The Seventh Continent · A Journey Beyond the Ordinary
Ice-carved landscapes. Extraordinary wildlife. A world unlike any other. Discover Antarctica with The Travel Point.
The Seventh Continent
Beyond the southernmost shores of South America lies a continent of immense glaciers, luminous icebergs and remarkable wildlife. Sail across the legendary Drake Passage or discover a fly-cruise alternative — and enter a world where nature sets the pace, and every journey becomes a story of a lifetime.
Footage from Antarctica · unmute for sound
The Expedition Experience
An Antarctic expedition is different from a conventional cruise. The focus is on the landscape beyond the ship: guided explorations, time on deck and learning from people who know the polar world.
Your vessel shapes the experience. Smaller expedition ships can offer a more intimate atmosphere, while comfort, facilities and time ashore vary. We’ll help you compare the choices without tying your dream to a single ship or sailing.
Nature-led
Expert-guided
Your pace
Choose Your Journey
From a first encounter with the Peninsula to remote Southern Ocean adventures, let your interests shape the route.
01 / The classic expedition
Typically 10–12 nights · Ushuaia round trip
Glacier-lined channels, sculpted icebergs and penguin colonies. The classic first visit includes two Drake crossings and several days exploring the Peninsula.
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02 / An alternative arrival
Typically 6–8 nights · Punta Arenas
Fly to King George Island before joining an expedition ship. Selected itineraries fly both ways, avoiding sea crossings of the Drake, with flexibility for weather delays.
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03 / Further south
Typically 13–15 nights · Ushuaia round trip
Venture beyond 66°33′ south into quieter, ice-filled waters. A Circle crossing is always dependent on sea, weather and ice conditions.
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04 / A wildlife haven
Typically 18–23 nights · Extended expedition
Combine Antarctica with the wild Falklands and South Georgia’s vast king penguin colonies, seals and exploration history. These sub-Antarctic islands are not part of every Peninsula cruise.
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05 / Rare & specialist
Typically 10–14 nights · Selected departures
Explore the icy waters east of the Peninsula. Some specialist voyages attempt visits to emperor penguin colonies near Snow Hill, subject to ice, weather and access.
Explore your options06 / The remote frontier
Typically 25–32 nights · Australia or New Zealand
Longer specialist expeditions reveal remote polar regions, historic explorers’ huts and immense ice shelves. A very different journey from the classic Peninsula route.
Explore your optionsRoutes are illustrative, not scheduled departures. Activities and places visited depend on the selected voyage and conditions.
Only in the Polar World
Travel between icebergs and into sheltered bays with expedition guides, when conditions allow.
Watch for penguins, seals and whales in their natural habitats. Each encounter is nature’s own.
Guided shore visits bring the landscape closer, with landing sites chosen around safety and conditions.
Selected voyages offer optional adventures, subject to availability, suitability and weather.
Naturalists and expedition teams share the region’s wildlife, geology and exploration history.
Choose the balance of expedition spirit, onboard comfort and cabin style that feels right for you.
Getting There
Choosing Your Voyage
The Travel Point
Our group journeys began in the 1980s, before The Travel Point was formally founded in 1995. Still family owned and led in Kolkata, we craft journeys that move people — across continents, cultures and to the edge of the world itself.
Every Antarctic journey begins with the right choices. Talk to our team about your interests, travel dates and preferences — and let us help you find an expedition that feels as extraordinary as the destination itself.
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When to Go
The Antarctic cruising season follows the austral summer. Most Peninsula voyages sail from November to March, with some starting in late October. The right time depends on what you hope to experience.
November
Early departures reveal fresh snow, striking ice formations and the start of penguin courtship and nesting. Sea ice can restrict access to some sites.
For ice landscapes & photography
December – January
Midsummer brings long daylight hours, active penguin colonies and, as the season progresses, hatching chicks. Conditions and wildlife activity vary by location.
For long days & busy colonies
February – March
Later summer often brings rewarding whale-watching opportunities, growing penguin chicks and softer evening light. No wildlife encounter is ever guaranteed.
For whales & late-summer light
Ships & Indicative Budgets
A planning guide from The Travel Point for a classic 10–12-night Peninsula voyage, per person sharing a twin cabin. These are indicative ranges, not live fares or confirmed departures.
Expedition
Approx. ₹6.6–13.2 lakh per person
Activity-led voyages with comfortable cabins and an emphasis on exploring. Compare meals, guiding, equipment and any extras.
Operators to explore
Quark Expeditions · Aurora Expeditions · HX · Polar Latitudes
Request current optionsLuxury expedition
Approx. ₹9.4–16.9 lakh per person
Stylish expedition ships combining polar exploration with refined comfort. Drinks, gratuities and travel arrangements vary by sailing.
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Atlas Ocean Voyages · Lindblad / National Geographic · Antarctica21 · Swan Hellenic
Request current optionsUltra-luxury
Approx. ₹13.2–37.6 lakh+ per person
Spacious suites, attentive service and sophisticated dining. Some ships offer specialist adventures; inclusions depend on the vessel and itinerary.
Operators to explore
Ponant · Silversea · Seabourn · Scenic
Request current optionsBudget separately for international flights, visas, insurance, optional activities and any hotels, transfers or gratuities not included. We’ll confirm inclusions, applicable taxes and terms with your quotation.
Source: TTP first-timer guide. INR estimates use the guide’s approximate ₹94 = USD 1 conversion, not a live exchange rate. Fares vary by ship, cabin, season and promotions. Operator facilities and inclusions vary by voyage.
A First-Timer’s Guide
Sail–sail journeys include two Drake crossings, typically around two days each. Fly–sail and sail–fly options include one crossing; fly–fly avoids both. Flights from Punta Arenas to King George Island are about two hours and subject to weather and luggage restrictions.
Breakfast, a morning landing or Zodiac cruise, lunch as the ship repositions, an afternoon outing and an evening recap. This is a typical rhythm, not a fixed schedule: the expedition leader plans each day around nature.
Look for gentoo, chinstrap and Adélie penguins, seals, seabirds and whales. South Georgia is known for king penguins. Emperor penguins are rare on standard Peninsula voyages, and polar bears live in the Arctic, not Antarctica.
Peninsula summer temperatures are often around freezing. Wind and spray make it feel colder, so layers and waterproof trousers matter. Add sunglasses, sunscreen, a dry bag and spare camera batteries; confirm which parkas and boots your ship provides.
Most journeys connect through South America. Plan buffer time before embarkation, check entry and transit requirements, and arrange suitable polar evacuation insurance. Discuss seasickness precautions with your doctor and dietary needs with the operator in advance.
Follow your guides’ wildlife-distance rules and biosecurity checks. Clean boots, clothing and bags before landings, give wildlife space and take nothing from shore. Connectivity can be limited; check onboard Wi-Fi availability and charges.
A Glimpse
Photographs from Antarctica and the sub-Antarctic islands — the wildlife, the ice, the silence.
Questions
Let’s Plan Something Extraordinary
Share your interests and preferred travel period. Our team will help you explore suitable routes, ships and current fares.