Antarctica: Classic South Georgia + The Falklands
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On arrival, you’ll be warmly greeted and escorted to the 5-star Arakur Resort & Spa.
This morning’s guided tour explores the pristine forests, waterways and mountains of spectacular Tierra del Fuego National Park. Traveling all the way to Lapataia Bay, you’ll have a chance to observe indigenous species as you learn about the region’s unique geology, f...
The mv Ushuaia navigates toward the Falkland Archipelago, providing you with a full day at sea. Our ship’s unique Open Bridge Policy allows you to join officers on the bridge to learn about navigation, watch for marine life and enjoy the views of the open ocean. These...
In the morning we hope to reach West Point Island to visit an unusual colony of Black-browed Albatross, that we’ll find nesting together with very energetic Rockhopper Penguins in the shadow of the island’s impressive cliffs. A gentle slope leads up to the site and on...
The quaint little town of Stanley was established in the early 1840’s but has progressed and grown considerably, especially over the past several decades. But despite the town’s growth and population increase, we won’t have to go far to enjoy the outstanding wildlife ...
As you begin three days of cruising across these open waters, our extensive lecture program will really get underway. The ship’s Expedition Team of expert naturalists and lecturers will share their extensive knowledge of the wildlife and unique ecosystems which you wi...
Another enriching day at sea unfolds. Enjoy lectures, bridge visits and spending time on deck with our sharp-eyed and knowledgeable Expedition Team. Meals B+L+D
With favorable conditions, South Georgia will come into sight today! Though extremely isolated, the island offers amazing scenery ranging from high mountains and mighty glaciers to deep fjords and low-lying grassland. If weather and sea conditions are favorable later ...
You’ll spend the next 3 days cruising and exploring magnificent South Georgia. Our exact itinerary will be determined by local conditions on sea and land. Among the destinations we hope to explore are: Grytviken Once a thriving whaling station, the remains of Gryt...
Again, as land and sea conditions permit, our landing sites and visits here on South Georgia might include the following: Prion Island Prion Island is a beautiful tussac-grass covered islet. With luck, you’ll have an opportunity to see a breeding colony of Wanderi...
Guided shore landings and visits continue as weather, sea and land conditions permit. Among the sites we might explore today are: St. Andrews Bay The surf beaten coastline at St. Andrews Bay runs north-south in a nearly 2-mile long sweep of fine dark sand, covered...
A final day in these waters might find us exploring the Godthul Inlet that lies between Cape George and Long Point. Gentoo Penguins are abundant on the tussac plateau and the calls of Light-mantled Sooty Albatrosses echo off the cliffs that encircle the harbor like a ...
Today finds the mv Ushuaia crossing the Scotia Sea towards the Antarctic Peninsula. You can spend time on deck with our Expeditions Team and naturalists or visit with the Officers on the Bridge. Our program of lectures and activities continues throughout the passage. Meals B+L+D
Another day at sea provides an excellent opportunity to be out on deck with our Expedition Team, to catch up on your reading, to edit your photos, or to spend time with your fellow passengers reflecting on the amazing experiences you’ve shared. Meals B+L+D
Today we hope to have a chance to call upon Elephant Island. Exploration history buffs will need no introduction to this windswept island. In 1916, Sir Ernest Shackleton was forced to leave 22 of his men stranded on these shores while he and five others embarked on an...
This morning, our ship’s Expedition Team will prepare you for the experiences that lie ahead as we approach the Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands. Later in the day, we hope to arrive at the Peninsula in the area of the scenic Antarctic Sound. Here we will...
Again, as land and sea conditions permit, our landing sites along the Antarctic Peninsula could explore: Gerlache Strait This region of broad straits, mountainous islands, protected bays and narrow channels offers moments of solitude. A profusion of tall peaks, ne...
Another day of exploration along the Antarctic Peninsula and among the South Shetland Islands will again be guided by local conditions on land and sea. Our visits could include: Deception Island Long ago, volcanic pressure on Deception Island resulted in a tremend...
Having left the Antarctic Peninsula behind us the night before, today opens to find our ship heading across the Drake Passage. Named after the renowned explorer, Sir Francis Drake, who sailed these waters in 1578, the Drake Passage also marks the Antarctic Convergence...
Lectures, briefings and visits to the bridge continue on this second day navigating northward through the Drake Passage. Meals B+L+D
Step off in Ushuaia for your transfer to the airport for your onward journey. Meals B
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