antarctica

[gerry s]

I have read several threads here regarding antarctic trips, I am going in december, would have loved to have gone on Michaels but this trip was a prize, so wasnt going to be turned down. One thing I have been wondering about is what clothes everybody took, might seem a strange question but I have never ever been anywhere like this before and just wondered what you all took. I know I will probably need a few jumpers (sweaters)   but just how far down the polar explorer route do we have to go?? Seen some great antarctic shots shots on here btw...

[michael]

You don't mention which expedition company that you're with, but assuming that they provide a parka and boots (which Quark does) then all you need are jeans, waterproof pants (ski pants / shells), gloves, a warm hat, and some sweaters.

The Antarctic penninsula this time of year is heading into winter, so its getting colder, but is likely no colder than the northeast on a winter's day.

Michael

[gerry s]

We will be going with Peregrine on the Mariner, Ive been looking at your trips on LL for a few years now convincing myself I would be going one day when I got the chance through the Wanderlust competition. Just means Ill have to get on one of your other trips one day  

regards.. gerry

[Antarctic Mat]

We will be going with Peregrine on the Mariner, Ive been looking at your trips on LL for a few years now convincing myself I would be going one day when I got the chance through the Wanderlust competition. Just means Ill have to get on one of your other trips one day   

regards.. gerry
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Hello.
I know this is over a month old but if you are still after any information then let me know, I spent over a year at Rothera on the peninsular so can probably help you out with what to expect.
Cheers.
Mat.