Emperor Penguins Expedition
Embark on a unique and all-inclusive 4-day expedition in the mighty Antarctica, including a visit to an Emperor Penguin colony.
- DEPARTS FROM
Cape Town (6-hour flight)
- DURATION
4 Nights
- SEASON
Late Oct until Feb
- MIN AGE
12 YEARS OF AGE
- DATES
2026/2027 Season: Expedition Tour Dates
- Nov 7 - Nov 12, 2026 (5 Nights) - BOOKED
- Dec 11 - Dec 15, 2026 - SEATS OPEN
Your Expedition Experience
What will you experience?
In addition to your visits to the Antarctic Ice Wall, the Antarctic Ice Tunnel, the Continental Ice Shelf, this is your chance to take to the skies above Antarctica, in search of the Emperor Penguins colony. Our ski-equipped aircraft will fly past Queen Maud Land’s mighty mountain ranges, the Antarctic Ice Cap, deep crevasses and icebergs on the horizon.
what's included
- All Polar Gear
- Airport Transfers in Cape Town
- Inter-Continental Flights between Cape Town and Antarctica
- All Food & Beverages In-Flights, and in Antarctica
- Four Nights’ Accommodation at Ultima Oasis Camp
- Emperor Penguins Expedition, by Intra-Continental Aircraft
- Daily Excursions from Ultima Oasis Camp
- All Activities at Ultima Oasis Camp
The Highlight
Visit the emperor
penguin colony
Your expedition flight will land at a remote penguin colony where the majestic Emperor Penguins spend the early Antarctic Summer. Within the strictest guidelines to protect these creatures, a short walk will take us to within sight of the largest of all penguins on Earth, measuring up to 122cm in height, and 40kg in weight, the size of a small adult human.
The colony consists of fluffy chicks, awaiting their parents’ return from the ocean with a fresh meal, couples re-uniting with each other and huddling against each other for warmth, or occasionally bathing in the Antarctic sunshine.
Watch: The Ice Wall
Watch: The Ice Caves
Where will you stay?
Ultima Oasis Camp
Throughout your time in Antarctica, you will overnight in our Ultima Oasis Camp, which offers delicious food and comfortable surroundings, while you rest between the four days’ excursions and explore the camp’s surrounds – mountains, lakes, snow and ice, as you are immersed in this once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Are you ready for the ultimate journey to Antarctica?
You are now within reach of mesmerizing landscapes, pristine snow, massive glaciers, sparkling-blue ice caves, howling blizzards and wild, rugged mountains. We anticipate you will have many questions regarding these journeys. Please complete the form below, or contact us by email or phone, and one of our experienced staff will answer all your questions.Enquire below to book your seat!
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