EPIC! First Class flight to Antarctica in a private Airbus A340 jet (landing on ice)

Join me on this spectacular flight in First Class onboard a private Airbus A340 jet from Cape Town to Antarctica. The flight is operated by Hi Fyi and chartered by White Desert, the only company to offer trips to Antarctica's interior.
Keep watching till the end for the spectacular landing of the plane on a blue-ice runway and for a preview of Antarctica's most luxurious lodge (insane!).
Read my review of this flight on my travel blog: theluxurytravelexpert.com/202...
Video chapters:
0:00 Safety briefing
7:05 Airport lounge
8:15 Airbus A340
8:54 boarding
9:31 First Class cabin
11:38 Takeoff
14:15 First Class seat
18:10 Dinner
20:41 Walk through the plane
23:22 Landing in Antarctica
30:26 First steps on Antarctica
31:48 Camp preview
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Пікірлер: 597

  • @kurmit-ih1yn
    @kurmit-ih1yn Жыл бұрын

    Now that is breathtaking! Let's hope humans continue to treat Antartica as a truly special place on earth and keep it as pristine as possible!

  • @annesilvah7982

    @annesilvah7982

    Жыл бұрын

    it will continue like this! because there is nothing there

  • @cordial

    @cordial

    Жыл бұрын

    @@annesilvah7982 yet

  • @theodorehaskins3756

    @theodorehaskins3756

    Жыл бұрын

    So Antartica is the type of place you only go once, and you only go that one time if you’re paid, curious or stupid.

  • @LeWi100

    @LeWi100

    Жыл бұрын

    The problem is, that the climate change will eventually melt the ice

  • @alexandermenck6609

    @alexandermenck6609

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes - keep it pristine by landing an airliner there…

  • @steve-marsh
    @steve-marsh Жыл бұрын

    This is just fantastic, what a dream trip! Thanks so much for sharing it with us all!

  • @steve-marsh
    @steve-marsh Жыл бұрын

    The empty economy cabin was kinda freaky - like a ghost plane!

  • @alexanderkorn2009

    @alexanderkorn2009

    Жыл бұрын

    Longoliers

  • @omardeveraux1418

    @omardeveraux1418

    Жыл бұрын

    Seeing that was a bit of an awkward feeling.

  • @PokhrajRoy.
    @PokhrajRoy. Жыл бұрын

    Just when I thought we’d seen it all, it’s interesting to see this.

  • @MoreCowbellv1ro
    @MoreCowbellv1ro Жыл бұрын

    WOW!!! Thank you for taking us along on your trip! Stunning views of a remote part of our planet that is so often overlooked. Can't wait for Part Two!

  • @joshib7525
    @joshib7525 Жыл бұрын

    Without a doubt - this is by far the most breathtaking and best travel vlog I have ever watched on KZread. Brilliant photography, music/soundtrack. It completely immersed you in every moment of the experience. 💯/10!!!! Thank you sincerely 🙏🏼

  • @michaelpocock2860
    @michaelpocock2860 Жыл бұрын

    What we are witnessing is the world through the eyes and lens of a modern day explorer. From beautiful cities to lush savannahs, tropical beaches and forests, we are now in Antarctica, a place few will ever see much less experience. Watching these videos makes me feel the only thing better is actually experiencing them for myself. Failing that I will continue to take in this magnificent planet vicariously with you. This is why we continue to watch the best travel channel on KZread. Thank you and best wishes.

  • @luxurytravelexpert

    @luxurytravelexpert

    Жыл бұрын

    Wow, thank you. Beautiful compliment!

  • @Adityasharma-mn8sf

    @Adityasharma-mn8sf

    11 ай бұрын

    ​@@luxurytravelexpertspeechlees just only kuddos bro 👍👍👍👍👍

  • @waofish
    @waofish Жыл бұрын

    I have never seen such a detailed and clear Antarctic video. I never image that people could have such luxury travels and accommodation in Antarctica. Thank you for bringing us to experience an world that is impossible to be in my life.

  • @anything9380
    @anything9380 Жыл бұрын

    Wow - you do such a great job on your videos. I think the no talk and just enough words up on screen mixed with pictures of feeling like you’re there is the recipe. Well done.

