Polar Tours & Cruises | Peregrine Adventures NZ

Follow in the footsteps of the world’s greatest explorers on a once-in-a-lifetime polar expedition.

Led by expert guides aboard purpose-built ships, our polar adventures take you from the ‘everyday’ to the ends of the Earth, to places where you can witness nature in all its raw and powerful glory. Watch as thousands of penguins scamper into Antarctic waters, whales emigrate through deep blue waters, and polar bears hunt across the Arctic. With each day holding the thrill of the unknown, the only certainty is a life-changing experience.

"If at all possible, include South Georgia in your travel plans to the Antarctic. This area is an absolute gem for anyone interested in wildlife."

Elane travelled on Crossing the Antarctic Circle from Ushuaia

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Antarctica

Antarctica is one of the last few places that carries on in its natural state. Venturing to the southernmost tip of the planet, watch penguins courting as far as the eye can see, seals sleeping on ice floe and whales blowing water at the surface. Conquer the Drake Passage and set your eyes upon dramatic contrasts while learning about a place that has united countries and belongs to no one.

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The Arctic

Realm of the mighty polar bear and the renowned Northern Lights: the Arctic Circle is the final frontier before the long journey to the North Pole. It’s a challenging world, populated by musk ox, walrus and narwhal, where communities have a long history of surviving off the sea. Navigate along untouched coastal areas, covering three continents and spanning eight countries, and explore one of the most biologically diverse parts of the world.

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Arctic vs Antarctic: What's the difference

The Antarctic

Antarctica is a continent surrounded by water.
Witness penguins, orcas, blue whales and seals.
Antarctic animals can usually be viewed at close quarters.
Antarctica has some of the roughest seas on the planet.
Antarctica has no people.
Follow in the footsteps of great Polar explorers like Shackleton, Scott and Amundsen.

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