Explore theAntarctic with Blue Planet’s Doug Allan

WHO doesn’t want to visit Antarctica once in their lifetime? Astonishingly beautiful, thrillingly remote yet teeming with wildlife, it remains a bucket-list destination like no other.

And there is nobody else on Earth who has as many tales about the white continent as Doug Allan, the award-winning Blue Planet cameraman who has filmed some of the most extraordinary wildlife sequences ever shot.

He will be ready with his tales – as well as giving some advice for your photography – throughout our exclusive 17-day voyage.

REASONS TO BOOK 1 Meet Doug Allan

You will be joined on this incredible voyage by the award-winning wildlife photographer and cameraman, whose multiple Bafta-winning credits include Blue Planet, Planet Earth, Life and Frozen Planet. As his long-time collaborator Sir David Attenborough says: ‘Wildlife cameramen don’t come much more special than Doug.’

Dunfermline-born Doug will give exclusive talks and a photography masterclass as he joins you for the duration of this great adventure.

2 The awesome beauty of Antarctica

On this once-in-a-lifetime adventure you will witness the astonishing beauty of Antarctica. Join Hurtigruten’s expert expedition team to explore the shores, including landings to get a close look at penguins and seals. You will also have the option to enjoy kayaking excursions, expert talks and more to ensure you get the most out of this unforgettable trip.

3 Expedition ship

Sail aboard the comfortable and modern MS Midnatsol, which is equipped with advanced technology that makes it exceptionally well-suited for expedition voyages to Antarctica. The excellent facilities include two restaurants, a bar, cafe, shop, library, Jacuzzi, fitness room and sauna, on-board wi-fi, a theatre for talks and events, and a two-storey panorama lounge above the bow where you can bathe in the natural light and admire those incredible views.

4 The Falkland Islands

Enjoy an overnight stay in Buenos Aires, and a two-day visit to the remote Falkland Islands, the UK overseas territory with an abundance of wildlife. Your journey ends with a two-day ocean cruise to stylish Montevideo, the capital of Uruguay.

5 Signed copy of Doug’s book

For every booking on our exclusive Antarctica trip, readers will receive a free, signed copy of Freeze Frame, Doug’s book of brilliant photographs and stories about his many adventures.

6 The best time to go

From mid-February to March is the perfect time of year to visit Antarctica, especially to see the wildlife: the penguin chicks are starting to fledge and it’s also the best time for whale-watching.

WILDLIFE CAMERAMEN DON’T COME MUCH MORE SPECIAL THAN DOUG SIR DAVID ATTENBOROUGH