“I was having lunch with the chief pilot of Qantas prior to our first private jet tour when I casually enquired whether flights to Antarctica would be possible,” says Asker.
“The answer was enthusiastic and we commenced the regulatory process.”
Magnetic Pole and penguins from 10,000 feet
Antarctica Sightseeing Flights now operates 19 different routes from five Australian cities — Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide and Brisbane.
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The flights are classified as a domestic routes requiring only photo ID but not a passport.
Two full meal services, snacks and complimentary bar service are offered as part of the flight.
Antarctica Sightseeing Flights, Level 1, 35 Seymour St., Ringwood, Victoria, Australia; +61 3 8814 5701
The next flight departs from Brisbane on January 18, prices ranges from AUD1,199 ($970) to AUD7,999 ($6,500) per person