Polar Diving Details
Expert advise on Cold Water Diving in Antarctica and the Arctic.
Polar Diving and Polar Snorkeling in Antarctica
Diving and snorkeling in the ice cold waters of the Antarctic? Some of your friends may think you are crazy! But just imagine the large sculptured iceberg underwater and the clear visibility when the sunbeams hit the water. Or the curious seals and penguins shooting in and out of the water from the beach. This is not a typical dive or snorkel event but an experience of the White Continent in full capacity: Below and above the surface.
This trip is for experienced and advanced cold water divers and snorkelers with an open mind to experience the un-known.
As cold water experts and being the world's leader in Polar diving, we will answer all your technical questions on dive procedures and equipment. We will advise you about the possible trips and which ship would be the best suitable option for you.
What our guests say"An Antarctic experience is more than the scenery. The animals above and in the water make your experience completely unique."
- Martin McGrath, Polar Dive Master Waterproof Expeditions
Sample programme for a dive and snorkel expedition in Antarctica.
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Are you qualified ?
These voyages are not for beginners, you’ll have to be an advanced open water diver and must be familiar with cold water diving and dry suit diving with at least 20 'dry suit´dives. That is why the preparation before you travel is extremely important. Please check out the information on Polar diving below for the requirements to participate.
If you love the oceans but don't need to dive, Polar snorkelling is your thing. With some snorkel and swimming experience and a healthy dose of adventure you will love this activity! Check out the details on Polar snorkelling below for all the information on the gear we supply and how to sign up.
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Prior to departure
We advise to arrive one night prior to your departure date. This is the best way to get used to the different time zones and to avoid problems with flight delays, and missing luggage.
If your departure gateway is Ushuaia, we advise you to sign up for our 'Beagle Channel Dive Programme'. This is an excellent preperation for your Antarctic diving. Contact us for this programme which starts a few days prior to your departure from Ushuaia.
If your departure gateway is Punta Arenas, please contact us for luggage restrictions for the charter flight to Antarctica.
Pre and post tours in either Chile or the Argentina area are available upon request. -
Crossing to Antarctica
Today you will board your vessel and your voyage to the White Continent finaly kicks off! After months of preperation you can't wait to feel the temperature getting colder while you get closer to your first iceberg.
Once we have reached the peninsula of the Antarctic, we can choose a great variety of landing, dive and snorkel sites.
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Safety First !
Diving and snorkelling in Antarctica is no more dangerous than normal SCUBA diving as long as you stick to one important rule: Safety First! Divers who are looking for thrills are kindly asked to stay at home!
We do not accept risky ventures from any of our divers. You are asked to remain with the group at all times and at arms-length of your buddy. -
What will you see and where will we go ?
Our journey to the White Continent brings us to the peninsula where a world of pristine nature awaits us. The key to success for these trips is to have an open mind about whats coming next. Ice, snow, wind and wildlife will predict our next move and our expedition team will find the best opportunity for great topside and underwater encounters and experiences.
We plan to do two dives and snorkel excursions per day. This depends on the ice and weather conditions as well as our location.
The Southern Ocean is full of life despite the harsh and cold circumstances. From critters, anenomes, spiders and krill to the larger species like seals, penguins and whales. It is their world and you as a diver or snorkeler are extremely privileged to visit their world above and below the ocean.
Enjoy it, smell it, and let it overwhelm you. Don't disturb or interfere with this natural world and leave it for generations to come. Bring your memories and reflections home and and share thousands of pictures with your friends and family.
Read more on possible landing sites and the Antarctic Experience and our blogs on previous Antarctica trips to give you a good sense of what you may encounter.
