Luxury Antarctica
Tours made for you
Penguin Colonies
There are four species of penguin in Antarctica
Boat Trips
Head out on Zodiacs to explore the glaciers
Glacier Trekking
Go hiking across the ice and snow
Marine Life
Look out for whales, seals and more
Incredible journeys to Antarctica's pristine lands
One of the most alluring and untouched places in the world, Antarctica has a great appeal in being one of the last outposts of wilderness in the modern world. This is a truly magnificent and pristine continent, with stunning scenery and wildlife. Few destinations can compare in the spirit of adventure and sense of accomplishment you feel having visited the White Continent.
Jacada has selected the finest means of visiting this grand location. Classic Antarctica Cruises will bring you around the shimmering Antarctic Peninsula while an Extended Cruise will let you journey further, typically taking in the Falkland Archipelago and wild South Georgia Island.
If you have the time, you can cross the Drake Passage and arrive in Antarctica by boat. But for those with a limited period in which to travel, skip the Passage and fly straight to the Antarctic Peninsula to board your expedition vessel on a Fly-Cruise to maximise your time spent here.
Our Luxury Antarctica Private Yacht Charters come with a number of perks. Firstly, the flexibility of a private charter means that you can be in control of your own trip, deciding on which activities you wish to undertake and when, making the most of conditions. The only people who live in Antarctica are scientists – and you can visit these dedicated few that study this fascinating continent. With smaller groups, scientific base visits can be more personalised and longer, since the base personnel only have to deal with – for example – 12 people rather than 150. It’s also easier to invite scientists out on the yacht for dinner and one-on-one conversation.
Adventurous souls can choose to stay in an Antarctica Camp. These camps have been especially adapted to provide comfort in extreme conditions and will allow you to feel fully immersed in the spectacular terrain of the White Continent, venturing out on intrepid excursion and even flights to the South Pole.
Highlights
Learn about Antarctica’s history, wildlife and environment as you head across the Drake Passage
Look out for and photograph seabirds like majestic albatrosses and giant petrels
Spot your first iceberg as you approach the South Shetland Islands
Head out on a Zodiac cruise along an ice cliff or among ground icebergs
Hike across impressive glaciers and along snowy ridges
Joyce Choi
Travel Designer
Every time I go through my Antarctica photos, I’m surprised: “Wow, I’ve been there?” We began our Antarctica exploration on a foggy day where we paddled our kayaks through icebergs shrouded by mystical vapor. My very first encounter with Antarctica was like visiting a liquid nitrogen ice cream lab. On a different day at Neko Harbour, it was sunny with a blue sky; I was simply sitting back – in awe of the mirrored crushed ice and mini icebergs on the glassy water surface.
Joyce Choi
Chief Travel Uplifter
Luxury accommodation and yachts in Antarctica
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Where to go
Antarctica Cruises
Sailing the Southern Oceans to explore Antarctica is both a privileged and unforgettable experience that can be done in the highest possible comfort and luxury.
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Fly in Cruises to the Antarctic
Fly from Punta Arenas in Chile to King George Island, the largest of the South Shetland Islands, to join you Antarctic expedition cruise.
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Extended Luxury Antarctica Cruises
Delve deeper into this realm with extended journeys that can take you around the Antarctic Peninsula, through to the Falklands Archipelago and on to the remote South Georgia Island.
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Antarctica Private Yacht Charters
Sail through the pristine waters of the rarely visited White Continent, accompanied by mysterious whales, curious penguins and seals and hardy polar birds.
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Antarctica Camps
Expedition camps give you an immersive experience of Antarctica, getting up close with the wildlife and exploring the fascinating terrain.
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When to visit
The best time to go to Antarctica is during its summer season, which lasts from November to March. December and January are the best time to go for wildlife spotting. From mid to late December the penguin chicks start to hatch, and in January you will catch the the feeding frenzy that ensues. February to early March is the best time to spot whales, and there are generally a good number of fur seals to be seen too.
Penguin spotting
November
Whale watching
February - March
Good weather
December - March
Plan your trip to Antarctica
Whatever you want from your adventure in Antarctica, our team of expert travel designers are ready to help.
Why book with Jacada?
Personalised design
We’ll plan your trip around your specific interests, tastes and preferences, providing helpful tips and honest advice based on first-hand knowledge of the destination.
Authentic experiences
Our expert guides and brilliant travel concierges are hand-picked to provide a genuine experience, bringing your destination to life with care and passion.
Responsible travel
Our luxury trips are designed with responsible travel principles that prioritise travel experiences that are both good for you and good for the planet.
What a delight it was planning our trip but it was even more delightful taking it. We visited Chile (wine country and Patagonia) and Antarctica. Everything was better than we we imagined. Jacada is highly professional and extremely competent. The trip was tailored to our exact wants and needs. We couldn’t be happier. Every person we dealt with whether before,…
As Covid-19 unfolded, our Antarctica trip planned for December 2020 was in jeopardy. Berni and her team were frequently in touch with us through email and video calls. Once it was clear that travelling was not possible, she was very quick in securing places for next year, including transferring security deposits, changing flights etc. The company was also gracefully postponing…
Excellent service. Brilliant company for arranging a luxury holiday and listening to our requirements. Jen kept in touch well above average and even arranged surprise upgrades. Reccomended
This was the first time I'd used Jacada Travel to arrange a trip. Mine was to South America (Chile) and Antarctica. From the very beginning,.they took the time to work with me coordinating dates/times, since they were working with another company for the Antarctic portion. After many attempts they were finally able to find me a spot on a cruise.…
I wondered whether there was too much detail info in advance, but in view of the complexity of the trip, it was all necessary. The guidance and information provision was extremely helpful.
Plan with peace of mind
When you book a trip in today’s world there’s a lot to think about. But with the right advice and expert planning, you can do it with confidence.
If you book to travel with us but your plans are impacted by circumstances you can’t control, we’ll change your reservation or cancel your booking for a full credit towards future travel.