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Known as the “last continent” or the “white continent”
\nIt is the coldest, driest and windiest continent.
\nA land of wonders!<\/p>\n

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Be amazed in this vast land, at the end of the planet<\/h3>\n
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There is still a place on Planet Earth that remains untouched, a continent of shocking beauty where Nature sets the rules: Antarctica.
\nIts name means opposite to the Arctic. Often described as a continent of superlatives, Antarctica is the world\u2019s southernmost continent. It is also the world\u2019s highest, driest, windiest, coldest, and iciest continent. Antarctica is about 5.5 million square miles (14.2 million square km) in size, and thick ice covers about 98 percent of the land.It would be essentially circular except for the Antarctic Peninsula, which reaches toward the southern tip of South America. To travel there is to encounter our planet in its purest, naked form.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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When you start planning a trip to these latitudes, you understand the magnitude of this region.<\/h3>\n
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90% of the boats leave the city of Ushuaia, after sailing in the famous Beagle Channel, you have to cross one of the bravest seas in the world, the Drake Passage, to reach the different attractions.<\/p>\n

The Antarctic peninsula is the warmest area and for this reason it concentrates the greatest diversity of species; In addition, due to the geographical characteristics it presents, it is the most accessible area for boats that visit the different sites of the Peninsula.<\/p>\n

Once in the region and according to the climatic conditions, landings are made, generally in rubber boats and with a time spent on land of a few hours.
\nSome cruises offer unconventional activities like kayaking, diving, camping, and trekking.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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The best season to travel is during the summer in the southern hemisphere, which runs from mid – October
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During the travel season, some of the things that are likely to happen are:
\nBetween October and November, the ice banks begin to break and it is mating season for penguins and other birds.
\nIn December and January, penguin eggs hatch and parents feed and nurture their young in the nursery areas.
\nDuring February and March, penguin hatchlings begin to develop their feathers, adults change plumage, and whales are easy to spot<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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High season
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Approximately 20 hrs
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Mid season
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Low Season
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The darkness reigns 24 hours.
\nWinter brings southern auroras
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Documentation<\/h4>\n

A valid Passport.
\nVisitors do not need a visa.
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Currency<\/h4>\n

Peso Argentino or Peso Chileno.
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Packing<\/h4>\n

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Clothing<\/h4>\n

The average temperature during the austral summer is about 0\u00b0C (32\u00b0F)
\nFor this reason, it is best to wear several layers of light, warm clothing.
\nThermal underwear, a couple of warm and wicking mid layers, and windproof and waterproof jacket and pants as the outer layer.
\nHat, a scarf, waterproof and insulated gloves.The best footwear is knee-high waterproof boots. UV filtering sunglasses,\u00a0Sunscreen (factor 35 or higher).
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Seasickness<\/h4>\n

Due to the movement of the sea.
\nEat light.
\nFresh air and looking at the horizon usually helps.
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Electricity<\/h4>\n

Chile: 220 V \u2013 50 Hz.
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\nArgentina: 220 V \u2013 50 Hz.
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