South Georgia is one of the most remote and rugged islands on earth and is situated in the southern Atlantic Ocean in the vicinity of the southern tip South America and the Antarctic Peninsula.
More famously perhaps, it has been called “the most staggering wildlife show on earth”. Our trip is timed to coincide with arrival of spring, and thus a feast of wildlife activity that will leave no doubt in our minds that the afore-mentioned title is well deserved! High mountain peaks and multi-hued glaciers make for spectacular backdrops as we seek out the immense colonies of King Penguin that simply have to be seen to be believed! As if 500,000 King Penguins isn’t enough, enormous Southern Elephant Seal bulls battle each other for the right to the harems of females, and long-winged albatrosses engage in beautiful courtship displays that are both entertaining, and a delight to photograph. Interwoven into this once-in-a-lifetime photographic journey is South Georgia’s rich history, including the story of legendary Antarctic explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton, who lies buried on the island. An entire week of this expedition is dedicated to explore South Georgia (which is more than double the amount of time that a standard voyage to Antarctica would spend here), hence we are assured of optimal time to photograph and enjoy the riches of this remarkable island.
South Georgia Wellness: Sauna & Spa at Sea on Ultramarine
Experience the raw wilderness of South Georgia while enjoying unexpected moments of comfort aboard Quark Expeditions’ Ultramarine, where world-class wellness facilities meet one of the most remote landscapes on Earth.
After days spent exploring vast king penguin colonies, dramatic mountain scenery, and historic whaling stations, return to the ship’s spa and sauna — a warm, restorative space framed by endless Southern Ocean views.
Penguins of the Far South: Three Worlds, One Expedition
Experience it all on Quark Expedition's 20-day Penguins of the Far South: Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica itinerary, a journey through some of the most remote and wildlife-rich regions on Earth.
Begin in the Falklands, wandering sandy dunes, rugged seabird cliffs, and the quiet charm of Stanley in one of the South Atlantic’s most rarely visited archipelagos. Continue to South Georgia, where vast king penguin colonies stretch across the landscape and echoes of legendary polar exploration history remain etched into the island.
On Quark Expeditions's 23-day Epic Antarctica: The Falklands, South Georgia and Crossing the Circle voyage delivers every major Antarctic highlight in one unforgettable journey through the far south.
Begin in the Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas), where albatross, dolphins, five species of penguins, and striking white-sand beaches set the scene for the adventure ahead. Continue to South Georgia, a place of overwhelming abundance, with vast king penguin colonies, millions of seals, and one of the highest concentrations of seabirds on Earth.
From there, explore the dramatic Antarctic Peninsula before continuing south to cross the Antarctic Circle — a true milestone of polar exploration. Every guest also enjoys an included flightseeing experience, revealing the scale and isolation of the continent from above.
For the truly adventurous, a guided cold plunge into the Southern Ocean offers a rare, bracing moment of direct immersion in one of the most remote marine environments on the planet — an experience few will ever attempt, and even fewer will forget.
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