Liveaboards · Antarctica
Dive Liveaboards Antarctica
A liveaboard in Antarctica is a polar expedition from Ushuaia, with diving fitted around landings and the weather. Trips run for ten to twelve nights in the austral summer, with cold-water diving in a drysuit. You can expect polar landscapes above water and a very different underwater environment below it. There are 3 liveaboards, with trips from £7,196$9,620€8,595.
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Questions about liveaboard Antarctica trips
When do liveaboards sail in Antarctica?
Departures run in the austral summer. Diving is fitted around the landings and the weather, so the daily plan can change.
Which Antarctica liveaboard trip is right for me?
These are polar expedition trips with diving as one activity among landings. You should be comfortable diving in a drysuit, and the boat page sets out any Open Water or Advanced Open Water and minimum dive requirements.
How do I get to the boat for an Antarctica liveaboard?
The boats depart from Ushuaia in Argentina. Check the boat's transfer arrangements carefully when you book.
What is not included on an Antarctica liveaboard?
Marine park fees, nitrox, rental equipment, crew tips and transfers are often extra. Each boat has its own terms, so check the inclusions before you pay.
Antarctica liveaboard FAQ
How much does an Antarctica liveaboard cost?
Prices start from £7,196$9,620€8,595 per person for the most common trip length. Flights and costs on board are excluded.
What is the best time for an Antarctica liveaboard?
Liveaboards sail in the austral summer. This is when the polar expedition trips and their diving departures operate.
What certification do I need to dive in Antarctica?
The boats ask for drysuit experience. Depending on the route, the boat may also require Open Water or Advanced Open Water certification and a minimum of 30 or 50 dives.
Where do Antarctica liveaboards depart from?
They depart from Ushuaia in Argentina. Check the transfer arrangements with the boat before travelling.
How many dives a day can I expect, and do I need dive insurance?
There is no fixed number of dives because diving fits around landings and the weather. Dive insurance is strongly recommended and is often requested at boarding, with cover for diving accidents and the recompression chamber.
How long should I wait before flying home after diving?
There is no diving on the last day. Allow at least 24 hours between your last dive and take-off.
