Diving antarctica exploring icebergs penguins and leopard seals

Dive beneath the ice with Jonathan Bird as he explores Antarctica's hidden underwater world, encounters king crabs, penguins, and even a curious leopard seal!

Join Emmy Award-winning cinematographer Jonathan Bird on a breathtaking journey from Ushuaia, Argentina, through the icy Beagle Channel, all the way to the frigid depths of Antarctica. In this epic episode of "Blue World," you'll experience what it's like to dive in some of the coldest and most remote waters on Earth. From exploring vibrant kelp forests and elusive king crabs in Patagonia to navigating the infamous Drake Passage, Jonathan reveals the wonders and challenges of cold water diving.

Once in Antarctica, witness spectacular underwater encounters: graceful Gentoo penguins swimming like torpedoes, vast colonies basking on shore, a shipwreck teeming with Antarctic life, and the surreal beauty of drifting icebergs. The adventure peaks with a rare and intimate meeting with a massive leopard seal, the top predator of the Antarctic seas. Learn about the unique adaptations of creatures that survive in below-freezing water, from antifreeze-blooded fish to gigantic jellies. Through stunning cinematography and expert narration, discover why Antarctica is both a harsh and magical place at the very edge of the Blue World.