Across the Antarctic Circle
Follow Captain Cook’s wake to the farthest southerly point of any of our voyages. Cross the Antarctic Circle and earn more than bragging rights. Enter a world of elegant snow petrels, powerful orcas and dreamlike icebergs. Kayakers explore where few have gone before. Ice-clad mountains, feeding whales and lively penguin colonies will be etched in your memory forever.
Highlights
• Sail through Lemaire Channel into icy wonderland
• Champagne toast at Antarctic Circle, 66°33’ South
• Visit fascinating scientific stations and historic huts
• Sail into the active caldera of Deception Island
• Paddle kayaks among gorgeous, wave-sculpted icebergs
• Zodiac cruise near leopard and crabeater seals
Day 1 — Ushuaia, Argentina
Arrive in Ushuaia nestled at the base of ice-clad mountains, replete with great cafes and restaurants. You’ll be met by an expedition representative and transferred to your downtown hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
Day 2 — Ushuaia - Embarkation
Check-out of your hotel and enjoy time for last minute shopping, exploring, or tasting hand made chocolates before boarding Greg Mortimer in the late afternoon to sail Beagle Channel.
Days 3 to 5 — Drake Passage and South Shetland Islands
Enjoy seabirds on Drake Passage, first landing in South Shetlands, scenic and whale-rich Gerlache Strait, then Lemaire Channel.
Days 6 to 8 — Antarctic Peninsula Southbound
Sail down Penola Strait and Grandidier Channel to Circle and beyond (ice willing), aiming for two spectacular landings daily.
Days 9 to 11 — Antarctic Peninsula Northbound
As we return north, enjoying more continental landings, Zodiac cruises, wildlife, scientific stations such as Vernadsky, and historic sites like Port Lockroy.
Day 12 — Drake Passage
Cross Drake Passage, a time for reflection, seabird watching, sharing tales and photos and celebration of a great experience.
Day 13 — Ushuaia, Argentina
Enjoy a delicious breakfast, bid farewell to new friends before heading home, or on to your next adventure.
Itinerary is subject to ice and weather conditions.
* Itinerary may be subject to change
| Per Person USD Rates Antarctica 2019-20 |
Aurora Stateroom Triple |
Aurora Stateroom Twin |
Balcony Stateroom C |
Balcony Stateroom B |
Balcony Stateroom A |
Balcony Suite |
Junior Suite |
Captain's Suite |
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Camp, XC Ski, Mountaineering, Photography, Kayak, Snowshoe Save 10% (Prices in Red) Expires Mar 31st 2019 | $10,500$9,450 | $11,300$10,170 | $11,500$10,350 | $11,800$10,620 | $14,800$13,320Full | $17,400$15,660 | $20,000$18,000 | |
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Camp, XC Ski, Mountaineering, Photography, Kayak, Snowshoe Save 10% (Prices in Red) Expires Mar 31st 2019 | $10,500$9,4501 Berth | $11,300$10,170 | $11,300$10,170 | $11,300$10,170 | $14,800$13,320 | $17,400$15,660 | $20,000$18,000 | |
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Camp, XC Ski, Mountaineering, Photography, Kayak, Snowshoe Save 10% (Prices in Red) Expires Mar 31st 2019 | $10,500$9,450Full | $11,300$10,170Full | $11,500$10,350Full | $11,800$10,620Full | $14,800$13,320Full | $17,400$15,660Full | $20,000$18,000Full | |
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Kayak Save 10% (Prices in Red) Expires Mar 31st 2019 | $18,900$17,010Full | $20,300$18,270Full | $20,600$18,540Full | $21,000$18,900Full | $26,400$23,760Full | $31,100$27,990Full | $35,800$32,220Full | |
