Kayaking
Glide through the waters and take in the royal grace of the icebergs, see the varied birds and seals, and maybe even the whales in their natural habitat under the supervision of experienced kayak guides, who will ensure your safety during each outing.
Exercise your body while engaging your mind and heart in an unforgettable outing, safely guided by Kayak masters throughout the journey. Kayaking activities available on both Arctic and Antarctic voyages.
Although kayaking opportunities are possible in most locations during each excursion in the Antarctic region, weather, sea and ice conditions will dictate the when and where to ensure your safety and improve your experience.
In order to sign up for this activity you need to have previous kayaking experience and attend a mandatory safety briefing by the Kayak Master.
Kayaking is offered on all ships and all trips* if conditions allow.
*Excluding our South American, Mid-Atlantic and Scotland voyages
Price
Kayaking is offered on all ships and all trips* if conditions allow.
The cost starts from $250 per person per outing.
*Excluding our South American, Mid-Atlantic, and Scotland voyages
*The cost starts from $310 per person per outing from the 2023/24 Antarctica season.
Booking
You can book Kayaking on board during your stay.
Experience level
You need to have previous kayaking experience.
Weather conditions
Weather, sea, and ice conditions will dictate the when and where to ensure your safety and improve your experience.
The expedition leader will do their best to ensure the camping activity takes place.
Expeditions with this excursion
Giants of the Southern Ocean: Whale voyage with South Shetlands and the Antarctic Peninsula
This is our fantastic 9-day sunset voyage to the Great White Continent. Experience incredible whales, stunning mountain sceneries and gigantic icebergs in action-packed days on what we like to call a true expedition.
Epic adventure: Antarctica and the Circle, Weddell Sea, South Georgia and Falklands
On this truly epic 22-day voyage, follow in the wake of courageous explorers as we cross the Antarctic Circle, visit the Peninsula and explore the South Shetlands before heading via the Antarctic Sound and Weddell Sea to South Georgia and Falkland Islands.
South Shetlands Islands, Antarctica and crossing the Circle
On this 11-day inspiring cruise, we explore the Great White Continent's magnificent landscapes, glacial mountains, and incredible wildlife before reaching 66°33′ – the Antarctic Circle.
NORTHEAST GREENLAND - into the National Park 2023
Discover one of the world's most beautiful, wild and pristine natural areas in the huge North Greenland National Park. On this unique Albatros expedition cruise, we will venture far from the usual tourist routes and visit places where only true expeditioners and scientists travel. Here we will experience unspoiled Arctic landscapes with good chances of seeing polar bears, whales and musk oxen.
In the Wake of Eric the Red - From Greenland to Iceland 11 days/10 nights
Join us on an expedition cruise from Kangerlussuaq to Reykjavík, which follows the same maritime course set by Norse settlers over a thousand years ago. In the Disko Bay, we will experience local folk dancing in Qeqertarsuaq and sail to the renowned Eqi Glacier.
Expedition Cruise to Disko Bay and Uummannaq 8 days
Join a majestic adventure in Greenland and experience summer in the Arctic complete with: gigantic icebergs, settlement visits, the stunning Eqi Glacier and Greenland in a changing climate.
In the wake of Eric the Red 11 days/10 nights
Join us on an expedition cruise from Reykjavík to Kangerlussuaq, which follows the same maritime course set by Norse settlers over a thousand years ago.
Four Arctic Islands 11 days/10 nights
This epic journey combining the four islands of Svalbard, Jan Mayen, Greenland and Iceland showcases the uniqueness and splendor of the Arctic nature.
Svalbard Circumnavigation 10 days/9 nights
The goal of this Albatros Expeditions voyage is to circumnavigate Svalbard, a bucket list item for many!
EXPLORERS CRUISE: ANTARCTIC PENINSULA AND THE EXTREME WEDDELL SEA
Join us for a once in a lifetime expedition voyage to the Weddell Sea and the seventh continent. Experience the incredible wildlife in icy waters, stunning mountain scenery and gigantic icebergs during 11 action-packed days.
NORTHEAST GREENLAND - into the National Park
Discover one of the world's most beautiful, wild and pristine natural areas in the huge North Greenland National Park. On this unique Albatros expedition cruise, we will venture far from the usual tourist routes and visit places where only true expeditioners and scientists travel. Here we will experience unspoilt Arctic landscapes with good chances of seeing polar bears, whales and musk oxen.
Four Arctic Islands
This epic journey combining the four islands of Svalbard, Jan Mayen, Greenland and Iceland showcases the uniqueness and splendor of the Arctic nature.
Antarctica, South Georgia & Falkland Islands
On this extraordinary 19-day voyage, follow in the wake of courageous explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton to Antarctica and the South Shetlands before heading via Antarctic Sound and Weddell Sea to South Georgia and Falkland Islands. On board Ocean Victory/Albatros.
Svalbard Circumnavigation
The goal of this Albatros Expeditions voyage is to circumnavigate Svalbard, a bucket list item for many!
In the Wake of Eric the Red - From Greenland to Iceland
Join us on an expedition cruise from Kangerlussuaq to Reykjavík, which follows the same maritime course set by Norse settlers over a thousand years ago. In the Disko Bay, we will experience local folk dancing in Qeqertarsuaq and sail to the renowned Eqi Glacier.
Svalbard - Last stop before the North Pole
Enjoy the immense beauty of Svalbard on this Arctic adventure cruise among whales, walruses, polar bears and millions of sea birds. Experience high summer in the Arctic with Ocean Atlantic - one of the few ice-class expedition ships built to withstand the North Pole’s pack ice.
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South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula
This is our classic 10-day voyage to the Great White Continent. Experience the incredible wildlife, stunning mountain scenery and gigantic icebergs in action-packed days.
Greenland Disko Bay
Traveling by sea is a magnificent way to experience Greenland. The places most worth seeing are situated along the dramatic coast line: small and colourful houses situated on the steep mountains sides down to a fjord, giant glaciers producing enormous icebergs, whilst whales and seals play in the sea.
In the wake of Eric the Red
Join us on an expedition cruise from Reykjavík to Kangerlussuaq, which follows the same maritime course set by Norse settlers over a thousand years ago.