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Kayak Adventures in Antarctica from an Experienced Kayaker’s Perspective
As an adventure travel destination, Antarctica never disappoints – just ask David Noble of Merced, California. A veteran mountaineer, hiker, kayaker and avid fly fisherman, he’s travelled all over the world pursuing his passions. This past December, he traveled to the Antarctic on board the Ocean Endeavour with Quark Expeditions. We chatted with David after his Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent expedition. Here’s a guy who’s had kayaking adventures all over, who helped build the University of California Merced’s ‘Outdoor Experience’ program during his time with the organization. I was super interested to hear what he thought of Quark’s kayaking program, and what tips he had for other passengers. Adventure Activities in Antarctica In the two-and-a-half years he researched his trip, David looked for ways to make his expedition exciting and memorable. Initially, he had signed up for camping, mountaineering, and cross country skiing. As his departure date approached, though, he realized that what he really wanted was to experience and see Antarctica from a different perspective, he said. David hadn’t originally thought of Antarctica as a kayak vacation destination, but realized that the unconventional vantage point – from the surface of the water – gave him a whole new way to explore. “I contacted a Polar Travel Adviser to find out whether kayaking was still available, and lucked out as there was a spot open,” he said. (Kayaking often sells out in advance, so book ahead to avoid disappointment!) David has had epic kayaking adventures near home in California and around the world, […]
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