Physical Requirements
At Nat Hab, we provide access to some of the most wondrous nature encounters the world has to offer. Many take place in destinations that are wild and remote, with varying physical demands and limited medical facilities. All trips may not be suitable for every traveler. In order to participate in this itinerary, travelers must comfortably and reliably be able to execute all physical requirements as noted below.
Level of Difficulty
- Moderate to Challenging
Trip Pace
3 locations in 17 days; start and end points in Ushuaia or Punta Arenas, with multiple landings in Antarctica
Travelers must be stable on their feet without assistance; terrain can be rocky, snowy, muddy or icy
Travelers must have strong mobility and balance to get on and off Zodiac boats during wet and dry landings, often over large, slippery rocks or boulders
Travel by van, plane, Zodiac and motorsailer
Not appropriate for travelers using wheelchairs, walkers or canes
Travelers must have good balance and mobility to safely navigate the ship and participate in activities
While in Antarctica, there are no nearby medical facilities, and access to medical care may be significantly delayed in an emergency
Temps vary from below freezing to 50°F
Rain, wind and snow are common
