Polar Cruises and Expeditions
Epic frozen landscapes and days filled with exhilarating adventures await those who book a Polar Regions Tour with Enchanting Travels. Brimming with bucket-list activities and attractions, the region is the domain of some of the most remote locales on Earth – and also some of the most beautiful!
Follow in the footsteps of great explorers and admire breathtaking wintery terrain, from millennia-old glaciers and iconic snow-capped peaks to icebergs the size of small islands.
A Polar Regions Tour isn’t solely about soaking up spectacular snowy scenery; the region’s frosty islands and mineral-rich waters are also the home of some of the world’s most extraordinary creatures. Polar bears trek for miles across the Arctic in search of food, while Antarctica is on the main migratory route to Australia, South America, and Africa for numerous whale species.
You could also have the ultimate penguin spotting experience on Antarctica’s Cuverville Island or glimpse downy seals protecting their young on the Arctic sea ice. Birdwatchers will be in their element in both locations – puffins, terns, eagles, and albatrosses are just some of the magnificent creatures you can expect to spot.
When it comes to where to visit within the Polar Regions, you’ll find the Arctic and Antarctica are polar opposites in more than just their geographical locations. Plan an exciting cruise to Antarctica if you’d like to sail past scientific research stations and admire Adélie, Emperor, and Gentoo penguins in their natural habitats.
By contrast, the Arctic’s diverse topography and unique wildlife offer up a wealth of things to do and see. Unlike Antarctica which is mostly uninhabited, you’ll have the chance to meet fascinating indigenous communities who have adapted to living on the Arctic’s harsh shores over the course of many centuries.
Temperatures always remain below 32°F (0°C), regardless of where you venture to in the Polar Regions. Wrap up warm for day trips on land. The nail-biting chill is well worth the effort to admire towering pillars of ice and enjoy close encounters with the planet’s most incredible creatures. If you book through Enchanting Travels, you’ll stay on a small cruise ship with a range of luxury amenities – from observation lounges to saunas – which you can make full use of once your daily activities are completed.
Whether you’re a wildlife-lover, intrepid explorer or simply fascinated in the world of natural science, a Polar Regions Tour really is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. And the journey there? Getting to the far-flung Arctic or Antarctic is all part of the adventure!
Popular Trips to the Polar Regions
Explore the incredible icy landscapes of South Georgia and the Antarctic Peninsula, and enjoy an assortment of activities for a truly enchanting polar adventure. Board your modern cruise ship, and home for the next 17 days in Ushuaia. You will be sailing from the Beagle Channel towards the southernmost tip of South America, and then…
Experience the untamed wilderness of the Denmark Strait and northeast Greenland on this enchanting Arctic adventure. The northeast coast of Greenland is home to the largest fjord system in the world. Marvel at the dramatic landscapes, glaciers, and mighty icebergs around you. In the vast tundra, search for Arctic wildlife such as the musk ox,…
Traverse the icy waters off the coast of Svalbard to spot walruses, foxes, reindeer and even polar bears! As you sail along the western side of the island, you’ll pass mesmerizing fjords and glaciers. In the warmer months, you might even spot lots of colorful wildflowers. Some of the destinations along your route include the 14th…
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