Antarctica Group Holidays

Educational Visits To Antarctica For Schools & Colleges

Antarctica is already the subject of hundreds of projects in schools and colleges. The region has a high profile on television and in other media for its wildlife, climate, environment, history and geo-political importance.

Above all, it is a fascinating and exciting destination, perfect for study groups of all kinds.

WILDFOOT can tailor-make expedition trips to Antarctica, including South Georgia and the Falkland Islands for groups of students according to their specific requirements or capabilities.

Antarctica For Universities And Alumni

Antarctica is a region of very high wildlife, climate, environment, history and geo-political importance. What better way to truly discover and study this intriguing land than with an enthralling educational trip?

WILDFOOT can arrange educational trips to Antarctica for university groups of all sizes. With a team of experts aboard every ship we can tailor make a trip to suit your groups interests and study topics.

Antarctica group expedition for ornithologists and birdwatchers

Antarctic wildlife in Antarctica includes 46 species of birds, including Albatrosses, Shearwaters and Petrels, Storm-Petrels, Diving petrels, Cormorants, Bitterns, Herons and Egrets, Ducks, Geese and Swans, Sheathbills, Skuas and Jaegers, Gulls, Terns and much more.

All of our departures have expert wildlife lecturers and guides on board, whilst many also have dedicated ornithologists. See our main Birdwatching page for information on some of these cruises and the specialists on board.

Antarctica group expedition for photographers

The expert lecturers on board all of our cruises are all experienced wildlife and nature photographers, keen to share their knowledge with fellow travellers. On a small number of cruises, there are also specialist photographers and these Antarctic cruises are nominated as photography specials. Please ask us for details.

Antarctica group expedition for wildlife enthusiasts

Antarctica, the sub-Antarctic islands and the seas around Antarctica are home to a huge array of animals. From aquatic animals such as whales and seals to Antarctica's most famous residents, the penguins, there are so many intriguing species for wildlife enthusiasts to encounter and learn more about.

There are experts on Antarctic fauna and flora on board all our expedition ships and wildlife lovers will benefit vastly from their knowledge. You can learn more about the wildlife you can expect to encounter in Antarctica on our wildlife pages

Antarctica group expedition for historians

Perhaps you want to follow in the footsteps of Shackleton or Scott or Mawson and even see the abandoned huts from their ill-fated expeditions, not much different now from the day the intrepid explorers left.

WILDFOOT Travel have regular cruises following Shackleton’s last route, whilst there are also special departures from Australia to Mawson’s base in Eastern Antarctica.

Antarctica group expedition for Skiers

There are skiing options on several of our expeditions each season. However, for those seeking a very special challenge, our partner Oceanwide Expeditions organises a trek the beginning of the season in November, recreating the route taken by Shackleton and his crew on their heroic traverse of South Georgia in 1916.

Antarctica group expedition for kayakers and scuba divers

WILDFOOT offer many expeditions where groups can partake in sea kayaking and scuba diving, making your Antarctica journey even more exciting and exhilarating.

Experience the thrill of paddling through the icy water, drifting by towering icebergs and lose yourself in the solitude of the pristine Antarctic waters or dive into the magical underworld of this largely unexplored paradise.