33º 58’ 00” S 18º 36’ 00” E
Cape Town, South Africa
Cape Town is home to award-winning vineyards and stunning ocean vistas. It is often tipped as one of the most beautiful cities in the world.
We will host a safety briefing the day before the flight where our staff will explain all kit requirements, assist with any last minute preparations and update you on the latest weather forecasts in Antarctica.
Flight
South Africa to Antarctica
On the flight from Cape Town International, you will pass into the Antarctic Circle and 24 hours of continuous sunshine.
Co-ordinates: 71º31’s 08º48’e
Elevation: 1127m amsl
Length: 3,000m
Width: 60m
Orientation: 175 true
71° 31′ S, 08° 48′ E
Wolf's Fang Runway
The Wolf’s Fang runway is sited on glacial blue ice which, when properly treated, is entirely suitable for business jets.
The 3,000m x 60m runway is maintained and operated by an experienced ground crew that attends to the monitoring of weather, ground-to-air communication, and runway grooming.
Weather forecasting and observation services are tailored to support planned flying operations and a daily briefing service is available for pilots departing Cape Town.
For the first time ever, you can now safely bring your personal aircraft to the last continent on earth.
“White Desert – the only company in the world to offer a Gulfstream private jet to access Antarctica”
70º 48’ 00” S 11º 23’ 00” E
Whichaway Camp
Whichaway Camp is unique, and the perfect place from which to base your adventure. We can tailor the entire experience according to your needs, from the food and wine to the day-to-day itinerary.
OUR OTHER ADVENTURES
We offer core adventures for the pioneering traveler.
-
SOUTH POLE & EMPERORS
From $83,000
This luxury adventure takes you into the heart of Antarctica to see the Emperor Penguins. Then its to the lowest point on earth - the South Pole!
-
THE GREATEST DAY
$14,500
This is your chance to experience the real interior of Antarctica in a single day.
-
Early Emperors
From $52,000
A wildlife photographer’s dream. This trip offers unique access to a magnificent penguin colony when the chicks are taking their first steps off their parent’s feet.
Stay in touch
Enter your email here to sign up for our newsletter