  • @user-rv2rz7sn3n
    @user-rv2rz7sn3nАй бұрын

    Wow what a nice Trip to Antarctica and land scape. Very imotional vlog the nature❤🎉 from satvinder Singh thanks for sharing this vdo.

  • @spacekat8249
    @spacekat8249 Жыл бұрын

    What a privilegde to go there. It's certainly the most breathtaking destination you offered us on your channel and I just can't wait to the next video of your journey. I hope this part of earth could stay pristine as longer it could be. Thank you so so much for your sharing and sorry for the quality of my frenchy English... 😊

  • @user-rv2rz7sn3n
    @user-rv2rz7sn3nАй бұрын

    I am satvinder Singh I am Indian and watching your vlogs from JUBAIL industrial city, Dammam, Saudi Arabia thanks a lot to make such a great vlog. ❤🎉. A lot.

  • @PraveenT-xp2zo
    @PraveenT-xp2zo11 ай бұрын

    No Phones, No pollution, No Scrum meetings, No deployments Happy Life

  • @VVerTTeXX
    @VVerTTeXX Жыл бұрын

    truly fantastic content!

  • @michaelafalck1345
    @michaelafalck1345 Жыл бұрын

    Wow what an adventure... It's really nice to know that they offer a sustainable and special excursion for tourists and that they do brief everyone in advance to appreciate this very special place. I can't wait to see what's more in store. 😊

  • @southern04girl
    @southern04girl Жыл бұрын

    You SIR amaze me every week. What a heart pounding, heart stopping experience. And, you said it, "It's special." I can't wait till next Saturday to continue the experience. Please share your feelings when walking around Antarctica. So Amazing.

  • @etjulien
    @etjulien Жыл бұрын

    I've run out of words to describe the amazing places you have visited. I can't thank you enough for sharing your epic travels around the world!

  • @vero-d.
    @vero-d. Жыл бұрын

    Wow I'm speechless! What an amazing and outstanding trip of a lifetime! All the emotions went through me as we approched a kind of an unknown icy planet! I can't wait till next week to get back to this breathtaking continent!

  • @bulufish8208
    @bulufish8208 Жыл бұрын

    Well we have traveled to the 4 corners of the world 🌎 with you. A simple thank you 😊

  • @aatmaja3
    @aatmaja311 ай бұрын

    So surreal and breathtaking :)

  • @luxurytravelleraustralia6073
    @luxurytravelleraustralia6073 Жыл бұрын

    Incredible cinematography! Thanks for taking us on this truly special experience.

  • @MaJivanPrabhuta
    @MaJivanPrabhuta Жыл бұрын

    Wow!!!! what a show!!!!! thank you so much for recording your whole experience!!!!! I loved it 🥰

  • @franciskt4171
    @franciskt4171 Жыл бұрын

    Can't understand what kind of pleasure one gets by venturing into such sub zero hostile terrains.

  • @katrinakatecat
    @katrinakatecat9 ай бұрын

    NOT THE FLIGHT ATTENDANTS FREEZING THEIR ASS OFF AT THE END WITH THE DOOR OPEN 😂

  • @Radictor44
    @Radictor44 Жыл бұрын

    That is truly amazing. The views of those mountain ranges coupled with that feeling of the unknown and adventure.

  • @daveu88sanderson8
    @daveu88sanderson8 Жыл бұрын

    Good morning my friend, What a specular review, you are really at the cutting edge of delivering outstanding reviews. I can't wait for next week. You are by far the very best at delivering world class reviews. Kind regards DS

  • @luxurytravelexpert

    @luxurytravelexpert

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you 😊

  • @Sincerit
    @Sincerit Жыл бұрын

    Wow 😮

  • @bsurde
    @bsurde Жыл бұрын

    Thanx for inviting us. Its not my world, but nevertheless very impressive.

  • @britb90
    @britb90 Жыл бұрын

    wat an otherworldly experience! Out of all your wonderful trips, this one must be the most special. Thanks for sharing!

  • @chrisosullivan6965
    @chrisosullivan6965 Жыл бұрын

    Ohhhh, a trip to the ice wall...this should be interesting...

  • @nitahandorf1547
    @nitahandorf1547 Жыл бұрын

    Absolutely a breathtaking beauty. Someday I will be there.

