Antarctica
Falkland, South Georgia, Antarctica
Antarctica
Antarctica
Sail from Montevideo to Ushuaia on a 21-day expedition exploring the Falkland / Malvinas Islands, elephant seal breeding season in South Georgia, and the pristine beauty of the Antarctic Peninsula.
Duration: 21 days / 20 nights on board.
Starts: Montevideo, Uruguay
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.
Polar Plunge More info about this activity
The ultimate icy challenge! The Polar Plunge is a classic rite of passage for every explorer, it is a heart-pumping experience that earns you a badge of courage and unforgettable memories.
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.
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.
Sail an extraordinary route from Montevideo to the Falkland / Malvinas Islands, South Georgia, the South Shetland Islands, and the Antarctic Peninsula before concluding in Ushuaia. The journey begins crossing the South Atlantic toward the sweeping coastlines of the Falkland / Malvinas Islands, home to rich birdlife and penguin colonies. Traversing the highly productive Scotia Sea, travelers will spot albatrosses, petrels, and marine mammals before reaching South Georgia at its wildest time of year, when snow still hugs the mountains and beaches pulse with massive bull elephant seals competing for breeding territory.
Heading further south, the vessel navigates the Antarctic Sound, renowned as "Iceberg Alley" for its massive tabular icebergs calved from the Weddell Sea. Arriving in Antarctica at the very start of the expedition season, extensive sea ice and fresh snow frame an untouched wilderness as wildlife returns to the continent. Led by an expert expedition team, each day offers rich exploration through Zodiac cruises, shore landings, daily lectures, and sea kayaking along remote icy coastlines included at no additional cost.
Highlights:
Sailing an extraordinary route from Montevideo to Ushuaia through the Southern Ocean's greatest wildernesses.
Experiencing South Georgia during the active southern elephant seal breeding season.
Walking among vast king penguin rookeries surrounded by snow-covered peaks and glaciers.
Navigating among giant tabular icebergs in the historic Antarctic Sound.
Sea kayaking through pristine polar waters and daily Zodiac landings included at no extra cost.
Day 1: Montevideo, Uruguay - Embarkation
Beginning of the austral voyage
Board Terra Nova Adventurer in Montevideo, Uruguay. Settle into your cabin, meet your expedition team, and attend mandatory safety briefings before setting sail across the South Atlantic Ocean toward the Falkland / Malvinas Islands.
Day 2-4: Across the South Atlantic
Sailing and educational lectures
Days at sea heading south. Settle into expedition life, attend lectures on wildlife, geology, and history, and scan the surrounding ocean from the open decks for albatrosses, petrels, and marine mammals.
Day 5-6: Falkland Islands
Island wildlife landings
Arrive at the Falkland / Malvinas Islands. Explore sweeping coastlines and rugged shores by Zodiac and on foot, spotting penguins, seabird colonies, and marine mammals with the expedition team.
Day 7-8: Traversing the Scotia Ridge
Scotia Sea ocean navigation
Sail east across the biologically rich Scotia Sea toward South Georgia. Join naturalists on deck to observe seabirds and cetaceans, and attend lectures on South Georgia's ecology and wildlife concentrations.
Day 9-12: South Georgia - Spring at its Wildest
Elephant seal breeding season
Spend four days exploring South Georgia by Zodiac and on foot during the southern elephant seal breeding season, watching bull seals compete on active beaches. Visit massive king penguin rookeries, fur seals, and seabird colonies. Weather permitting, visit Grytviken and Sir Ernest Shackleton's grave.
Day 13-14: South Towards Antarctica
Sailing toward Iceberg Alley
Set course southwest toward Elephant Island and the Antarctic Peninsula. As water temperatures drop, navigate through the historic Antarctic Sound, renowned for its giant tabular icebergs calved from the Weddell Sea.
Day 15-18: South Shetland Islands & Antarctic Peninsula
Early-season polar wilderness
Explore the Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands during early season, surrounded by fresh snow and sea ice. Enjoy Zodiac cruising beneath glaciers, sea kayaking, snowshoeing, visits to penguin rookeries, and the optional polar plunge.
Day 19-20: Drake Passage
Northbound ocean crossing
Cross the legendary Drake Passage returning north. Attend final lectures, exchange photos with fellow travelers, and observe seabirds as the ship rounds Cape Horn and enters the Beagle Channel.
Day 21: Ushuaia, Argentina - Disembarkation
Final disembarkation
Arrive in Ushuaia, Argentina in the morning. Disembark after breakfast, concluding your expedition across the South Atlantic and Southern Ocean.
Day 1: Montevideo, Uruguay - Embarkation
Beginning of the austral voyage
Board Terra Nova Adventurer in Montevideo, Uruguay. Settle into your cabin, meet your expedition team, and attend mandatory safety briefings before setting sail across the South Atlantic Ocean toward the Falkland / Malvinas Islands.
Day 2-4: Across the South Atlantic
Sailing and educational lectures
Days at sea heading south. Settle into expedition life, attend lectures on wildlife, geology, and history, and scan the surrounding ocean from the open decks for albatrosses, petrels, and marine mammals.
Day 5-6: Falkland Islands
Island wildlife landings
Arrive at the Falkland / Malvinas Islands. Explore sweeping coastlines and rugged shores by Zodiac and on foot, spotting penguins, seabird colonies, and marine mammals with the expedition team.
Day 7-8: Traversing the Scotia Ridge
Scotia Sea ocean navigation
Sail east across the biologically rich Scotia Sea toward South Georgia. Join naturalists on deck to observe seabirds and cetaceans, and attend lectures on South Georgia's ecology and wildlife concentrations.
