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Spirit of Terra Nova

An 11-day Antarctic adventure to the edge of the world. Explore the Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands, admire monumental glaciers, and enjoy included kayaking, snowshoeing, and Zodiac cruises.


Antarctic Peninsula
©Andrea Bagi

Duration: 11 days / 10 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.


Included


Explore the untouched wilderness on our signature 11-day Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands trip. Tailored for adventurers keen to witness the continent's breathtaking landscapes, soaring glaciers, and ice-choked channels, this journey offers more time on the ice than standard voyages. Led by an experienced team of naturalists, historians, and scientists, daily excursions and educational lectures bring Antarctica's history, geology, and unique polar ecosystems to life.

This action-packed expedition includes a full suite of adventure activities at no extra cost, featuring sea kayaking through serene waters past floating icebergs and guided snowshoeing along pristine trails to panoramic viewpoints. Daily Zodiac landings and cruises bring guests face-to-face with thriving rookeries of Gentoo, Chinstrap, and Adélie penguins, Weddell, crabeater, and leopard seals lounging on ice floes, and Minke and humpback whales feeding in the nutrient-rich waters of the White Continent.

Highlights:
Signature Antarctic Peninsula voyage offering more time on the ice for deep exploration.
Sea kayaking through pristine Antarctic waters included at no extra cost.
Guided snowshoeing adventures along pristine trails to panoramic glacier viewpoints.
Abundant wildlife encounters featuring penguin rookeries, seals, and feeding whales.
Daily Zodiac landings and scenic cruises for shore exploration led by expert guides.

Itinerary

©Andrea Bagi
©Andrea Bagi
©Andrea Bagi

Day 1: Ushuaia, Argentina
Boarding and departure
Board the expedition vessel in the afternoon, meet your crew and fellow travelers, and settle into your cabin. The ship sets off along the picturesque Beagle Channel as the southernmost tip of South America disappears from view.

Day 2-3: Crossing the Drake Passage (Southbound)
Ocean crossing and briefings
Cross the Drake Passage through the Antarctic Convergence, where nutrient-rich waters sustain a vibrant ecosystem. Attend expert-led talks on Antarctic history, wildlife, and geology, watch for seabirds and whales from open decks, and participate in safety briefings for kayaking and snowshoeing. Iceberg sightings signal arrival at the South Shetland Islands by late Day 3.

Day 4-8: Exploring the Antarctic Peninsula
Core Antarctic exploration
Explore the Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands with a blend of landings, Zodiac cruises, and included adventure activities. Kayak past resting seals and diving penguins, snowshoe to panoramic glacier viewpoints, visit Gentoo, Chinstrap, and Adélie rookeries, and spot seals and feeding whales in remote ice channels.

Day 9: Farewell Landings
Final polar excursions
Head back north with an opportunity for a final landing or Zodiac cruise. Weather and ice conditions permitting, explore destinations like Brown Bluff with its towering cliffs and Adélie penguin colony, or Paulet Island, home to historic sites and abundant wildlife.

Day 10: Crossing the Drake Passage (Northbound)
Return navigation
Relive your adventures while crossing the Drake Passage. Keep an eye out for seabirds and whales, attend final lectures or workshops, and enjoy a celebratory dinner with fellow travelers.

Day 11: Return to Ushuaia
Disembarkation
Arrive back in Ushuaia early in the morning. Disembark after breakfast with cherished memories of an epic Antarctic expedition.

Itinerary

Day 1: Ushuaia, Argentina
Boarding and departure
Board the expedition vessel in the afternoon, meet your crew and fellow travelers, and settle into your cabin. The ship sets off along the picturesque Beagle Channel as the southernmost tip of South America disappears from view.

Day 2-3: Crossing the Drake Passage (Southbound)
Ocean crossing and briefings
Cross the Drake Passage through the Antarctic Convergence, where nutrient-rich waters sustain a vibrant ecosystem. Attend expert-led talks on Antarctic history, wildlife, and geology, watch for seabirds and whales from open decks, and participate in safety briefings for kayaking and snowshoeing. Iceberg sightings signal arrival at the South Shetland Islands by late Day 3.

Day 4-8: Exploring the Antarctic Peninsula
Core Antarctic exploration
Explore the Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands with a blend of landings, Zodiac cruises, and included adventure activities. Kayak past resting seals and diving penguins, snowshoe to panoramic glacier viewpoints, visit Gentoo, Chinstrap, and Adélie rookeries, and spot seals and feeding whales in remote ice channels.

Day 9: Farewell Landings
Final polar excursions
Head back north with an opportunity for a final landing or Zodiac cruise. Weather and ice conditions permitting, explore destinations like Brown Bluff with its towering cliffs and Adélie penguin colony, or Paulet Island, home to historic sites and abundant wildlife.

Day 10: Crossing the Drake Passage (Northbound)
Return navigation
Relive your adventures while crossing the Drake Passage. Keep an eye out for seabirds and whales, attend final lectures or workshops, and enjoy a celebratory dinner with fellow travelers.

Day 11: Return to Ushuaia
Disembarkation
Arrive back in Ushuaia early in the morning. Disembark after breakfast with cherished memories of an epic Antarctic expedition.


©Andrea Bagi
©Andrea Bagi
©Andrea Bagi


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


Dates & Rates


Ship: Terra Nova Adventurer | Date: 18 Dec 2026 - 28 Dec 2026 (5668)
Discovery Quad
$8,790
Discovery Triple
$9,390
Superior
$10,890
Superior Single
$10,890
Deluxe
$11,920
Ship: Terra Nova Adventurer | Date: 06 Jan 2027 - 16 Jan 2027 (5669)
Discovery Quad
$9,290
Discovery Triple
$9,920
Superior
$11,690
Superior Single
$11,690
Deluxe
$12,510
Premium
$13,790
Ship: Terra Nova Adventurer | Date: 25 Jan 2027 - 04 Feb 2027 (5671)
Discovery Quad
$9,290
Discovery Triple
$9,920
Superior
$11,690
Superior Single
$11,690
Deluxe
$12,510
Premium
$13,790
Ship: Terra Nova Adventurer | Date: 25 Feb 2027 - 07 Mar 2027 (5673)
Discovery Quad
$8,790
Discovery Triple
$9,390
Superior
$10,890
Superior Single
$10,890
Deluxe
$11,920
Premium
$12,860
Ship: Terra Nova Adventurer | Date: 29 Dec 2027 - 08 Jan 2028 (5674)
Discovery Quad
$9,740
Discovery Triple
$10,770
Superior
$14,780
Superior Single
$14,780
Deluxe
$15,980
Premium
$16,780
Ship: Terra Nova Adventurer | Date: 26 Jan 2028 - 05 Feb 2028 (5675)
Discovery Quad
$10,940
Discovery Triple
$11,920
Superior
$14,440
Superior Single
$14,440
Deluxe
$15,980
Premium
$17,190
Ship: Terra Nova Adventurer | Date: 07 Mar 2028 - 17 Mar 2028 (5672)
Discovery Quad
$8,920
Discovery Triple
$10,520
Superior
$12,560
Superior Single
$12,560
Deluxe
$14,590
Premium
$16,080
Ship: Terra Nova Adventurer | Date: 17 Mar 2028 - 27 Mar 2028 (5670)
Discovery Quad
$8,010
Discovery Triple
$9,440
Superior
$11,270
Superior Single
$11,270
Deluxe
$13,090
Premium
$14,430

* 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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