Where even the Emperor Penguins look impressed
Scenic Eclipse cruising to Antarctica
Antarctica, champagne, and a submarine called Neptune – Scenic’s fifth polar season sets sail
If you thought Antarctica was just ice, penguins, and that one David Attenborough documentary you cried during, Scenic Discovery Yachts are here to politely correct you. They’ve kicked off their fifth season on the White Continent.
The Scenic Neptune submarine
This year brings a few shiny new toys. There’s a brand-new Scenic Neptune submersible – yes, a private submarine, because apparently the ocean wasn’t exclusive enough. Guests can now dive beneath the Antarctic surface and stare at glowing ice caves. And for those who prefer their adventures with a bit of altitude, there are private jet transfers from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia. (Because let’s face it, once you’ve booked a polar cruise, you’re not lining up for gate calls with the rest of us.)
Each Scenic Discovery Yacht is purpose-built for only 200 guests. They come armed with two helicopters, a fleet of Zodiacs, kayaks, and enough on-board luxury to make an emperor penguin reconsider its life choices. Guests can explore iceberg-laden bays, meet curious whales, and then pop back to the spa for a facial and flute of champagne, because self-care doesn’t stop at the Antarctic Circle.
Helicopter in to the Emperor Penguin Colony
For the very brave or very fabulous, selected Scenic Eclipse departures include a helicopter trip to the Emperor penguin colony at Snow Hill Island. Imagine 10,000 penguins all looking at you like you’re overdressed for the occasion which, frankly, you are.
Meanwhile, Scenic Eclipse II is venturing to East Antarctica and the Ross Sea, where guests can gaze at the historic huts of explorers who had none of these amenities and probably died regretting it. Helicopter landings on the McMurdo Dry Valleys and the Ross Ice Shelf are also on the menu, because apparently Antarctica wasn’t dramatic enough.
Scenic now offers private flights
And for the jet-set inclined, Scenic now offers private flights for upcoming seasons: plush seats, priority transfers, and a flight so seamless you’ll barely have time to finish your Instagram caption.
“Scenic Discovery Yachts offer something no other operator can,” said Director of Discovery Operations Jason Flesher. “You can soar above Antarctica in a helicopter, dive beneath it in a submersible, kayak through it, then return to your suite and order caviar on toast, all before lunch.”
General Manager Anthony Laver added, “Five years on, we’ve truly set the benchmark for ultra-luxury exploration.”
Commune with the penguins or plunge beneath the ice in your submarine with Scenic
So, whether you want to commune with penguins, plunge beneath the ice, or just sip champagne somewhere impressively cold, Scenic Eclipse is the place to do it. Antarctica has never looked this warm.
Book at scenic.com.au or call 138 128, and start practising your “just another day at the South Pole” face now.
