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With almost two-thirds of the country covered by mountains and a whopping 50,000 islands, including the Svalbard island chain in …

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Discover the magic of Svalbard through the eyes of

Discover the magic of Svalbard through the eyes of Howard Whelan, one of our seasoned Expedition Leaders with 26 years of polar expertise.

🐾 🗺️ Get up close to the North Pole, explore stunning landscapes, immerse yourself in a world of rich history and adventure and if you are lucky, witness polar bears in their natural habitat.

Learn more about Svalbard at the link in our bio.

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Richard I’Anson is a visual storyteller, freelan

Richard I’Anson is a visual storyteller, freelance travel photographer and one of the world’s best landscape photographers. He has over three decades of globetrotting experience capturing nature's rarest and most special moments.

Richard has been crowned Australia’s Top Travel Photographer and earned a host of industry accolades. In addition to being one of our Special Guest Photographers, he is also helping to judge our 2023 Wild Photo Contest.

We sat down with Richard to uncover his journey of turning passion into a profession, his top tips for capturing unforgettable moments, and what he's most excited about this Antarctic season. The link is in our bio.
📸 Richard I'Anson

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“Lectures were both informative and entertaining

“Lectures were both informative and entertaining. The infectious enthusiasm of the expedition team was palpable.” ~ Cathy W

At Aurora Expeditions, our journeys are not just about the places we visit – they're also about the stories we uncover.

Sit back and let our knowledgeable Expedition Team, comprised of experts in glaciology, biology, history and more, bring the landscapes surrounding you to life with enriching and educational presentations.

Whether you're a wildlife enthusiast, history buff, or simply curious about your surrounds, there's always someone on hand to guide you on your journey of discovery 🗺️🔍

📸 David Stock divergenttravelers

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“I’ve made so many lasting friendships on my t

“I’ve made so many lasting friendships on my travels, it really has changed the way I view life and the world in general.”

A seasoned award-winning travel journalist and photographer, Rachelle has traversed the globe from Siberia to Antarctica and loves the magic and freedom of exploring the world on her own terms.

In our new blog, we interviewed Rachelle about her solo travel journey, from her first solo experience in Thailand to encounters with curious king penguins in South Georgia with Aurora Expeditions.

Read about her most memorable experiences as a solo traveller and her advice for those considering taking the plunge into solo adventures - link in bio!

📸 Rachelle Mackintosh faunographic, Louise Druin

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Embrace the spirit of exploration as you attempt t

Embrace the spirit of exploration as you attempt to forge a path through the ice-choked Weddell Sea 🛳️❄️

Follow in the footsteps of early explorers like Shackleton, who faced the Weddell's icy grip when his ship, the Endurance, was famously trapped and lost to it.

Encounter vast expanses of sea ice, pack ice and colossal icebergs, formidable even for icebreakers. Our purpose-built ships and skilled Expedition Teams will guide you through this challenging terrain, rich in history.

Are you ready for an unforgettable adventure? Find out more about this unique Antarctic region in the link in our bio.

📸 Scott Portelli, Michael Baynes

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“The most important tip would be to try to conne

“The most important tip would be to try to connect with the experience before taking your camera out, I know, it can be so overwhelming that we want to photograph it all, but try to take a few seconds or minutes to observe, contemplate and breathe it in”

Pia Harboure is a passionate explorer and experienced portrait and documentary photographer, whose love for storytelling through images has fuelled her global adventures. We are lucky to have her as one of our Photography Guides, and on the judging panel of our Wild Photo Contest.

We sat down with Pia to explore her unique perspective on photography, her tips for capturing the polar regions and what she is most looking forward to this Antarctic season.

📸 Pia Harboure mpih

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