  • @morgan97475
    @morgan97475 Жыл бұрын

    Airspace closure due to falling rocket debris.......I've never heard of that one. Fascinating!

  • @lornayuen7444
    @lornayuen7444 Жыл бұрын

    Stunning. Looking forward to next week’s video.

  • @debrabutler7452
    @debrabutler7452 Жыл бұрын

    What?! That's a frozen blue dot. The. Ultimate. You. have. outdone. yourself. BRAVO!

  • @gebe8978
    @gebe8978 Жыл бұрын

    Apart from the location, landscape, adventure, etc... it's amazing how good airplane cabins have developped over the years. Can you imagine a review these days of those business class seats?

  • @snotina
    @snotina Жыл бұрын

    absolutely stunning....a place where we are reminded of how small we really are compared to the beauty and vastness of planet earth.

  • @donnadwarika6370
    @donnadwarika6370 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you L.T.E. for taking me on this amazing trip .Totally WOW .!😂❤

  • @mika-pz8iu
    @mika-pz8iu Жыл бұрын

    Woooh no words right now, just too many questions but I will be here waiting for the next episodes as I know they will come with more details❤😅

  • @vikramkalle
    @vikramkalle11 ай бұрын

    Beautifully shot!! truly another planet and an emotional experience

  • @slangway4967
    @slangway4967 Жыл бұрын

    that was unbelievable! I'm kind of speechless. You done a fabulous work, keep going!!!!!!! Just WOOOOOOOOOW...

  • @AuntK68
    @AuntK68 Жыл бұрын

    "How are you feeling?" "A little bit special." Special, indeed! I've seen plenty of videos of cruises to the Antarctic but this is beyond imagination - and you've only shown us a preview!

  • @marcellodimarco7389
    @marcellodimarco7389 Жыл бұрын

    wonderful soundtrack at beginning and during the video!!

  • @appresley4071
    @appresley40715 ай бұрын

    A large number of tourist companies now operate in Antarctica. There are mountain climbing tours, avid mountain climbers desire to climb the highest peaks on every continent. Climb Mt Vinson Massif or Mt Sidley. Or ski the last degree to the south pole. Many tourist companies specialising in Antarctica do offer a host of activities.

  • @findingadrenaline
    @findingadrenaline Жыл бұрын

    The briefing on Antartica’s background at 17:22 is an excellent addition.

  • @inayathkhan100
    @inayathkhan100 Жыл бұрын

    👍303, @ 32:30 what a background music even Discovery Channel cannot beat your content! Great content always.

  • @thephantomeagle2
    @thephantomeagle23 ай бұрын

    I have lived on 4 continents, 5 countries, and 6 states. I promise you these are among the most stunningly beautiful scenes you could ever see. I'm on a fixed budget and could never even come close to the $70,000 easy to do this since I live in the US. i'd have to fly to South Africa and get a hotel. I would absolutely love to do this amazing trip. I have to assume that Antarctica has no time zones since a good share of the summer it's 24 hours of daylight and 24 hours of darkness in winter. on top of that the angle is totally towards the sun or away from the sun so even when there days and nights it the same, aside from maybe 25 minutes difference across the entire area.

  • @orvillewooten6982
    @orvillewooten6982 Жыл бұрын

    I live in Wyoming, so I know cold, but it’s really about wind conditions when it’s cold….! 😊😊

  • @vindyfernando8351
    @vindyfernando8351 Жыл бұрын

    What a lovely video !!! Cannot imagine such a place exists on earth !!! Thank you for sharing this video with the rest of the world !!!

  • @inomad
    @inomad Жыл бұрын

    I much prefer this style of first class. A large reclining chair with excessive leg room.

  • @TheCernochova
    @TheCernochova Жыл бұрын

    Zírám,to je pecka! Závidím a děkuji.

  • @LMays-cu2hp
    @LMays-cu2hp Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for sharing a beautiful with a little cold trip. Hahaha! Please continue to travel safely.

