Best hotels in Antarctica

Escape the rat race in the most magical way at this tiny tented camp in Antarctica. Your journey begins on a Gulfstream flight from Cape Town to the camp's own blue-ice runway - and as you sit on a glacial ice plateau, surrounded by mighty granite peaks, you'll feel like you're in an explorer's wildest dream... Wolf's Fang is equipped with heated tents and a cosy lounge area and, with seasoned Polar guides, you'll be in the best hands for an unforgettable adventure in the Antarctic Circle. Each day brings new opportunities to ride fat bikes across the snow, climb sheer walls of ice and see the colony of Emperor Penguins first-hand!

Antarctica is in a class of its own when it comes to remote, unspoiled and utterly beautiful destinations, and a one-night stay at White Desert's FD83 Expedition Camp completes the picture. You'll spend the day surrounded by the surreal, pristine landscape of the Geographical South Pole, before flying to FD83 where explorers and researchers would historically refuel and bed down for the night. You'll do the same - but in much greater style, reflecting on the day's excitement round the woodburner and falling asleep to the sound of the wind whistling over the High Polar Plateau.

Venture on a polar expedition and take in the expansive beauty of Antarctica from the comfort of an elegant super-yacht. Well-appointed with two stabilizers and an ice-strengthened hull, the Ocean Diamond Expedition Ship is an outstanding vessel to carry you on a polar adventure. As one of the fastest ships in Antarctica, it is also one of the most comfortable. There are 101 elegantly designed cabins and suites, all with exterior views, and expansive common spaces, a club lounge, and a spacious restaurant. The ship offers numerous adventure options, plus on-board features such as interactions with photography instructors. After a full day of exploration, passengers can relax, browse books or DVDs in the well-stocked polar library, or enjoy stunning polar scenery from the sun-lit, panoramic observation lounge. Estimated prices are based on an 11 or 12 day excursion travelling around Antarctica and will vary depending on the time of year and the specific excursion.

To explore the frigid waters and formidable frontier of Antarctica, step aboard this expedition ship and begin your expedition here! Hondius is purpose-built ship, the top in its class, with the latest and highest standards for ice-strengthened cruise ships. Hondius is the most innovative touring vessel in the polar regions, thoroughly optimized for exploratory voyages that introduce you to the vast and desolate wilderness of Antarctica. For your sleeping arrangements, the cabins come in various configurations, with single, double, triple, or quadruple occupancy. Onboard ship, the cabins and common spaces absolute comfort and warmth. But be sure to keep a jacket nearby in case a sudden whale sighting inspires you to run out onto the deck! You will also find a library, a lecture hall, an observation lounge, and a dining room to keep you occupied and entertained when you're not out exploring the polar ice caps. During the day, a host of unique polar experiences and invigorating activities are available to you. Zippy Zodiacs will take you from the ship to the shore where you can hike and try your hand at some wildlife photography. Keep your eyes peeled for many different species of penguins and seals. Polar diving in the icy waters will show you what's below the tip of the iceberg and you can admire the hardy sealife like anemones who survive in the polar sea. You can also go kayaking or opt to spend the night camping under the antarctic sky. As you travel around Antarctica, you will see the breathtaking views of mountains, islands, and harbours. A range of different cruises are on offer for you, each with their own specific itineraries, destinations, and merits. Depending how long you wish to travel for, there are cruises that last anywhere between 7 and 23 days. Destinations can include the Falklands, South Georgia, and Antarctica, but will vary based on your specific itinerary. Talk to one of our team to find the trip that is right for you. The price listed here is an estimated quote for a two week trip around Antarctica.

Set sail for your bucket-list voyage in Antarctica! The Plancius was built in 1976 as an oceanographic research vessel. Since then, it has been retrofitted to accommodate guests so that you now have the opportunity to step aboard and explore Antarctica from its decks. Your voyage will be reminiscent of the ship's history as a research vessel, featuring an emphasis on education, discovery, and exploration. The cabins and common spaces on the ship are practical and well-equipped. Sleeping arrangements include single, double, triple, and quadruple occupancy cabins. Because you will be spending as much time ashore as possible, the interior of the ship is designed with functionality in mind and will not be the predominant focus. Most of your time will be venturing into the remote wilds of Antarctica. Zodiacs will transport you from the ship to the shore where you can hike and try your hand at some wildlife photography. Keep your eyes peeled for many different species of penguins and seals. Polar diving will give you a new perspective on icebergs and you might spy some stunning sea creatures braving the icy waters under the surface. You can also go kayaking or opt to spend the night camping under the antarctic sky. As you travel around Antarctica, you will see the breathtaking views of mountains, islands, and harbours. A range of different cruises are on offer for you, each with their own specific itineraries, destinations, and merits. Depending how long you wish to travel for, there are cruises that last anywhere between 7 and 23 days. Destinations can include the Falklands, South Georgia, and Antarctica, but will vary based on your specific itinerary. Talk to one of our team to find the trip that is right for you. The price listed here is an estimated quote for a two week trip around Antarctica.