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Kayak Save 10% (Prices in Red) Expires Mar 31st 2019 | $11,900$10,710Full | $12,800$11,520Full | $13,000$11,700Full | $13,300$11,970Full | $16,700$15,030Full | $19,700$17,730Full | $22,600$20,340Full | |
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Kayak Save 10% (Prices in Red) Expires Mar 31st 2019 | $19,900$17,910Full | $21,300$19,170Full | $21,700$19,530Full | $22,100$19,890Full | $27,800$25,020Full | $32,800$29,520Full | $37,700$33,930Full | |
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Kayak Save 10% (Prices in Red) Expires Mar 31st 2019 | $10,300$9,270Full | $11,000$9,900Full | $11,300$10,170Full | $11,500$10,350Full | $14,400$12,960Full | $17,000$15,300Full | $19,500$17,550Full | |
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Kayak Save 10% (Prices in Red) Expires Mar 31st 2019 | $10,300$9,270Full | $11,000$9,900Full | $11,300$10,170Full | $11,500$10,350Full | $14,400$12,960Full | $17,000$15,300Full | $19,500$17,550Full | |
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Kayak Save 10% (Prices in Red) Expires Mar 31st 2019 | $12,300$11,070Full | $13,300$11,970Full | $13,500$12,150Full | $13,800$12,420Full | $17,300$15,570Full | $20,400$18,360Full | $23,400$21,060Full | |
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Kayak Save 10% (Prices in Red) Expires Mar 31st 2019 | $11,300$10,170Full | $12,100$10,890Full | $12,400$11,160Full | $12,600$11,340Full | $15,800$14,220Full | $18,700$16,830Full | $21,500$19,350Full | |
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Kayak Save 10% (Prices in Red) Expires Mar 31st 2019 | $8,900$8,010Full | $9,600$8,640Full | $9,800$8,820Full | $10,000$9,000Full | $12,500$11,250Full | $14,700$13,230Full | $17,000$15,300Full | |
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Photography, Kayak Save 10% (Prices in Red) Expires Mar 31st 2019 | $11,900$10,710Full | $12,800$11,520Full | $13,000$11,700Full | $13,300$11,970Full | $16,700$15,030Full | $19,700$17,730Full | $22,600$20,340Full | |
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Kayak Save 10% (Prices in Red) Expires Mar 31st 2019 | $18,800$16,920Full | $20,200$18,180Full | $20,500$18,450Full | $20,900$18,810Full | $26,300$23,670Full | $31,000$27,900Full | $35,700$32,130Full | |
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Kayak Ushuaia - Puerto Montt Save up to 25% (Prices in Red) Call to confirm discounts Expires Mar 31st 2019 | $6,200$4,960 | $7,000$5,950 | $9,100$6,825 | $9,400$8,460 | $9,600$7,200 | $13,100$9,825 | $15,400$11,550 | $17,800$13,350 |
International Airfare Not Included. Rates are per person, based on twin-share. Single costs are 1.7 times the twin rate in all cabin categories. Twin share, with no supplement, is available in Aurora Stateroom and Balcony Stateroom categories.
Flights included for Fly/Cruise itineraries.
Adventure options must be pre-booked and paid for prior to start of the trip. Space is subject to availability. Some activities require experience.
Optional Activities: Kayaking $1,200 (Antarctica) & $1,400 (South Georgia/Antarctica) & $1,300 (Patagonia), Camping Free, Photography Free, Snowshoeing $280, Ski Touring $1,200, Climbing $1,200, South Georgia Alpine Crossing $1,400 (by ski on Nov 29th & by foot on Mar 14th).
A $15 per person per day gratuity for the crew is automatically added to your onboard account. It is at your discretion if you would like to remove the tip (or increase/decrease the amount) when you settle your account. It is not necessary to tip the expedition team members.
Mandatory Emergency Evacuation Insurance Required. All trips subject to possible fuel surcharge.
