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Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica: Explorers and Kings
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Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica: Explorers and Kings

4.7/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
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26% OFF$38,320
20 days From$28,385

Highlights

  • Discover the fascinating history of the Falkland Islands
  • Explore South Georgia, with its remarkable history and spectacular wildlife
  • Visit the stunning Antarctic Peninsula
  • Incredible wildlife viewing including seabirds, penguins, seals and whales
  • Travel on a small expedition vessel
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26% OFF$38,320
20 days From$28,385
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Polar Circle Quest - 12 days
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Polar Circle Quest - 12 days

4.7/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
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12 days From$7,385

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  • The Polar Circle - Cross the Polar Circle, also known as the Antarctic Circle, where you'll visit Detaille Island – a common goal for explorers
  • Ushuaia – 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 – A historically challenging channel of water which marks the location of the Antarctic Convergence, 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 – A crucial stop on any Antarctic expedition, this spectacular archipelago is made up of islands, islets and rock outcrops, each with their own population of penguins and seals with plenty of opportunity to spot marine life offshore too
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12 days From$7,385
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Classic Antarctica - 10 days
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Classic Antarctica - 10 days

4.7/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
10 days From$4,345

Highlights

  • Ushuaia – 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 – A historically challenging channel of water which marks the location of the Antarctic Convergence, 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 – A crucial stop on any Antarctic expedition, this spectacular archipelago is made up of islands, islets and rock outcrops, each with their own population of penguins and seals with plenty of opportunity to spot marine life offshore too
  • Antarctic Peninsula – The northernmost point of the continent and a spectacular location for a shore landing with jagged mountain peaks, glaciers and an abundance of wildlife
10 days From$4,345
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Solar Eclipse & Antarctica Explorer 2021 - 20 Days
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Solar Eclipse & Antarctica Explorer 2021 - 20 Days

4.7/5 Excellent
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20 days From$11,465

Highlights

  • Total solar eclipse - witness the incredible sight of a total solar eclipse on the 4 December 2021 as we position ourselves along the central axis of this incredible spectacle
  • South Georgia - wander the abandoned streets of Grytviken, spot lumbering elephant seals and watch giant colonies of king penguins huddle together
  • Falkland Islands - stroll down the streets of quintessentially British Stanley and discover wildlife including penguins and sea lions
  • South Shetland Islands - discover this remote cluster of islands, home to a variety of wildlife, volcanic warm waters and snow-covered mountains
  • Drake Passage - cross this historically challenging channel of water which marks the location of the Antarctic Convergence and is home to a rich variety of marine life
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Cruise Antarctica & Solar Eclipse 2021 - 15 Days
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Cruise Antarctica & Solar Eclipse 2021 - 15 Days

4.7/5 Excellent
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Small Group Tour
15 days From$14,375

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  • Total solar eclipse - witness the incredible sight of a total solar eclipse on the 4 December 2021 as we position ourselves along the central axis of this incredible spectacle
  • Ocean Victory - spend your days at sea aboard our expedition cruise ship with amenities including a swimming pool, several restaurants, gym facilities and an observation lounge
  • South Georgia - wander the abandoned streets of Grytviken, spot lumbering elephant seals and watch giant colonies of king penguins huddle together
  • South Shetland Islands - discover this remote cluster of islands, home to a variety of wildlife, volcanic warm waters and snow-covered mountains
  • Ushuaia - begin and end your trip in the 'city at the end of the world' and opt to explore the incredible scenery of Tierra del Fuego
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15 days From$14,375
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“Land Ho!” Icebergs and Penguins in Otherworldly Antarctica
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“Land Ho!” Icebergs and Penguins in Otherworldly Antarctica

4.3/5 Great
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14 days From$10,999

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  • I like to spend much of the day exploring
  • Whether walking through historic neighborhoods at a moderate pace or out and about on a coach, I prefer to keep my days full
  • Stairs don’t bother me, and I love to keep up with the group
14 days From$10,999
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Mar 2018

Provided byExodus Travels
Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica: Explorers and Kingsby Exodus Travels

Antarctica, Falklands and South Georgia

18 day trip with Quark Expeditions on the Ocean Diamond from Uschuaia to the Falklands, South Georgia and the Antarctic Peninsula with landings by Zodiac in remote...

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Jul 2017

Provided byExodus Travels
Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica: Explorers and Kingsby Exodus Travels

ANTARCTICA, FALKLANDS & SOUTH GEORGIA

Holiday of a lifetime, which will never be forgotten.  Had an absolutely amazing time from start to finish. This holiday was beyond our expectations! King Peng...

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Anonymous

Jul 2017

Provided byExodus Travels
Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica: Explorers and Kingsby Exodus Travels

Antarctica, Falklands & South Georgia

It was the most wonderful experience and I wouldn't have missed it for the world. Sheer excitement. There was more than one inspirational moment and I couldn't c...

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Anonymous

Jul 2017

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Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica: Explorers and Kingsby Exodus Travels

ANTARCTICA, FALKLANDS & SOUTH GEORGIA

Fantastic - great photographic trip.    A lot of days at sea though - so an interest in sea-birds useful!  South Georgia should be a must ...

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Feb 2017

Provided byExodus Travels
Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica: Explorers and Kingsby Exodus Travels

Antarctica, Falklands & South Georgia

It was the most wonderful experience and I wouldn't have missed it for the world. Sheer excitement. There was more than one inspirational moment and I couldn't ch...

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