Antarctica
Falkland, South Georgia, Antarctica
Antarctica
Antarctica
Embark on an epic 22-day expedition following Shackleton's footsteps. Explore the Falklands, king penguin colonies in South Georgia, and Antarctic Peninsula glaciers, spotting whales and seals in a once-in-a-lifetime marine adventure.
Duration: 22 days / 21 nights
Starts: Montevideo, Uruguay
Ends: Ushuaia, Argentina
Language: English speaking voyage
Arrival and departure transfers included
Hotel night in Montevideo (day 1) included on a twin-share basis
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.
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.
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 22-day adventure invites travelers to explore the world's most remote reaches, following the trail of legendary explorers like Ernest Shackleton. The journey begins in Montevideo before sailing south to discover the biodiversity of the Falkland Islands and the dramatic landscapes of South Georgia. Here, encounters with massive king penguin colonies and the remains of old whaling stations offer a unique perspective on human struggle and the majesty of nature in the South Atlantic.
As the expedition moves into Antarctic waters, the landscape transforms into a labyrinth of towering icebergs and colossal glaciers. Aboard Zodiac boats, passengers can get close to whales, seals, and various penguin species, while learning about polar ecology and history through daily lectures by expert naturalists. This voyage is not just a sightseeing trip, but a deep immersion into one of the purest and most challenging ecosystems on the planet.
Highlights:
Exploration of the Falkland Islands and their rich marine bird biodiversity.
Visit to Shackleton’s grave and former whaling stations in South Georgia.
Sightings of king penguin colonies, whales, and southern elephant seals.
Zodiac landings to explore glaciers and icebergs in Antarctica.
Day 1: Montevideo
Uruguay
Arrive in Montevideo at any time and take your included arrival transfer. Enjoy free time to explore the city's sights and sounds before the start of your expedition.
Day 2: Embarkation
South Atlantic Ocean
Free morning to explore Montevideo's colorful neighborhoods. In the early afternoon, join the group transfer to the pier to embark and begin your journey sailing southwards.
Days 3-5: South Atlantic Ocean
Sailing South
Spend time on deck spotting wildlife, including albatross and whales. Educational lectures begin to provide insight and appreciation for the polar regions as we head toward the Falklands.
Days 6-7: Falkland Islands
Biodiversity & Stanley
Witness the biological diversity and extraordinary scenery. Meet locals in Stanley and observe abundant penguin colonies, including Magellanic, Rockhopper, and Gentoo species.
Days 8-9: Southern Ocean
Towards South Georgia
The lecture series resumes to prepare for the arrival at South Georgia. Spend time on deck identifying the abundant seabirds following the ship across the Southern Ocean.
Days 10-13: South Georgia Marvels
Scotia Sea Spend 4 days exploring South Georgia Island, home to Shackleton’s grave and massive king penguin colonies. Observe southern elephant seals and nesting wandering albatrosses.
Days 14-15: South Shetland Islands
Scotia Sea Crossing
Sail across the Scotia Sea toward Elephant Island. These nutrient-rich waters support a complex food chain topped by whales, seals, and numerous seabirds.
Days 16-19: Antarctic Peninsula
South Shetland Islands Exploration
Daily Zodiac landings to encounter the awe-inspiring wilderness of Antarctica. Get close to icebergs and glaciers while looking for Adélie, Gentoo, and Chinstrap penguins.
Days 20-21: Drake Passage
Returning North
Cross the 400-mile passage named after Sir Francis Drake. Cross the Antarctic Convergence and enjoy final sightings of albatrosses and petrels accompanying the ship.
Day 22: Ushuaia
Argentina
The adventure comes to a close in Ushuaia. Have a final breakfast on board before disembarking in the mor
Day 1: Montevideo
Uruguay
Arrive in Montevideo at any time and take your included arrival transfer. Enjoy free time to explore the city's sights and sounds before the start of your expedition.
Day 2: Embarkation
South Atlantic Ocean
Free morning to explore Montevideo's colorful neighborhoods. In the early afternoon, join the group transfer to the pier to embark and begin your journey sailing southwards.
Days 3-5: South Atlantic Ocean
Sailing South
Spend time on deck spotting wildlife, including albatross and whales. Educational lectures begin to provide insight and appreciation for the polar regions as we head toward the Falklands.
Days 6-7: Falkland Islands
Biodiversity & Stanley
Witness the biological diversity and extraordinary scenery. Meet locals in Stanley and observe abundant penguin colonies, including Magellanic, Rockhopper, and Gentoo species.
Days 8-9: Southern Ocean
Towards South Georgia
The lecture series resumes to prepare for the arrival at South Georgia. Spend time on deck identifying the abundant seabirds following the ship across the Southern Ocean.
Days 10-13: South Georgia Marvels
Scotia Sea Spend 4 days exploring South Georgia Island, home to Shackleton’s grave and massive king penguin colonies. Observe southern elephant seals and nesting wandering albatrosses.
Days 14-15: South Shetland Islands
Scotia Sea Crossing
Sail across the Scotia Sea toward Elephant Island. These nutrient-rich waters support a complex food chain topped by whales, seals, and numerous seabirds.
Days 16-19: Antarctic Peninsula
South Shetland Islands Exploration
Daily Zodiac landings to encounter the awe-inspiring wilderness of Antarctica. Get close to icebergs and glaciers while looking for Adélie, Gentoo, and Chinstrap penguins.
Days 20-21: Drake Passage
Returning North
Cross the 400-mile passage named after Sir Francis Drake. Cross the Antarctic Convergence and enjoy final sightings of albatrosses and petrels accompanying the ship.
Day 22: Ushuaia
Argentina
The adventure comes to a close in Ushuaia. Have a final breakfast on board before disembarking in the mor
INCLUSIONS
20 nts aboard the Expedition.
1 nt hotel in Montevideo, on a twin share basis.
Arrival and departure transfers.
Zodiac excursions with our expert expedition team.
Lectures and educational programs.
Waterproof boots supplied for USA sizes 4 - 16.
Expedition parka.
EXCLUSIONS
Anything not mentioned in the inclusions
- Located on the Main Deck
- Includes 2 lower and 1 upper berth and a porthole
- Ensuite bathroom with hairdryer
- Approximately 13.5 sq. m (145 sq. ft.)
- Located on the Lower deck
- Approximately 11 sq. m (115 sq. ft.)
- Includes 2 lower berths and one porthole
- Ensuite bathroom
- Located on the main deck
- Approximately 11 sq. m (115 sq. ft.)
- Includes 2 lower berths and one porthole
- Ensuite bathroom
- Located on the main deck, midships (Deck 2)
- Approximately 11 sq. m (115 sq. ft.)
- Includes 2 lower berths and 2 windows
- Ensuite bathroom
Located on the Captain\'s Deck or Upper Deck
- Approximately 12 sq. m (132 sq. ft.)
- Includes 2 lower berths and large view window
- Ensuite bathroom
- Located on the Captain’s Deck
- Approximately 13 sq. m (144 sq. ft.)
- Includes 2 lower berths and a large view window
- Ensuite bathroom
- Located on the Captain’s Deck
- Approximately 20 sq. m (215 sq. ft.)
- Include a double bed (comprised of 2 twin berths), a couch and sitting area, and a large view window
- Ensuite bathroom
- Located on the Bridge Deck at the stern
- Approximately 19 sq. m (208 sq. ft.)
- Includes a double bed (comprised of 2 twin berths), large sitting area with couch
- Panoramic window facing either aft or port or starboard (depending on the cabin)
- Ensuite bathroom
* 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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