Quark Expeditions has announced “Snow Hill to the Peninsula: Shackleton’s Emperors,” an 18-day voyage to see the Emperor penguin colony at Snow Hill Island.

The special voyage also features a dedicated photography program led by wildlife photographer Paul Goldstein.

The expedition departs on October 30, 2025, with a charter flight from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia, where guests will board the Ultramarine to explore the Weddell Sea and the eastern Antarctic Peninsula.

The itinerary includes opportunities to observe the Emperor penguin colony, home to over 4,000 breeding pairs, and explore the region that captivated early explorers like Sir Ernest Shackleton.

Guests of all experience levels will have the opportunity to refine their skills through hands-on sessions, guided fieldwork, and onboard workshops. Goldstein will provide instruction across various mediums, helping participants capture Antarctica’s landscapes and wildlife, including the Emperor penguin colony.

“Of all the expeditions I’ve led over the past 23 years, my two Emperor quests with Quark remain the most memorable,” said Goldstein. “After all these years in the industry, I can confidently say the Weddell Sea and Snow Hill Island is the most captivating wilderness I’ve encountered. Witnessing intricately sculpted icebergs adorned with chinstraps and Adélies is close to polar nirvana—but seeing Emperors on pristine ice is another level. With endless daylight in this remote wilderness, I’m thrilled to join the Quark Expeditions team again to ensure every moment counts.”

The voyage aboard the Ultramarine offers access to remote Antarctic landscapes through a combination of ship, helicopter and Zodiac travel. Travelers will explore ice shelves, witness Adélie penguin colonies and search for marine wildlife. Led by Quark’s expert expedition team, including ornithologists, marine biologists and glaciologists, the itinerary is designed for immersive exploration, with maximum wildlife encounters and photographic opportunities.