Vivid emerald, violet tints, intense blue and crimson light—the Antarctic is anything but a world of white desolation. Join us on a true adventure to a world of immense scale and visual splendour. Passing huge icebergs in the flat calm of a polar morning will reshape the way you look at your world. Encounter huge whales, enormous rookeries of penguins and stunning landscapes few have ever witnessed. This 11-day expedition will introduce you to the magic of the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula.
Tour Dates
Day 1: Arrive Ushuaia
Enjoy the sights and sounds of the world's most southerly city. Arrive in Ushuaia at any time. Overnight in a local hotel.
Day 2: Ushuaia
Embarkation on the M/S Expedition begins in the afternoon at the port in Ushuaia. We enjoy the evening sailing through the Beagle Channel.
Days 3 - 4: The Drake Passage
Our adventure begins with a 400 mile crossing of the passage that bears the name of the 16th century English explorer Sir Francis Drake. Take in daily lectures from your expedition team and keep an eye out for the first sightings of icebergs, whales, and albatross following in our sturdy ship's wake.
Days 5 - 8: The Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands
Experience some of the most unique wildlife viewing and inspiring scenery in the world as you set foot on the Antarctic continent. Attempt two shore landings per day (weather conditions permitting), and encounter gentoo, chinstrap and Adélie penguin rookeries, Weddell, crabeater and leopard seals, and orca, humpback and minke whales in the cold Antarctic waters. The peninsula also has a remarkable human history. During the voyage we will learn about some of the most important and dramatic expeditions to this remote corner of the world.
Days 9 - 10: The Drake Passage
Today we begin our journey north to our home port of Ushuaia. Review the highlights of your Antarctic experience with our lecturers and staff. Keep your eyes open on the observation deck for some final whale sightings.
Day 11: Depart Ushuaia
Disembark in the morning.
* Itinerary may be subject to change
| Per Person USD Rates 2013-2014 |
Cat 1a Quad
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Cat 1 Triple
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Cat 2
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Cat 3
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Cat 4
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Cat 5
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Kayak Departs from Buenos Aires | $8,999 | $9,499 | $10,999 | $11,999 | $12,999 | $13,999 |
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Camp, Kayak | $4,999 | $5,499 | $6,799 | $7,999 | $8,699 | $9,599 |
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Camp, Kayak | $4,999 | $5,499 | $6,799 | $7,999 | $8,699 | $9,599 |
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Camp, Kayak | $4,699 | $5,299 | $6,499 | $7,699 | $8,199 | $9,199 |
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Camp, Kayak 15% Discount! (shown in Red) Expires May 31st | $8,299 | $8,899 | $9,999 | $10,999 $9,349 | $11,999 $10,199 | $12,999 $11,049 |
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Camp, Kayak | $8,299 | $8,899 | $9,999 | $10,999 | $11,999 | $12,999 |
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Camp, Kayak | $5,999 | $6,499 | $7,999 | $8,999 | $9,999 | $10,999 |
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Camp, Kayak | $12,399 | $12,999 | $15,999 | $18,999 | $20,499 | $21,499 |
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Camp, Kayak | $5,999 | $6,499 | $7,999 | $8,999 | $9,999 | $10,999 |
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Camp, Kayak | $5,999 | $6,499 | $7,999 | $8,999 | $9,999 | $10,999 |
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Camp, Kayak | $5,999 | $6,499 | $7,999 | $8,999 | $9,999 | $10,999 |
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Camp, Kayak | $6,499 | $6,999 | $8,499 | $9,499 | $10,499 | $11,499 |
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Camp, Kayak | $5,499 | $5,999 | $7,499 | $8,499 | $9,499 | $10,499 |
Single Supplement is 1.6 times the regular price. Please note that evacuation insurance is mandatory on all cruises. Camping Excursion - $159 per person. Kayaking Excursion - $659 per person
**Valid for new bookings only. Promo cannot be combined with any other offer, promotion or discount.
Adventure options must be pre-booked and paid for prior to start of the trip. Space is subject to availability. Some activities require experience.
All trips subject to possible fuel surcharge.
