Antarctica
Antarctic Peninsula
Antarctica
Antarctica
Sail from Ushuaia toward the Antarctic Peninsula on a 10-day expedition focused on whale watching. Discover dramatic glaciated channels, gentoo and Adélie penguin rookeries, resting seals, and colossal icebergs by Zodiac.
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.
We would like to inform you that, by direct instruction from Oceanwide Expeditions, a mandatory fuel surcharge of USD 37 / EUR 33 per passenger per night will apply to all departures from 6 January 2027 onwards.
Polar Plunge More info about this activity
The ultimate icy challenge! The Polar Plunge is a classic rite of passage for every explorer, it is a heart-pumping experience that earns you a badge of courage and unforgettable memories.
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.
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.
Diving More info about this activity
Antarctica and the sub-Antarctic Islands are some of the last unspoiled regions of the world. The mysterious White Continent, with its multi-colored ice caps, glistening glaciers, and towering snow-capped mountains, offers unparalleled scenery and photographic opportunities. Enormous numbers of penguins, whales, seals, and seabirds congregate in the food-rich waters along the Antarctic and sub-Antarctic shores.
In the Arctic, the dives in the polar areas vary from shallow ice diving, where we dive near the ice-floes (approx. 9 meters, 30 feet) to shore diving, where we dive to approximately nine to 18 meters (30 to 60 feet). The combination of sunlight, sea water, and the often extraordinary formations of ice.
The chances of diving are subject to weather, wildlife and sea ice conditions.
Embark on a 10-day expedition voyage to the Antarctic Peninsula, discovering a breathtaking realm of rugged rock, pure snow, and iconic polar wildlife. Setting sail from Ushuaia through the Beagle Channel, the ship navigates the famous waters of the Drake Passage, crossing the biological boundary of the Antarctic Convergence accompanied by wandering albatrosses and petrels. Upon reaching the Melchior Islands and Schollaert Channel, the polar world reveals towering ice formations and glacier-carved coastlines.
Over four full days of dedicated exploration across the White Continent, guests take part in guided Zodiac cruises and shore landings at renowned sites including Neko Harbour, Paradise Bay, Danco Island, and Pléneau and Petermann islands via the iconic Lemaire Channel. The expedition provides prime opportunities for encountering feeding humpback and minke whales across sheltered waterways like Wilhelmina Bay, observing Weddell, leopard, and crabeater seals on ice floes, and visiting bustling gentoo and Adélie penguin rookeries.
Highlights:
Superb whale-watching encounters with humpback and minke whales across Wilhelmina Bay and Paradise Bay.
Scenic cruising through the dramatic, glacier-fringed corridors of the Lemaire and Neumayer channels.
Guided Zodiac excursions and shore landings among nesting gentoo and Adélie penguin colonies at Neko Harbour and Danco Island.
Visiting the historic British research station, museum, and post office at Port Lockroy on Goudier Island.
Close-up observations of ice-dwelling Weddell seals, crabeater seals, and predatory leopard seals.
Day 1: End of the world, start of a journey
Embarkation in Ushuaia and Beagle Channel sailing
The voyage begins in the afternoon in Ushuaia, Argentina, the southernmost city on the planet located on Tierra del Fuego. Embark the expedition vessel and sail through the mountain-fringed Beagle Channel for the remainder of the evening.
Day 2–3: Path of the polar explorers
Crossing the Drake Passage and Antarctic Convergence
Spend two days at sea navigating the Drake Passage. After crossing the biological boundary of the Antarctic Convergence, observe changing marine life and pelagic seabirds including wandering albatrosses, grey-headed albatrosses, black-browed albatrosses, Cape pigeons, and diverse petrel species.
Day 4–7: Entering Antarctica
Antarctic Peninsula exploration, landings, and whale watching
Navigate past the snow-capped Melchior Islands and Schollaert Channel between Brabant and Anvers islands. Over four days, participate in Zodiac cruises and landings at Danco Island, Neko Harbour, Paradise Bay with feeding humpback and minke whales, Pléneau and Petermann islands via the Lemaire Channel, historic Port Lockroy on Goudier Island with potential snowshoeing at Damoy Point, and Wilhelmina Bay to view whales and the shipwreck of the Guvernøren.
Day 8-9: Familiar seas, familiar friends
Northbound crossing of the Drake Passage
Retrace the route northward across the Drake Passage toward South America. Spend time at sea observing pelagic seabirds following in the ship's wake, attending final presentations, and reviewing memories with fellow travelers.
Day 10: There and back again
Disembarkation in Ushuaia
Arrive in Ushuaia in the morning. Complete disembarkation procedures after breakfast, bringing the Antarctic Peninsula journey to an official close.
