South Georgia & The Falklands (Malvinas)

Combine the Falkland Islands (Malvinas) and South Georgia with this 15-day expedition.


Falklands - South Georgia Island
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Duration: 15 days
Starts: Port Stanley, Falklands
Ends: Port Stanley, Falklands
Language: English speaking voyage


Included


Start in the Falklands and enjoy watching rockhopper and gentoo penguins in their native habitat. From your zodiac spot Black-browed albatrosses and petrels high above. Hike into the local settlements and meet the people who have made this island home for generations.

From there, set sail for South Georgia and its mountains, which are permanently covered in thick layers of ice and snow. On this island, wildlife is king. Visit one of the world’s largest king penguin colonies and watch elephant seals relaxing on the shores. As we sail from bay to bay, watch out for whales and beautiful seabirds flying overhead.

Itinerary

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DAY 1 | PORT STANLEY, EMBARKATION
Pick up at the airport in Port Stanley, town visit, and embarkation.

DAY 2 | SAUNDERS ISLAND, CARCASS ISLAND
During a morning visit to Saunders Island we enjoy the long white-sand beach. A wilderness experience, the main attractions there are rockhopper penguins, nesting black browed albatross, and sub-Antarctic gentoo penguins. In the afternoon we visit Carcass Island. There is an option for an easy hike to the settlement, bird watching, and a typical Falklands tea experience.

DAYS 3 | NEW ISLAND, WEDDELL ISLAND
We visit New Island, a classic West Falklands experience, with albatross & penguin colonies. Depending on local conditions, in the afternoon we could visit Weddell Island.

DAY 4 | BLEAKER ISLAND
Morning landing at Bleaker Island. This is a natural reserve with a famous bird area featuring a large variety of birds. In the afternoon we head to South Georgia.

DAY 5 - 6 | AT SEA
As we sail toward South Georgia, attend an engaging program of lectures and presentations. In the company of expert guides, watch for wildlife from the lounge or from the outside decks. You may spot magnificent seabirds, such as albatrosses and petrels, as well as different species of whales.

DAY 7 | ELSEHUL BAY
Depending on sea conditions over the previous days, arrival is planned for the afternoon. Provided we receive approval from the South Georgia Government, we plan to do an evening Zodiac cruise at Elsehul Bay.

DAY 8 | GRYTVIKEN, FORTUNA BAY
Our first landing is at Grytviken. We clear Customs and then visit the historical site, with the museum and Ernest Shackleton’s grave. In the afternoon, we land at Fortuna Bay / Stromness to see king penguins. Here we learn more about Shackleton and his expedition. There is also an optional 2-3 hour “Shackleton walk”.

DAY 9 | GOLD HARBOUR, COOPER BAY
In the morning we plan a landing at Gold Harbour. This is a spectacular location with king penguins, elephant seals and hanging glaciers. There are also sooty albatross here. In the afternoon, we visit Cooper Bay to see macaroni penguins during a Zodiac cruise.

DAY 10 | ST ANDREWS BAY, OCEAN HARBOUR
St Andrews Bay is the destination of our morning excursion. We see the largest king penguin colony, and elephant seal bulls. In the afternoon, we plan a Zodiac cruise and landing at Ocean Harbour. The highlights here are a shipwreck and remains of the whaling industry.

DAY 11 | PRION ISLAND, SALISBURY PLAIN
In the morning we plan to visit Prion Island to see the nesting wandering albatross. In the afternoon, we head to Salisbury Plain for more king penguins and stunning landscapes.

DAY 12 - 14 | AT SEA
As we make our way back to the Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) our program of lectures and presentations continues.

DAY 15 | PORT STANELY, DISEMBARKATION
Upon arrival at Port Stanley we disembark and transfer to the airport for the ongoing flight.

Itinerary

DAY 1 | PORT STANLEY, EMBARKATION
Pick up at the airport in Port Stanley, town visit, and embarkation.

DAY 2 | SAUNDERS ISLAND, CARCASS ISLAND
During a morning visit to Saunders Island we enjoy the long white-sand beach. A wilderness experience, the main attractions there are rockhopper penguins, nesting black browed albatross, and sub-Antarctic gentoo penguins. In the afternoon we visit Carcass Island. There is an option for an easy hike to the settlement, bird watching, and a typical Falklands tea experience.

DAYS 3 | NEW ISLAND, WEDDELL ISLAND
We visit New Island, a classic West Falklands experience, with albatross & penguin colonies. Depending on local conditions, in the afternoon we could visit Weddell Island.

DAY 4 | BLEAKER ISLAND
Morning landing at Bleaker Island. This is a natural reserve with a famous bird area featuring a large variety of birds. In the afternoon we head to South Georgia.

