A wildlife photo tour to Antarctica is a once-in-a-lifetime experience in one of the most remote and untouched places on Earth. The region is teeming with life. Penguin colonies, featuring species such as Adélie, chinstrap, and gentoo penguins, are found in staggering numbers, often numbering in the tens of thousands. These birds are unafraid of humans, allowing for close-up shots that capture their behavior, from feeding chicks to dramatic courtship displays. Leopard seals can be seen hunting among the ice floes, while elephant and fur seals haul out on rocky beaches. Antarctica’s waters are rich with marine life, particularly during the summer months when humpback, minke, and orca whales migrate south to feed.
The light in Antarctica is a dream for photographers. During the austral summer, the long daylight hours bathe the landscape in a soft, golden glow, enhancing the textures of ice and snow.
Expeditions to Antarctica take place on liveaboard ships, allowing access to remote locations that would be impossible to reach otherwise. Zodiac excursions bring you up close to wildlife, offering unique low-angle perspectives.
Give us a shout! Suzi and her expert team are happy to talk to you.
Suzi Eszterhas is a professional wildlife photographer based in California. With over 20 years of experience leading photo tours, Suzi shares her knowledge and exclusive access to incredible locations
all over the world. She has a loyal following of photographers of all levels who join her in expeditions so booking ahead is essential.Â
She has photographed over 100 magazine covers and features stories, which include TIME, Smithsonian, BBC Wildlife, The New York Times, Audubon, Ranger Rick, and National Geographic Kids. Her ability to tell compelling visual stories has made her a sought-after photographer, with her work also featured on GoodMorningAmerica.com and TodayShow.com. She is also the author of more than 29 books, including her recently released coffee-table book New On Earth: Baby Animals in the Wild. Suzi was awarded as the Outstanding Photographer of the Year by the North American Nature Photography Association and has won numerous awards in many competitions, including the Wildlife Photographer of the Year Competition. Suzi also plays a key role in the photography world as the jury chair for the prestigious Big Picture Natural World Photography Competition, further cementing her reputation as a leader in the field.
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The journey begins with a personal call with Suzi to discuss your interests and dream destination.
From there, she will craft a customized itinerary, curating a one-of-a-kind wildlife adventure
tailored just for you. It’s easy! Simply email us to get started.
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