About The Port Of Schollart Channel
The Schollaert Channel threads between Brabant and Anvers Islands in the Palmer Archipelago, off the western coast of the Antarctic Peninsula. Towering ice cliffs, glaciated peaks, and calving glaciers line both shores, creating one of the region's most photographed scenic passages. The channel's sheltered waters often draw whales, seals, and seabirds, making it a favored stretch for slow, open-deck cruising through the Southern Ocean's dramatic light.
There is no settlement or landing site here; the channel is appreciated entirely from the water as ships glide through en route to other points along the peninsula. Travelers should keep cameras ready and dress warmly, as conditions can shift quickly and the best views often come without warning, framed by ice, silence, and the occasional distant blow of a whale.
Pavlus Recommendations
How our planners would spend a day in Schollart Channel.
Stake Out an Open-Deck Vantage Point
Arrive early on the bow or highest outdoor deck to claim a clear sightline before the ship enters the narrows; the channel's tightest stretch offers the closest views of ice cliffs on both sides at once.
Scan for Whale Blows
Humpback and minke whales frequent these sheltered waters, often surfacing close to slow-moving ships; keep binoculars handy and watch for distant spouts against the dark water.
Photograph the Glacier Light
Shifting polar light constantly redraws the ice cliffs and peaks lining Brabant and Anvers Islands, so shoot in bursts as the scene changes rather than waiting for one perfect frame.
Last Minute Cruise Deals From Schollart Channel
| Departs | Cruise Line | Ship | Itinerary | Nights | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 2, 2027 | Celebrity | Celebrity Equinox | 14 | $14,037 | ||
| Jan 2, 2028 | Celebrity | Celebrity Equinox | 14 | $5,953 | ||
| Jan 16, 2028 | Celebrity | Celebrity Equinox | 14 | $4,642 | ||
| Jan 30, 2028 | Celebrity | Celebrity Equinox | 14 | $6,211 | ||
| Dec 17, 2028 | Celebrity | Celebrity Equinox | 16 | $3,555 | ||
| Jan 14, 2029 | Celebrity | Celebrity Equinox | 14 | $2,803 | ||
| Jan 28, 2029 | Celebrity | Celebrity Equinox | 14 | $2,803 | ||
| Feb 11, 2029 | Celebrity | Celebrity Equinox | 14 | $2,803 |
Cruise Lines That Call Here
Click a cruise line to see its Schollart Channel sailings and Pavlus pricing.