5 Worst Things About An Antarctica Trip. Should They Stop You Going?

[@josephworkman7562]

"There's a lot of gear that you need!" ...... or if you're Canadian, ya just pack yer normal outdoor winter clothing already in your hall closet. The kind of attire worn while shoveling the laneway :)

[@tipsfortravellers]

Love this !!!!

[@josephworkman7562]

@@tipsfortravellers Heheheh :) I really like this video none the less! :) Like you say .... this trip is CRAAAAAZY expensive ! :'(

[@davidcoleman2463]

Ha ha . Have all my gear. I am Canadian. I have camped out in the winter. I have been up to Hudson Bay . In Canada we know how to keep warm . This trip would be no big deal to me .

[@suzycreamcheesez4371]

I'm not. I'm Hawaiian

[@ClassyOnTheRun]

I am currently planning to do one of these cruises.... and pretty sure I already have the gear #Canadian

[@suzanneschannel1]

I went on a large ship that only did sail by. However, the ship got very close to glaciers and there were spectacular views of penguins and seals. The cruise also stopped on The Falkland Islands where there was a shore excursion that allowed you to walk amongst penguins. The whole cruise was fantastic in every way.

[@stephaniehale946]

*Did you use Holland America? Thank you!*

[@camf7522]

All your negatives are what you expect when doing a wildernesses expedition. I agree to go on the smallest ship you can afford. My 11 day cruise cost just under AU$8000 3 months before departure on sale. I went on Ocean Endeavour which took 199 passengers, 100 ashore and 99 in zodiac cruising at each stop then swap after about 45 - 60 minute. Shore excursions were 2 times a day. My Antarctic cruise was fantastic, Quark provided the jacket (to keep)and boots (on loan), the other clothing needed cost about AU$200 on end of season sale. There was little to spend money on whilst onboard other than at the bar, souvenir shop, satellite phone calls laundry or juice bar. The food was all as much as you could eat and all meals included drinks including wine and beer. 24 hour coffee and tea. My recommendations for Antarctic cruise are: * don’t do a luxury Antarctic cruise, pick a small ship (200 passengers or less) expedition * if you are flexible, book once discounts start * if you want to experience untouched wilderness, book the first cruise of the season, this is what I did. It felt like no one had ever been to our shore excursion locations before us. Only disappointment was we were too early too see whales, although we did see Killer Whales. * plan for rough seas, don’t be put off as this is part of the expedition experience I can’t wait to find another great deal to Antarctica, I feel a strong need to be there again.

[@seanpeters3690]

Thank you so much for this advice. I'm planning a trip on Quark Expeditions. Do you have a specific ship you would recommend?

[@seanpeters3690]

Thank you so much for this advice. I'm planning a trip on Quark Expeditions. Do you have a specific ship you would recommend?

[@buccarastaa]

Wildfoot Travel based in the UK are excellent. Choose the MV Plancius. Takes 108 passengers, we did at least 1 landing a day, usually 2. Got up close and personal with Elephant seals, Fur Seals, saw whales and dolphins of all flavours and mountains of birds. Food is top class, rooms are adequate, and no stupid swimming pool or spa. If you want a proper expedition, including Polar Plunges, check them out

[@aaronjackson1875]

The only thing stopping me is the fact I’m not a millionaire.

[@wandakutz2186]

I was there in 1958 navy paid my way

[@sebastiansochanski]

That's ridiculous,if you want hard enough you make it happen.Those ships are not full of millionaires.I and my wife we traveled the world on shoe string badget.If you like posh hotels it's rather difficult if you don't mind staying in 10$ a night hotel room you're golden.Best of luck.

[@nlknok77]

You don't need to be a millionaire though. My mother went and she's not a millionaire.

[@ilovesparky13]

It’s not THAT expensive.

[@David73490MY]

@@ilovesparky13 it is, you could literally travel all of Asia with that money. Not exaggerating.

