Antarctica
Antarctic Polar Circle
Antarctica
Antarctica
Join a 13-day Antarctic science expedition focused on whale research. Collaborate with researchers in tracking cetaceans and explore the Antarctic Peninsula in a unique, immersive experience.
Duration: 13 days / 12 nights
Starts: Ushuaia, Argentina
Ends: Ushuaia, Argentina
Language: English speaking voyage
This voyage is offered in partnership with the James Caird Society. It aims for deep exploration beyond the Polar Circle, targeting remote sites like Stonington and Detaille Islands. The vessel, RMS ST HELENA, is equipped with a full science lab and features two Jacuzzis and a sauna.
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.
Yoga More info about this activity
Find your balance surrounded by the serenity of polar landscapes. Classes are designed to stretch, strengthen and connect with your breath as you navigate calm waters. It is the perfect complement to relax your body after a day of expedition and absorb the peace of the wilderness.
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.
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.
Camping More info about this activity
Camp ashore in Antarctica!
After dinner, you’ll leave your cruise ship and zip ashore via a Zodiac. An experienced guide will choose the campsite spot and instruct everybody in how to set up their tents and sleeping bags. The next morning everybody will help to break down the camp, making sure that no gear or garbage gets left behind, and clean the camping gear. The location for camps and the number of camp nights offered depends on the operator, weather and location of the ship.
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.
Trekking More info about this activity
Trekking is with no doubt the first and most simple of the outdoor sports.
To wander arund nature in walks of different difficulty with basic equipment and few to worry about is one of the most fullfilling activities one can do.
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.
This 13-day expedition is designed as a working platform for science, where guests play an active role in Antarctic whale research. Through the deployment of acoustic equipment, drone operations to measure body condition, and suction cup tagging, participants directly contribute to long-term ecological datasets. Science activities include fluke photography for identification, locating animals while underway, and supporting structured observation protocols, allowing travelers to witness and learn from research outcomes almost in real-time while onboard.
With a true expedition mindset, the voyage aims to venture beyond the Antarctic Circle, exploring the dramatic icebergs and glaciers of the Antarctic Peninsula. The itinerary is flexible and dynamically adapts to maximize encounters with abundant wildlife, including not only whales but also penguins and seals. Beyond science, the experience is enriched by Zodiac cruises, guided hikes across glacial landscapes, and the opportunity to kayak through pristine waters, all under the guidance of experts in regional ecology and history.
Highlights:
Engage in whale research and observe marine mammals in their natural habitat.
Venture beyond the Antarctic Circle to one of the most remote frontiers on Earth.
Kayak through pristine Antarctic waters included at no extra cost.
Encounter abundant local wildlife such as penguins, seals, and whales.
Daily Zodiac landings and expert-guided hikes across glacial landscapes.
Day 1: Welcome on board
Embarkation in Ushuaia and Beagle Channel
Board the expedition vessel in the afternoon to meet your crew and fellow travellers. After settling into your cabin, the ship sets off along the picturesque Beagle Channel as the southern tip of South America disappears from view.
Day 2-3: Crossing the Drake Passage
Sailing towards the Antarctic Convergence
Start your adventure with a crossing of the Drake Passage, where nutrient-rich waters sustain a vibrant ecosystem. Attend expert-led talks on history and wildlife, or spot albatrosses and whales from the deck. By the end of Day 3, the first icebergs signal your arrival at the South Shetland Islands.
Day 4-7: Core science days
Research in the Gerlache Strait
Operations center on data collection through coordinated fieldwork. Activities include whale observation from Zodiacs, deploying underwater acoustic equipment, drone flights, and supporting biopsy and tagging operations led by researchers.
Day 8-10: Adaptive exploration
Whale hotspots and adventure activities
These days allow flexibility to revisit productive whale areas or participate in optional activities such as kayaking, hiking across glacial landscapes, and the traditional polar plunge in the icy Antarctic sea.
Day 11: Final landings
Exploring Brown Bluff or Paulet Island
Weather permitting, a final landing or Zodiac cruise will be held at sites like Brown Bluff, with its Adélie penguin colony, or Paulet Island, home to historic sites and abundant wildlife.
Day 12: Heading north
Final lectures and celebratory dinner
Relive the journey while sailing north with final lectures from the expert team, seabird spotting, and a farewell dinner to celebrate the expedition.
Day 13: Arrive back in Ushuaia
Disembarkation and end of voyage
Arrival in Ushuaia in the early morning. After breakfast, disembark with memories of an epic expedition and new stories to tell.