DAY 5 - 6 | AT SEA
As we sail toward South Georgia, attend an engaging program of lectures and presentations. In the company of expert guides, watch for wildlife from the lounge or from the outside decks. You may spot magnificent seabirds, such as albatrosses and petrels, as well as different species of whales.

DAY 7 | ELSEHUL BAY
Depending on sea conditions over the previous days, arrival is planned for the afternoon. Provided we receive approval from the South Georgia Government, we plan to do an evening Zodiac cruise at Elsehul Bay.

DAY 8 | GRYTVIKEN, FORTUNA BAY
Our first landing is at Grytviken. We clear Customs and then visit the historical site, with the museum and Ernest Shackleton’s grave. In the afternoon, we land at Fortuna Bay / Stromness to see king penguins. Here we learn more about Shackleton and his expedition. There is also an optional 2-3 hour “Shackleton walk”.

DAY 9 | GOLD HARBOUR, COOPER BAY
In the morning we plan a landing at Gold Harbour. This is a spectacular location with king penguins, elephant seals and hanging glaciers. There are also sooty albatross here. In the afternoon, we visit Cooper Bay to see macaroni penguins during a Zodiac cruise.

DAY 10 | ST ANDREWS BAY, OCEAN HARBOUR
St Andrews Bay is the destination of our morning excursion. We see the largest king penguin colony, and elephant seal bulls. In the afternoon, we plan a Zodiac cruise and landing at Ocean Harbour. The highlights here are a shipwreck and remains of the whaling industry.

DAY 11 | PRION ISLAND, SALISBURY PLAIN
In the morning we plan to visit Prion Island to see the nesting wandering albatross. In the afternoon, we head to Salisbury Plain for more king penguins and stunning landscapes.

DAY 12 - 14 | AT SEA
As we make our way back to the Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) our program of lectures and presentations continues.

DAY 15 | PORT STANELY, DISEMBARKATION
Upon arrival at Port Stanley we disembark and transfer to the airport for the ongoing flight.


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INCLUSIONS

• For air-cruises starting in Punta Arenas, group transfers airport/hotel on Day 1.
• For air-cruises starting in Punta Arenas, one overnight with breakfast in Punta Arenas at the Cabo de Hornos Hotel or similar, with a welcome dinner including drinks on Day 1.
• 1 overnight with breakfast in Punta Arenas at the Cabo de Hornos Hotel or similar on the Day of the Scheduled Return Flight from Antarctica.
• For air-cruises starting in Punta Arenas, exclusive access to Explorers House
• Group transfers airport/hotel on the Day of the Scheduled Return Flight from Antarctica, and group transfers hotel/airport on last Day of the air-Cruise.
• Flight from Punta Arenas to Frei Station on King George Island and/or vice versa as indicated in the program corresponding to each voyage.
• Ship cruise as indicated in the program corresponding to each voyage.
• Daily buffet breakfast and lunch on board ship offering a wide choice of dishes.
• Daily served dinner on board ship offering a choice of three main courses.
• Wine, beer, juice, and soft drinks served with lunch and dinner on board ship.
• Coffee, tea, chocolate, cappuccino, water and snacks on board ship throughout the expedition.
• All guided shore excursions.
• Lectures and entertainment on board.
• Comprehensive pre- and post-voyage information material.
• Loan of waterproof boots for landing in Antarctica.
• Contingency Plan.
• IAATO passenger fee.

EXCLUSIONS

• Accommodation, meals, excursions and transfers other than those included in the itinerary and the Contingency Plan corresponding to each voyage. Specifically, dinner in Punta Arenas upon return from Antarctica is not included.
• Beverages purchased at the ship’s bar.
• Internet connection on board the ship.
• Personal travel insurance.
• Extra expenses (communication, laundry, souvenirs, etc.).
• Gratuities.
• Visas for Chile and/or Argentina, passport expenses, and any arrival and/or departure tax, if applicable.


Dates & Rates


Ship: Magellan Explorer | Date: 23 Sept 2024 - 09 Oct 2024 (2466)
Triple Suite
$16,995
Porthole
$9,995
Veranda Cabins
$12,995
Deluxe Veranda
$13,995
Penthouse Suite
$15,995
Suite
$25,990
Single
$23,995
Ship: Magellan Explorer | Date: 09 Oct 2024 - 25 Oct 2024 (2467)
Triple Suite
$16,995
Porthole
$9,995
Veranda Cabins
$12,995
Deluxe Veranda
$13,995
Penthouse Suite
$15,995
Suite
$25,990
Single
$23,995

* 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.
** 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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