Great way to experience Antarctica
by John Cate
Departure in November 2022
Region: Antarctica
Destinations: Antarctic Peninsula
Ship: m/v Hondius
Highlights: Photo Workshop, Mountaineering, Basecamp
We were on a Basecamp trip, which was ideal for providing a wide range of activities. Unfortunately, some of our activities were foiled by bad weather...high winds, poor visibility and heavy snow. However, the team were great in working around these conditions. The expedition guides and mountaineering guides were all terrific, very professional and knowledgeable. The ship...Hondius...was excellent, just the right size at about 150 passengers, and our cabin very comfortable. Also very seaworthy crossing the rough Drake Passage. On-board communications were terrific, the the staff informing us of the day's activities, conditions and more. This was my second trip to Antarctica, and I would go again. There are new companies coming into the Polar tourism game, but stick with the veterans like Oceanside, and pick a smaller ship.
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