Antarctic is known as coldest, windiest and driest place on the earth. It is the region around the Earth's South Pole. It is the fifth largest continent in the Earth after Asia, Africa, North and South Americas. It is interesting that approximately 98 % of Antarctic region territory is covered by ice. This continent has no permanent residents. Otherwise, from 1,000 to 5,000 people reside throughout the year in the research stations across the continent.
There are no shops, idyllic sandy beaches, plenty of night clubs, luxurious hotels and restaurants. Otherwise, it is lovely travel destination! Antarctica offers the breathtaking landscapes, unique wildlife, including penguins, seals, many types of algae; leopard, crabeater, weddell, albatross and fur seals etc. The most popular places, which are usually included to the Antarctic cruise destinations, are Deception Island, Lemaire Channel and Paradise Harbour. The collapsed volcano, which forms a natural harbour the thermally heated water of Pendulum Cove, a narrow between the cliffs of the Antarctic Peninsula and Booth Island always fascinates the tourists.
When travel to Antarctic?
Antarctic Region is accessible only during the austral summer season from November to March. At this time, coastal temperatures car arise up to highs of 14 degrees of Celsius and there are 24 hours of daylight. On winter season, the weather temperature can be lower that -40 degrees of Celsius and the sea is impassable.
How Much Does Antarctic Cruise Coast?
The price of Antarctic Cruise can vary from $5,000 to $30,000 depending on the travel destination, facilities, room equipment, etc. The middle price for Antarctic Cruise is from $8,000 to $10,000 for a 10-14 days trip.
