Viva Expeditions

My husband and I just completed an incredible expedition through the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, the Antarctic Peninsula, and crossing the South Antarctic Circle! A trip organized by Viva Expeditions and led by the Quark Expedition polar team. Every detail was expertly organized and facilitated by the amazing experts on the Quark Ocean Diamond ship. When weather or other conditions caused delays or termination of planned zodiac cruises or landings, the brilliant expedition team members would design an alternative activity. All our experiences and exposures were further enhanced and expanded upon by the excellent lectures and presentations we enjoyed, given by the team members. Every facet of this trip of a lifetime could not have been better. We are grateful for the expertise of all those involved in the planning of our Epic Antarctic Expedition! And there were so many other personnel involved - who ensured that we were well fed in a first-class restaurant that continually surprised everyone with the excellent meals - who tended to our every need in our cabins - who assisted with ensuring all passengers safely negotiated transfers into and out of the zodiacs - who entertained us in the boutique shop and the bar - and who maintained the safety and security of the ship throughout our entire voyage. Truly a trip to remember.
Jan 20th, 2023

I recently travelled to Patagonia with the help of Viva Expeditions. The trip itself was absolutely incredible with the most amazing scenery. Viva made the booking process so easy and the arrangements flowed seamlessly. The team are extremely knowledgeable, passionate, and so friendly to deal with. A fantastic experience and I would 100% recommend to anyone wishing to explore South America. Thank you!
Apr 1st, 2023

Pia at Viva Expeditions was wonderful with helping us book our trip of a lifetime to the Falkland Islands, South Georgia and Antarctica. The trip itself was incredible, everything we hoped it would be but so much more. I really enjoyed the scenery, wildlife and history of the Falklands after not really knowing what to expect and South Georgia was amazing with thousands of penguins and hundreds of seals and whales. A real bonus there was going to Shackleton's grave and having a shot of whisky for "the boss" then exploring the old whaling station and museum there. Antarctica was next level and spending the night on the ice in a tent is something I'll never forget. The Hurtigruten owned MS Fram was perfect, chosen by us for her smaller size meaning we could experience two landings each day (when they were scheduled) without long waits. The crew was fantastic, all experts in their field and we really didn't feel like we were on a "cruise ship", it was a true expedition! Instead of nightly entertainment we enjoyed interesting lectures on various topics and during the day got to take part in some citizen science programs. I would do it all again tomorrow and not change a thing - an absolute life highlight that I wish everyone could experience.
Mar 8th, 2023

Emma was fantastic in handling all aspects of our trip to Antarctica. We will definitely use her services in the future.
Feb 14th, 2023

I recently booked a trip to South America with Viva Expeditions and I couldn't be happier with my experience. From start to finish, Emma from the team at Viva Expeditions was incredibly helpful and knowledgeable. She helped me choose the perfect itinerary for me needs and budget, and provided me with all the information I needed to prepare for my trip. During my trip, everything went smoothly. The accommodations were comfortable and clean, the communication with local agents were seamless, the activities were well-organised and enjoyable. I particularly appreciated the small group size, which allowed for a more personalised experience. In addition, Emma managed book me for a couple of football matches last minutes under my requirements. Overall, I highly recommend Viva Expeditions to anyone looking for a well-planned and enjoyable travel experience. The team's attention to detail and commitment to customer satisfaction truly sets them apart from other travel companies. The communication with Emma is almost 24/7, I have never worried about anything during my trip as I knew I have Emma behind me at any time.
Feb 11th, 2023