#Antarctic Wildlife

From the icy landscapes of Antarctica to the tropical waters of Costa Rica, whales can often be easier to find than you think… here are the top destinations to spot whales and the best times to see them.

King of the Ice – the Svalbard Polar Bear The Arctic Circle is the only place in the world where you can see this magnificent creature in its natural habitat.

Changing climate in Antarctica With the beginning of the industrial revolution in the early 18th century humans began pouring CO2 into the atmosphere – first from burning coal, and later from oil and gas. Since then this period of anthropogenic climate change has led to a global warming of about 1˚C.

Tierra del Fuego National Park is the world’s southernmost national park. It’s located on the island of Tierra del Fuego, which is part of a larger archipelago known by the same name.

South Georgia Island is among the earth’s most remote territories. Things to do here include following the trails of famous explorers, paying respects at their grave sites, and releasing your inner adventurer in one of the planet’s most distinctive places.

Known in Spanish as the Península Valdés, this Patagonian nature reserve is the temporary home to migrating colonies of whales, penguins, and dolphins throughout the year. Meanwhile, on land, elephant seals, sea lions, and other native Patagonia species can be found all year round. In addition, an estimated 181 bird species can also be spotted in and around the peninsula.