  • @lekudos
    @lekudos Жыл бұрын

    Just what we need. Tourism to unspoilt habitats. 👀

  • @NarasimhaDiyasena

    @NarasimhaDiyasena

    Жыл бұрын

    Antartica is the size of the Continental United States, and the total area tourists are allowed to visit is similar to that of a small college. You’re allowed to cover more ground in North Korea than you are in Antartica

  • @lekudos

    @lekudos

    Жыл бұрын

    @@NarasimhaDiyasena it’s true there are measures to limit harm to the environment. But think about it; what do you call a bunch of wealthy individuals flying a large jet to Antarctica for no reason than leisure and to sip champagne in unspoilt wilderness? slippery slopes! The presence of tourists can disrupt the natural behavior and breeding patterns of wildlife, Tourism can accidentally introduce non-native species to Antarctica. It wouldn’t be the first time, waste was accidentally ejected from an aircraft…! Carbon emissions - need I say more on this? Tourism infrastructure, footpaths, trails, disturbance of natural vegetation. I think we’re doing enough. Sipping champagne in Antarctica appeals to me too, but so does doing shots on a workday! 👀. Somethings just aren’t good for us.

  • @venuslatte1522
    @venuslatte1522 Жыл бұрын

    Wow! Can't wait to see next week

  • @TheLemouria
    @TheLemouria Жыл бұрын

    This is a proper trip

  • @sandrauk7258
    @sandrauk7258 Жыл бұрын

    I wept at the beauty!

  • @ValarieNZ
    @ValarieNZ Жыл бұрын

    This is like a dream come true, thank you for sharing 🌏 watching from NZ ☺️💕

  • @tottui15
    @tottui15 Жыл бұрын

    Cool

  • @yorukkizigeziyor
    @yorukkizigeziyor Жыл бұрын

    Very beautiful video 🌸🌺👍

  • @chrisosullivan6965
    @chrisosullivan6965 Жыл бұрын

    Can't wait for the Eric Dubays video reacting to this..😂😂😂

  • @helensindel8289
    @helensindel828910 ай бұрын

    Soooo proud being Australian we claim it

  • @innacoma67
    @innacoma67 Жыл бұрын

    Just so spectacular, words are difficult to find to explain the emence pleasure and excitement you're video brings us. Thank for taking us along on this journey with you. Unforgettable destination, and so looking forward to the 2nd part of the trip.

  • @BlueSky-gu2bx
    @BlueSky-gu2bx Жыл бұрын

    Absolutely breathtaking. It literally does have the look and feel of being on another planet.

  • @michellethong8476
    @michellethong8476 Жыл бұрын

    What a beautiful video - and I cannot WAIT to see your review of the camp and the adventures you took! Thank you, as always, for showing us such beautiful and amazing places!

  • @deathrowtodisneyworld5030
    @deathrowtodisneyworld5030 Жыл бұрын

    Excellent!!

  • @AbadWong-ou8vv
    @AbadWong-ou8vv11 ай бұрын

    Lovely

  • @AndrewMacdonaldPhotography
    @AndrewMacdonaldPhotography11 ай бұрын

    Those colours at "sunset" were so amazing. When I was there the sun never dipped bellow the horizon.

  • @R.I.S.69
    @R.I.S.69 Жыл бұрын

    This Antarctic Series will be the most magnificent video series on your channel! And that's saying something!!! XD

  • @luciagarcia5821
    @luciagarcia58213 ай бұрын

    Beautiful sunset like a painting

  • @TheSchoolOfInspiration
    @TheSchoolOfInspiration Жыл бұрын

    Superb-music, world-class photography and a breathtaking, heart-stopping resort I never knew existed. Amazing. Thank you.

  • @mariecasasnovas5945
    @mariecasasnovas5945 Жыл бұрын

    Wow this is not your normal vacation destination. Even watching it on video is surreal and amazing.

  • @william_at
    @william_at Жыл бұрын

    Simply gorgeous!! Thanks!!

  • @greatpix
    @greatpix Жыл бұрын

    If you want to feel like you're on another planet and can't make the trip to Antarctica try Mono Lake in California. Walk among the tufa, watch the thousands of flies avoid you as you walk through them, float in the high salt content lake, take a canoe ride through the tufa out in the water. Huell Howser did an episode on Mono Lake for California Gold. It's in the Chapman University archives dedicated to him.

  • @vinodmerani5032
    @vinodmerani5032 Жыл бұрын

    superb cinematography, undoubtly heaven ,but long time no show of real 5 star resort tour.

  • @brigategb
    @brigategb Жыл бұрын

    Nice to see that someone take his shoes and socks off during the flight. Education can’t be bought. Btw amazing experience.

