Lemaire Channel

Ice-capped cliffs and floating icebergs reflect in a narrow Antarctic passage between Booth Island and the mainland.

Watch from the forward deck as the Una Peaks mark the entrance, then look for reflections between the ice-covered walls. Transit depends entirely on ice and weather and is never guaranteed. Choose an IAATO-member operator; ships carrying more than 500 passengers cannot land visitors. Follow biosecurity rules and leave recreational drones at home.

Best light
Sunset
Best months
Jan, Feb, Mar, Dec
Time needed
4 days or more

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Eat & drink

Sleep

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Lemaire Channel

Ice-capped cliffs and floating icebergs reflect in a narrow Antarctic passage between Booth Island and the mainland.

Watch from the forward deck as the Una Peaks mark the entrance, then look for reflections between the ice-covered walls. Transit depends entirely on ice and weather and is never guaranteed. Choose an IAATO-member operator; ships carrying more than 500 passengers cannot land visitors. Follow biosecurity rules and leave recreational drones at home.

Best light
Sunset
Best months
Jan, Feb, Mar, Dec
Time needed
4 days or more

Get around

Eat & drink

Sleep

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