Aurora Expeditions Blog
How can we help endangered penguins in Antarctica?
As a group, penguins are one of the two most threatened seabird species in the world. According to Birdlife International, …
Are Seals Endangered In Antarctica?
All six seal species’ found living in Antarctica are classified as ‘least concern’ by the International Union for Conservation of …
Antarctica in March: Why I like Antarctic trips in March
March is ‘late-season’ for voyages to Antarctica: night times grow out of the endless summer days; the air freshens; dustings …
Why are there no penguins in the Arctic?
The Arctic is a bird-lover’s paradise. The bird cliffs of Iceland and Norway are some of the busiest, most bustling …
Naturalist vs Naturist – What’s The Difference?
At Aurora Expeditions we’re asked all kinds of questions. Some are scientific, others are more historical or geographical. If someone …
How Much Does A Trip To Antarctica Cost?
International travel trends indicate that travellers want to visit more remote places, seeking a genuine connection with nature and untouched …
10 fun facts about Antarctica
Antarctica is truly unlike anywhere else on earth. Find out why with these 10 fun (and a little surprising) facts …
Are There Polar Bears In Antarctica? No – find out why.
Do polar bears live in Antarctica? Polar bears live in the Arctic, but not Antarctica. Down south in Antarctica you’ll …
How cold is Antarctica?
Antarctica is the coldest place on earth. Colder than the Arctic and the Andes, even colder than the summit of …
Is Antarctica a desert? YES. Find out why
When most people imagine Antarctica they think of a cold continent covered in ice. And they’re right. In fact, 90% …
About Sylvia Earle
Our new ship honours Sylvia Earle’s commitment to the planet Dr. Sylvia Earle is a legendary marine biologist, oceanographer, explorer, …
Our new ship – the Sylvia Earle
Our new ship, the Sylvia Earle Our new ship honours Sylvia Earle, an accomplished marine biologist, oceanographer, conservationist and explorer; …
Cruise Or Hiking Patagonia – Which Is Right For You?
“I climbed a path and from the top looked up-stream towards Chile. I could see the river, glinting and sliding …
Webinar: Explore The Natural Beauty Of Greenland
Watch our webinar on Greenland below where local Greenland specialist, Bettina Ovgaard talks about Greenlandic traditions, culture, everyday life, and …
Do people live in Antarctica?
Antarctica is known for being the highest, driest, coldest and windiest continent on earth. So perhaps it won’t come as …
Hookpod Launches Kickstarter Campaign
The Hookpod is a new fisheries invention that’s small in size, big in innovation and has huge implications for saving …
Arctic Kayaking Trips On Top Of The World
If you’re looking for a different type of travel experience in one of the most remote places on Earth, we …
The Good Gift Guide
Get out of your usual gift giving routine and get a truly unique gift from some of our favourite partners …
The Wonders Of Wild Outdoor Scotland According To Robyn Mundy
When I was first asked to work on Aurora’s ‘Wild Islands of Scotland’ voyages, I confess to being a tad …
King Penguin Fun Facts & Information
On an adventure to Antarctica and the Subantarctic islands with Aurora Expeditions, there is one animal that almost everyone wants …
Discovering Scotland’s Wild Islands
When you first think of Scotland, you’ll likely think of the big cities such as Edinburgh and Glasgow, as well …
Aurora Expeditions Celebrate World Oceans Day!
Have you ever stopped to think about how amazing our oceans are? From generating the majority of the oxygen we …
Top Things To Do In Aberdeen Before Your Arctic Circle Cruise
Perched at the top of Britain, Scotland is characterised by its historic cities, winding roads and rugged terrain. The city …
Spitsbergen Birdlife To Spot On Your Arctic Cruise
The isle of Spitsbergen in the Norwegian archipelago of Svalbard is one of our favourite destinations, with jaw-dropping landscapes and …
Birding In Alaska: A Bird Watcher’s Guide
With the Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADFG) reporting there are 500 different species of bird in the northern …
Who Was Charles Darwin?
Naturalist. Geologist. Biologist. Author. Father. As far as influential people from the 19th century go, Charles Darwin certainly ranks with the likes …
World Wildlife Day – Our Top 5 Polar Animals
Every year on March 3, it’s World Wildlife Day! This is a time when we are all encouraged to celebrate …
Arctic Travel Guide
Recently in the Arctic on board Polar Pioneer, Sandy Greenwood shares with us her impressions of a colourful land. Tall …
