5 reasons to visit Norway in January
If you're planning an expedition cruise to Northern Norway, January is the perfect time. Snow-capped mountains, glowing sunsets and a good chance to see the northern lights at night.
Diving in Antarctica, Gear Choices & Packing – by Sue Crowe
We are following Sue Crowe as she is getting ready for her diving expediton in Antarctica. Sue is an experienced diver who has explored the waters of may exotic destinations around the world. Diving in Antarctica has been her dream
Shackleton’s legendary ship “Endurance” finally found off the Antarctic Coast
One of history's greatest undiscovered shipwrecks has finally been found! After more than a century, the legendary ship "Endurance" is discovered beneath the sea ice, at the bottom of the Weddell Sea, at nearly two miles deep. Under water images
Why you should consider an Antarctic Air Cruise
Fly & Cruise Antarctica! A short two-hour flight brings you to the Antarctic Peninsula where you step on board your boutique expedition ship.
Polar Diving: The Extraordinary Underwater Life Of Antarctica
The Antarctic sea life is extraordinary and diverse! When diving in Antarctica, a whole new world opens up of which only a fraction has been explored.
The Ultimate Expedition Cruise Packing List for Polar Travel
There is nothing more annoying than arriving at your destination to find out you forgot to pack something important. Especially when travelling to the most desolate places on earth, where it can be hard to buy new gear, or it's
IAATO Statement on travel to Antarctica during COVID-19
As a member of the International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators, Waterproof Expeditions has closely followed the COVID-19 related restrictions for travel to Antarctica. In March of this year, the expedition cruise season in Antarctica came to a sudden halt.
A day on an Expedition Cruise in Antarctica
Experience a day in Antarctica. Full of adventure and surprises!
Underwater Photography in the Polar Regions by Göran Ehlmé
The polar regions are one of the richest marine environments in the world. Discover the many opportunities for stunning and unique images to take while polar diving or snorkeling.
Waterproof Cruises & Expeditions: How it all started
The soul of Waterproof Cruises & Expeditions is created by Marlynda Elstgeest, a Dutch woman with a great passion for travel and scuba diving. Her first diving experience dates back to 1989, and since then she's literally been fascinated by it. When graduating
How to choose your Antarctic dive trip
It's been her dream for many years and now it will finally come true. We are following Sue Crowe as she is getting ready to dive in Antarctica. Sue is an experienced diver who has explored the waters of the
Meet Sue Crowe: Getting ready to dive in Antarctica!
Follow Sue in her journey to go polar diving in Antarctica
Journey to the edge of the world
Until you’ve felt that cold drip on the end of your nose and smelt the Penguin poo you haven’t really been here.
Polar Snorkeling in Antarctica
An Antarctic experience should not just be about the scenery and animals above the ice, make your experience completely unique and go polar snorkeling! Then you'll really have special stories to remember!
The ultimate Polar experience
The Polar Plunge in Antarctica is almost a rite of passage. Guests can sign up to, one by one, plunge safely into the frigid Southern Ocean. Waterproof explorer Carol Warman shared her freezing experience. A beautiful, golden sunny morning and we were
Antarctic expedition diary
It’s early morning. I’m sitting on the dock watching the sun rise over the southernmost crags of the Andes. A great day lies ahead. There are just a few clouds and a sun trail flares across the waters of the
Interviews with Polar Snorkelers
Maureen Cox (68), Australia; Are you a scuba diver ? Yes, I am a warm water diver (18 degrees C. and more) from Perth. Are you a dry suit diver ? No, I only dive in a wetsuit ? Why did you opt for Polar