Day 9-12: South Georgia - Spring at its Wildest
Elephant seal breeding season
Spend four days exploring South Georgia by Zodiac and on foot during the southern elephant seal breeding season, watching bull seals compete on active beaches. Visit massive king penguin rookeries, fur seals, and seabird colonies. Weather permitting, visit Grytviken and Sir Ernest Shackleton's grave.
Day 13-14: South Towards Antarctica
Sailing toward Iceberg Alley
Set course southwest toward Elephant Island and the Antarctic Peninsula. As water temperatures drop, navigate through the historic Antarctic Sound, renowned for its giant tabular icebergs calved from the Weddell Sea.
Day 15-18: South Shetland Islands & Antarctic Peninsula
Early-season polar wilderness
Explore the Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands during early season, surrounded by fresh snow and sea ice. Enjoy Zodiac cruising beneath glaciers, sea kayaking, snowshoeing, visits to penguin rookeries, and the optional polar plunge.
Day 19-20: Drake Passage
Northbound ocean crossing
Cross the legendary Drake Passage returning north. Attend final lectures, exchange photos with fellow travelers, and observe seabirds as the ship rounds Cape Horn and enters the Beagle Channel.
Day 21: Ushuaia, Argentina - Disembarkation
Final disembarkation
Arrive in Ushuaia, Argentina in the morning. Disembark after breakfast, concluding your expedition across the South Atlantic and Southern Ocean.
INCLUSIONS
Accommodation: Fully serviced cabins.
Meals: Daily meals, snacks, tea, coffee, and house beer, soda, and wine during dinner.
Shore Excursions: Guided walks, daily shore excursions, and Zodiac cruises.
Adventure Activities: Kayaking, Snowshoeing, Camping, Polar Plunge, Trekking and Yoga (Subject to weather and operational conditions).
Expedition Team: Led by experienced guides.
Lectures: Educational talks and expert guiding services.
Expedition Equipment: Loaned muck boots, outer shell/parka to keep and access to the onboard doctor and medical clinic.
Pre-departure Info: Comprehensive materials and an Antarctic booklet.
Port Fees: Includes port surcharges, permits, and landing fees.
Wi-Fi: Basic Wi-Fi complimentary; upgrades available for a fee.
Crew Tips/ Gratuities.
Cabin size Approx. 14 m² / Approx. 150 ft²
Deck 2
A practical shared cabin for up to four guests aboard Adventurer. The Discovery Quad Cabin offers approximately 14 m² / 150 ft² of space, with four single beds including two bunk-style berths, plus a dedicated desk area and an en-suite bathroom. Each cabin features a porthole.
Cabin features
Four single beds
Two bunk-style berths
Desk area
En-suite bathroom
Porthole
Best for: families, friends or guests travelling together who want practical shared accommodation with a private en-suite bathroom.
Cabin size Approx. 14 m² / Approx. 150 ft²
Comfortable shared accommodation for three guests aboard Adventurer. The Discovery Triple Cabin offers approximately 14 m² / 150 ft² of space, with three single beds including one bunk/Pullman-style berth, plus a dedicated desk area and an en-suite bathroom. Each cabin features a porthole.
Cabin features
Three single beds
Pullman-style berth
Desk area
En-suite bathroom
Porthole
Best for: three guests travelling together who want practical shared accommodation with a private en-suite bathroom.
Cabin size Approx. 14 m² / Approx. 150 ft²
Private accommodation designed for solo travellers aboard Terra Nova Adventurer. The Superior Single Cabin offers approximately 14 m² / 150 ft² of private space, with two single beds, a dedicated desk area and an en-suite bathroom. Deck 3 cabins feature a window, while Deck 2 cabins feature a porthole.
Cabin features
Two single beds
Desk area
En-suite bathroom
Window or porthole
Best for: solo travellers wanting their own private cabin, with comfortable sleeping space and a private en-suite bathroom.
Cabin size Approx. 14 m² / Approx. 150 ft²
Practical and comfortable accommodation aboard Adventurer. The Superior Cabin offers approximately 14 m² / 150 ft² of space, with two twin beds, a dedicated desk area and an en-suite bathroom. Each cabin features a window providing natural light and views outside.
Cabin features
Two twin beds
Desk area
En-suite bathroom
Window
Best for: guests looking for a comfortable twin cabin with all the essentials and a private en-suite bathroom.
Cabin size Approx. 17 m² / Approx. 185 ft²
Comfortable and spacious accommodation aboard Adventurer. The Deluxe Cabin offers approximately 17 m² / 185 ft² of space, with a double bed or two twin beds, a dedicated desk area and an en-suite bathroom. Large windows provide generous natural light and views throughout the voyage.
Cabin features
Double or twin beds
Desk area
En-suite bathroom
Large windows
Best for: guests wanting a comfortable, spacious cabin with flexible bedding, a private bathroom and plenty of natural light.
Suite size Approx. 30 m² / Approx. 325 ft²
Deck 4
Spacious and comfortable accommodation aboard Adventurer. The Premium Suite offers approximately 30 m² / 325 ft² of space, with a double bed or two single beds and a separate lounge/seating area, desk and en-suite bathroom with jet shower. Large windows provide natural light and views.
Suite features
Double or twin beds
Separate lounge
Desk
Jet shower
Large windows
Best for: guests looking for extra space, flexible bedding and a separate lounge area for relaxing between expedition activities.
* 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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