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2 | Antarctica Destination Guide As a Viking explorer, you've probably visited countless countries, engaged with dozens of fascinating cultures, and taken home more treasured memories than you ever thought possible. But exploring Antarctica is a journey you will never forget. When you voyage through the Drake Passage and set eyes on this distant land for the first time, you'll witness the same ethereal sights and get a sense of what the early explorers felt when seeing Antarctica for the first time. Few places on Earth are this vast and otherworldly, with raw, sculpted landscapes awash in blue and white. This is nature at its most flawless — an experience sure to transform you. It is almost impossible not to be completely in the moment in this unspoilt land. Here is a land of paradoxes: the world's biggest desert that is also the world's largest ice sheet, nearly two miles thick. Virtually unexplored just 150 years ago, this continent belongs to no nation, and is protected by an international treaty for peaceful scientific pursuit. As you journey around the "White Continent", you'll find close bonds are easily forged with your fellow travellers as you share this once-in-a-lifetime experience that is almost indescribable. Discover the final frontier Welcome to ANTARCTICA Get up close to wildlife that has no reason to fear humans. Smell the crispness of the pure, pristine air. Feel the invigorating chill of sub-zero temperatures on your skin. Hear the distant sound of sea birds circling and calling in the sky. The unfathomable expansiveness and magnificence of the natural surroundings lends itself to vivid moments of reflection and clarity – so don't be surprised if you often feel deeply moved by what you see. Every day brings with it new memories for you to take home and treasure, as you engage with the environment and fulfil your curiosity about this distant land. If you've visited six continents already, you can finally set foot on the seventh continent and return home knowing you've walked in the icy footsteps of the great explorers. Within these pages you'll find insight into what a Viking expedition is like, as well as a host of helpful tips for your journey. We hope you enjoy this guide. VIKING POLARIS