[@thewatcherau3266]

The rest of my family love cruises and have been trying to get me to go for years, but the idea of that sort of travel makes me want to stick hot pokers in my eyes. I try to avoid organised tours where possible. This was my experience. I was doing a once in a lifetime around the world trip in 2018 and wanted to get to all the continents, and realised I'd have to take one if I wanted to go to Antarctica. While it is expensive, it doesn't have to be as much as you have said. I have stayed in hostels and camped all my life. I understand many people aren't into that style of travel though. I generally only use a room for sleeping and am out wandering as much as I can. So I went on a 9 day cruise which cost me AU$5500 in a triple share room with 2 strangers. I was fairly confident I wouldn't be stuck with yobbos at that price, and actually ended up being the youngest guy in the room. I was 46 at the time. The boots were provided in a really good quality travel bag which we got to keep ( the bag not the boots ), I hired pants and jacket from a company in Ushuaia, and they were waiting in my room when I checked in. The rest of the time I wore shorts and a jumper inside on the ship, and only put a jacket on if going on deck. I had thermal gear I had worn to sleep hiking in Peru, but never even got it out of my bag during the cruise. I was very lucky and had an amazing trip, even with two days in bed on the way down. Some of the crew said the Drake was up there with the worst they had seen it. As the small crew all have different backgrounds ( both their nationalities and specialties ), and there were talks available in the observation lounge on history, glaciers, wildlife etc on the days of sea travel. They were all extremely friendly, and sat at different tables every meal so you got to talk to them all I went on the Ocean Nova, which only holds 68 passengers, so everyone got to go ashore for the two landings we did each day. I thick the landings were around 2 hours each. It has an ice strengthened hull, and on the last day we rammed into a shelf of fast ice for our landing. And the whole time we only saw two other ships and they were miles away. It was the beginning of November and the first trip of the year. Unfortunately the small ship does get tossed around in the waves more, but I see that as part of the adventure. We left port in the evening and it was smooth when I fell asleep. The beds are across the ship, and I woke to find myself sliding first into the wall at the head of the bed, then my feet into the wardrobe. I hadn't taken sea sickness tablets as I had never been seasick before, and after breakfast was the most sick I have ever felt. Once I worked out I could keep things down if I was lying down, I had some tablets and didn't feel sick although I was unable to eat. I took tablets all the way back and was fine. Everywhere we landed the snow was untouched by humans. Another advantage to going early is the smell of the penguin colonies gets much worse as the season warms up and more poop builds up. They certainly produce a lot, and don't mind where they shoot it. The first time on land was snowing and blowing a gale, but it improved after that, and on the day we did the Polar Plunge ( jumping into the near freezing water ) it was 17 degrees and sunny, and didn't even need a jacket for our BBQ dinner on deck that night. We saw whales, seals ( and some pups ) and 3 different sorts of penguins. Went in the inflatable boats up to a glacier face. You could also pay extra for kayaking or snow shoeing but I was more than happy to sit down and watch penguins. Unfortunately we did have to head back a day early as there were storms coming that would have made the return trip worse than the way down. But to offset this we had an incredible sunset and had 2 whales swimming around the ship. It was a bummer to leave a day early but I felt the things we had seen and done already were worth more than $5500. Sth America is incredible, and I would highly recommend travelling through Patagonia on the way there or back if you can. I had 4 months in Peru, Argentina, Chile and Uruguay ( and Antarctica ) to end my trip and they are the places I long to head back to. Buenos Aires is a beautiful city and well worth a stop over for as long as you can. I was coming from Santigo, and found it much cheaper to fly to Punta Arenas and get the bus to Ushuaia than fly direct. I have been to 37 countries and this was by far the best thing I have ever done. I hope to take my children there one day when they grow up ( you have to be 18 to go ).

[@s2seltaeb]

Great write-up!

[@keithputzier]

I loved my trip to Antarctica, We got lucky and had calm seas all the way down and only one bad day coming back but it was bad. It cost me $10,300 including my airfare back and forth to Omaha and 3 days sightseeing in Buenos Aires that I added in simply because I had to go there anyway. I went on Quark Expeditions aboard The Ocean Endeavour last December.

