6 of the 7 Continents For The Budget Traveler: What I Packed For Antarctica and Argentina

Antarctica 2023 New Year's Trip! What an epic and unforgettable journey to the 7th Continent! Here's my list and a video of EVERYTHING I packed, hope this helps!

I actually somehow was able to fit the mountaineering boots I'm holding into the large bag, so that's how I showed up at the airport more or less.

Note: I did Laundry twice on board (approximaltely $75), and I also packed for Argentina Summer

Antarctica Flag, this was a best seller for making friends on board
All necessary paper documents, including Buqebus boarding passes for Uruguay day trips
Fleece sweater
2 pairs of thermal pants
1 pair of snow pants
Pair of main gloves + back up pair in case I lost the main gloves
Glove liners
Winter hat + back up hat
Red Parka
Scarf
Waterproof bag for day bag
Waterproof gear for cell phone
Head gear since I had long hair at the time
Swimwear for the polar plunge
1 outer thermal layer
3 T shirts
1 pair of gym shorts
Packing cubes
As much socks and underwear as I could fit, I imagine at least 7 and 7
2 watches
Sea sick medicine
iPad for entertainment on days at sea
2 books for entertainment which I left behind
2 dress shirts for Argentina, which did well on board the Hondius as well
2 Pairs of jeans that could pass for day or night time
1 pair of shorts packed, one pair worn for the flight
1 cannon power shot with extra batteries and charger
1 selfie stick (didn't really use)
1 cheap tripod (came in great use on the polar plunge day)
1 underwater GoPro camera
All appropriate chargers
Prescription Sunglasses (2)
Regular glasses
Contact lenses
Covid test just in case
Money belt
Binoculars
Toiletries in the TSA bag
Thin Dress shoes which I stuffed socks into
Mountaineering boots
Muck boots for landing were provided by the ship, and that seems to be the standard from most companies I researched

Day bag (should have brought a larger one), mountaineering boots, and large backpack

Only thing I would have changed is my day bag shown above on the left. It was too small to fit snow shoes, or if it is small make sure you have something secure to clip them on, if you are doing high climbs you do not want to be the guy to drop a snow shoe on the continent.

Bonus tip, all my outerwear had zip pockets, I do recommend this to protect the environment and not lose your stuff. It's icy, and tripping can occur. Do a test before you leave of how you will carry everything in what pocket, what will go in your bag, etc. So all in all a very epic trip! I hope this article helps you! Items mentioned if you want to buy: I do make a small commission from Amazon. Thank you!