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The world’s southernmost continent is also the coldest, driest and windiest. Its population is made up entirely of manned research stations from multiple governments, and varies between 1000 residents in winter and 5000 in summer. If you’re looking to check every continent off your list, it doesn’t get any more brazen than this.
There is definitely no gay scene in Antarctica, but we hear the penguins are all over the Kinsey Scale.
Gay Activity:ย N/A
Lesbian Activity:ย N/A
Gay Marriage:ย N/A
Right to Change Gender:ย N/A
Same-Sex Adoption:ย N/A
LGBT Discrimination:ย N/A
Equal Age of Consent:ย N/A
As mentioned there is no such thing as a gay scene in Antarctica. In fact, with just about 1000 actual residents (mostly scientists), there isn’t really any sort of scene! But fear not, if you’re joining our Antarctica: Gay Expedition we’ll make our own scene.
Best Time to Visit:ย We visit in December, which is the southern hemisphere’s summer. As Ushuaia’s warmest month, it will average 9.6 ยฐC/49.3 ยฐF. Once near the Antarctic Peninsula, average temperatures are barely above freezing. Being the continent’s northernmost point, the peninsula has the most moderate climate and increased participation, but also the fiercest winds, with gusts up to 200 mph.
Electricity:ย N/A
Time Zone:ย Antarctica sits on all time zones, but we’ll be in the Northern Peninsula (GMT-03:00).
Covid-19 Vaccination Requirements: Weโre dedicated to ensuring our tours are safe for everyone, but it is our belief that each traveler has a responsibility to protect themselves and their fellow travellers from COVID-19. As of May 1, 2023, Out Adventures no longer requires guests to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination on most of our tours. If vaccination is a requirement for entry, or on select cruises, this will be communicated at the time a trip is confirmed to depart. Before booking, we recommend that you read our COVID-19 Information Page and our COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions to understand what weโre doing to minimize risk, and what will happen if you contract COVID-19 before or during an Out Adventures tour.
Vaccinations:ย For Argentina, our departure point, the WHO suggests typhoid, cholera, yellow fever, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, rabies, measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), and influenza vaccines. No vaccines are required for Antarctica. Consult with your doctor or a travel medical clinic for more info.
Visas:ย For Argentina, the most common departure point, Americans, Canadians, Australians, and EU citizens do not need a visa. As no country owns Antarctica, no visa is required.
There is definitely no gay scene in Antarctica, but we hear the penguins are all over the Kinsey Scale.
Gay Activity:ย N/A
Lesbian Activity:ย N/A
Gay Marriage:ย N/A
Right to Change Gender:ย N/A
Same-Sex Adoption:ย N/A
LGBT Discrimination:ย N/A
Equal Age of Consent:ย N/A
As mentioned there is no such thing as a gay scene in Antarctica. In fact, with just about 1000 actual residents (mostly scientists), there isn’t really any sort of scene! But fear not, if you’re joining our Antarctica: Gay Expedition we’ll make our own scene.
Best Time to Visit:ย We visit in December, which is the southern hemisphere’s summer. As Ushuaia’s warmest month, it will average 9.6 ยฐC/49.3 ยฐF. Once near the Antarctic Peninsula, average temperatures are barely above freezing. Being the continent’s northernmost point, the peninsula has the most moderate climate and increased participation, but also the fiercest winds, with gusts up to 200 mph.
Electricity:ย N/A
Time Zone:ย Antarctica sits on all time zones, but we’ll be in the Northern Peninsula (GMT-03:00).
Covid-19 Vaccination Requirements: Weโre dedicated to ensuring our tours are safe for everyone, but it is our belief that each traveler has a responsibility to protect themselves and their fellow travellers from COVID-19. As of May 1, 2023, Out Adventures no longer requires guests to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination on most of our tours. If vaccination is a requirement for entry, or on select cruises, this will be communicated at the time a trip is confirmed to depart. Before booking, we recommend that you read our COVID-19 Information Page and our COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions to understand what weโre doing to minimize risk, and what will happen if you contract COVID-19 before or during an Out Adventures tour.
Vaccinations:ย For Argentina, our departure point, the WHO suggests typhoid, cholera, yellow fever, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, rabies, measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), and influenza vaccines. No vaccines are required for Antarctica. Consult with your doctor or a travel medical clinic for more info.
Visas:ย For Argentina, the most common departure point, Americans, Canadians, Australians, and EU citizens do not need a visa. As no country owns Antarctica, no visa is required.
If stepping foot on the Seventh continent isn’t enough adventure for you, we have a number of chilling and thrilling optional excursions you can add to our Antarctica Gay Expedition. Early pre-booking is recommended for all optional activities, as spaces fill quickly. The timing of activities can change and sometimes overlap, so please book no […]
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Read MoreAwesome and once in a lifetime experience.ย Great team and good boat.ย Very happy I did it.
What better way to go to the bottom of the world than with a great bunch of guys who at least have one thing in common! I loved touching down in Ushuaia and then sailing off to the unknown. Completely perfect itinerary.
This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to visit the 7th continent. Our hosts were extremely attentive and the cruise ship was operated by a reliable, reputable company.