Like the ‘Antarctica Classic’, this 13-day expedition will introduce you to the magic of the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula—but allows for two additional days to explore its majesty. Part of the reward of arriving in Antarctica is the challenge of negotiating the Drake Passage—and the M/S Expedition will bring you there safely. Encounter leopard seals lazing on ice floes and immense rookeries of penguins surrounded by towering glaciers. The Expedition’s expert guides and lecturers offer knowledge and insights that really bring the nature and history of the region to life and serve to create an adventure of a lifetime.
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. The ship is at home in this part of the Southern Ocean. Take in daily lectures from your expedition team and keep an eye out for the first sightings of icebergs, whales, and albatross following in the ship's wake.
Days 5 - 10: The Antarctic Peninsula and 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 11 - 12: 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 13: 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.
