I haven’t been to Antarctica in almost 20 years. I was there for several seasons in the early 2000’s and they used to have American night at the Kiwi base (Thursday nights I believe?) Is that still going on? Had some fun nights over there getting on the piss! Haha

Hi Reddit! First post here, thought you might like these photos I took during my winter.

Anybody in Antarctica right now? I have an idea for a birthday gift for a girl I like and I need someone in Antarctica to write a small note if possible. For reference see photos, need something similar. Please help. 😃

I am planning a trip to Antartica with friends. Since my wife is not interested in doing this type of trip I will be booking as a solo traveler, and not interested in booking a shared room. I've started researching and the solo supplement seems to fall around 1.7 - 2 x the cost. Cha Ching. Of course if my wife were coming along, we would be paying relatively the same price, but its hard to swallow paying around the same price for a single. But I get it, the cruise industry is geared for couples/families. We are not needing a super luxury experience, but also not interested in a retrofitted research vessel. Something that provides comfortable modern accommodations, good meals/dining, knowledgable staff for lectures or that have deep knowledge of the area, wildlife etc. Smaller ships, less than 200 pp so we can experience the most opportunities for time on land. Preferable ships that have the modern stabilization features... not asking too much :)

I'm looking for those who have traveled as a solo on an Antartica trip - what were your experiences in finding the trip you booked. Did you use a travel agent (which one if you did) or book directly. Did you find any cruise line that offered more flexibility for solo travelers? Any other tips or advice is welcome even if you didn't go as a solo. This is a once in a lifetime trip for me so your experience is valuable.

Hi, I am thinking of going to Antarctica in November, I am on a budget so I need your help 🙏

If you traveled there, can you help me by: 1- Posting the company you used and how much it was and type of cabin (website too would be appreciated) 2- Path your trip took 3- The activities you did (making which ones you enjoyed and which ones you didn't) 4- Any advice you have since you've been?

hi guys! i am going to start applying to jobs down at mcmurdo after i get my drivers license at the end of the month. is it reasonable to be applying for the next winter season?

and how can i better structure my resume when im not a specialist and dont have any ice time? i do have experience working at a store in Alaska, if that's transferrable, so should i note that?

tbh this is all new to me because i hadnt even considered this possibility before. if i had thought about it i wouldve gotten my license wayy before 27 and majored in something useful lol

any help/advise is greatly appreciated!!

I have an iPhone 14 Pro max with 300GB available space. I was planning to travel with this and my iPad.

I like to take photos of nature but like to take a good amount of selfies and would like to take videos of me on landings and stuff. I’ve only ever used a basic selfie stick. I recently saw a DJI Osmo but don’t know much about them.

Should I be considering a GoPro or some other technology? I’m on a 17 day HX end of October. It’s a big trip and I want to make a video/photo blog and get good footage.

I’ve read about taking thumb drives to exchange pics with others but was also considering handing out keychains I am making (this is lieu of ducks I usually hide on mainstream) and tagging them with a QR code or Facebook group for the specific voyage to share photos. I was going to carry them around and hand them out as I meet people.

Any thoughts or feedback appreciated!

Crossposting in r/antarctica and r/Antarcticatravel for exposure.

Hi all people who have been successful in getting positions in the past for either Aus or NZ programs!

My feedback was that I didn’t have remote working experience… everything else was fairly okay it seems Has anyone been knocked back for this reason, and if so what are some of the creative ways you fixed this problem? I have looked at a few things but I figure someone must have some ideas they are tried and tested? Cheers! :)

Im 19 enrolled in a heavy duty apprenticeship program right now and it has always kind of been a dream of mine lol. Because im canadian im not sure if most of the job opportunities go through the us or if its more of a global recruitment thing. Im fully prepared to have to work for a few years with my red seal because im sure they look for reliably and experience more than just education but I kind of just want to know if this is an attainable goal and what I can kind of expect.

I was never told about needing new health appointments but got an email from Occumed supposedly working with Amentum. Anyone know what this is for? They need to schedule me for an appointment and I'm going to be traveling for a bit before we head out there. Since it's the weekend, both the number they provided and my point of contact haven't answered and I'm about to be out of service for a few days

What vehicles/equipment does cargo get to operate?

Deploying to McMurdo in a little over a month. What kind of luggage do you personally bring? I’ve heard everything from duffel bags to regular luggage.

Thoughts?

It's been a long wanted dream of mine to work in antarctica running equipment, (possibly SPOT) currently getting into a union for heavy equipment

Now that it's becoming an actual possibility and not just a dream I'm trying to learn all that I can, sorry if this isnt the stuff you're supposed to ask here, thanks

Also if possible, what would a ballpark number be for salary as an equipment operator for mcmurdo? I know it won't be near what I can get stateside, would just be nice info :)

I just heard back from a recruiter for the Supply supervisor role, anybody with Feedback? comments, anything about it would be great

What’s the situation on the ice now? What’s the chance of getting a plane down in the next couple of days? We’ve got a bunch of eager newbie’s in CHC wanting to get down and I’m sure a bunch of you are waiting to get home too.

Hi everyone!

My wife and me are looking for offers to go to the Antarctica with the following features:

• ⁠around January, February 2026 • ⁠A ship that wouldn’t host more than 180 customers, preferably less (to ensure frequent landings) • ⁠Includes South Georgia and the Antarctic peninsula • ⁠includes the option to do kayakig and hiking (not a must but very nice to have) and walking into ice caves/ice climbing (nice to have) • ⁠trip has educative character/frequent lectures on wildlife, environment, etc. • ⁠a tour provider that is respectful towards the Antarctic environment

We’ve looked at the company oceanwide which were the closest to what we were looking for. They offer a so-called base camp trip (with loads of activities whcih we like) but then they don’t go to South Georgia. And then they offer trip whcih include South Georgia but then you can’t do kayaking.

My wife and me woukd be super thankful for any advice!!

Hi everyone! I applied a couple of weeks ago for a few positions including the Beverage Supervisor position at McMurdo for summer 2025/2026. I haven’t heard anything back yet and I’m not sure if it’s because of the holiday or not. I don’t want to pester them but I’d love just an opportunity to be considered.

I’ve been applying for whatever I can on and off since 2017 but I’ve unfortunately never been one of the lucky ones to make it to the ice.

I’ve ran bars for the past 10 years and I was also Air Force for 9 years with one of those years bringing me to a very isolated base in Northern Greenland. I love the bar world and have an understanding of the ice from the other pole— does any one have any advice here?

Thank you!

I should be deploying for the 25-26 summer season to McMurdo Station. I just bought the base layers I needed for deployment. I went with all merino wool clothing.

I understand I'll be bunking with folks (im a dispatcher for the fire department, not sure if that makes a difference), but im wondering about laundry. I like to air dry my clothing to prevent shrinking, is this practical down there or do I need to upsize my base layers?

If there is absolutely anything else folks care to share for a first timer, I'm all ears. It's a big bucket list item of mine so I am super stoked.