Antarctica
Falkland, South Georgia, Antarctica
Antarctica
Antarctica
Sail the Southern Ocean on a 21-day expedition discovering the birdlife of the Falkland / Malvinas Islands, hundreds of thousands of king penguins in South Georgia, and the majesty of the Antarctic Peninsula with included kayaking.
Duration: 21 days / 20 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.
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.
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.
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.
Embark on a 21-day expedition across the Southern Ocean into one of the greatest wildlife spectacles on Earth. The journey begins by exploring the remote Falkland / Malvinas Islands, home to spectacular seabird colonies and diverse penguin species. Crossing the Scotia Sea along the Scotia Ridge —one of the Southern Ocean’s most productive marine environments—, the voyage arrives at South Georgia at the height of the austral summer, where hundreds of thousands of king penguins, fur seals, and elephant seals crowd sweeping beaches beneath glacier-covered mountains.
Continuing southwest, the expedition ventures into the White Continent to explore the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula. Amid towering mountains, immense glaciers, and sculpted icebergs, travelers will experience bustling penguin rookeries, feeding whales, and seals resting on ice floes. Through daily Zodiac landings, guided walks, onboard lectures led by an expert naturalist team, and sea kayaking through pristine waters included at no extra cost, this voyage delivers an unforgettable immersion into the heart of Antarctica.
Highlights:
Stand before some of the world's greatest king penguin colonies in South Georgia.
Discover the rich seabird colonies and rugged coastal landscapes of the Falkland / Malvinas Islands.
Cross the Scotia Sea, an exceptional marine environment for seabirds and whales.
Explore the dramatic glaciers, channels, and icebergs of the Antarctic Peninsula.
Sea kayaking through pristine Antarctic waters and daily Zodiac excursions included at no extra cost.
Day 1: Ushuaia, Argentina - Embarkation
Boarding and departure
Board Terra Nova Adventurer in Ushuaia in the afternoon, settle into your cabin, and meet your expedition team. Following safety briefings, leave the Beagle Channel behind to begin the journey into the South Atlantic Ocean toward the Falkland / Malvinas Islands.
Day 2: At Sea - Towards the Falkland Islands
Ocean crossing and lectures
Sailing east across the South Atlantic. Enjoy your first full day at sea getting acquainted with expedition life, attend introductory lectures on regional wildlife and history, and scan the surrounding waters for albatrosses, petrels, and whales.
Day 3-4: Falkland Islands
Island wildlife exploration
Explore the remote islands and rugged coastlines of the Falkland / Malvinas Islands by Zodiac and on foot. Observe penguin species, marine mammals, and seabird colonies while learning about the natural and human history of the archipelago.
Day 5-6: Crossing the Scotia Sea
Pelagic ocean navigation
Set course east across the Scotia Sea toward South Georgia. This productive marine area supports vast numbers of seabirds and marine mammals. Join naturalists on deck for wildlife spotting and attend lectures on South Georgia's ecology and history.
Day 7-10: South Georgia - The Kingdom of Kings
Sub-Antarctic wildlife haven
Spend four days exploring South Georgia by Zodiac and on foot. Experience massive king penguin rookeries featuring adults and brown chicks, alongside fur seals and elephant seals on sweeping beaches. Weather permitting, visit Grytviken to learn about whaling history and pay respects at Sir Ernest Shackleton's grave.
Day 11-12: South Towards Antarctica
Sailing to the White Continent
Steam southwest toward Antarctica. Attend educational lectures on glaciology, polar history, and conservation while scanning the horizon for the first iceberg sightings as the ship enters Antarctic waters.
Day 13-17: South Shetland Islands & Antarctic Peninsula
Core Antarctic exploration
Explore the Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands with a flexible program adapted to weather and ice. Enjoy Zodiac cruises beneath glaciers, shore landings at penguin rookeries, sea kayaking, guided hikes, photography, and an optional polar plunge.
Day 18: Antarctica - Final Expedition Day
Final polar encounters
Conclude polar explorations with a final day navigating iceberg-filled channels or watching feeding whales in sheltered bays before turning north toward the Drake Passage.
Day 19-20: Drake Passage
Northbound ocean crossing
Cross the legendary Drake Passage returning north to South America. Attend final presentations hosted by the expedition team, exchange photos with fellow travelers, and observe seabirds as the ship rounds Cape Horn into the Beagle Channel.
Day 21: Ushuaia, Argentina - Disembarkation
Final disembarkation
Arrive in Ushuaia in the morning and disembark after breakfast, concluding your Southern Ocean expedition.
Day 1: Ushuaia, Argentina - Embarkation
Boarding and departure
Board Terra Nova Adventurer in Ushuaia in the afternoon, settle into your cabin, and meet your expedition team. Following safety briefings, leave the Beagle Channel behind to begin the journey into the South Atlantic Ocean toward the Falkland / Malvinas Islands.
Day 2: At Sea - Towards the Falkland Islands
Ocean crossing and lectures
Sailing east across the South Atlantic. Enjoy your first full day at sea getting acquainted with expedition life, attend introductory lectures on regional wildlife and history, and scan the surrounding waters for albatrosses, petrels, and whales.
Day 3-4: Falkland Islands
Island wildlife exploration
Explore the remote islands and rugged coastlines of the Falkland / Malvinas Islands by Zodiac and on foot. Observe penguin species, marine mammals, and seabird colonies while learning about the natural and human history of the archipelago.
Day 5-6: Crossing the Scotia Sea
Pelagic ocean navigation
Set course east across the Scotia Sea toward South Georgia. This productive marine area supports vast numbers of seabirds and marine mammals. Join naturalists on deck for wildlife spotting and attend lectures on South Georgia's ecology and history.
Day 7-10: South Georgia - The Kingdom of Kings
Sub-Antarctic wildlife haven
Spend four days exploring South Georgia by Zodiac and on foot. Experience massive king penguin rookeries featuring adults and brown chicks, alongside fur seals and elephant seals on sweeping beaches. Weather permitting, visit Grytviken to learn about whaling history and pay respects at Sir Ernest Shackleton's grave.
Day 11-12: South Towards Antarctica
Sailing to the White Continent
Steam southwest toward Antarctica. Attend educational lectures on glaciology, polar history, and conservation while scanning the horizon for the first iceberg sightings as the ship enters Antarctic waters.
Day 13-17: South Shetland Islands & Antarctic Peninsula
Core Antarctic exploration
Explore the Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands with a flexible program adapted to weather and ice. Enjoy Zodiac cruises beneath glaciers, shore landings at penguin rookeries, sea kayaking, guided hikes, photography, and an optional polar plunge.
Day 18: Antarctica - Final Expedition Day
Final polar encounters
Conclude polar explorations with a final day navigating iceberg-filled channels or watching feeding whales in sheltered bays before turning north toward the Drake Passage.
Day 19-20: Drake Passage
Northbound ocean crossing
Cross the legendary Drake Passage returning north to South America. Attend final presentations hosted by the expedition team, exchange photos with fellow travelers, and observe seabirds as the ship rounds Cape Horn into the Beagle Channel.
Day 21: Ushuaia, Argentina - Disembarkation
Final disembarkation
Arrive in Ushuaia in the morning and disembark after breakfast, concluding your Southern Ocean expedition.
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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