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Kayaking in Antarctica: A touch of frost

By Ken Eastwood • 9 July 2012

Kayaking close to icebergs can be dangerous as they regularly roll over. (Credit: Ken Eastwood)

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An Antarctic kayaking experience is not to be missed, paddling among the awe-inspiring bobbing icy monoliths.

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