Experts' Choice Award International Antarctic Centre
What the experts agree on
Live penguin encounters and immersive Antarctic experiences—from 4-D theater showcasing Scott Base to Hagglund vehicle rides—make this Christchurch museum an engaging, excellent-value introduction to the frozen continent.
“Experience the frozen continent at the International Antarctic Centre through interactive exhibits, by taking a ride on an amphibious Hagglund vehicle and meeting husky dogs and little blue penguins.”
– Afar Magazine
Fodor's "The 4-D extreme theater show of life at New Zealand's Scott Base is superb, and the Penguin Encounter lets you get up close with some blue penguins, the smallest penguin species." Full review
Frommer's "Everything about this attraction is of superb value and you’ll get a particular thrill from the live penguin display...it gives you a feel for modern Antarctic life" Full review
National Geographic