[@enidbreakstone773]

It's very expensive, but Lindblad and NatGeo have teamed up to offer trips on every continent including Antarctica. My mother and I have traveled three times with them (the Arctic Circle, the Amazon through Peru, and French Polynesia) and every time was exemplary. The service, staff, and crew are awesome. The ships are beautiful and the food is delicious (I'm vegan and I was never disappointed). I've been wanting to go to Antarctica since my mother went in 1994. And am planning to go, still, in the next couple of years.

[@neugabi]

Where can I apply to the offer? Which contact point did you use if you don't mind me asking?

[@melklausler]

Agreed! We always travel with Nat Geo/Lindblad.

[@stevenjohnsrud4655]

It is one of my top 7 continents to travel.

[@gripen6512]

@tommygirl20247 thats the point

[@captaincool3496]

Oh nice

[@hs7921]

These aren’t ‘worst things’. They are just logistics for what would be the adventure of a lifetime, predictable or not. On my list now.

[@markharnitchek2009]

thanks Gary...great video...i agree with you about the bad days...i was there in 2011 at McMurdo and the South Pole...even the cold, windy, and foggy days in Antarctica were spectacular...there is no place like it.

[@tipsfortravellers]

Thanks for watching. Great to hear 😀😀

[@cuckoosoup1746]

Went there in 1970. Got paid to go, or rather it cost 3 and 1/2 years of my life. It was fantastic!. Thank you U. S. Coast Guard (WAGB-283).

[@2ndchance220]

Yeah me to..i was same cruise as you

[@declanh2314]

What does the US coast guard do there

​@@declanh2314talking to aliens! 😂

[@badgastein2]

Well balanced review. We sailed Drake’s Passage and the drawers were sent flying across the cabin, it was so rough. Two of the five scheduled landings were cancelled due to rough seas. Great when we did get ashore via Zodiacs, seals playing with us, penguins oblivious to us. I recommend Berghaus storm proof jacket with fleece insulation and over-trousers in place of the cheap and inadequate jackets offered by a lot of cruise companies. Finally, I agree that you would be wasting your money on a cruise that does not actually land you on the continent. The prices are unlikely to rob so go as soon as you can afford it or, if you like wildlife, go to the Falkland Islands instead.

[@ThePbZepplin]

I went on an Sub-Antarctic research cruise as part of my degree programme. Got to go on a helicopter, helped sorting benthic samples and walked on Marion Island.

[@Pedro-gy5wx]

Most of Gary's points are spot on. If you are contemplating going, the 100-on-shore limit really dictates a small ship. Ours in fact had a capacity just on that, so every passenger could go ashore at each location, so we could get two distinct landing locations each day. Bigger ships need to land pax in shifts, so that doesn't happen. BIG difference. Also check what gear the cruise operator provides. All our gear was provided by the operator (hire cost no doubt built into the fare), BUT it meant we didn't have to hire (or purchase separately) and cart it down there with our other bags. Another big difference. They provided the boots, pants and jacket and they were good quality. Underneath we wore a T-shirt and lightweight track pants, never got cold. As a penguin-tragic for decades, this was definitely my biggest WOW experience. Just sitting on a rock as Adelies waddle past a metre away and look at you quizzically is the most awesome experience. Photo ops everywhere. Highly recommended, start saving now. And don't eat the pink snow!!!

[@donnahenderson4727]

This place is one and done so for me spending the money is worth it. I am planning on this being my retirement present to myself in 7 years.

[@LaLidoLoca]

Great info Gary. I really enjoyed the gear sequence. Great edit. Definitely a bucket list deal here with a bucket list price. - Tony

[@tipsfortravellers]

Thanks! It was fun to do 😀😀😀

[@janeholgate7220]

That bit made me smile. So detail oriented. 😀😀

[@classicraceruk1337]

I just went on Sliver Cloud to the Artic was a great experience. I am using the same boat later in the year for Antarctica.

