Penguins looking at the camera on the tripod

Antarctica Photography Tours, Cruises & Expeditions

Capture the White Continent’s captivating landscapes and wildlife on film
Starting at:
Per Person
USD$ 5,795

Highlights

  • Photograph some of the largest, most ornate, and most extensive iceberg formations on the planet
  • Take pictures of abundant and highly visible polar wildlife, from seabirds and penguins, to seals and whales
  • Take advantage of pure skies, astonishing air quality, and guidance from renowned guest photographers
  • Capture the almost unreal hues cast by polar sunlight on sea and land ice
  • Enjoy almost around-the-clock daylight during the austral summer for epic photography opportunities

Antarctica photography tours offer utterly singular photographic opportunities: armadas of mountainous, blue-tinted icebergs arrayed in mirror-calm water; jagged black mountains skeined with flawless white snow and ice, looming over beaches cluttered with seals and penguins; the vast ethereal blank of the polar plateau, whipped by the ferocious wind into sastrugi formations and overhung by pristine blue skies or dreamlike stacks of wave clouds; ranks of spiky nunatak peaks punching out of ice-sheet expanses in the Antarctic interior. An Antarctica photo expedition is as bucket-list as they come!

Whilst any tour down here affords ample, once-in-a-lifetime possibilities for professional and amateur shutterbugs alike, for those wanting to learn more about the peculiarities of polar photography, the penguin paparazzi wanting to nab magazine-worthy Antarctica penguin photos at the most coveted rookery locations, or those who merely want to mingle with like minded lens lovers, there are specialty Antarctica photography cruises available with Antarctica photography workshops and lectures on board led by renowned Antarctica photographers.

Penguin with a photographer in the backgound Man with a camera with telephoto lens

Antarctic Photography Tours

Join our exclusive Antarctic photography tours and embark on an extraordinary expedition to frame breathtaking landscapes, wildlife, and frozen wonders through your lens.

Up to 11% savings

Antarctica - Basecamp

Length: 13 Days
Ships: Hondius, Plancius, Ortelius
USD$ 11,100 - USD$ 19,600
Per Person
Up to 19% savings

Antarctic Circle Expedition

Length: 16 Days
Ships: MS Fridtjof Nansen, MS Roald Amundsen
USD$ 13,062 - USD$ 25,458
Per Person
Up to 20% savings

Spirit of Antarctica

Length: 11 Days, 12 Days
Ships: Douglas Mawson, Sylvia Earle, Greg Mortimer
USD$ 12,956 - USD$ 31,956
Per Person
Up to 15% savings

Highlights of Antarctica

Length: 12 Days
Ships: MS Fridtjof Nansen, MS Roald Amundsen
USD$ 9,567 - USD$ 17,398
Per Person
Up to 30% savings

Iconic Antarctica Expedition Cruise – The Explorer’s Route

Length: 16 Days
Ships: MS Fridtjof Nansen, MS Roald Amundsen
USD$ 10,708 - USD$ 17,695
Per Person
Up to 26% savings

Antarctic Circle Crossing: Beyond the Antarctic Circle

Length: 14 Days
Ships: Seaventure
USD$ 11,621 - USD$ 30,695
Per Person

Ultimate Explorer: Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctic Circle

Length: 24 Days
Ships: Ocean Nova
USD$ 26,075 - USD$ 35,405
Per Person
Up to 20% savings

Antarctic Women's Expedition: Spirit of Antarctica

Length: 11 Days
Ships: Sylvia Earle
USD$ 12,956 - USD$ 24,316
Per Person

Antarctica Direct: Fly the Drake Passage (10D)

Length: 10 Days
Ships: National Geographic Orion
USD$ 19,284 - USD$ 58,734
Per Person
Up to 16% savings

Antarctica's Whale Season

Length: 11 Days
Ships: Ocean Nova
USD$ 8,546 - USD$ 17,087
Per Person

Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Antarctica

Length: 19 Days, 21 Days, 23 Days
Ships: Hondius, Plancius, Ortelius
USD$ 14,850 - USD$ 36,350
Per Person
Up to 11% savings

Deep South Basecamp Experience

Length: 14 Days
Ships: Ortelius
USD$ 13,700 - USD$ 19,600
Per Person

FAQ About Antarctica Photography Expeditions

Why choose an Antarctic photography tour?