Discover the seventh continent with style aboard the World Explorer Expedition Ship. With six tiers of deluxe accommodation, this refined ship offers the perfect combination of elegance and adventure. Every suite has either a private walk-out or French balcony for direct ocean views. World Explorer also delivers plenty of public areas to unwind in after a day outdoors, including the glass-domed Observation Lounge for quiet contemplation and full skyline views, the Explorer Lounge for a drink and a chat, and the library for more intimate relaxing and reading. Presentations and discussions are facilitated in a dedicated lecture theatre. Health and wellness on deck facilities feature an outdoor track, a small gym and a sauna, plus a spa with change rooms, showers and lockers. For the active adventurers, add-ons include kayaking, camping and stand-up paddleboarding. Estimated prices are based on an 11 or 12 day excursion travelling around Antarctica and will vary depending on the time of year and the specific excursion.

Your expedition to the polar frontier starts here! Ortelius was named after the Dutch/Flemish cartographer Abraham Ortelius (1527 – 1598), who in 1570 published the first modern world atlas (at that time his atlas was the most expensive book ever printed). Ortelius is strong ship, originally built as an expedition ship to conduct scientific research. Now, you have the opportunity to venture through the spectacular islands, harbours, and mountains of Antarctica aboard this ship. For your sleeping arrangements, the cabins come in various configurations, with single, double, triple, or quadruple occupancy. Onboard, the cabins and common spaces offer the convenience and comfort of a normal hotel, including a lecture room, dining room, and bar. (However, a quick glance out a portal window, with an incomparable view of the rugged polar landscape, will remind you that this is no normal hotel!) During the day, a host of unique polar experiences and invigorating activities are available to you. Zodiacs will take you from the ship to the shore where you can hike and try your hand at some wildlife photography. Keep your eyes peeled for many different species of penguins and seals. Polar diving in the icy waters will show you what's below the tip of the iceberg and you can admire the hardy sea life like anemones who survive in the polar sea. You can also go kayaking or opt to spend the night camping under the antarctic sky. A range of different cruises are on offer for you, each with their own specific itineraries, destinations, and merits. Depending how long you wish to travel for, there are cruises that last anywhere between 7 and 23 days. Destinations can include the Falklands, South Georgia, and Antarctica, but will vary based on your specific itinerary. Talk to one of our team to find the trip that is right for you. The price listed here is an estimated quote for a two week trip around Antarctica.

Ultramarine, an expedition ship designed to go beyond the familiar in polar exploration, will take you to the end of the world to discover new places and to immerse you in the best the region has to offer. Equipped with two twin-engine helicopters, Ultramarine offers the most robust portfolio of adventure activities in the industry, the most spacious suites in its category, breathtaking public spaces, and more outdoor wildlife viewing spaces than other expedition ships its size. It also features an innovative mix of sustainability features that exceed all industry standards. As part of your polar expedition experience, you can hike the desolate tundras, take a chilly polar plunge or admire the icy landscape from afar with a helicopter flightseeing excursion. Other activities can be added to enhance your sense of adventure, including sea kayaking, camping, paddling, alpine heli-trekking. Estimated prices are based on an 11 or 12 day excursion travelling around Antarctica and will vary depending on the time of year and the specific excursion.

The M/V Hondius stands as the world's first Polar Class 6 cruise vessel, purpose-built to slice through Antarctic and Arctic ice while delivering an uncompromisingly comfortable experience for just 170 passengers. This environmentally conscious expedition ship combines serious polar credentials with unexpectedly stylish mid-century modern interiors, twin engines that can hit 15 knots, and a fleet of Zodiacs that'll have you stepping onto untouched shores faster than you can say "penguin colony." Designed for those jaw-dropping polar moments, the Hondius delivers the goods without the usual expedition ship compromises.

There's no better way to explore the stark beauty of Antarctica than on a classic expedition ship. The Ocean Adventurer has long been a fleet favourite among guests and crew who’ve appreciated the charm and intimacy of this 128-passenger vessel, its ample outdoor deck space, numerous cozy spots to socialise onboard—and the outdoor jacuzzi. As part of your polar expedition experience, you can hike the desolate tundras, take a chilly polar plunge or admire the icy landscape from afar with a helicopter flightseeing excursion. Other activities can be added to enhance your sense of adventure, including sea kayaking, camping, paddling, alpine heli-trekking. Estimated prices are based on an 11 or 12 day excursion travelling around Antarctica and will vary depending on the time of year and the specific excursion.

Ocean Nova is a great ship for Antarctica expeditions. It is a sturdy and nimble expedition vessel that was built in Denmark in 1992 to sail the ice-choked waters of Greenland. It has a strengthened hull that is ideally suited for expedition travel in Antarctica. The ship was fully refurbished in 2006 and since then has benefitted from annual upgrades and improvements. Ocean Nova has a capacity for 67 passengers accommodated in comfortable outside cabins. The ship offers three categories of accommodation: dedicated single, twin, and triple cabins, all of which feature a picture window and a private bathroom with a shower. In addition to a glass-enclosed observation lounge and presentation room, Ocean Nova also has a spacious dining room, a bar, a library, a small gym, and an infirmary. The ship has a fleet of 7 Zodiac boats that are well suited for disembarking and wildlife watching. Prices are an estimate based on 7-night voyage in a double cabin. Enquire for more details on specific pricing options.

With the motto of "inspired by astronauts, used by explorers," there is no doubt that Echo Camp offers the height of adventure. Inspired by the seminal age of Space exploration, Echo sits in quiet solitude encircled by pitted rock formations. Echo is as close as you can get to feeling like you’re off the planet without leaving Earth.