[@victorrodriguezsr6081]

Thanks for the heads up. For sure crossing this off the bucket list.

[@rubyslipper3097]

If you are thinking of going and concerned about the cost may I suggest you consider going with Quark. I found them to be the most reasonably priced and they are fantastic.

[@nancyart50]

Went in 2012, and it was worth every penny. I saved for years, and if I could go again I could. I had sea sick patches and no problem with the Drake. Just do it.

[@peytoniicottrell6126]

Have you heard about the active peaceful German - Antarctica u boat Base 211/Neuschwabenland, Antarctica?

[@TheGeoDaddy]

On the brightside... no locals hawking cheap trinkets for the tourists... unless the penguins?

[@languagetraveller]

And trying to get you on tuk tuks and taxi 😆😆😆

[@apgx6032]

An absolutely in-depth and honest review that I thoroughly enjoyed watching. Thank you.

[@tomburton8239]

Spot-on straight advice. Well done. All the points you make are correct - but the trip was absolutely awe-inspiring.

[@josephhsu3221]

I live in Alaska the weathers always unpredictable, and as I write this there is an earthquake! That won’t stop me!!!!

[@kyledavis4202]

If you live in Alaska wouldn’t going to Antarctica be..........redundant? You’d be traveling from the very top of the world to the very bottom just to encounter the same landscape you left behind. No?

[@dennismadigan2023]

I live in Buffalo NY, on the shore of lake Erie. I save money by waiting for winter to come to me.

[@kays749]

LOL, Gary. Love the fashion show!

[@tipsfortravellers]

😀😀 in a future video with specific tips there is a longer and different version.... hope you enjoy that one too

[@poshlady43]

Work it...Mr Gary..!

[@jbw53191]

I get seasick on the Staten Island Ferry. I cannot fathom going across the Drake Passage in rough seas.

😂

[@harrisonc9095]

Mate the best part of it is the unpredictability, waking up every morning not knowing what your in for is truly magical. If you knew every detail of the entire trip and what would be happening every moment, well that would just ruin it.

[@carolinekaplan542]

I think given the cost I’ll visit the penguins at the Lincoln park zoo.

[@myriampro4973]

You could find penguins in many places of the Southern Hemisphere. More expensive than a zoo, but cheaper than a trip to Antartica.

Why some people have that poor mentality! OMG! The universe is abundance!

[@Bethy2112]

This was great info. I am obsessed with going to Antarctica but am not sure what to expect. This video helps.

[@Godofthemoon1]

Just to be that close to a penguin 🐧 had to be amazing

[@jeevjagostudios]

Great video. A friend and I went in November 2016 on a relatively small ship (

[@sakritone]

Quark Expeditions provides a great coat to keep and boots (borrowed). All you need is waterproof pants and warm clothes. The trip is well worth it whatever the cost.

[@Primalxbeast]

H.A Akay I had no idea that Quark when into the cruise business. How much latinum did the little Ferengi toad scam from you?

[@sakritone]

@@Primalxbeast They told me they would take me to Vulcan and show me some logical geniuses but all I got was some retarded Earthlings who are nothing but morons.

[@EdwardTravels]

Everyone should visit Antarctica once in their lives. It’s such an amazing place. It’s so pristine and untouched Keep cruising ship 🚢

[@tipsfortravellers]

I agree 100%

[@pattons3rd429]

Best thing I've ever done. Having said that the Drake passage was the worst travel experience Ive ever had

[@EdwardTravels]

We were on a big ship and we got the Drake Shake. It was fun for the first 30 minutes. After that I was ready for smooth water. What an adventurer

[@susiefisch]

Edward Travels - if everyone goes there, it won’t be pristine and untouched for long! Global warming is happening.

[@livinginvancouverbc2247]

I think having 7 billion people visit Antarctica is not realistic.

[@mellindberg3438]

It would be interesting, but I lived in the cold (Minnesota) over 40 years and have no interest in cold weather any more. The cruise is very expensive and for the money it would cost we will cruise to other places warm and interesting. I'm in my 70's now and have earned my right to be lazy and comfortable.

