Aurora Expeditions Blog
Life In Antarctica: Spotting Penguin Behaviour Through Different Seasons
Entirely flightless and seen mostly in the lower reaches of the Southern Hemisphere, penguins are some of the most easily …
Know Your Nautical Terms On Board With Aurora Expeditions
If you’re planning on setting sail with the incredible team from Aurora Expeditions, you’ll no doubt want to do some …
Why Will You Love Touring South Africa’s Kapama Game Reserve?
If you book a 2016 tour of Africa, you’ll get the chance to see the esteemed Kapama Private Game Reserve, …
Top Natural Attractions & Marvels Of Ecuador
Tucked away on the west coast of South America, the nation of Ecuador has a surprising wealth of natural beauty …
Aurora On The Radio
Our Assistant Expedition Leader, Robyn Mundy, chatted to ABC Radio from our ship, Polar Pioneer, as she crossed the Drake …
Antarctic Explorers Uncovered
There are few places on earth to have eluded man’s exploration for as long as Antarctica. During the Heroic Age …
5 Of The Smallest Animals On The Kimberley Coast
The Kimberley Coast is bright, bold and big. From giant whirlpools and thundering waterfalls to the mazes of coral reefs …
What Do You Need To Pack For A Trip To Antarctica?
When packing for your holiday, do you have trouble deciding between what to take versus leave at home? If so, …
App-Mazing! Your Guide To The Best Travel Apps For Smartphones
When packing for your next adventure, what is at the top of your list? While your passport, itinerary and appropriate …
Amanda’s Antarctic Magic
A midnight cruise down the gullet in search of a penguin rookery in the dying dusk of the day, revealed …
Antarctic Seasons By Month: A Guide To The Wilderness
In Australia, our seasons are pretty well defined. During the summer, the soaring temperatures make for great beach weather, while …
A Marketing Manager In Antarctica
Our Marketing Manager, Becky Wood, travelled to the Antarctic Peninsula on our Springtime voyage this year and had the most …
Message From Aurora Expeditions’ New Managing Director, Robert Halfpenny
Dear Expeditioners, As some of you may already know, earlier this year I commenced as Aurora Expeditions’ Managing Director. For …
The Kimberley Classroom
THERE’s an exam at the end of the trip. This is what we joke to one another on Aurora Expeditions’ …
Learn More About Halley VI Research Station In Antarctica
On the surface, Antarctica might seem like a frozen, desolate place supporting only a handful of animals among the icy …
Antarctica For New Year – 5 Reasons To Celebrate
Ring in the New Year Antarctica-style! If you’re looking for something different, a cruise to Antarctica is an unforgettable experience …
The Marvels You’ll See On Your Stop At South Georgia
To the east of southern Argentina and the Falkland Islands lies a natural paradise, relatively unknown to world tourism. South …
How To Avoid Common Travel Scams In South America
Travelling to South America is an experience in itself, a unique adventure that you won’t find in other continents. However, …
Nature & Wildlife Photography Tips For Snapping Animals In Their Own Habitat
Animal lovers get a kick out of our expeditions to the Antarctic Peninsula and South Georgia because of the many …
What Should You Do Before Embarking On Your Expedition?
Waiting the days and weeks until you embark on your adventure can be pretty hard. All you want to do …
Mawson’s Great-Granddaughter Joins Our Expedition
Aurora is privileged to have Emma McEwin as a special guest lecturer on our Icebergs & Emperors expedition to Commonwealth …
100 Years Since Shackleton’s Trans-Antarctic Expedition
August 2014 marks the centenary of Sir Ernest Shackleton’s 1914–1917 Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition, an historic occasion that is being commemorated …
Interview With Heidi Krajewsky – Expedition Naturalist
Venturing out to sea as a Sea Cadet during her teens, Heidi then left home to work as a deckhand …
Hot And Cold: How Many Active Volcanoes Are There In Antarctica?
Look beyond the ice. Take a deep dive into the geology and geography of Antarctica, and you’ll discover the continent …
