Holidays to Antarctica & the Arctic
How times have changed for the Polar adventurer! These days we can explore the frozen continents of Antarctica & the Arctic in relative comfort and safety and return to our homes within 2 weeks, unlike Ernest Shackleton and his crew who took 2 years to escape its icy clutches after their ship was crushed in 1915. Of course, in keeping with our philosophy, it is essential that we protect this last pristine Polar wilderness, and in partnership with the ship's operators we apply the most stringent rules of minimum impact polar travel. This ensures that we protect this region of floating behemoths of ice, dormant volcanoes and cold waters that nourish the range of exotic polar creatures of land, sea and air that allow the most incredible holidays to Antarctica and the Arctic.
Shortlist.com:: Comments on the BBC Wildlife documentary series 'Frozen Planet' and explains you too can visit The Real Frozen Planet (November 2011).
Related pages concerning our Polar Expeditions:
- Our choice of Polar ships
- Small Ships are best
- The Polar Environment
- Polar - Best time to go
- Exclusive Polar Expeditions
What the experts say
'At the ends of the earth and far from the madding crowd, the polar regions are perhaps the last pristine wildernesses left on the planet. They’re harsh, merciless environments of savage, eye-watering beauty and to unlock these inaccessible Edens it’s essential to choose the right ship.
Unlike the rigorously scheduled liners plying the polar waters, we offer intimate, flexible itineraries aboard the Vavilov, Shokalskiy and the Kapitan Khlebnikov.
Commissioned as ice-rated research vessels rather than Caribbean pleasure palaces, these small, superbly equipped ships are quiet and safe, and offer adventurers unequalled opportunities to experience these frozen worlds.'
Paul Goldstein, Photographer, Guide & Presenter
The Polar Environment
We take our responsibility to minimise our impact on these pristine areas very seriously. Exodus is a full member of the International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO), and has agreed to abide by one of tourism's most conscientious code of conduct.
Perhaps the most important thing any polar travel company can do is to educate their clients to travel sensitively and compassionately. Our expedition team on each trip takes this part of their role very seriously and looks forward to explaining how everyone can play their part.
Exodus also support various conservation projects and initiatives in the Polar regions.
Polar Expeditions
SOUTH GEORGIA SPECTACULAR Trip code: PSS
With more than 30 species of seabirds including four species of breeding penguins, South Georgia is often referred to as the Galapagos of the Poles. Witnessing massive numbers of polar wildlife, spectacular scenery and historically significant sites from early explorations to the Antarctic region, this expedition is the perfect adventure for any wildlife enthusiast.
15 days from USD 0
JOURNEY TO THE NORTH POLE Trip code: PNP
Probably the ultimate Polar voyage: sail to 90 degrees north aboard the world's largest nuclear-powered icebreaker.
14 days from USD 26,800
SPITSBERGEN EXPLORER Trip code: PNS
Explore the Svalbard Archipelago, a paradise of ice and tundra, inhabited by Polar bears, walrus and seabirds.
11 days from USD 7,110
ANTARCTIC EXPLORER Trip code: PSX
The South Shetland Islands and the channels of the Antarctic Peninsula form arguably the most spectacular and certainly the most pristine wilderness on earth.
12 days from USD 7,230
ANTARCTIC CIRCLE QUEST Trip code: PSC
One of the most exciting voyages in the South Seas, going south of the Antarctic Circle and beyond, into waters untouched by all but the lucky few.
15 days from USD 9,580
