Antarctica Explorer (Small Group Tours)

Highlights

• Ushuaia – Explore the starting point of your expedition cruise to Antarctica, this busy Argentine port city is the southernmost city in the world and a stunning place to spend a night at the start and end of your cruise to the Antarctic Peninsula
• Beagle Channel – Set sail along the famous Beagle Channel and scenic Mackinlay Pass from Ushuaia as you begin your Antarctic adventure, passing by spectacular snow-capped peaks and colonies of penguins and fur seals gathered on rocky outcrops
• Drake Passage – Cross one of the most historically challenging channels of water in the world. This is where the warmer waters of the north meet the cold polar waters of the south resulting in incredible biodiversity of marine life
• The South Shetland Islands – Spot penguins, seals and plenty of of marine life offshore at this crucial stop on any Antarctic expedition.
• Antarctic Peninsula – Discover the northernmost point of Antarctica and a spectacular location for a shore landing with jagged mountain peaks, glaciers and an abundance of wildlife

Included in Price

• 10-day cruise with 9 nights aboard either the Ocean Albatros or the Ocean Victory expedition cruise ship in a double cabin with en suite (other cabins categories available)
• 9 breakfasts, 8 lunches and 9 dinners
• Services of an English-speaking expedition team
• Shuttle transfer between Ushuaia city centre and the vessel at beginning of the tour and from the vessel to the city centre or airport at the end of the tour
• All Zodiac landings and excursions, as per itinerary, guided by the Expedition Team
• Expedition parka and rubber boots loan scheme for the entire voyage
• Full board on the ship, afternoon snacks, free tea and coffee daily
• Welcome and farewell cocktail parties
• Complimentary house wine, beer and soda at dinner (selected labels and brands, served at the a-la-carte dinners)
• Digital visual journal link distributed after the voyage, including voyage log, gallery, species list and more!
• Taxes and landing fees

NOT included in price

• International flights and visas
• Government arrival and departure taxes
• Tips for the expedition crew (we recommend USD 16 per person per day)
• Additional excursions and activities not mentioned in the itinerary (Kayaking, Snowshoeing, Open Air Camping - see trip notes for more details)
• Any meals not onboard the ship & any drinks (excluding tea and coffee)

Travel Package

This is an Organised Group Tour: the itinerary has been predefined by the tour operator. The tour destinations, duration, accommodations, departure dates and the price are fix. You can join, enjoy and meet other people.

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