Day 1: End of the world, start of a journey
Embarkation in Ushuaia and Beagle Channel sailing
The voyage begins in the afternoon in Ushuaia, Argentina, the southernmost city on the planet located on Tierra del Fuego. Embark the expedition vessel and sail through the mountain-fringed Beagle Channel for the remainder of the evening.
Day 2–3: Path of the polar explorers
Crossing the Drake Passage and Antarctic Convergence
Spend two days at sea navigating the Drake Passage. After crossing the biological boundary of the Antarctic Convergence, observe changing marine life and pelagic seabirds including wandering albatrosses, grey-headed albatrosses, black-browed albatrosses, Cape pigeons, and diverse petrel species.
Day 4–7: Entering Antarctica
Antarctic Peninsula exploration, landings, and whale watching
Navigate past the snow-capped Melchior Islands and Schollaert Channel between Brabant and Anvers islands. Over four days, participate in Zodiac cruises and landings at Danco Island, Neko Harbour, Paradise Bay with feeding humpback and minke whales, Pléneau and Petermann islands via the Lemaire Channel, historic Port Lockroy on Goudier Island with potential snowshoeing at Damoy Point, and Wilhelmina Bay to view whales and the shipwreck of the Guvernøren.
Day 8-9: Familiar seas, familiar friends
Northbound crossing of the Drake Passage
Retrace the route northward across the Drake Passage toward South America. Spend time at sea observing pelagic seabirds following in the ship's wake, attending final presentations, and reviewing memories with fellow travelers.
Day 10: There and back again
Disembarkation in Ushuaia
Arrive in Ushuaia in the morning. Complete disembarkation procedures after breakfast, bringing the Antarctic Peninsula journey to an official close.
INCLUSIONS
Voyage aboard the indicated vessel as indicated in the itinerary.All meals throughout the voyage aboard the ship including snacks, coffee and tea.All shore excursions and activities throughout the voyage by Zodiac.Program of lectures by noted naturalists and leadership by experienced expedition staff.
Complimentary use of waterproof neoprene expedition muck boots and snowshoes.Luggage transfer from pick-up point to the vessel on the day of embarkation, in Ushuaia.Pre-scheduled group transfer from the vessel to the airport in Ushuaia (directly after disembarkation).All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the programme.Comprehensive pre-departure material.
Complimentary Wi-Fi connectivity. All guests receive 1.5 GB of data usage per day, which resets every 24 hours.
Complimentary Dopper water bottle for use during and after your expedition.
EXCLUSIONS
Any airfare, whether on scheduled or charter flights
Pre- and post- land arrangements.Passport and visa expenses.Government arrival and departure taxes.Meals ashore.Baggage, cancellation and personal insurance (which is strongly recommended).Excess baggage charges and all items of a personal nature such as laundry, bar, beverage charges and telecommunication charges.The customary gratuity at the end of the voyages for stewards and other service personnel aboard (guidelines will be provided).
Cabin size 12 m²
1 porthole
2 upper & lower berths
Private shower & toilet
Desk & chair
Flatscreen TV
Telephone & WiFi (supplemented)
Hair dryer
Ample storage space
Safe deposit box
This cabin is suitable for families traveling with children, or passengers who do not require a twin or more luxurious cabin
1 porthole
1 upper berth & 2 lower berths
Private shower & toilet
Desk & chair
Flatscreen TV
Telephone and Internet connection
Hair dryer
Ample storage space
This cabin is suitable for families traveling with children, or passengers who do not require a twin or more luxurious cabin
Cabin size 12 m²
1 porthole
2 lower berths
Private shower & toilet
Desk & chair
Flatscreen TV
Telephone & WiFi (supplemented)
Hair dryer
Safe deposit box
Ample storage space
Cabin size between 12,5 m² and 13,5 m²
1 window
2 lower berths
Private shower & toilet
Desk & chair
Flatscreen TV
Telephone & WiFi (supplemented)
Hair dryer
Safe deposit box
Ample storage space
Cabin size 13,5 m²
2 windows
2 lower berths
Private shower & toilet
Desk & chair
Flatscreen TV
Telephone & WiFi (supplemented)
Hair dryer
Ample storage space
Safe deposit box
These cabins are corner cabins and are slightly more spacious than the normal twin porthole/window cabins
Cabin size between 21 m² and 23 m²
2 windows
1 double bed
1 sofa bed
Private shower & toilet
Desk & chair
Flatscreen TV
Telephone & WiFi (supplemented)
Refrigerator
Coffee & tea maker
Hair dryer
Safe deposit box
Ample storage space
* 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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