Antarctica
11 DAY CLASSIC ANTARCTICA
Starting at $8,999
Enjoy this roundtrip tour from
Ushuaia, Argentina to Antarctica and back.
Trip Overview
This 11-day journey, starts in Ushuaia and ends in Ushuaia. This small-ship adventure takes you to places only accessible by boat.
Day 1: Arrive in Ushuaia, Argentina
- Enjoy the sights and sounds of the world's most southernly city!
Day 2: Ushuaia across the Drake Passage
Enjoy a free morning in Ushuaia. Do any last minute shopping, explore the town, or visit the surrounding countryside. Embarkation on the Expedition begins in the afternoon at the port in Ushuaia. Enjoy the evening sailing through the Beagle Channel.
Day 3 - 4: Drake Passage to South Shetland Islands
The adventure begins with an 1000km (800mi) crossing of the passage named in honour of the 16th-century English sea captain and privateer, Sir Francis Drake. Take in daily lectures from the expedition team and keep an eye out for the first sightings of icebergs, whales and albatross following in the Expedition's wake.
Day 5-8: Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula
Experience some of the most unique wildlife viewing and inspiring scenery in the world while setting foot on the Antarctic continent. Attempt two shore landings per day (weather 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. During the voyage, learn about the peninsula's remarkable history.
Day 9-11: Drake Passage to Ushuaia
Begin the journey north to the home port of Ushuaia. Review the highlights of the Antarctic experience with the lecturers and staff. Keep sharp eyes on the observation deck for some last-minute whale sightings.
Disembark the Expedition after breakfast.
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