Antarctica Ready

Still deciding on Antarctica or already booked? Know what a guide would tell you—before you pack, board, or step into a Zodiac. From two polar expedition guides.

Created by two polar expedition guides specifically for expedition cruise guests, Antarctica Ready is a practical guide for travelers preparing for a journey to Antarctica. It helps you understand what to expect before departure, aboard ship, in Zodiacs, and ashore—so you can arrive informed, prepared, and ready to enjoy the experience.

PREPARE FOR DEPARTURE Work through the essentials before you travel:

• Administrative and health preparations
• Packing, clothing, footwear, and carry-on guidance
• Seasickness and what to discuss with your doctor about medication
• Practical fitness preparation for walking, steps, moving surfaces, and Zodiac transfers

ON YOUR EXPEDITION Become familiar with everyday expedition procedures:

• Safety briefings and life aboard
• Mudroom routines and fitting expedition boots
• Connectivity and the rhythm of expedition travel
• Zodiac boarding, landings, and safe movement ashore

PROTECT ANTARCTICA Learn how responsible visitors help protect this extraordinary environment:

• Antarctic biosecurity and gear inspection
• Leave No Trace practices
• Wildlife etiquette and viewing distances
• Landing procedures, visitor limits, and responsible behavior

PRACTICAL, APPROACHABLE GUIDANCE Antarctica Ready includes:

• 52 concise preparation topics
• Clear illustrations and practical explanations
• Key takeaways for each topic
• Progress tracking as you work through the app
• Guidance grounded in real polar expedition experience
• Works fully offline—everything is stored on your device, so it travels with you to the ship and ashore
• Available on iPhone and iPad

Antarctica is remote, unpredictable, and carefully protected. Antarctica Ready helps you prepare calmly and responsibly—while always following the instructions of your operator, expedition team, and medical professionals where appropriate.

Antarctica Ready is an independent app and is not affiliated with any cruise operator, tour company, or association.