Antarctica
Antarctica
Embark on an 11-day journey to the Antarctic Peninsula. Discover the raw beauty of the early season, marvel at penguin colonies in courtship, and navigate among giant icebergs in an unforgettable polar adventure.
Duration: 11 days / 9 nights on board.
Starts: Ushuaia, Argentina
Ends: Ushuaia, Argentina
Language: English speaking voyage
The itinerary is a guide only and is subject to change due to weather and ice conditions. Your Captain and Expedition Leader will make the necessary adjustments to ensure the best possible experience.
Embark on an unforgettable 11-day journey to the Antarctic Peninsula, where the early season unveils a landscape of untouched, raw beauty. Aboard the nimble Ocean Nova, you will explore this pristine wilderness as nature awakens from its winter slumber. The snowy landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for unforgettable encounters with Adélie, Gentoo, and Chinstrap penguin colonies busy with courtship and nest-building. From the outer decks or during Zodiac cruises, you can spot leopard seals resting on ice floes and majestic seabirds like the iconic wandering albatross soaring above.
This expedition offers Antarctica in its most unspoiled state, with pristine conditions that few are privileged to witness. In addition to wildlife watching, passengers can participate in Citizen Science projects to contribute to research on the Antarctic ecosystem. With lectures delivered by polar experts and the possibility of optional activities such as ice camping or snowshoeing, every day is designed to immerse you deeply in the white wilderness, ensuring an adventure that combines scientific discovery and natural wonder.
Highlights:
Navigating Antarctica in its most pristine state following the winter.
Witnessing penguin colonies during their courtship and nest-building season.
Daily Zodiac cruises among massive icebergs and glaciated channels.
Participation in Citizen Science projects for ecosystem conservation.
In-depth educational lectures delivered by experts in polar history and biology.
INCLUSIONS
All meals onboard the Ocean Nova, including snacks and 24-hour tea and coffee
Onboard lecture program led by our expert Expedition Team
All shore excursions and Zodiac cruises (except paid adventure options with cost)
Complimentary use of rubber Muck boots on loan for the duration of your expedition
Group arrival transfer from Ushuaia Airport to Pre Voyage Hotel (Day One)
Pre-night (Day One) stay at the Pre Voyage hotel in Ushuaia, including breakfast
Transfer from the Pre Voyage Hotel to the Ocean Nova for embarkation (Day Two)
Group departure transfer from the ship to either Ushuaia airport or downtown Ushuaia
Full access to the onboard gym
500mb free internet usage
All port taxes
Insulated inner jacket to keep (2026/2027 season) and Expedition Parka on loan; or new outer shell expedition jacket to keep (2027/2028 season onwards).
EXCLUSIONS
International or domestic flights, unless specified
Airport transfers, taxes, and excess baggage charges, unless specified
Meals other than those specified in the pre-departure information
Visa and passport fees
Mandatory travel insurance with a minimum required coverage
A fuel surcharge may be applied to all bookings
Optional paid adventure activities
Alcoholic or other selected beverages
Laundry and communication services including Wi-fi (over and above complimentary allotment)
Gratuities for the Expedition Team and crew (Recommended $15 USD per person per day)
Miscellaneous extras and all personal expenses
* The prices are per person in US Dollars, unless expressly specified in a different currency. In that case, payment will be in US dollars at the exchange rate of the day.
** Rates are correct at the time of publication. All prices will be re-confirmed by email at the time of booking.
NOTE: Embracing the unexpected is part of the legacy—and excitement—of expedition travel. When traveling in extremely remote regions, your expedition staff must allow the sea, the ice and the weather to guide route and itinerary details. This itinerary is a tentative outline of what you’ll experience on this voyage; please be aware that no specific itinerary can be guaranteed.
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