If you’re looking for an epic introduction to the Antarctic, look no further than this 12-day Antarctica by Helicopter: Icebergs, Mountains and Remote Lands. The goal of this voyage is to maximize helicopter adventures, giving you perspectives of the Antarctic Peninsula no one else can offer—and the chance to explore inland from the east coast, where few have ever ventured. We’ll also sail through the waters of Erebus and Terror Gulf, Antarctic Sound, and the great ice-filled Weddell Sea.

What to expect:

  • Explore the rarely-visited east side of the Antarctic Peninsula

  • Experience at least two heli-flightseeing excursions

  • Participate in one heli-landing amidst Antarctica's vast coastal mountains

  • Enjoy off-ship excursions by Zodiac for intimate marine and land-based experiences

  • View icebergs amassed and birthed from the Larsen and Filchner-Ronne Ice Shelf

  • Learn from our polar experts during our enhanced onboard education program

You'll need to cover your flight to Buenos Aires, but once you arrive, Quark Expeditions handles everything else: hotels, cabin, meals, and drinks. There are also optional adventure add-ons like sea kayaking and paddling for an additional fee.

This trip is limited to the first 25 that book their seat. To get started with claiming your spot, visit the link below.

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Over twelve days, we’ll sail across the Drake Passage to explore the Weddell Sea by water, land, and air. From Zodiac cruising to challenging hikes and even heli experiences, there’s going to be no shortage of adventure. More than anything, this is an opportunity to build bonds with creatives from all over the world through one incredible adventure.

Importantly, this is NOT a workshop. This is a shared photography experience where like-minded creatives can embark on a once-in-a-lifetime journey to the Antarctic region. That being said, there will be a lot to learn and experience from the incredible guides with Quark Expeditions. You’ll enrich your experience with wildlife interpretation, geology, history, and photography guidance so every moment is both inspiring and informative.

Key Details

This isn't your typical cruise. Yes, you'll be on a beautiful ship with great food and cozy amenities, but the focus is on exploring. These are small vessels (120-140 people), and the experience revolves around daily excursions where you get up close with the Antarctic environment, by boat, land, and air. The landscapes are unreal, and seeing them in person is unlike anything else.

  • Trip Name: Antarctica By Helicopter - Icebergs, Mountains and Remote Lands​

  • Ship: Ultramarine

  • Start Location: Buenos Aires, Argentina

  • End Location: Buenos Aires, Argentina

  • Dates: November 28 - December 9, 2027

  • Duration: 12 days

  • Price: Starting at $15,541 USD per person

  • Experience: Open to any level of photographer

  • Difficulty Level: Intermediate

  • Equipment: Bring your camera, spotting scopes available on ship

Spots for this voyage are limited to the first 25 people that book their seat, and this offer will expire on October 31st, 2027. If you have ever dreamed of crossing the Drake Passage and travelling to the 7th continent, this is your chance to make it a reality.

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About the Gajan Balan

My name is Gajan Balan. I’m a photographer and director based in Toronto. My visuals are an exercise in world building that moves across portraiture, fashion, street, and documentary. My work has garnered multiple awards, publications, and galleries but my primary focus remains on highlighting humanistic stories from around the world. Namely those that draw inspiration from my culture and heritage. My goal is to develop compelling stories that can inspire the next generation of creatives.

In 2024, I travelled to Svalbard with Quark Expeditions, and it truly changed my life. The ship was immaculate, the excursions were unforgettable, and the expedition team was second to none. After many trips across the polar regions, I’ve become passionate about sharing this experience with fellow photographers looking to have bucket list adventures. Especially those of you with red dots on your cameras.