Antarctica
Antarctic Peninsula
Antarctica
Antarctica
Duration: 10 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.
Charter Flights More info about this activity
In departures with charter flights, part of the air transport segment is covered by the operation of the trip as part of the itinerary.
Check in the inclusions and exclusions of the program which air sections are included in your itinerary.
Ship Cruise More info about this activity
Not only we travel from one point to another and find our shelter on board the ship we chose. We also enjoy from incredible scenery, landscapes and interactions that only our noble vessel can provide.
Everyday the Bridge Team navigates the ship to position ourselves on the best posible spots, looking for unique opportunities.
Many times, this includes sainig through narrow passages, on the vicinity of glaciers or entering bays and fjords only approachable from the ship.
Enjoy this incredible places from the comfort of the common areas on board, open decks or your own private balcony!
Shore Excursion More info about this activity
Shore excursions are the backbone of almost all itineraries, with most ships making landfall at least once every day once they reach their destination. The weather plays a huge role in your daily itinerary, although given the sheer array of fantastic landing sites all over there are plenty of options your Captain and Expedition Leader can choose from. On-shore excursions allow you to visit scientific research stations, communities, prominent wildlife colonies and take hikes to elevated viewing points for fantastic photography.
Zodiac cruising More info about this activity
On board the Zodiac you will discover a world of possibilities; accessing the most exclusive landing sites, cruising the coast in search of wildlife or simply enjoying a tour in the calm of the polar regions in search of marine wildlife or bird colonies.
The blue ice an its intimate presence is experienced at its best on zodiac tours.
It is not uncommon to meet curious seals, or humpback whales feeding.
Enrichment Program More info about this activity
Expedition cruising must be one of the most incredible ways of travelling. Not only for the amazing places you visit and the unforgetable wildlife but for the wildlife, the sensory overload and the unimaginable memories.
But all of this needs a context in order to understand where you are and what you are experiencing.
On board your expedition vessell you will find a group of experts, naturalists, zodiac drivers and guides that that will translate the language of nature for you, telling you the stories of the places you are visiting, reviewing the historical, biological, ecological and geological aspects of your trips.
You will experience first hand what surrounds you and arrive back home wiser and loaded with new knowledge.
Citizen Science More info about this activity
There’s important work being done every day, at some of the most renowned climate research facilities around the world, to record and study the incredible changes happening in remote places like Antarctica and th Arctic. As you might imagine, gathering critical on-site data on a regular basis would be a virtually impossible task for these groups. So we do it for them, in partnership with different research facilities.
If you’d like to get a first-hand look at how climate change is impacting our birds, sea life, glaciers, oceans, and weather patterns, and help scientists better understand our evolving planet, you’re welcome to join our Citizen Science program. And don’t let the word “science” scare you. We make it informative, interactive, and fun.
Snow Shoeing More info about this activity
This popular alpine activity is easy to learn. No experience is necessary – all you need is a willingness to try. All training is provided and our team of guides will have you trained and ready to go in no more than half an hour.
Participants should be confident in their footing and have an average level of fitness – outings may be up to three hours in duration. Those who enjoy hiking trails or taking long walks at home will possess enough fitness to enjoy this activity. As with any other activity, you will get more enjoyment out of it with some preparation in advance, such as long walks with uphill sections or bike riding.
In Antarctica, the longest hike can be 2-3 hours long, while in the Arctic it can be a full day tour.
Hiking More info about this activity
Hiking options include very easy beach hikes (good for photographers who need time for photography), easier short hikes, medium-difficulty extended hikes, and more challenging long hikes.
Kayaking More info about this activity
The experience of sea kayaking in the humbling wilderness of Antarctica or the Arctic is guaranteed to stir your soul.
Sea kayaking is one of the highlights for any Polar Traveller, providing ice and weather conditions are assessed as safe by your Expedition Team.
This activity requires previous kayaking experience.