[@daddyrabbit835]

Same here. I'm from the U.P. of Michigan... I have zero interest in a cold-weather vacation.

[@aminmotiwala9537]

Come to Dubai UAE u will enjoy the weather beaches and malls

This is for adventurous spirit! It's not a vacation, it's an expedition !

[@notifier2Demo]

Very informative and helpful. Thank you so much for the great video!

[@glendaroy8707]

I loved my trip to Antarctica. I got a very good deal. Much less than 10,000 dollars. It was a scientific working ship. We sat on talks given about birds, whales etc. It was a smaller ship and we were the first of the season. Lots of ice around. The trip across the Drake passage was very memorable. We were confined to our cabins for a day and night. Hit a wild storm. But that jusgmade it a more unique experience. Loved it.

[@Nock4Six]

We’re heading in 2.5 weeks!!!

[@theeverydayprepper7673]

So, as far as cost goes, this will be a "lottery win wish list" or "plan & save far in advance" trip. Everything else I can deal with, go with the flow Fantastically informative vid as always! Thank you!

[@tipsfortravellers]

Yes! Definitely a lottery win makes it easier 😀😀

[@stuartashbourne-martin9629]

Very straightforward don't go if you don't like it

[@amberlopez7477]

I went to Antarctica, by just watching your video. I didn't get sick and I was quite warm sitting on my couch at home. Plus I didn't spend a penny. Thank you😉

[@catharinawilliams1828]

Hahaha, same!

[@shaneomight6212]

and you didn't contribute to polluting one of the last 'barely untouched' places in the world

Indeed, it's the same experience! OMG! Get life!

[@SorryImissedYou]

Thank you for this. I was very happy you took the time. Great video with information I was looking for THUMBS UP!

[@tipsfortravellers]

Great to hear. Thanks for watching 😀

[@johnmcmunn5698]

Terrific video. Thanks for all the details and the insights. I found them extremely helpful.

[@gjsthreefoursevinoneone8945]

Your review is spot on. The worst of the onslaughts is overcome by astonishing beauty. In defense of the big ships, there are those who physically cannot handle zodiacs, rough tendering and slippery slopes. Give those folks an acknowledgement that they can share the glorious sights. Re Penguins, a stop at Porto Tombo Argentina will get you among 2 million penguins, just like on the ice.

[@tipsfortravellers]

I so want to go and see those vast colonies!!

[@coeurenpoche]

I really want to go to Antarctica. I did my first cruise almost 4 years ago in february and it was the south american cruise. It was one of the most beautiful places I have ever visited. Ushuaia was my favorite one. We had very rough waters and the ship was cracking and making weird sounds. Many people got seasick but I survived. We missed one of the ports (punta arenas) because of the weather and I was afraid to miss other ports because the weather was really bad. We managed to visit every other port including the Falkland islands which was one of my favorites also (other cruises had to skip Falkland islands). I remember when we were supposed to go to punta arenas, many people payed thousands of dollars in advance to visit Antarctica from there but they lost their money because we weren't allowed to leave the boat. I really want to go to Antarctica but I am really afraid something will happen because of the weather and we will end up not going. If I am not mistaken, you won't get money back if weather is the problem. I really appreciate the tips about not going in a big boat. That is something I will remember if I do go to Antarctica one day.. thnx for that because I do want the full experience.

[@melklausler]

We're going to Antarctica in Feb. 2024 on a small ship (100 people max), with National Geographic/Lindblad. Bucket list trip.

[@piwi2775]

this my dream since I was a child. I hope to get there one day.

You'll! Start saving for this accomplishment! 🙏

[@geraldvanhees779]

I would want to go. The cost is to high though. And I would get sea sick. I would only go if there were calm seas. But you can't forecast this. To bad.

[@ninaj6307]

Subscribed just because of the clothes changing montage

[@EntertainmentWorldz]

Fantastic video dear Friend love it. Really enjoyed. Thumbs up. Wishing you good health and beautiful Time. God bless you.