  • @erix1971
    @erix1971 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you! This is super interesting. And wow, what a privilege this must be.

  • @Traveldutyblog
    @Traveldutyblog Жыл бұрын

    The Footage in the last minute of the video was simply breathtaking. Incredible what Nature has to offer 💙

  • @207ALEXANDER
    @207ALEXANDER Жыл бұрын

    Fantastic job you have done on this video! Thank you for sharing this amazing experience in Antarctica !

  • @martinvareed8756
    @martinvareed8756 Жыл бұрын

    no other words..just..breathtaking

  • @TheJemialfredo
    @TheJemialfredo Жыл бұрын

    absolutely amazing, truly fantastic, a luxurious experience. Congratulation to you.

  • @camianz
    @camianz Жыл бұрын

    thank you for sharing this amazing arrival, the fact you took us with you on this rare journey is everything! Wow! 🙏

  • @nelsond2817
    @nelsond2817 Жыл бұрын

    Looks FANTASTIC ! Can't wait to see the rest ! Cheers

  • @philipguacci6452
    @philipguacci6452 Жыл бұрын

    Just spectacular. ❤

  • @dzulbakar1340
    @dzulbakar1340 Жыл бұрын

    Awesome clip - new addition to the bucket list!! 🎉🎉

  • @dzulbakar1340
    @dzulbakar1340 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks!

  • @luxurytravelexpert

    @luxurytravelexpert

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you ☺️

  • @orbofdarkness
    @orbofdarkness11 ай бұрын

    Jaw Dropping. Now I shall save up to experience this.

  • @ianmintz12806
    @ianmintz12806 Жыл бұрын

    Antarctica? BRRRRRRRRR! It’s super cold there! Make sure have plenty of warm clothes!

  • @wahine101
    @wahine101 Жыл бұрын

    Absolutely amazing! I can't wait to see the next episode.

  • @Mathiaske1997
    @Mathiaske1997 Жыл бұрын

    Wow, stunning trip so far!

  • @tjbenton3329
    @tjbenton3329 Жыл бұрын

    can't wait till next week for next one!

  • @vishaalharikrishnakumar8416
    @vishaalharikrishnakumar8416 Жыл бұрын

    It does look like another planet indeed.

  • @reneburton7498
    @reneburton7498 Жыл бұрын

    Working behind the scenes with the owners Patrick and Robyn at White Desert was the most satisfying job ever!!! Beautiful individuals with an amazing passion for the ice... ❤

  • @nblrudresharadhyanblrudres4038

    @nblrudresharadhyanblrudres4038

    9 ай бұрын

    I love you

  • @texasboy5117
    @texasboy5117 Жыл бұрын

    What an outstanding way to go to Antartica! We visited Antarctica in January,in a nice suite on a ship.

  • @rezaalan3991

    @rezaalan3991

    Жыл бұрын

    From where are you departed? Sounds challenging if visiting it using Ship.

  • @texasboy5117

    @texasboy5117

    Жыл бұрын

    @@rezaalan3991 we departed out of Santiago Chile. The trip was 22 days ending in Buenos Aires.

  • @rezaalan3991

    @rezaalan3991

    Жыл бұрын

    @@texasboy5117 wow that's long way.

  • @marywood772
    @marywood772 Жыл бұрын

    Simply amazing! Thank you for sharing.

  • @EGoRBHD130
    @EGoRBHD1305 ай бұрын

    Watching this A340 right now on flight radar 24 leaving Antarctica to Cape Town

  • @josip1984
    @josip1984 Жыл бұрын

    Can't wait to see the video of the camp. Place looks totally amazing and stunning. 👌🏻

  • @sohinidey6297
    @sohinidey6297 Жыл бұрын

    The most different tour that I have never thought

  • @1945jude
    @1945jude Жыл бұрын

    WOW …… just WOW!

  • @bearpaw7100
    @bearpaw71006 ай бұрын

    AWESOME WOULD LOVE THAT

  • @roblouw3038
    @roblouw3038 Жыл бұрын

    Wow, wow and wow again - this is just so special and spectacular - brilliant video - i have shared to my friends and family and colleagues - thank you so much - deeply, deeply appreciated

  • @della9427
    @della9427 Жыл бұрын

    This is incredible really amazing...