Antarctica
Falkland, South Georgia, Antarctica
Antarctica
Antarctica
An epic 21-day expedition through subantarctic oases and the white continent. Explore massive penguin colonies in the Falkland / Malvinas Islands and South Georgia before discovering the pristine beauty of Antarctica.
Duration: 21 days / 20 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.
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.
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.
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.
This ultimate expedition will transport you to a world like no other, exploring some of the most isolated and breathtaking landscapes on Earth. The journey begins in Ushuaia and heads to the Falkland / Malvinas Islands, a birder's paradise home to five penguin species and the world’s largest Black-browed Albatross colony. Next, you will have four days to explore the subantarctic oasis of South Georgia Island, home to over one million King Penguins and millions of fur seals, where we also plan to pay our respects at the grave of Sir Ernest Shackleton in Grytviken.
As we cross the Antarctic Convergence, whale and bird activity increases in these nutrient-rich waters. Arriving at the frozen continent, we will have five days with more than 20 hours of daylight to explore towering glaciers, secluded beaches, and Adélie and Chinstrap penguin rookeries. The adventure includes daily landings, hikes, and Zodiac excursions, allowing photographers to capture the changing light and unrestrained biodiversity of this region. Crossing the legendary Drake Passage on the journey home cements your place among the mariners who have navigated these famous waters.
Highlights:
Deep exploration of the Falkland / Malvinas Islands and its albatross and penguin colonies.
Four days in South Georgia, the "Serengeti of the Southern Ocean," with massive wildlife.
Five days of exploration in the Antarctic Peninsula with extended daylight hours.
Historical visit to Grytviken and the ruins of the century-old whaling industry.
Option to join sea kayaking excursions with expert guides in pristine environments.
Day 1: Ushuaia, Argentina
Arrival in the city at the end of the world
Arrival in Ushuaia, the gateway to the expedition. Transfer to the hotel for the first night’s stay and a welcome dinner with fellow travellers and guides.
Day 2: Ushuaia
Embarkation and departure
Free morning in Ushuaia before transfer to the port to board the ship. The captain and expedition team will welcome you on board as we set sail for the Falkland Islands.
Day 3: At sea
Cruising the South Atlantic
Series of lectures on the biology and history of the Falkland Islands. Observation of seabirds such as black-browed albatrosses and searching for orcas or sei whales from the bridge.
Days 4–5: Falkland Islands
A paradise of birds and white beaches
Exploration of the pristine nature of the satellite islands. Visit to colonies of five species of penguins and albatrosses. Time to explore the capital, Puerto Argentino (Stanley), and its history.
Days 6–7: At sea
Heading for Shag Rocks
Rest days and lectures. Cruising near Shag Rocks, rugged islets rising from the ocean, ideal for bird and whale watching in nutrient-rich waters.
Days 8–11: South Georgia
The Serengeti of the Southern Ocean
Four days dedicated to this wildlife sanctuary. Visits to Salisbury Plain and St Andrews Bay to see thousands of king penguins. A tribute to Shackleton in Grytviken and exploration of glaciers.
Days 12–13: At sea
Crossing the Scotia Sea
Sailing south with lectures focusing on Antarctica. Sighting of the first giant icebergs as we enter the realm of 20 hours of daylight.
Days 14–18: Antarctica
The frozen continent
Five days of exploration on the peninsula. Landings at sites such as Elephant Island, Brown Bluff and Deception Island. Sightings of humpback whales, killer whales and massive colonies of Adélie penguins.
Days 19–20: At sea
The legendary Drake Passage
Sailing back towards South America, crossing the famous passage. Time to rest, process photos and enjoy the final talks from the team of experts.
Day 21: Ushuaia
End of the expedition
Arrival at the port of Ushuaia early in the morning. After the final breakfast, complimentary transfer to the international airport to begin the return journey.
Day 1: Ushuaia, Argentina
Arrival in the city at the end of the world
Arrival in Ushuaia, the gateway to the expedition. Transfer to the hotel for the first night’s stay and a welcome dinner with fellow travellers and guides.