[@ixamm2]

Hi

[@paularmstrong335]

😂thank you for a genuine description of what to expect. We look forward to our trip. PTA. Australia

[@Hawkeye2001]

I went solo in 2018 on Hurtigruten's Midnatsol. The ship has a normal passenger capacity of 1,000 but they limited their Antarctica trips to less than half that to stay under the treaty requirements. With empty rooms, I actually could afford a room to myself. The weather and seas are a factor, but not enough to keep me from going. We lost on day's opportunity to go ashore due to a blizzard, but that day was magical itself also.

It's an expedition! An adventure! 🙏

[@GypsySoulSinger]

I’m going next February on Silversea and I cannot wait although I’m dreading the Drake passage. Thanks for all the info.

[@ArielBos]

Thanks Gary for sharing the beauty together with the reality of the trip. This will help people plan. It's definitely on my bucket list!

[@tipsfortravellers]

Thanks so much. Delighted it’s on your list. I really want people to go as it’s remarkable

[@patrickmooney4135]

Great information. It's much appreciated. Thanks, Gary!

[@tipsfortravellers]

Thanks!! Great to hear 😀

[@tomwilliams5215]

worth every cent……more, in fact. We blew the wad - South Georgia and the peninsula for 27 days on a small ship with only 76 pax. Small is key ; the landings are what you’re paying the big bucks for, so if there are less than 100 pax, you get to spend max time on shore. The warnings here about weather are very real, though - we were very fortunate and even got extra landings…..but I know folks who missed at least 1/2 of them. Cost of gear? - most if not all provide the parka, pants and boots. Bring the best binos you can afford!

[@rickbourne1376]

Thanks, you have talked me out of this.

[@ericspencer8093]

Is it wrong that it's not the scenery or nature of an Antarctic cruise that appeals to me: it's the idea of sailing in luxury and comfort to somewhere rugged and dangerous.

[@MuahMan]

#1 Rough Rough Seas, like way more rough than most of the oceans out there.

[@roachtoasties]

No pain no gain. If you want to experience a cruise in complete comfort, there are plenty of those to choose from. If you want to experience some unique, that's once in a lifetime, you're not going to be wined and dined 24/7 in luxury.

[@John-wx2ce]

Regarding the Drake, if you do a Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica cruise, you only cross the Drake once. If you just go to Antarctica, you cross it twice! And the Falklands, and especially South Georgia are phenomenal.

Is it not the same two oceans to cross to get to Antarctica?

[@John-wx2ce]

The Drake does not reach as far North as the Falklands and South Georgia.

[@southernkatrina8161]

Go to Victor Harbor or Kangaroo Island, in South Australia. 25 degrees C, and spot whales, walk on beaches by basking seals, and watch fairy penguins. Nice sea views and plenty of touristy things.

[@MrBlackReviews]

Great video!!! Looks amazing! Got me thinking of a possible future adventure :)... also I think it’s funny that this video has 3 times more views than the best parts haha

[@karthikkrishna5870]

Thank you, I was looking for this very long time. Now I know it’s possible.

[@maurieshakespeare5835]

Sorry Gary but I do need to pick you up on one error. Just back from Antartica on Seabourn Quest with 450 odd passengers. We did multiple landings as I understand maximum ship size is 500 passengers. Id recommend Seabourn for Antartica.

[@EdwardTravels]

Maurie Shakespeare We went on a Celebrity Eclipse with 2800 passengers. Because we had more than 500 passengers we couldn’t get off the ship. Makes sense as Antarctica is so pristine and 2800 cruisers would be too much for Antarctica

[@maurieshakespeare5835]

Edward Travels yes Edward I’ve had friends do that trip. It’s well worth the smaller ship experience and go ashore.

[@toccoa]

@@EdwardTravels : my understanding is there are two rules: nobody debarks if the ship has > 500 passengers and no more than 100 people allowed per landing site. So even if they allowed a 2800 passenger to debark, the 100/site would cause a lot of grumpy passengers as 2700 watched the 100 tender.