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Dates and Rates
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Ortelius Antarctica Diving & Snorkelling
- Ortelius
- 19 nights
- Max number of Passengers 116
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Dates
- 16th Feb - 7th Mar 2019
- Embark: Ushuaia
- Disembark: Ushuaia
Prices from
- Superior Cabin
- EUR 16,700
- Twin Deluxe
- EUR 15,650
- Twin Window
- EUR 14,500
- Twin porthole deck 3
- EUR 13,900
- Twin Porthole deck 4
- EUR 13,900
- Triple porthole
- EUR 12,700
- Quadruple Porthole
- EUR 11,650
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Polar Pioneer Antarctica Diving & Snorkelling
- Polar Pioneer
- 11 nights
- Max number of Passengers 54
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Dates
- 19th Feb - 2nd Mar 2019
- Embark: Ushuaia
- Disembark: Punta Arenas
Prices from
- Captain's Suite
- USD 15,200
- Superior Cabin
- USD 13,800
- Twin Private Cabin
- USD 12,100
- Twin Public Cabin
- USD 10,600
- Triple Cabin
- USD 9,100
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Plancius Antarctica Diving & Snorkelling
- Plancius
- 11 nights
- Max number of Passengers 116
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Dates
- 28th Feb - 11th Mar 2019
- Embark: Ushuaia
- Disembark: Ushuaia
Prices from
- Superior Cabin
- EUR 9,350
- Twin Window
- EUR 8,150
- Twin Porthole
- EUR 7,850
- Quadruple cabin
- EUR 6,350
CROSSING THE POLAR CIRCLE
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Polar Pioneer Antarctica Diving & Snorkelling
- Polar Pioneer
- 10 nights
- Max number of Passengers 54
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Dates
- 2nd Mar - 12th Mar 2019
- Embark: Punta Arenas
- Disembark: Punta Arenas
Prices from
- Captain's Suite
- USD 16,200
- Superior Cabin
- USD 14,800
- Twin Private Cabin
- USD 13,800
- Twin Public Cabin
- USD 11,400
- Triple Cabin
- USD 9,700
- Full Charter
- POA
CROSSING THE POLAR CIRCLE
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Ortelius Antarctica Diving & Snorkelling
- Ortelius
- 13 nights
- Max number of Passengers 116
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Dates
- 18th Mar - 31st Mar 2019
- Embark: Ushuaia
- Disembark: Ushuaia
Prices from
- Superior Cabin
- EUR 9,950
- Twin Deluxe
- EUR 9,300
- Twin Window
- EUR 8,700
- Twin porthole deck 3
- EUR 8,300
- Twin Porthole deck 4
- EUR 8,300
- Triple porthole
- EUR 7,600
- Quadruple Porthole
- EUR 6,800
CROSSING THE POLAR CIRCLE
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Plancius Antarctica Diving & Snorkelling
- Plancius
- 9 nights
- Max number of Passengers 116
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Dates
- 22nd Mar - 31st Mar 2019
- Embark: Ushuaia
- Disembark: Ushuaia
Prices from
- Superior Cabin
- EUR 9,350
- Twin Deluxe
- EUR 8,750
- Twin Window
- EUR 8,150
- Twin Porthole
- EUR 7,850
- Triple Porthole
- EUR 7,150
- Quadruple cabin
- EUR 6,350
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Greg Mortimer Antarctica Diving & Snorkelling
- Greg Mortimer
- 12 nights
- Max number of Passengers 174
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Dates
- 3rd Feb - 15th Feb 2020
- Embark: Ushuaia
- Disembark: Ushuaia
Prices from
- Captain's Suite
- USD 22,100
- Junior Suite
- USD 19,200
- Balcony Suite
- USD 16,300
- Balcony stateroom
- USD 12,700
- Aurora Stateroom
- USD 11,600
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Greg Mortimer Antarctica Diving & Snorkelling
- Greg Mortimer
- 12 nights
- Max number of Passengers 174
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Dates
- 14th Feb - 26th Feb 2020
- Embark: Ushuaia
- Disembark: Punta Arenas
Prices from
- Captain's Suite
- USD 20,300
- Junior Suite
- USD 17,600
- Balcony Suite
- USD 14,900
- Balcony stateroom
- USD 11,700
- Aurora Stateroom
- USD 10,700
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Greg Mortimer Antarctica Diving & Snorkelling
- Greg Mortimer
- 10 nights
- Max number of Passengers 174
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Dates
- 24th Feb - 5th Mar 2020
- Embark: Punta Arenas
- Disembark: Punta Arenas
Prices from
- Captain's Suite
- USD 16,000
- Junior Suite
- USD 13,900
- Balcony Suite
- USD 11,800
- Balcony stateroom
- USD 9,200
- Aurora Stateroom
- USD 8,400
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Hondius Antarctica Diving & Snorkelling
- Hondius
- 22 nights
- Max number of Passengers 174
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Dates
- 24th Feb - 17th Mar 2020
- Embark: Ushuaia
- Disembark: Ushuaia
Prices from
- Grand Suite private...
- EUR 22,400
- Junior Suite
- EUR 19,450
- Superior
- EUR 18,150
- Twin deluxe
- EUR 16,950
- Twin window
- EUR 15,800
- Twin Porthole
- EUR 15,150
- Triple porthole
- EUR 13,700
- Quadruple Porthole
- EUR 12,600
Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Elephant Island - Antarctica - Polar Circle
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Polar Diving Details
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Polar Snorkel Details
Polar Snorkelling
Cold water snorkelling for a full concept of experiences above and below the surface!
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