Antarctica
Antarctica
Follow the trail of Sir Ernest Shackleton from Antarctica's serene ice to the wildlife sanctuary of South Georgia. Explore Weddell Sea's ‘Iceberg Alley’ and hike the final leg of Shackleton's historic traverse to Stromness. This quintessential polar voyage is enriched with historical insights and abundant wildlife sightings.
Duration: 20 days / 19 nights
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.
This quintessential 20-day polar voyage invites guests to follow in the footsteps of Sir Ernest Shackleton, known as 'the Boss'. The journey begins by exploring the Antarctic Peninsula and setting foot on the continent, before heading north to the spectacular Antarctic Sound, known as ‘Iceberg Alley’. Travelers embrace the true expedition spirit by navigating as far as possible into the Weddell Sea, the historical location where Shackleton’s Endurance met its fate. This remote area is renowned for enormous tabular icebergs that escape into the Antarctic Sound, providing a dramatic backdrop.
The final legs of the voyage retrace the most desperate moments of the Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition. This includes setting course for Elephant Island—the desolate outpost where 22 men survived for months—and then following the perilous route of the James Caird across the Scotia Sea. The adventure culminates in South Georgia, an incredible wildlife sanctuary where fur seals, elephant seals, and four species of penguin coexist in harmony. The expert expedition team enriches the journey with insights, wildlife-spotting tips, and stories of Shackleton’s epic adventure.
Highlights:
Marvel at the enormous tabular icebergs that escape the Weddell Sea into the Antarctic Sound, also known as ‘Iceberg Alley’.
Learn about the fascinating history of Shackleton’s Endurance expedition, including the 2022 discovery of the shipwreck.
Experience South Georgia, an incredible wildlife sanctuary where fur seals, elephant seals and four species of penguin coexist in harmony.
Hike from Fortuna Bay to the abandoned Stromness whaling station, repeating the final leg of Shackleton’s remarkable traverse of South Georgia from east to west.
INCLUSIONS
All airport transfers mentioned in the itinerary.
One night’s hotel accommodation including breakfast, in Ushuaia on Day 1.
Lake Escondido tour in Ushuaia, on Day 2.
Onboard accommodation during voyage, including daily cabin service.
All meals, snacks, tea, coffee, soft drinks and juices during voyage.
Beer and house wine with dinner.
Captain’s Farewell reception including four-course dinner, house cocktails, house beer and wine, non-alcoholic beverages.
All shore excursions and Zodiac cruises.
Educational lectures and guiding services provided by Expedition Team.
Complimentary access to onboard expedition doctor and medical clinic (initial consultation).
One 3-in-1 waterproof, polar expedition jacket.
Complimentary use of Muck Boots during the voyage.
Comprehensive pre-departure information.
Port surcharges, permits and landing fees.
Wi-Fi*.
* Please note we travel to remote regions and therefore the connection can be unreliable.
EXCLUSIONS
International or domestic flights – unless specified in the itinerary.
Transfers – unless specified in the itinerary.
Airport arrival or departure taxes.
Passport, visa, reciprocity and vaccination fees and charges.
Travel insurance or emergency evacuation charges.
Hotel accommodation and meals – unless specified in the itinerary.
Optional excursions and optional activity surcharges.
All items of a personal nature, including but not limited to alcoholic beverages (outside of dinner service), gratuities, laundry services, personal clothing, medical expenses or phone charges.
Note: A $15 USD per person per day gratuity for the crew is automatically added to your onboard account. It is at your discretion if you would like to remove the tip (or adjust the amount) when you settle your bill. It is not necessary to tip the expedition team members. This gratuity amount is included for suites as part of their ‘Suite Benefits’.
* 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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