Antarctica
Antarctica
A unique 14-day expedition to cross the Antarctic Circle, enhanced by multiple included helicopter excursions. Soar over the coastal mountains, explore the remote Crystal Sound and Marguerite Bay, and achieve the polar milestone, combining exploration by air, sea, and land.
Duration: 14 days / 13 nights
Starts: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Ends: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Language: English speaking voyage
Includes a pre-expedition hotel night in Buenos Aires and round-trip private charter flights between Buenos Aires and Ushuaia
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.
The 14-day Antarctica by Helicopter: Crossing the Circle & the Peninsula is a unique voyage that blends the ultimate polar achievement with unparalleled aerial exploration. Achieving the polar milestone of crossing the Antarctic Circle at 66°30′ is made possible on this journey, which includes multiple helicopter opportunities—at least two heli-flightseeing excursions and one exclusive heli-landing—in the trip's cost. You will soar above the ice-covered 7th Continent, gaining extraordinary perspectives of polar landscapes previously seen only by a few fearless explorers.
The exploration focuses on the southern heart of the Antarctic Peninsula: Crystal Sound and Marguerite Bay, regions known for their massive, steep coastal mountains and stunning geological features. The itinerary is designed for maximum flexibility to adapt to weather, allowing for both helicopter-supported adventures and classic Zodiac excursions for intimate marine and land-based experiences. Daily activities include visiting penguin rookeries, scouting for whales (humpback, minke, fin, and killer whales), and searching for seals (leopard, crabeater, Weddell). You will be among the select few to step onto remote mountains and glaciers, all while learning from polar experts during an enhanced onboard education program.
Highlights:
Be one of the select few to cross the Antarctic Circle at 66°30′—a major polar milestone.
Experience at least two heli-flightseeing excursions—included in the cost of the trip.
Participate in one exclusive heli-landing amidst Antarctica’s vast coastal mountains.
Explore Crystal Sound and Marguerite Bay—the southern heart of the Antarctic Peninsula.
View the least-explored mountains and glaciers of the Antarctic Peninsula from sea and air.
Learn from polar experts during our enhanced onboard education program.
INCLUSIONS
An official Quark Expeditions parka to keep
One 10- to 15-minute helicopter flightseeing excursion (weather and logistics permitting)
Leadership throughout the voyage by our experienced Expedition Team, including shore landings and other activities
All Zodiac transfers and cruising as per the daily program
All shore landings as per the daily program
Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeeping
All meals, snacks, soft drinks and juices on board throughout your voyage.
Complimentary select beer, wines and select cocktails during bar service hours and dinner
Complimentary coffee, tea and cocoa available around the clock
Formal and informal presentations by our Expedition Team and guest speakers as scheduled
A photographic journal documenting your expedition
A pair of waterproof expedition boots on loan for landings and Zodiac cruising excursions
Hair dryer and bathrobes in every cabin
Complimentary Wi-Fi service on one device permitting basic Internet browsing, email, posting on social media and voice applications. (Premium packages are available for more data-intensive applications.)
All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the program
All luggage handling aboard the ship
Your Charter Flight & Hotel Package includes:
One night’s pre-expedition hotel accommodation in Buenos Aires with breakfast (Note: The number of guests per room is the same as cabin occupancy on the ship. Due to limited availability, travelers who reserve a suite on board are accommodated in standard rooms at the hotel. Triple rooms may not be available.)
Group flight departing from Buenos Aires’ domestic airport (Aeroparque/AEP) to Ushuaia, and returning to Buenos Aires’ international airport (Ezeiza/EZE)
Group transfer from hotel to airport in Buenos Aires
Group transfer from Ushuaia airport to the ship, and return (Note: Transfer on arrival in Buenos Aires from airport to hotel at the beginning of the journey is not included. Please make your way to the included hotel.
EXCLUSIONS
Charter Flight & Hotel Package
International airfare
Passport and applicable visa expenses
Government arrival and departure taxes not mentioned
Meals unless otherwise specified
Baggage, cancellation, interruption and medical travel insurance—strongly recommended
Excess-baggage fees on international and domestic flights
Mandatory waterproof pants for Zodiac landing and cruising excursions, or any other gear not mentioned
Laundry, spa services and other personal charges, unless specified
Phone charges may vary by location
Our basic complimentary Wi-Fi service does not include Premium packages which enable more data-intensive applications
Voluntary gratuity at the end of the voyage for expedition staff and shipboard crew
Additional overnight accommodation
Arrival and departure transfers, except where explicitly stated
Adventure Options not listed in Included Activities.
* 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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