Hang out with Penguins at Antarctica's Only Hotel : Whichaway Camp
If you ever had a dream of exploring Antarctica but your near and dear ones have always stopped you because of the exploiting climatic condition which can make anyone feel weak in the knees, now you don't have to worry and you can also convince your parents easily. Whichaway Camp is an amazing option for the adventurers who wish to experience the chill of Antarctica. It is located in Queen Maud Land in Antarctica on a 200 foot ice fall on the Shirmacher Oasis. Whichaway Camp offers the tourists a nice escape from the maddening crowd and usual tourist destination offering holidaying in a place which is really beautiful and awe-inspiring. It is also the only luxury camp in Antarctica.
It is run by a team which is lead by founder Patrick Woodhead, he also led the first east to west extensive tour of Antarctica. Whichaway is an enticing place for the adventure loving people who really want to explore the frigid beauty of Antarctica because earlier Antarctica only welcomed scientists and odd explorer. This camp is a bit heavy on the pocket as you have to pay around $70,000 dollars per individual for an eight day stay but it totally worth it when one will witness the surrounding view of the camp.
The camp is enticingly designed by looking every requirement against the chilling outside weather. There are 6 igloo shaped cabins and out of those 6 igloo cabins one is the common dining room where the travelers can interact while having the delectable food. The interior of the dining room has fur lined chairs and a Victorian style table. Further, the lounge area has wood burning stove for the heat which makes the lounge area warm, plush sofas and odd tables. Here you can sit comfortably on the sofas and can enjoy the hot cup of coffee and can watch the beautiful starlit sky.
Moreover, if we talk about other amenities then the showers are all built in one pod to reduce the consumption of water and are also communal. Whichaway camp's each cabin has its separate toilet and the toiletries unit and the composting toilets also don't affect the surrounding area.
Another amazing fact about this place is that a 2.5 hour flight towards west of the camp will lead to a colony of Emperor penguins where you can enjoy the beautiful view filled with cute creatures.
If you want to explore the South Pole then you can opt for a seven hour flight which can make you land there. Landing in the aura filled with pristine beauty and serenity will make you fall in love with this place all over again and that's when you will realize the charm which is nowhere else but in Antarctica.
For Your Knowledge: This luxury camp does not affect the surroundings in any way. Whichaway camp is completely powered by wind and solar energy and this camp can be removed anytime without a trace and without ecological damage. So, if you too have a desire to play with penguins or you want to witness them up and close then do not waste time plan your trip soon with best holiday packages and cheap flight tickets from EaseMyTrip.
