possible to visit Antarctica for outdoor activities, average daily temperatures are generally between -20°C and -5°C. Snowstorms are also not uncommon during the summer

Most trips to Antarctica will begin with a flight into Presidente Carlos Ibáñez del Campo International Airport (PUQ) in Punta Arenas, Chile. From here guides will arrange transport via seaplane to Antarctica.

Most trips are priced in US dollars or Euros.

December to February