Part of the allure of Antarctica is simply being in such an otherworldly place, surrounded by ice, snow, and emptiness. You’ll journey through ice floes, and observe wildlife including several species of penguin, seals, and (with luck) whales. Depending on your vessel and weather conditions, you might have the opportunity to camp on the ice, sit among a colony of penguins, take on a short trek, visit a scientific research base, or go kayaking.