Day 2: Ushuaia
Embarkation and departure
Free morning in Ushuaia before transfer to the port to board the ship. The captain and expedition team will welcome you on board as we set sail for the Falkland Islands.
Day 3: At sea
Cruising the South Atlantic
Series of lectures on the biology and history of the Falkland Islands. Observation of seabirds such as black-browed albatrosses and searching for orcas or sei whales from the bridge.
Days 4–5: Falkland Islands
A paradise of birds and white beaches
Exploration of the pristine nature of the satellite islands. Visit to colonies of five species of penguins and albatrosses. Time to explore the capital, Puerto Argentino (Stanley), and its history.
Days 6–7: At sea
Heading for Shag Rocks
Rest days and lectures. Cruising near Shag Rocks, rugged islets rising from the ocean, ideal for bird and whale watching in nutrient-rich waters.
Days 8–11: South Georgia
The Serengeti of the Southern Ocean
Four days dedicated to this wildlife sanctuary. Visits to Salisbury Plain and St Andrews Bay to see thousands of king penguins. A tribute to Shackleton in Grytviken and exploration of glaciers.
Days 12–13: At sea
Crossing the Scotia Sea
Sailing south with lectures focusing on Antarctica. Sighting of the first giant icebergs as we enter the realm of 20 hours of daylight.
Days 14–18: Antarctica
The frozen continent
Five days of exploration on the peninsula. Landings at sites such as Elephant Island, Brown Bluff and Deception Island. Sightings of humpback whales, killer whales and massive colonies of Adélie penguins.
Days 19–20: At sea
The legendary Drake Passage
Sailing back towards South America, crossing the famous passage. Time to rest, process photos and enjoy the final talks from the team of experts.
Day 21: Ushuaia
End of the expedition
Arrival at the port of Ushuaia early in the morning. After the final breakfast, complimentary transfer to the international airport to begin the return journey.
INCLUSIONS
Local payment, one night hotel accommodation in a twin share room (incl. dinner/breakfast), transfer to ship, all on board ship accommodation with meals, house beer, wine and soft drinks with lunch and dinner and all expedition shore excursions.
Programme of lectures by noted naturalists and airport transfer.
EXCLUSIONS
Kayaking, all items of a personal nature, laundry, drinks, gratuities. Internati
Deck 3 Single Staterooms are 14m2-15m2 and feature two porthole windows, queen-size bed with twin option, and marble bathroom with shower.
Deck 3 Superior Staterooms are 18m2 and feature a picture window, queen-size bed with twin option, and marble bathroom with shower.
Deck 4 Superior Single Staterooms are 16m2-18m2 and feature a large picture window, queen-size bed with twin option, and marble bathroom with shower.
Deck 4 Superior Staterooms are 18m2 and feature a large picture window, queen-size bed with twin option, and marble bathroom with shower.
Deck 5 Superior Balcony Staterooms are 19m2-20m2 including a 1.5m2 French balcony, queen-size bed with twin option, and marble bathroom with shower.
Located on Deck 5, Discovery Suites are 39m2 including a 1.5m2 French balcony, living room with desk and sofa (converts to single bed), vanity table, walk-in closet and marble bathroom with separate shower and bathtub.
Located on Deck 7, Navigator Suites are 37m2 including an 8m2 furnished balcony, queen-size bed with twin option, and marble bathroom with separate shower and bathtub.
Located on Deck 7, Worsley Suites are 57m2 including a 8m2 furnished private balcony, living room with desk and sofa (converts to single bed), espresso machine, vanity table, walk-in closet and marble bathroom with separate shower and bathtub.
Located on Deck 7, Heritage Suites are 67m2 including a 15m2 furnished private balcony, living room with desk and sofa (converts to single bed), espresso machine, vanity table, walk-in closet and marble bathroom with separate shower and bathtub.
* 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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