Quest for the Emperor Penguins of Snow Hill Island

Name: Quest for the Emperor Penguins of Snow Hill Island
Brand: Swoop
Rating: 4.6 (10 reviews)

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The iconic emperor penguin is the goal of this expedition for wildlife enthusiasts, as your ice-strengthened ship sails into Antarctica’s challenging and little-visited Weddell Sea. Delve deep into historically significant and ice-laden waters, heading for the remote emperor rookery on Snow Hill Island, accessible only by onboard helicopter.

Trip Summary

4 full days in Antarctica = 8 planned “off ship” excursions
Unique itinerary focussing on reaching remote emperor penguins
Sail past vast tabular icebergs and visit cacophonous penguin rookeries
Antarctic operational experience since 1996
Expedition staff to guest ratio of 1:10
2 onboard helicopters allow for remote exploration
Robust ex-research expedition ship with just 108 passengers

Operator's Itinerary

Start from Ushuaia and end at Ushuaia

Landmarks potentially visited on Quest for the Emperor Penguins of Snow Hill Island

NOTE: This itinerary is for guidance only as each voyage will vary depending on ice and weather conditions, and opportunities to see wildlife. Flexibility is key and all part of the adventure of an expeditionary cruise.