| Per Person USD Rates Antarctica 2020-21 |
Aurora Stateroom Triple |
Aurora Stateroom Twin |
Balcony Stateroom C |
Balcony Stateroom B |
Balcony Stateroom A |
Balcony Suite |
Junior Suite |
Captain's Suite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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XC Ski, Mountaineering, Kayak, Snowshoe Ushuaia - Falklands Antarctica - Ushuaia Save up to 25% (Prices in Red) Call to confirm discounts Expires Mar 31st 2019 | $19,800$16,830 | $22,000$18,700Full | $23,500$19,975Limited | $24,100$20,485Limited | $24,700$23,465 | $30,400 | $36,700$29,360 | $43,000$32,250 |
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Camp, XC Ski, Kayak, Snowshoe Ushuaia - Antarctica - Ushuaia Save up to 25% (Prices in Red) Call to confirm discounts Expires Mar 31st 2019 | $10,900$8,175 | $12,100$10,285Full | $13,000$11,050 | $13,200$11,220 | $13,600$12,920 | $16,700$13,360 | $20,200$15,150 | $23,600$17,700 |
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Mountaineering, Kayak, Snowshoe Ushuaia - Falklands Antarctica - Ushuaia Save up to 25% (Prices in Red) Call to confirm discounts Expires Mar 31st 2019 | $19,800 | $22,000$18,700 | $23,500$21,150 | $24,100$22,895 | $24,700$23,465 | $30,400 | $36,700$27,525 | $42,900$32,175 |
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Camp, Mountaineering, Kayak, Snowshoe Ushuaia - Antarctica ✈ Punta Arenas Save up to 25% (Prices in Red) Call to confirm discounts Expires Mar 31st 2019 | $11,500$9,775 | $12,700$11,430 | $13,500$12,825 | $13,800$12,420 | $14,100$12,690 | $17,100$13,680 | $20,300$16,240 | $23,600$18,880 |
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Mountaineering, Kayak, Snowshoe Punta Arenas ✈ Antarctica ✈ Punta Arenas Save up to 25% (Prices in Red) Call to confirm discounts Expires Mar 31st 2019 | $11,500$8,625 | $12,500$10,625 | $13,300$11,970 | $13,500$12,150Limited | $13,800$12,420 | $16,500$14,025 | $19,400 | $22,300Full |
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Kayak, Snowshoe Punta Arenas ✈ Antarctica - Ushuaia Save up to 25% (Prices in Red) Call to confirm discounts Expires Mar 31st 2019 | $11,900$9,520 | $13,100$11,135 | $13,900$12,510 | $14,200$12,070Full | $14,500$13,050 | $17,600$14,960 | $20,900$16,720 | $24,300Full |
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Kayak Ushuaia - Falklands Antarctica - Ushuaia Save up to 25% (Prices in Red) Call to confirm discounts Expires Mar 31st 2019 | $23,300Full | $25,900$22,015 | $27,800$23,630Full | $28,400$26,980 | $29,200$27,740Limited | $35,800Full | $43,300 | $50,600Full |
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Camp, Paddleboarding, Kayak Ushuaia - Antarctica ✈ Punta Arenas Save up to 25% (Prices in Red) Call to confirm discounts Expires Mar 31st 2019 | $11,900$9,520 | $13,100$10,480Full | $13,900$13,205Limited | $14,200Limited | $14,500$13,775 | $17,600$14,960 | $20,900$17,765 | $24,300Full |
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Paddleboarding, Kayak Punta Arenas ✈ Antarctica ✈ Punta Arenas Save up to 25% (Prices in Red) Call to confirm discounts Expires Mar 31st 2019 | $11,800$9,440 | $12,900$10,320 | $13,700$12,330 | $13,900$12,510 | $14,200$13,490Limited | $16,900Full | $20,000$17,000 | $23,000$18,400 |
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Paddleboarding, Kayak Punta Arenas ✈ Antarctica - Ushuaia Save up to 25% (Prices in Red) Call to confirm discounts Expires Mar 31st 2019 | $11,500$8,625 | $12,700$10,160Full | $13,500$11,475 | $13,800$11,040 | $14,100$11,280 | $17,100$13,680 | $20,300$16,240 | $23,600$18,880 |
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Kayak Ushuaia - Antarctica Falklands - Puerto Williams ✈ Punta Arenas Save up to 25% (Prices in Red) Call to confirm discounts Expires Mar 31st 2019 | $19,400$14,550Full | $21,500$18,275Full | $23,100$19,635 | $23,600$20,060 | $24,200$20,570 | $29,800 | $35,900$26,925 | $42,100$31,575 |
International Airfare Not Included. Rates are per person, based on twin-share. Single occupancy cabin pricing surcharges range from an additional 25-70%. Twin share, with no supplement, is available in Aurora Stateroom and Balcony Stateroom categories.
Flights included for Fly/Cruise itineraries.
Adventure options must be pre-booked and paid for prior to start of the trip. Space is subject to availability. Some activities require experience.
