Antarctica...Yikes
Hi Bear Islander--
Since you are in Argentina at present, I thought I might send along some food for thought--I went to Antarctica in 2010 on a decommissioned Russian ice breaker--We had 55 mph winds and 45 foot swells, and on the previous voyage, someone fell and broke their arm just walking around the ship. That said, if at all possible, I would encourage you to go to Ushuaia (southern tip of Argentina), and see if there are any vacancies on larger boats, rather than attempt it in a sailing vessel. There are typically vacancies this time of year, since folks often miss flights due to weather, so it's entirely possible to get a cabin on a larger ship for a fraction of the cost.
While it is technically "summer" in Antarctica, it is still a very dangerous time--I am attaching a photo demonstrating what "summer" looks like. This photo was taken in February 2010.
Wishing you all the best for your adventure, and please stay safe.
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