Ushuaia, Argentina or Punta Arenas, Chile. Some cruise ships are also known to depart from New Zealand and South Africa.

Tourists can hike through the beautiful wilderness sites, kayak through fjords and glaciers, visit local wildlife, scuba dive and mountaineer.

Unfortunately, polar bears are native to the North Pole, and you will not find them in the ‘South Pole’.

Antarctica is cold, but the weather can change so you’ll need to dress appropriately. This includes warm clothing such as hats, scarves, wind and rainproof jackets and, of course, polarised glasses.

Prices can range between £3,000 - £4,000 for entry-level luxury cruises to Antarctica.