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EPISODE · Feb 5, 2026 · 10 MIN

Antarctica Wildlife Encounters | What You’ll Really See on an Expedition Cruise

from The Expedition Cruise Podcast · host Rona Wheeldon

#6 Antarctica wildlife encounters are some of the most magical on Earth. In this episode, host Rona Wheeldon takes you to the Antarctic Peninsula to explore the behaviours, species and moments that make this part of the world so extraordinary.From penguin rookeries bursting with life, to whales feeding in calm bays, to seals hauled out on the ice, you’ll discover what wildlife encounters are really like and how to experience them with care, respect and responsibility.You’ll learn:What makes Antarctica’s wildlife so unique including why animals here aren’t afraid of humansThe penguin species you’re most likely to see and how their behaviour changes month by monthWhich whales species to be on the look-out forHow to identify the six different species of Antarctic sealsWhy distance, patience and quiet observation are essential for ethical wildlife encountersHow expedition teams and IAATO guidelines protect both travellers and wildlifeThis episode gives you an in-depth at what wildlife encounters in Antarctica are really like - magical, humbling and always on the animals’ terms.Whether you’re planning an expedition cruise or simply dreaming of the White Continent, this guide will help you understand what you’ll truly see once you get there.Watch the video version on YouTubeVisit the Expedition Cruise Journal WebsiteFollow Rona on InstagramConnect with Rona on LinkedIn

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