Day 1: Welcome on board
Embarkation in Ushuaia and Beagle Channel
Board the expedition vessel in the afternoon to meet your crew and fellow travellers. After settling into your cabin, the ship sets off along the picturesque Beagle Channel as the southern tip of South America disappears from view.
Day 2-3: Crossing the Drake Passage
Sailing towards the Antarctic Convergence
Start your adventure with a crossing of the Drake Passage, where nutrient-rich waters sustain a vibrant ecosystem. Attend expert-led talks on history and wildlife, or spot albatrosses and whales from the deck. By the end of Day 3, the first icebergs signal your arrival at the South Shetland Islands.
Day 4-7: Core science days
Research in the Gerlache Strait
Operations center on data collection through coordinated fieldwork. Activities include whale observation from Zodiacs, deploying underwater acoustic equipment, drone flights, and supporting biopsy and tagging operations led by researchers.
Day 8-10: Adaptive exploration
Whale hotspots and adventure activities
These days allow flexibility to revisit productive whale areas or participate in optional activities such as kayaking, hiking across glacial landscapes, and the traditional polar plunge in the icy Antarctic sea.
Day 11: Final landings
Exploring Brown Bluff or Paulet Island
Weather permitting, a final landing or Zodiac cruise will be held at sites like Brown Bluff, with its Adélie penguin colony, or Paulet Island, home to historic sites and abundant wildlife.
Day 12: Heading north
Final lectures and celebratory dinner
Relive the journey while sailing north with final lectures from the expert team, seabird spotting, and a farewell dinner to celebrate the expedition.
Day 13: Arrive back in Ushuaia
Disembarkation and end of voyage
Arrival in Ushuaia in the early morning. After breakfast, disembark with memories of an epic expedition and new stories to tell.
INCLUSIONS
Accommodation in a fully serviced cabin throughout the voyage
Three meals, all-day snacks, tea, coffee, and house beer, soda, and wine during dinner hours
All shore excursions — guided walks, Zodiac cruises, and standard adventure activities including polar plunge, yoga, kayaking, camping and snowshoeing
Expert expedition team of 12–14 guides, naturalists, and lecturers
Expedition parka/shell for you to keep, plus rubber muck boots on loan
Port fees, landing permits
Gratuities for crew
Basic Wi-Fi — upgrades available for a fee
EXCLUSIONS
Personal onboard bar charges, boutique purchases, Wi-Fi upgrades and any optional activities not listed in the inclusions
The Quad Cabins located on Deck “A” measure approximately 14 square metres (150 sqft)* and feature a desk, a window, two bunk beds (pullman style) and en-suite bathroom.
The Triple Cabins located on Deck “A” measure approximately 14 square metres (150 sqft)* and feature a desk, a window, a bunk (pullman style) and one single bed and en-suite bathroom.
The Odyssey Twin Cabins located on Decks “A” and “B” measure approximately 10 square metres (107 sqft)* and feature a desk, a window, one bunk bed (pullman style) and an en-suite bathroom.
The Odyssey Single Cabins located on the Boat Deck measure approximately 8 square metres (85 sqft)* and feature a desk, a window, an en-suite bathroom and one single bed.
The Superior Cabins located on Decks “A” and “B” measure approximately 14 - 16 square metres (150 sqft)* and feature a desk, a window, two single beds and an en-suite bathroom. Superior Cabins on deck B feature a slightly larger size and a sofa bed and porthole (instead of window).
The Deluxe Cabins located on the Promenade Deck measure approximately 15 square metres (162 sqft)* and feature a desk, a window, an en-suite bathroom and one double (King-sized) or two single beds.
Bedding Configurations:
P1 - Double/Two Single
P2 - Double/Two Single
P3 - Double/Two Single
P5 - Two Single
P6 - Two Single
P8 - Double/Two Single
P9 - Double/Two Single
P10 - Double/Two Single
The Premium Cabins located on the Promenade Deck measure approximately 18 square metres (194 sqft)* and feature a desk, a window, an en-suite bathroom and one double (King-sized) or two single beds.
Bedding Configurations:
P4 - Double
P7 - Double
P14 - Quad
The spacious Owner’s Suites located on the Boat Deck measure approximately 40 square metres (430 sqft)* and feature a seating area, a meeting area, en-suite bathroom, walk in closet and one double (King-sized) bed.
* 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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