This expedition cruise offers an unforgettable journey to Earth's last great wilderness. Departing from the "end of the world" in Ushuaia, travelers cross the Drake Passage to enter the Antarctic Peninsula, a sanctuary of snowy peaks, majestic icebergs, and glaciers that crack and calve. Aboard a boutique ship with Scandi-inspired design and floor-to-ceiling windows, guests enjoy unparalleled panoramic views while immersing themselves in the region's history and ecology through expert-led lectures.
The experience is enriched by Zodiac boat expeditions to search for whales, seals, and seabirds in ice-choked waters. Shore landings allow for up-close encounters with Adélie, Gentoo, and Chinstrap penguin colonies in locations such as Mikkelsen Harbour. Furthermore, Citizen Science programs invite passengers to contribute to real-world environmental research. After a day of exploration, wellness facilities including a sauna, spa, and world-class dining complete a voyage designed for both comfort and profound discovery.
Highlights:
Up-close encounters with Adélie, Gentoo, and Chinstrap penguin colonies in their natural habitat.
Navigation through towering icebergs and colossal glaciers in the Lemaire Channel and Gerlache Strait.
Expert-led Zodiac excursions to spot whales and seals in the wild icy waters.
Citizen Science programs to actively contribute to real-world environmental research.
Boutique luxury facilities including a sauna with views, Balinese spa, and Michelin-level dining.
Day 1: Ushuaia
Starting Point at the End of the World
Nestled in the foothills of the snow-capped Martial Range, Ushuaia’s colorful streets cascade to the shores of the Beagle Channel. After boarding your boutique ship, we depart from one of the world’s southernmost cities for a journey through the captivating wilderness.
Day 2-3: Days at Sea
Crossing the Drake Passage
Sea days offer the perfect opportunity to sit back and watch the world go by from the observation decks. Mingle with other passengers, visit the library, or perfect your photography skills with advice from our onboard professionals as we sail south.
Day 4-7: Antarctic Peninsula
The Heart of the White Continent
We sail among glaciers and the photogenic Lemaire Channel. Shore excursions may include Mikkelsen Harbour to see Gentoo penguins and Weddell seals. Zodiac expeditions through the Gerlache Strait provide exhilarating ways to search for whales in ice-choked waters.
Day 8-9: Days at Sea
Return Across the Ocean
As we head back to South America, attend final lectures from our polar specialists. It is the perfect time to enjoy the sauna, the spa, or simply watch the majestic albatross soaring alongside the ship.
Day 10: Ushuaia
Arrival and Conclusion
We return to the shores of the Beagle Channel for disembarkation in Ushuaia, marking the end of an epic expedition through the pristine Antarctic wilderness.
Day 1: Ushuaia
Starting Point at the End of the World
Nestled in the foothills of the snow-capped Martial Range, Ushuaia’s colorful streets cascade to the shores of the Beagle Channel. After boarding your boutique ship, we depart from one of the world’s southernmost cities for a journey through the captivating wilderness.
Day 2-3: Days at Sea
Crossing the Drake Passage
Sea days offer the perfect opportunity to sit back and watch the world go by from the observation decks. Mingle with other passengers, visit the library, or perfect your photography skills with advice from our onboard professionals as we sail south.
Day 4-7: Antarctic Peninsula
The Heart of the White Continent
We sail among glaciers and the photogenic Lemaire Channel. Shore excursions may include Mikkelsen Harbour to see Gentoo penguins and Weddell seals. Zodiac expeditions through the Gerlache Strait provide exhilarating ways to search for whales in ice-choked waters.
Day 8-9: Days at Sea
Return Across the Ocean
As we head back to South America, attend final lectures from our polar specialists. It is the perfect time to enjoy the sauna, the spa, or simply watch the majestic albatross soaring alongside the ship.
Day 10: Ushuaia
Arrival and Conclusion
We return to the shores of the Beagle Channel for disembarkation in Ushuaia, marking the end of an epic expedition through the pristine Antarctic wilderness.
