Antarctica Explorer - 10 days
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Antarctica Explorer

Duration10 days

Explore the natural beauty of the remote Antarctic Peninsula on this 10-day group cruise tour. Starting in Ushuaia travel through the Drake Passage and marvel at the abundant wildlife as you near Antarctica. Gaze at ice-clad mountains, explore the volcanic crater of Deception Island, view vibrant penguin colonies, visit historic huts at Damoy Point, and take in towering icebergs and glaciers.

For a detailed itinerary and information about visas, money, weather and more download our Trip Notes

Tour overview

Duration10 days
StartsUshuaia
EndsAntarctica
RangeHandpicked
Tour GuideYes - Expedition crew and naturalists
Group Size
Minimum age15 yrs, accompanied by an adult
Departs
Hotel RatingOcean Albatros or Ocean Victory Ships
CountriesAntarctica
Arrival TransferNo
Departure TransferNo
Meals includedBreakfast: 9, Lunch: 8, Dinner: 9
Choose a date
Based on 2 passengers
Passengers
Adults (18+)
Children (0 - 17)
Your deal
Shown in GBP
Per person from
£7,625.00
Deposit from
£4,575.00
From
£15,250.00

Tour 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

9 nights aboard either the Ocean Albatros or the Ocean Victory expedition cruise ship in a shared double cabin with private facilities
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 cocktails
Special photo workshop and a digital visual journey to remember your trip
All service taxes and port charges

Not Included

International flights and visas
Government arrival and departure taxes
Tips for the expedition staff and crew
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)