Antarctic VR Experience

Step inside Antarctica through two immersive virtual reality experiences at the Australian Antarctic Festival’s Antarctic Expo.

Travel to historic expedition bases, encounter sled dogs and penguins, and discover the stories of the explorers and expeditioners who lived and worked in some of the continent’s most remote environments.

Event details

Dates: Saturday 22 and Sunday 23 August 2026

Time: 10:05 am–4:00 pm

Session length: 30 minutes

Location: Antarctic Expo, Princes Wharf 1, Hobart

Entry: Free

Age: Suitable for ages 11 and over

Bookings: Bookings are essential. Guests must select a 30-minute session.

This experience is presented by the Mawson’s Huts Foundation in collaboration with the UK Antarctic Heritage Trust and the New Zealand Antarctic Heritage Trust as part of the 2026 Australian Antarctic Festival

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