My Antarctic stats
- Polar plunges braved: 2
- Antarctic activities tested: Snorkelling & Citizen Science
- Began working in travel: 2013
Swoop says
I love understanding what has drawn you to Antarctica. Is this your last continent to reach? A lifelong dream to see penguin chicks? A fascination with the continent's historical side? Having these exciting conversations helps make sure I guide you to the right voyage.
Madelyn Carroll Antarctica Specialist
My top 5 Antarctic experiences
A sunset selfie in Antarctica
- Snorkelling in Antarctica and experiencing a humpback whale breach just 12 m (39 ft) away. One of those unbelievable moments that rewrites your sense of wonder!
- Spotting my first iceberg during my second afternoon on the Drake Passage. I hadn’t expected it so early in the journey, but there it was – and it felt like a landmark moment
- Staring up at the Milky Way in the stillness of an Antarctic night. Standing in the cold, crisp air surrounded by the gentle sound of lapping waves and the deepest, darkest horizon just hit differently than stargazing at home
- Snorkelling off Deception Island and being instantly surrounded by gentoo penguins. They zipped past me like speedy torpedoes – a total contrast to their clumsy, toddler-like waddling on land
- Floating in silence as four ultra-curious humpbacks circled our zodiac. Engine off, we traded eye contact with these gentle giants for nearly an hour
My photos of Antarctica
Incredible Antarctic scenery
A penguin dives into the deep
A ship lingers in a bay
Penguins on the ice sheet
On location and flying the flag
Antarctica is perfect for keen photographers
More about me
- I’ve worked in the travel industry for over a decade, helping customers find their perfect polar voyages, as well as organising luxury group tours
- I’ve swum with great whites, lemon sharks and whale sharks – I’m always scoping out my next diving or snorkelling adventure with different sharks!
- When I’m not getting you excited for Antarctic expeditions, you can find me hiking with my family or at my cottage working on DIY projects
- I will always find the most extreme activity to do during my travels, like skydiving, bungee jumping, white-water rafting or Arctic polar plunging
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With over 100 years of Antarctic experience between us, we can help guide you to exactly the right trip for you.
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