When is the best time to visit Antarctica?

As visitors, we can only go to Antarctica during the summer, which is October to March. The best time in summer depends a bit on what you’re hoping to see.

Different Types of Penguins in Antarctica

There are 7 different types of penguin in Antarctica. Let’s learn about them!

How much freshwater is stored in Antarctic ice?

Thanks Bea (age 8) for this great question! Let’s start with some basic info about the Antarctic ice sheet, and then we’ll go into exactly how much freshwater is stored there. Freezing facts about Antarctic ice The Antarctic ice sheet is the biggest reservoir of freshwater on Earth. It is a huge, thick blanket of

What is the coldest temperature you’ve been outside in?

Thanks P (age 8) for this great question! A lot of people are curious about how cold it gets in Antarctica. I often get messages from people who are planning a trip to Antarctica and are a bit worried about how cold it will be. And I’m happy to tell them: it might not be