INCLUSIONS
Charter flights to the port of embarkation/disembarkation (Longyearbyen, Ushuaia, Kangerlussuaq, Nuuk, Honiara, Jayapura and Sorong)
Group return transfers from airport to cruise port and to the hotel (where included)
One night pre-cruise accommodation with breakfast in a 4/5-star hotel (exemptions apply)
Your selected stateroom
All meals onboard
Complimentary hot & cold beverages, beer, wine & spirits any time throughout your cruise
24-hour room service
Lecture programs by expedition team and guest speakers
One selected shore excursion per port of call
All expedition landings
Entry level WI-FI (upgraded packages available)
Gym, sauna, pool
24/7 self service laundry
Waterproof backpack and refillable water bottle, yours to keep
In polar regions: branded parka, yours to keep and use of rubber boots
Memory Package
Onboard gratuities & port taxes
EXCLUSIONS
Anything not mentioned in the inclusions
Personal expenses.
20 m²
Two single beds or a double bed
Bedroom with living room area
Flame-effect fireplace
Luxurious bathroom
25 m²
5 m² private balcony
Two single beds or a double bed
Bedroom with living room area
Flame-effect fireplace
Luxurious bathroom
32-36 m²
6 m² private balcony
King size bed
Separate living room area
Luxurious en-suite bathroom
41 m²
5-10 m² private balcony
King size bed
Separate living room
Flame-effect fireplace
Luxurious ensuite bathroom with separate bath tub and walk-in shower
41 m²
8-12 m² private balcony
King size bed
Separate living room
Flame-effect fireplace
Luxurious ensuite bathroom with separate bath tub and shower
Walk-in wardrobe
20 m²
Two single beds or a double bed
Bedroom with living room area
Flame-effect fireplace
Luxurious bathroom
25 m²
5 m² private balcony
Two single beds or a double bed
Bedroom with living room area
Flame-effect fireplace
Luxurious bathroom
32-36 m²
6 m² private balcony
King size bed
Separate living room area
Luxurious en-suite bathroom
41 m²
5-10 m² private balcony
King size bed
Separate living room
Flame-effect fireplace
Luxurious ensuite bathroom with separate bath tub and walk-in shower
41 m²
8-12 m² private balcony
King size bed
Separate living room
Flame-effect fireplace
Luxurious ensuite bathroom with separate bath tub and shower
Walk-in wardrobe
20 m²
Two single beds or a double bed
Bedroom with living room area
Flame-effect fireplace
Luxurious bathroom
25 m²
5 m² private balcony
Two single beds or a double bed
Bedroom with living room area
Flame-effect fireplace
Luxurious bathroom
32-36 m²
6 m² private balcony
King size bed
Separate living room area
Luxurious en-suite bathroom
41 m²
5-10 m² private balcony
King size bed
Separate living room
Flame-effect fireplace
Luxurious ensuite bathroom with separate bath tub and walk-in shower
41 m²
8-12 m² private balcony
King size bed
Separate living room
Flame-effect fireplace
Luxurious ensuite bathroom with separate bath tub and shower
Walk-in wardrobe
20 m²
Two single beds or a double bed
Bedroom with living room area
Flame-effect fireplace
Luxurious bathroom
25 m²
5 m² private balcony
Two single beds or a double bed
Bedroom with living room area
Flame-effect fireplace
Luxurious bathroom
32-36 m²
6 m² private balcony
King size bed
Separate living room area
Luxurious en-suite bathroom
41 m²
5-10 m² private balcony
King size bed
Separate living room
Flame-effect fireplace
Luxurious ensuite bathroom with separate bath tub and walk-in shower
41 m²
8-12 m² private balcony
King size bed
Separate living room
Flame-effect fireplace
Luxurious ensuite bathroom with separate bath tub and shower
Walk-in wardrobe
* 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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