The Polar Travel Company

Explore the Falkland / Malvinas, South Georgia, and Antarctica on a 21-day odyssey. From penguin colonies and historic sites to icebergs and wildlife, enjoy a deep immersion into the world�s most remote and breathtaking regions.

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Duration: 21 days / 20 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.

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This comprehensive expedition offers an extended look at the Falkland / Malvinas Islands, South Georgia, and Antarctica, three regions renowned for their wildlife, historical significance, research activity, and remote landscapes. In the Falkland / Malvinas Islands, you will visit western outposts and the capital, Stanley, observing penguin colonies and albatross nesting sites. Museums and guided walks provide additional insight into the heritage and conservation efforts of these unique islands before heading south.

The crossing toward South Georgia introduces travelers to a rich biodiversity of birdlife, whales, and other marine mammals, as well as early-season icebergs. Several days in South Georgia allow for focused exploration, including large breeding colonies of penguins and seals, the historic Grytviken whaling station, and the grave of Sir Ernest Shackleton. Finally, we will navigate iceberg-filled channels in the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula, visiting scientific bases and key habitats to observe seals, whales, and multiple penguin species in a pristine ecosystem.

Highlights:
Comprehensive exploration of the Falkland / Malvinas, South Georgia, and Antarctica.
Access to massive penguin and seal breeding colonies in South Georgia.
Visits to historic sites such as Grytviken and Sir Ernest Shackleton�s grave.
Sightings of whales, albatrosses, and diverse native bird species.
Zodiac cruises and guided landings in pristine, remote habitats.

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Day 1: Ushuaia, Argentina
The start of the expedition
Board the expedition vessel in the afternoon, where you'll meet your crew and fellow travellers. After settling into your cabin, the ship sets off along the picturesque Beagle Channel. Relish your first evening at sea as the southernmost tip of South America disappears from view.

Day 2-3: Crossing the Drake Passage
Heading south
Start your Antarctic adventure with a crossing of the Drake Passage, a vast stretch of open ocean that marks the Antarctic Convergence. While at sea, attend expert-led talks on Antarctica�s history, wildlife, and geology. Head to the open decks or the bridge to spot albatrosses, petrels, and even whales.

Day 4-5: Falkland / Malvinas Islands
Wildlife haven and heritage
Explore some of the westernmost settled outposts in the Falkland / Malvinas, a remote archipelago renowned for its rugged terrain. We will visit albatross and penguin colonies, including rockhopper, king, and Magellanic penguins. Museum visits and guided walks provide insight into the islands� heritage.

Day 6-7: At Sea
Sailing southeast
As we sail east, we continue birdlife sightings. From soaring giants like the southern giant petrel to the tiny Wilson�s storm petrel, a range of bird species will be riding the updrafts. Keep an eye out for whale blows and our first iceberg sightings.

Day 8-11: South Georgia
Serengeti of the Southern Ocean
South Georgia is home to tens of thousands of breeding penguins, seals, and seabirds. Explore breathtaking mountain scenery, majestically sculpted icebergs, and glaciers. We will visit the historic Grytviken whaling station, including the small cemetery where the great Antarctic explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton is buried.

Day 12-14: Scotia Sea
Toward the white continent
Heading farther south, we�ll continue our informative presentations and wildlife spotting as the icebergs grow larger and more plentiful.

Day 15-18: South Shetland Islands & Antarctica
Exploring the Antarctic continent
Explore a variety of picturesque bays and famed landing sites, maneuvering through iceberg-rich channels. Stop at active scientific bases and historic landing sites as we observe a wide range of penguin species, seals, and whales along the rugged coastlines and in the surrounding waters.

Day 19-20: Drake Passage (Northbound)
Reflection and return
Relive your adventures as you cross the Drake Passage, keeping an eye out for seabirds and whales along the way. Take part in final lectures or workshops, and enjoy a celebratory dinner with your fellow travellers as you reflect on the unforgettable journey.

Day 21: Disembarkation in Ushuaia
End of the voyage
Arrive back in Ushuaia in the early morning. After breakfast, disembark with cherished memories of an epic Antarctic expedition and new stories to tell.