Antarctica offers a wide variety of experiences for thrill seekers and nature lovers, and Aurora Expeditions is the perfect company to help them do it all. With more than 30 years of experience and expertise in exploring Antarctica’s uncharted terrain, this adventure travel company offers travelers the chance to immerse themselves in extreme winter sports across the continent.
Follow Aurora’s expert guides across breathtaking terrain, covering gentle glacial descents for beginners and advanced routes challenging even the most experienced backcountry skiers. Experience ski touring on Aurora’s Spirit of Antarctica voyage.

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Polar Scuba Diving and Snorkeling
Are you an experienced diver? See unique marine life and explore ice formations from beneath the Antarctic surface with Aurora. This excursion operates under environmentally conscious practices to ensure the underwater ecosystem remains pristine. Guests looking to participate in scuba diving with Aurora should book one of the following itineraries: Wild Antarctica featuring the Weddell Sea, Spirit of Antarctica, Antarctic Explorer, Spirit of Antarctica, Antarctic Explorer, Spirit of Antarctica featuring the Chilean Fjords and Antarctic Explorer featuring the Chilean Fjords. And those looking to join Aurora’s polar snorkeling can book Wild Antarctica featuring the Weddell Sea; Spirit of Antarctica; South Georgia, Falklands & Antarctic Odyssey; Across the Antarctic Circle; Antarctica Complete; and Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica Peninsula.
Glide through serene fjords and iceberg-filled waters on a sea kayaking adventure. The silence of kayaking makes it possible to see wildlife like humpback whales, sea birds and seals in their natural habitats. This experience can be found on voyages and itineraries such as Wild Antarctica featuring the Weddell Sea; Spirit of Antarctica; South Georgia, Falklands & Antarctic Odyssey; Antarctica Complete; Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica Peninsula; and Across the Antarctic Circle.

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Alpine Trekking and Climbing
With the help of certified guides, participants can explore icy landscapes and glacial formations, as well as observe local wildlife such as penguins and seals from a respectful distance. Guests who book the Spirit of Antarctica; Antarctic Explorer; South Georgia, Falklands & Antarctic Odyssey; Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctic Peninsula; and Across the Antarctic Circle voyages can enjoy this experience.
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