[@TR5T]

If I lived back in the UK being retired I would never go on any cruise. So much to see and do and eat. Best ever coasts.

[@Marshal_Dunnik]

And here's a sixth: you have a far greater chance of becoming lost at sea aboard an Antarctic cruise than any other. It's not something that should stop you from going, but just realize that the conditions, remoteness, and the almost complete lack of any other shipping nearby means that if things take a turn for the Titanic, it might end just as badly. Fortunately, operators have been doing this for years without serious incident, other than that captain who got his ship stuck in ice for 7 days back in 2014.

[@briancline7349]

I thought you were going to say “the cold” as one of the worst things about the trip...

[@monilparikh5171]

chutiya

[@scomo532]

Spent 60 wintahs in New England, no need to go to Antarctica, I’d rather spend my money in El Caribe

[@billhamilton2366]

Idiot...Cold is cold no matter where you are in the world.

[@alexandra10022]

It’s not THAT cold. I was there late December/ early January and it was in the 20s Fahrenheit. It was actually colder at home in NY while I was away!

@@nn-ro1lv Yep, including here in Russia. All that matters is the clothes you wear.

[@utexpressgirl]

Sounds and looks awesome! Thanks for the video.

[@madhurikaray2957]

The gear description was excellent! Finally, some clarity. Thanks you.

[@sweettea9035]

This is great advice! I chose to fly the Drake with Quark and they provided the jacket and boots. It was very pricey but totally worth it for this once in a lifetime experience. The only thing about flying is that there is a higher chance for your flight to get cancelled due to the unpredictable weather. The year I went, my flight was delayed by almost a day; the trip before us got cancelled.

[@europaeuropa3673]

I went to the high arctic. Landed on Baffin Island, then on to Cornwallis Island, and finally Somerset Island. Similar to Antarctica, but a lot less expensive.

[@joeldriver5356]

The worst part is all the world government military that is guarding the ice wall that will shoot you if you try to climb over it and see the dome that surrounds flat earth! LMFAO

[@Marchant2]

I get it. Flat earthers believe things that are far more absurd than just knowing we live on a sphere.

[@joeldriver5356]

@@Marchant2 The most hilarious belief is they think space is fake and there is a dome over us. I can't even conceive of something so preposterous.

[@lornemiddleton3212]

Al-foil hats available on eBay

[@goutvols103]

Another great video. Would any type of trip insurance help if you encounter bad weather going/returning to/from Antarctica or if you are not able to land? Thanks in advance.

[@jdane2277]

If "checking the box" isn't the main thing, a trip to Patagonia and the Beagle Channel gives you all the experience. Still a small ship, and you do need gear (not for the mobility limited person.) Unpredictable as well--you may not be able to land on some of the islands or the "Horn." My favorite trip of all time. And yes seas got rough (I had a midships lower cabin!)

[@rencesbunt]

Good tip about avoiding the big ships!

[@tipsfortravellers]

Thanks 😀😀

[@michalanthis5780]

@@tipsfortravellers what size and above do you consider them big? is the 500 passanger Roald Amundsen big?

[@caranandrews3491]

We cruised Antarctica & The Falklands for the month of February, 1990. (before it became popular & CHEAP ) Our ship was The Society Explorer , a.k.a. Linblad Explorer.It was a Once in a Lifetime experience and Yes it was then Expensive! Our fares door to door (Scotland ) were £15K Each. Well Worth every penny.

[@douglasbrinkman5937]

spent a year there long ago. including a visit to Pole. got paid well too.

[@sonnydelight5737]

I "wintered over" there in 1979 as a member of the armed forces. The pay wasn't great, but I was awarded the "Antarctic service medal".

Congratulations to both! 🙏

[@douglasbrinkman5937]

@@sonnydelight5737 94 winter over here, also got that same medal (one of the few also awarded to civilians).