Antarctic photography tours offer unparalleled opportunities to capture stunning landscapes, unique wildlife, and ethereal light conditions. You’ll receive guidance from professional photographers, ensuring you capture the best shots in one of the world’s most captivating environments.

When is the best time for Antarctic photography tours?

The Antarctic summer months from November to March provide optimal conditions for photography tours. During this time, you can witness breathtaking ice formations, abundant wildlife, and extended daylight hours, allowing for more creative photography opportunities.

What photography equipment should I bring on an Antarctic tour?

Essential equipment for Antarctic photography tours includes a DSLR or mirrorless camera, a variety of lenses (wide-angle for landscapes, telephoto for wildlife), sturdy tripod, extra batteries, memory cards, and protective gear for your equipment in the extreme Antarctic conditions.

What photography opportunities are available on Antarctic tours?

Antarctic tours provide endless photography opportunities, including capturing majestic icebergs, stunning landscapes, playful penguins, seals, and whales in their natural habitat. You’ll also have opportunities for Zodiac cruises and shore excursions to photograph unique scenes.

Do I need photography experience to join an Antarctic photography tour?

Antarctic photography tours cater to all skill levels, from beginners to advanced photographers. Professional guides will offer tips, workshops, and guidance to help you improve your photography skills and make the most of the unique Antarctic setting.

Antarctica Photography Expedition Cruises

Embark on a visual odyssey through the pristine beauty, ethereal polar light, and species spectacles of the White Continent aboard these Antarctica photography cruises.

Le Commandant Charcot

16-31 Days , 2 Itineraries
245 Guests, Luxury
USD$ 29,530 - USD$ 171,590
Per Person

Le Soléal

15-22 Days , 2 Itineraries
264 Guests, Luxury
USD$ 16,880 - USD$ 81,670
Per Person

Le Boréal

11-20 Days , 3 Itineraries
264 Guests, Luxury
USD$ 15,100 - USD$ 60,320
Per Person

Le Lyrial

11-20 Days , 5 Itineraries
244 Guests, Luxury
USD$ 14,360 - USD$ 64,110
Per Person

L’Austral

11-20 Days , 3 Itineraries
264 Guests, Luxury
USD$ 17,170 - USD$ 56,770
Per Person
Up to 29% savings

Ultramarine

11-23 Days , 6 Itineraries
199 Guests, Luxury
USD$ 13,786 - USD$ 91,381
Per Person
Up to 30% savings

Ocean Explorer

8-20 Days , 8 Itineraries
138 Guests, Mid-Range
USD$ 13,766 - USD$ 66,210
Per Person
Up to 30% savings

MS Fridtjof Nansen

12-24 Days , 5 Itineraries
530 Guests, Luxury
USD$ 9,567 - USD$ 18,404
Per Person
Up to 29% savings

MS Roald Amundsen

12-24 Days , 4 Itineraries
530 Guests, Luxury
USD$ 10,578 - USD$ 25,458
Per Person
Up to 26% savings

Douglas Mawson

9-23 Days , 12 Itineraries
154 Guests, Mid-Range
USD$ 13,436 - USD$ 61,196
Per Person
Up to 20% savings

Sylvia Earle

10-23 Days , 12 Itineraries
132 Guests, Mid-Range
USD$ 12,956 - USD$ 60,686
Per Person
Up to 21% savings

Magellan Explorer

6-20 Days , 8 Itineraries
96 Guests, Mid-Range
USD$ 5,795 - USD$ 38,995
Per Person