Onto the Antarctic Ice

Everything about this trip was 10/10. The experiences, the crew, the staff, and the adventures exceeded all of our expectations. Honestly, every single thing about this trip was incredible. My husband and I travel a lot, but this was hands down the most incredible experience we've ever had.

Travelled: January 2024

10/10 - Breathtaking. The expedition team were very helpful and knowledgeable about the Antarctic.

Travelled: January 2024

Most memorable moment? Carving a bed in the snow and spending the night sleeping in wide open nature.

Travelled: January 2024

I was very pleased with all the services provided on and off the ship. From the waiter to the guide, everyone was very helpful and very knowledgeable about our surroundings. The guides made sure we saw lots of nature and the animals.

Travelled: January 2024

10/10 - Great food, the crew and Captain were wonderful.

Travelled: January 2024

10/10 - I got to see and learned so much during this trip. The expedition team answered my questions and helped me throughout the trip.

Travelled: December 2023

10/10 - The experience was top notch from start to finish. The staff were my favorite thing about the trip, tied with the penguins, of course. Across the ship, from the front desk staff to the cleaners to the guides and dining crew, staff were consistently kind and helpful. The guides were absolutely amazing - so knowledgeable, patient and kind.

Travelled: December 2023

Exceeded our expectations. Superb job done by the team, especially the leader.

Travelled: November 2023

10/10- Our expedition leader, Ali, planned an incredible trip for us. It was truly special to be able to visit so many sites over the 5 days we were in Antarctica and actually get to stand on the continent.

Travelled: February 2023

10/10 - It was a bucket list trip we saw everything there was to see

Travelled: February 2023

10/10- It was the perfect mix of adventure, unique experience and educational / fulfilling vacation as I could have imagined.

Travelled: January 2023

10/10 - From the initial orientation to the care taken of passengers on the ship and outings, the food, the educational presentations, the view of Antartica provided all exceeded my expectations.

Travelled: December 2022

10/10 - I’ve wanted to go to Antarctica for about 18 years. It was a bucket list adventure. I was able to camp, cruise the Antarctica waters, and kayak around glaciers and icebergs.

Travelled: December 2022

The expedition team were experts in their fields and provided a lot of great information during their lectures. This was a truly accessible tour and trip. Their team was willing to help everyone regardless of the ability.

Travelled: December 2022

It is a jam-packed day with 2 outings each day, you wake up in a different location and during lunch you're moving again. Was it cold? Yes but it was so worth it!

Travelled: December 2022

Every member of the team brought a different focus to our experience. They were engaging, passionate and worked very hard to ensure we had the best experience possible.

Travelled: December 2022

Most memorable moment: Waking up the first day in Antarctica with the sun shining, surrounding mountains covered in snow, porpoising penguins, and beautiful blue waters.

Travelled: December 2022

10/10 - The trip is totally amazing.

Travelled: December 2022

All the guides and crew were very well prepared and knowledgeable. The expedition is very well planned even for weather changes. The food aboard is great, the zodiac cruising, landings were exceptional. The kayaking experience was the best with great kayaking guides in beautiful locations.

Travelled: December 2022

The expedition team were very knowledgeable and friendly. The lectures were great (ice, whales, seals, icebergs, weather, Antarctic politics, etc.). They were highly skilled with the Zodiacs which gave us the peace to enjoy the cruising.

Travelled: December 2022

10/10 - It was incredible.

Travelled: December 2022

An unique, once in a life time experience.

Travelled: December 2021

The staffs are amazing - very knowledgeable and professional. All lectures that I attended were given by excellent speakers.

Travelled: December 2021

It was amazing to be able to see penguins and other birds, plus seals up-close on the excursions. We also saw lots of wildlife from the ship.

Travelled: December 2021

Our ship encountered a huge group of feeding humpback whales. We were surrounded by them for approx. 1.5 hours as we watched them feed, play, breech, dive...it was an enchanting experience. I never thought I would be so up-close to these beautiful creatures.

Travelled: December 2021

The expedition team was amazing! The team had such a great variety of experience and backgrounds. They were friendly and helpful, and if they didn't know the answer to a question, they would find out.

Travelled: December 2021

I feel so fortunate to have been able to experience this clean and unspoiled part of the earth. It has inspired our family to pay even more attention to environmental issues than before. This is due in part to the education and exposure to the issues by the Expedition Team's lectures and conversations, as well as just the experience of being there and seeing in person.

Travelled: December 2021

The almost untouched and surreal scenery and unique wildlife experiences have me wanting to look into Arctic expeditions!

Travelled: December 2021

The guides were amazing and knowledgeable. The Zodiac provided opportunities for close encounters with the land and sea of Antarctica.

Travelled: December 2021

They worked tirelessly to ensure all passengers had daily activities and fun. I felt like they never took a day off and I'm so glad to have met such smart and caring individuals.

Travelled: December 2021

We saw whales, various types of seals, penguins, and birds. My favorite encounter was w/ a Leopard Seal while kayaking; the seal seemed to be having fun with us, creating waves and swimming quickly underneath the water to change his position before we could snap a photo. We also saw a group of Ocra hunting another whale - it was a magical moment as the sun was setting and we had just finished a BBQ dinner / party on the back deck.

Travelled: February 2020

Our trip was amazing!! Crew and Expedition leaders were AWESOME! Very professional and always placed safety first.

Travelled: December 2018

The scenery and wildlife were terrific and it was a pleasure to meet with many of the passengers on the boat. The experience was very much as expected and greatly enjoyed. I felt that we were given expert information before going ashore each time, as well as informative lectures throughout the trip.

Travelled: February 2018

This was absolutely the right cruise for us and I've already recommended it to several people. It exceeded my expectations. Being able to experience nature in its natural state was a once in a lifetime experience. All of the crew on the ship were wonderful.

Travelled: January 2018

Excursions were the highlights of the trip. I can't point a finger to any of them saying that one was the best. They were all fantastic!

Travelled: January 2018

It was a perfect choice. For the price, we paid we definitely feel the trip delivered. You always have to remember: mother nature is in charge. The crew was professional and made sure we were always informed, well prepared and well educated before every excursion.

Travelled: January 2018

We were very pleased with Swoop and were thrilled with the quick and helpful responses we received from you. The cabin and voyage recommended were perfect for us.

Travelled: January 2018

Loved the trip. Weather was good for the first four days after arrival. Staff and guides were top notch. Very calm, capable and knowledgeable.

Travelled: January 2018

The voyage lived up to the expectations and the crew were knowledgeable, committed to the sanctity of Antarctica. Completely satisfied - food was excellent.

Travelled: December 2017

Penguins were definitely the highlight. I could have watched them for hours. Lemaire Channel was spectacular though we had to turn around at the end due to iceberg blocking the way. We saw many whales - fin, humpback and orca.

Travelled: March 2017

I really enjoyed seeing all of the wildlife on this trip. We saw dolphins chasing the boat. We got up close and personal with humpback whales. We saw orcas chasing or playing with seals and hunting penguins in the sea.

Travelled: March 2017

We landed at Paradise Bay and walked across a pebble beach while penguins and seals were cavorting and inquisitive. Our first real ice walk. Spotted our first adelie among the gentoo penguins!

Travelled: March 2017