Polar Snorkeling
Learn more about Polar Snorkeling for a great experience above and below the surface!
Polar Diving and Polar Snorkeling in Antarctica
Diving and snorkeling in the ice cold waters of Antarctica? Some of your friends may think you're crazy! But just imagine the large sculptured icebergs 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 a beach. This is not a typical dive or snorkel event but an experience of Antarctica in full capacity: Below and above the surface.
Dive and snorkel Antarctica
Polar diving and polar snorkeling in Antarctica is for experienced and advanced cold water divers, or for snorkelers who simply have an open mind and are ready to experience the unknown. We will provide you with diving or snorkel gear and a Waterproof drysuit that will keep you warm in the polar waters. 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.Antarctica Expedition Cruises for every traveller
These voyages are not limited to divers and snorkelers only. So if you're not fond of going into the polar water you are still more than welcome. While others are out in the water, you can enjoy on board activities or zodiac excursions. We will advise you about the possible trips and which ship would be the best suitable option for you.What our guests say- Martin McGrath, Polar Dive Master Waterproof Expeditions
"An Antarctic experience is more than the scenery. The animals above and in the water make your experience completely unique."
Sample programme for a dive and snorkel expedition in Antarctica.
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Are you qualified ?
Polar Snorkeling: 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.
Polar diving: 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.
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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.
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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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NOTE: Snorkeling & diving activities on designated trips often need a minimum number of participants.
Dates & Rates
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Greg Mortimer Antarctica Diving & Snorkelling
- Greg Mortimer
- 11 nights
- Max number of Passengers 172
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Dates
- 12th Feb - 23rd Feb 2021
- Embark: Ushuaia
- Disembark: Punta Arenas
Prices from
- Captain's Suite
- USD 24,300
- Junior Suite
- USD 20,900
- Superior Balcony
- USD 17,600
- Balcony stateroom B
- USD 14,200
- Balcony stateroom C
- USD 13,900
- Balcony stateroom A
- USD 13,900
- Aurora Stateroom Twin
- USD 13,100
- Aurora Stateroom Triple
- USD 11,900
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Greg Mortimer Antarctica Diving & Snorkelling
- Greg Mortimer
- 10 nights
- Max number of Passengers 172
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Dates
- 21st Feb - 3rd Mar 2021
- Embark: Punta Arenas
- Disembark: Punta Arenas
Prices from
- Captain's Suite
- USD 23,000
- Junior Suite
- USD 20,000
- Superior Balcony
- USD 16,900
- Balcony stateroom B
- USD 13,900
- Balcony stateroom C
- USD 13,700
- Balcony stateroom A
- USD 13,700
- Aurora Stateroom Twin
- USD 12,900
- Aurora Stateroom Triple
- USD 11,800
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Hondius Antarctica Diving & Snorkelling
- Hondius
- 22 nights
- Max number of Passengers 170
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Dates
- 24th Feb - 18th Mar 2021
- Embark: Ushuaia
- Disembark: Ushuaia
Prices from
- Grand Suite private...
- EUR 22,450
- Junior Suite
- EUR 19,500
- Superior
- EUR 18,250
- Twin deluxe
- EUR 16,950
- Twin window
- EUR 15,950
- Twin Porthole
- EUR 15,400
- Triple porthole
- EUR 14,100
- Quadruple Porthole
- EUR 12,700
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Greg Mortimer Antarctica Diving & Snorkelling
- Greg Mortimer
- 10 nights
- Max number of Passengers 172
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Dates
- 1st Mar - 11th Mar 2021
- Embark: Punta Arenas
- Disembark: Ushuaia
Prices from
- Captain's Suite
- USD 23,600
- Junior Suite
- USD 20,300
- Superior Balcony
- USD 17,100
- Balcony stateroom B
- USD 13,800
- Balcony stateroom C
- USD 13,500
- Balcony stateroom A
- USD 13,500
- Aurora Stateroom Twin
- USD 12,700
- Aurora Stateroom Triple
- USD 11,500
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Hondius Antarctica Diving & Snorkelling
- Hondius
- 9 nights
- Max number of Passengers 170
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Dates
- 18th Mar - 27th Mar 2021
- Embark: Ushuaia
- Disembark: Ushuaia
Prices from
- Grand Suite private...
- EUR 8,900
- Junior Suite
- EUR 7,750
- Superior
- EUR 7,250
- Twin deluxe
- EUR 6,750
- Twin window
- EUR 6,350
- Twin Porthole
- EUR 6,100
- Triple porthole
- EUR 5,600
- Quadruple Porthole
- EUR 4,950
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Ortelius Antarctica Diving & Snorkelling
- Ortelius
- 13 nights
- Max number of Passengers 116
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Dates
- 19th Mar - 1st Apr 2021
- Embark: Ushuaia
- Disembark: Ushuaia
Prices from
- Superior Cabin
- EUR 10,350
- Twin Deluxe
- EUR 9,700
- Twin Window
- EUR 9,100
- Twin porthole deck 3
- EUR 8,750
- Twin Porthole deck 4
- EUR 8,750
- Quadruple Porthole
- EUR 7,100
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Plancius Antarctica Diving & Snorkelling
- Plancius
- 20 nights
- Max number of Passengers 116
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Dates
- 22nd Oct - 11th Nov 2021
- Embark: Stanley
- Disembark: Ushuaia
Prices from
- Superior Cabin
- USD 23,550
- Twin Deluxe
- USD 21,550
- Twin Window
- USD 19,995
- Twin Porthole
- USD 18,995
- Triple Porthole
- USD 17,550
- Quadruple cabin
- USD 15,550
Signature Expedition | In cooperation with Cheesemans' Ecology Safaris
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Greg Mortimer Antarctica Diving & Snorkelling
- Greg Mortimer
- 10 nights
- Max number of Passengers 172
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Dates
- 16th Jan - 26th Jan 2022
- Embark: Ushuaia
- Disembark: Punta arenas
Prices from
- Captain's Suite
- USD 25,095
- Junior Suite
- USD 21,695
- Superior Balcony
- USD 18,295
- Balcony stateroom A
- USD 15,395
- Balcony stateroom B
- USD 14,995
- Balcony stateroom C
- USD 14,695
- Aurora Stateroom Twin
- USD 13,595
- Aurora Stateroom Triple
- USD 12,495
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Greg Mortimer Antarctica Diving & Snorkelling
- Greg Mortimer
- 11 nights
- Max number of Passengers 172
- Learn more about this vessel
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Dates
- 24th Jan - 4th Feb 2022
- Embark: Punta arenas
- Disembark: Punta arenas
Prices from
- Captain's Suite
- USD 28,795
- Junior Suite
- USD 25,095
- Superior Balcony
- USD 21,195
- Balcony stateroom A
- USD 17,995
- Balcony stateroom B
- USD 17,595
- Balcony stateroom C
- USD 17,295
- Aurora Stateroom Twin
- USD 16,095
- Aurora Stateroom Triple
- USD 14,795
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Greg Mortimer Antarctica Diving & Snorkelling
- Greg Mortimer
- 11 nights
- Max number of Passengers 172
- Learn more about this vessel
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Dates
- 2nd Feb - 13th Feb 2022
- Embark: Punta arenas
- Disembark: Ushuaia
Prices from
- Captain's Suite
- USD 29,895
- Junior Suite
- USD 25,795
- Superior Balcony
- USD 21,595
- Balcony stateroom A
- USD 17,995
- Balcony stateroom B
- USD 17,595
- Balcony stateroom C
- USD 17,295
- Aurora Stateroom Twin
- USD 15,895
- Aurora Stateroom Triple
- USD 14,495
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