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Antarctica Part 4: Ice Kayaking and Deception Island | Seabourn Pursuit | Kinny & JJ

Kinny & JJ
Kinny & JJ
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👁️ 3K views📅 2 years ago⏱️ 10:34
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❤️ Best for CoupleOther · Summer

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Creator's Key Takeaways

borgan Bay was one of my favorite stops because of all the wildlife that we saw

it's truly unbelievable how clear the water is and how far down you can actually see the icebergs

the lam mer channel is one of the most popular Scenic cruising areas in Antarctica

I finally found s which was nice because it got my mind off of what was next to come

Creator's Tips & Advice

Wear appropriate cold-weather gear including eye protection, hat, hood, neck gator, and gloves
Use a camera with zoom capability to photograph wildlife from a distance
Be agile and prepared for kayaking excursions, as there are height and weight limits

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

difficulty capturing photos of wildlifeUse a camera with zoom and be patient, as whales and seals appear briefly

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the weather like in Antarctica during summertime?
QHow can you prepare for a kayaking excursion in Paradise Bay?
QWhat is unique about Deception Island and what activities are available?

Topics Covered

Excursions4 Happy BaconPort Destination4½ Happy BaconItinerary Route4 Happy BaconDisembarkation3 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Borgan Bay4½ Happy Bacon
Top: Wildlife watching and disembarkation
Deception Island3½ Happy Bacon
Top: Polar Plunge
Hidden Bay4 Happy Bacon
Top: Zodiac tour and seal watching
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YouTube Video Description

Welcome to Part Four of our Antarctica journey! ❄️ In this episode, we explore some of the most breathtaking locations on the Antarctic Peninsula, from towering icebergs and wildlife-filled bays to kayaking among ice and even taking the legendary Polar Plunge. Nine days into our expedition, we cruise through stunning waterways like the Lemaire Channel, kayak in the icy calm of Paradise Bay, spot seals, penguins, and humpback whales, and experience the surreal landscape of Deception Island, an active volcanic caldera you can actually sail into. 🌊 In this video, you’ll experience: Scenic cruising through iceberg-filled channels Wildlife encounters with seals, penguins, and whales Kayaking in Paradise Bay surrounded by ice A Christmas Eve sunset at 1:00 a.m. Sailing into the caldera of Deception Island Our unforgettable (and freezing!) Polar Plunge - Check out the whole polar plunge video here https://youtu.be/ClRxn6CKVew?si=912Hv1KaxdQTFpPo Final landings before beginning the journey back to Ushuaia We also talk about Antarctic weather, what to wear for disembarkation days, and what it’s really like trying to photograph wildlife in one of the most remote places on Earth. If you’re new here, be sure to check out Parts 1–3 of our Antarctica series linked above to follow the journey from the very beginning. Part 1: Getting There https://youtu.be/3C48uoMNPBs?si=SpxJ1SmLMvsbQmj_ Part 2: Crossing the Drake Passage & Days at Sea https://youtu.be/NTlLRccsV-A?si=bgiHxCGq6ytOWhz0 Part 3: Exploring Antarctica Above and Below the Surface https://youtu.be/0Dj3-AJNhvk?si=ies5YLNuaMdZS1T2 Also you can check-out our full suite tour, the Seabourn Pursuit Signature Suite (and find out if it's worth the price) https://youtu.be/3tF8hR2SQ_U?si=Ve7lXW47QqfT6t1K Thanks for traveling with us — we can’t wait to make more memories together!