[@ryanhichens3541]

After dropping a pretty penny on the 2 week voyage...I will let nothing stop me from attending! Great video and info. My trip leaves next week so I'll take all the advice I can get. Videos will be up once we return to land. Safe travels, amigo!

[@Mrs.buildingblackwealth]

Thank you for this post

[@tipsfortravellers]

You're welcome

[@lmjones.9060]

I just got back from this cruise. Totally worth it!!

[@seanpeters3690]

@mizzmolly I want to do this cruise in February 2021 through Quark Expeditions. What are you planning on booking with? It's not confirmed and it could go either way, but I really hope to do this trip. I'll travel to South America and Antarctica. :)

[@seanpeters3690]

@mizzmolly okay, thanks for letting me know. I hope it works out for you. :)

[@seanpeters3690]

@mizzmolly you're welcome. :)

[@fyccboi4752]

@@seanpeters3690 did you end up going ?

[@fyccboi4752]

@mizzmolly did you end up going ?

[@namasivayamm9234]

Excellent video thanks.

[@yukiefromoz2573]

Looks amazing but the cold + sea sickness is a no for me :(

[@abhilashthadathil4696]

So , you went there and enjoyed the moment and telling us to don't go there, fantastic!!

[@tipsfortravellers]

Thanks for watching and taking time to comment. Although not saying don’t go. I am saying be aware and prepared for the things you could face before planning, like Drake Passage. It is really remarkable.

[@Surreal6969]

Thanks. This will help the worthy people plan.

[@howijourney]

You can actually now skip the Drake's passage with Silversea's new Fly Cruise taking you straight to King George Island :)

[@thejokerspeaks]

Great info. Puts a new perspective on my bucket list 21 day HAL itinerary, which would just do a sail by.

[@tipsfortravellers]

I think that includes the Chile Fjords and Glaciers? They are supposed to be amazing

[@thejokerspeaks]

@@tipsfortravellers Yes! The itinerary looks amazing, maybe worth doing both. I'll just book early, lower midship, avoid some of the rocking.

[@prasannaskatti5315]

U r an expert in cruises ! Kudos to U Sir ,,, 1 fine day I will make it to Antarctica Love from India ❤️

[@slothsarecool]

thanks for the tips!

[@wolfpackflt670]

well.....I know what's on my bucket list.

[@deanpd3402]

A bucket for when you vomit?

Congratulations, you'll get there!

[@golsam4592]

Antartica is the end of the Earth .I will real love to go there for expedition

[@Mklb22]

There is no end of earth lol

[@linusmlgtips2123]

Troll?

[@HungryGuyStories]

Fascinating video, Gary! I've always wanted to visit Antarctica, not on a cruise, but to actually stay there for a week or so as a tourist. But they don't have facilities there for tourists to stay :-(

[@brokenumbrella913]

This is great info, thanks! I really hope I can do this someday

[@mikkiduf]

Thank you Gary! On my bucket list!!! Great information!!!!!!

[@tipsfortravellers]

Thanks so much. Really appreciate you watching . Definitely have on the list!!

[@dsdave07]

You might want to dump out your bucket.

[@keithsee3203]

Hi there, I really enjoyed your video, do cruise passengers need to get a permit to Antarctica? For,example,taking a cruise with Seabourn

[@tijanamitrovic4361]

Thanks for sharing your experience. I am wondering is it possible to go there individually or if I understood well it’s impossible due to the Drakes passage. So only on cruise 🚢?

[@nickcrispe1321]

My main concern is that the level of physical activity will be very low, and the landing regimented and overcrowded. So it will be totally unlike a wilderness experience. More like a safari park. I just hope I'm wrong.

[@AmyB369]

I want to go so bad but it’s so expensive and although I love boating I hate getting seasick! Must find a way to go though I want to visit all 7 continents 🐧

[@artus198]

What ? Some expedition ships have stabilizers to make the drake passage journey a "little" better. Choosing an expedition ship with 200 or less passengers is the key.

[@MyNaday]

10,000$! ok...I"ll start saving...