The spectacular and dramatic landscape is the main attraction of the isolated continent of Antarctica, as well as the wildlife including emperor, adelie and gentoo penguin, mink and humpback whale, leopard seal and a variety of seabird species, such as the blue-eyed shag and Antarctic tern. The South Shetland Islands are a string of over 20 islands, running parallel to the northwest peninsula of the Antarctic Peninsula, and are the perfect location to spot the magnificent array of wildlife Antarctica has on offer.
Port Lockroy, has got to be one of the highlights of the Antarctic Peninsula, a British base that also serves as a fascinating museum and from here it is also possible to send postcards home. Deception Island is the largest active volcano in this part of Antarctica, whilst Livingstone Island is a habitat for chinstrap and gentoo penguins and sometimes sea elephants.
The Drake Passage, named after Sir Francis Drake and infamously rough, is ideal for spotting albatross, petrel and other seabirds. On a clear day, heading north towards Cape Horn it is possible to see the southernmost tip of South America.