HIGHLIGHTS
- Explore the spectacular Antarctic wilderness in a casual
atmosphere of like-minded travelers
- Experience abundant Antarctic wildlife including immense
penguin colonies and other seabirds, seals and even some of the great
whales at close range
- Cruise in comfort along towering icebergs, serrated
maritime mountains and luminous glaciers
- Zodiac landing craft allow visitation on remote shorelines
and otherwise inaccessible areas
- Ship allows an "open bridge policy" to observe its
sophisticated navigation equipment and provides an excellent location
to view wildlife the landscape (subject to weather and critical
navigation maneuvers)
- Learn about the environment and wildlife from onboard
lecturers and specialists
- Experience the abundant wildlife: penguins, seals, whales
and more!
DATES / RATES
Rates are listed per person in USD
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| Start Date | End Date | Triple | Inside Single | Twin Portholes | Twin Window | Upper Decks | Twin Porthole Suites | Superiors | Top Deck Double | Twin Window Suites | Junior Suite | Owner's Suite |
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Mandatory Transfer Package Details:Package
Cost: USD 950 US per person
- Pre-expedition
hotel night in BuenosAires, with breakfast
- Group
transfer from the hotel to the airport in Buenos Aires
- Charter
flight from Buenos Aires international airport to Ushuaia, and return
- Group
transfer from the Ushuaia airport to the ship, and return
- Combined
airport transfer and express bus tour of Tierra del Fuego National Park
after disembarkation
- Note: Baggage allowance on charter
flights is 44 lbs (20 kg) checked and 11 lbs (5 kg) carry-on.
Rates are listed per person in USD
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| Start Date | End Date | (Starting from)
Triple | (Mid-range)
Twin Porthole Suites | (High-end)
Owner's Suite |
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Mandatory Transfer Package Details:Package
Cost: USD 950 US per person
- Pre-expedition
hotel night in BuenosAires, with breakfast
- Group
transfer from the hotel to the airport in Buenos Aires
- Charter
flight from Buenos Aires international airport to Ushuaia, and return
- Group
transfer from the Ushuaia airport to the ship, and return
- Combined
airport transfer and express bus tour of Tierra del Fuego National Park
after disembarkation
- Note: Baggage allowance on charter
flights is 44 lbs (20 kg) checked and 11 lbs (5 kg) carry-on.
ITINERARY
Day
1: Buenos Aires, Argentina
You
may arrive in Buenos Aires at any time during Day 1 of the itinerary.
Upon your arrival in Buenos Aires, you will independently transfer to
the group hotel (pre-night hotel included*).
Day
2: Charter Flight to Ushuaia, Argentina and Embarkation
After
breakfast at the hotel, the group will transfer* to the airport and
board our private charter flight* from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia,
Argentina. Upon arrival, we’ll take a short city tour of this
quaint port town before heading to the pier.
Days
3-4: Crossing the Drake Passage
Prepare
yourself for potentially rough water, but hope for a smooth sailing as
the Drake is unpredictable and always changing. You’ll spend
these first days getting to know your shipmates, while we’ll
provide safety briefings and insights into what excitement lies ahead.
Days
5-8: South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula
It
is perhaps the first sight of land itself that is embraced as the true
beginning of any Antarctic expedition. You can begin to appreciate why
this region has long captivated the attention of explorers and
travelers alike.
We
will take Zodiac excursions from the ship to explore bays, channels and
landing sites each day. With wildlife always at the forefront of our
minds you will visit penguin rookeries, scout for humpback and Minke
whales and search for a number of the southern seal species, including
the cunning leopard seal. The majesty of the Peninsula’s
mountains will enchant you as you scramble up snowy pathways to vantage
points offering you 360° views of your surroundings. One of
these in particular, in Orne Harbour, gives the opportunity to visit a
chinstrap penguin colony high up on a ridge. Here you’ll have
the choice between going for a mountain hike or spending time sitting
quietly on a pebbled beach to enjoy the antics of curious penguins.
Amidst
the serene silence of Antarctica, noisy interludes now become indelible
memories, such as penguins squabbling over prized pebbles, or the boom
and crack of a calving glacier in Neko Harbour.
Every
day will be different, having been carefully crafted by your Expedition
Team so as to entertain and educate you about this wonderful part of
the world.
Days
9-10: Drake Passage to Ushuaia
The
journey back across the Drake Passage provides you with some final
opportunities to enjoy the crisp Antarctic air. Spend time on the deck
watching for seabirds and scouting for whales, enjoy a few final
presentations by your Expedition Team or simply relax and reminisce
about your experiences.
Day
11: Disembarkation in Ushuaia with Charter flight back to Buenos Aires
You
will arrive in Ushuaia in the morning after breakfast. After
disembarkation, you will have a little time to explore Ushuaia before
we transfer to the airport for the return group charter flight to
Buenos Aires.
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WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Shipboard
accommodation with daily housekeeping
- All
meals, snacks, soft drinks and juices on board
- Beer
and wine served with dinner
- Soft
drink included at all time
- All
shore landings per the daily program
- Leadership
throughout the voyage by our experienced Expedition Leader
- All
Zodiac transfers and cruising per the daily program
- Formal
and informal presentations by our Expedition Team and guest speakers as
scheduled
- A
Photographic Journal documenting the expedition
- Photography
guide on Expedition Team
- A
pair of waterproof expedition boots on loan for shore landings
- An
expedition parka to keep
- Coffee,
tea and cocoa available around the clock
- Hair
dryer and bathrobes in every cabin
- Comprehensive
pre-departure materials, including a map and an informative Antarctic
Reader
- All
miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the program
- All
luggage handling aboard ship
- All
gratuities
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
ADVENTURE
OPTIONS
- Kayaking:
USD 995
- Paddling:
USD 295
- Camping:
USD 295 (Not available on the February or March departures)
- Skiing:
USD 575 (Available on the November and December 2019 departures only)
- Mountaineering:
USD 575 (Available on the November and December 2019 departures only)
- Stand
Up Paddleboarding: USD 295 (Available on January, February and March
2020 departures only)