Optional Activities: Kayaking $1,260 (Antarctica) & $1,470 (South Georgia/Antarctica), Camping Free, Photography Free, Snowshoeing $320 (Antarctica) & $370 (South Georgia/Antarctica), Ski Touring $1,260 (Antarctica) & $1,470 (South Georgia/Antarctica), Alpine trekking/Climbing $1,260, South Georgia Alpine Crossing $2,220 (by ski on Nov 9th & by foot on Dec 8th).
A $15 per person per day gratuity for the crew is automatically added to your onboard account. It is at your discretion if you would like to remove the tip (or increase/decrease the amount) when you settle your account. It is not necessary to tip the expedition team members.
Mandatory Emergency Evacuation Insurance Required. All trips subject to possible fuel surcharge.
| Per Person USD Rates Antarctica 2021-22 |
Aurora Stateroom Triple |
Aurora Stateroom Twin |
Balcony Stateroom C |
Balcony Stateroom B |
Balcony Stateroom A |
Balcony Suite |
Junior Suite |
Captain's Suite |
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Mountaineering, Kayak, Snowshoe Ushuaia - Antarctica Falklands - Ushuaia Save up to 25% (Prices in Red) Call to confirm discounts Expires Mar 31st 2019 | $23,700$17,775 | $26,300$21,040Full | $28,100$22,480 | $28,800$27,360 | $29,600$26,640 | $36,300$27,225 | $43,800$32,850 | $51,200$38,400 |
International Airfare Not Included. Rates are per person, based on twin-share. Single occupancy cabin pricing surcharges range from an additional 25-70%. Twin share, with no supplement, is available in Aurora Stateroom and Balcony Stateroom categories.
Flights included for Fly/Cruise itineraries.
Adventure options must be pre-booked and paid for prior to start of the trip. Space is subject to availability. Some activities require experience.
Optional Activities: Kayaking $1,470 (South Georgia/Antarctica), Photography Free, Snowshoeing $370 (South Georgia/Antarctica), South Georgia Alpine Crossing $2,220 (by foot on Nov 24th).
A $15 per person per day gratuity for the crew is automatically added to your onboard account. It is at your discretion if you would like to remove the tip (or increase/decrease the amount) when you settle your account. It is not necessary to tip the expedition team members.
Mandatory Emergency Evacuation Insurance Required. All trips subject to possible fuel surcharge.
| Captain's Suite * 480 Sq Ft / 44.5 m² including balcony Deck 4 Twin or double bed • Private en-suite • Full size window • Desk area • Closet space • Private balcony • Room-controlled thermostat • Safe for storing valuables • Separate lounge area • 42" flat-screen TV |
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| Junior Suite * 420 Sq Ft / 38.9 m² including balcony Deck 7 Twin or double bed • Private en-suite • Full size window • Desk area • Closet space • Private balcony • Room-controlled thermostat • Safe for storing valuables • 42" flat-screen TV • Separate lounge area |
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| Balcony Suite * 328-433 Sq Ft / 30.5-40.2 m² including balcony Deck 4 Twin or double bed • Private en-suite • Full size window • Desk area • Closet space • Private balcony • Room-controlled thermostat • Safe for storing valuables • 42" flat-screen TV |
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| Balcony Stateroom-A, Balcony Stateroom-B, Balcony Stateroom-C 225-337 Sq Ft / 20.9--31.3 m² including balcony Decks 4 & 6 Twin or double bed • Private En-suite • Floor to ceiling window • Desk area • Closet space • Private balcony • Room-controlled thermostat • Safe for storing valuables • 42" flat-screen TV Many "B" staterooms are fitted with interconnecting features making them great for families or groups |
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| Aurora Stateroom — Twin & Triple (on select voyages) 170-245 Sq Ft / 15.8-22.8 m² Deck 3 Twin or double bed (Three twin beds in Triple) • Private En-suite • Porthole window • Desk area • Closet space • Room-controlled thermostat • Safe for storing valuables • 42" flat-screen TV |
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Suite benefits include: • One free pair of binoculars per suite • 1-hour spa treatment (per person) • Free stocked mini bar (Balcony & Junior stocked once, Captain’s replenished as needed) • Gratuities/tips for crew included to the value of $15 per person per day • 1 free bottle of champagne per suite |
