Ross Sea East Antarctica Cape Adare Ross Island Commonwealth Bay Balleny Islands Macquarie Island Whale Bay 66 Scenic° Explore further East Antarctica & the Ross Sea A must-see destination Picture the white continent in its most extreme and spectacular form – this is the East Antarctica and Ross Sea region. With just three departures of 200 guests each per season, these voyages are as exclusive, luxurious and adventurous as can be. With dramatic windswept landscapes, legendary history and the excitement of wildlife sightings, this is the final cruising frontier. Watch lazy Weddell Seals relaxing on ice floes during Zodiac excursions, witness the bustling world of the largest Adélie penguin rookeries, and marvel at the vast Ross Ice Shelf, home to penguins, whales, albatrosses, and seals. Explore historical huts established by pioneering explorers, gaining insights from our expert Discovery Team. Fly by helicopter^ over Mars-like McMurdo Dry Valleys, accessible only by air, and dive beneath the surface of the Ross Sea in the Scenic Neptune II submersible^, a perspective few will ever experience. Journey through polar history More than exploring a fascinating landscape, these voyages will delve into Antarctica’s explorer legacy, from Captain James Clark Ross to Douglas Mawson. Gain insights from the expert Discovery Team and learn about the challenges they experienced. Explore historical huts established by pioneering explorers, perfectly preserved against the extreme environment. ^Flights on board our two helicopters and submersible are at additional cost, subject to regulatory approval, availability, weight restrictions, medical approval and weather and ice conditions. Submersible is not able to operate in New Zealand. Ross Sea Ice Shelf
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