Cruise Antarctica & Solar Eclipse 2021 - 15 Days

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Explore the remote and wildlife-rich Antarctic Peninsula on this 15-day expedition cruise, which is timed to coincide with the total solar eclipse of 4 December 2021. Watch the eclipse along its central axis with the services of astronomer experts, see colonies of penguins on South Georgia, cross the Drake Passage and discover an incredible diversity of marin...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

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
    • 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
    • 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

What's this trip about?

    Explore the remote and wildlife-rich Antarctic Peninsula on this 15-day expedition cruise, which is timed to coincide with the total solar eclipse of 4 December 2021. Watch the eclipse along its central axis with the services of astronomer experts, see colonies of penguins on South Georgia, cross the Drake Passage and discover an incredible diversity of marine life on the South Shetland Islands. Explore the abandoned whaling town of Grytviken, discover the unforgiving terrain of Elephant Island and look out for whales and dolphins aboard the Ocean Victory ship.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeGroup - max of 88 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityUshuaia
End CityUshuaia

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife

Destinations

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 88

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 88

Trip includes

    • 14 breakfasts, 13 lunches and 14 dinners
    • 14 nights aboard the Ocean Victory expedition cruise ship in a shared outside double cabin with private facilities
    • Services of an English-speaking expedition team, solar eclipse expert and ship captain and crew
    • Solar eclipse lectures and a position along the central axis of the eclipse to watch the event unfold
    • Two shore excursions per day to the Antarctic Peninsula, South Georgia and the South Shetland Islands (ice and weather conditions permitting)
    • Expedition parka, rubber boots for the entire voyage and solar eclipse eye protection
    • 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
    • Taxes and port fees

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day : 1 Ushuaia

26 November 2021. Welcome to Ushuaia! As the world's most southern city, Ushuaia's nickname of 'the end of the world' is well deserved. On arrival, make your way to the port and board our home for the next two weeks, the Ocean Victory expedition cruise ship. This even...

Day : 2-4 At sea towards South Georgia

Ushuaia - South Georgia. On day 2 we set sail on our incredible Antarctic adventure. Sailing east on the South Atlantic Ocean, your days are spent relaxing aboard the ship and watching the world go by. There is plenty to see and do onboard, with three restaurants, a s...

Day : 5-8 South Georgia

We arrive at South Georgia Island on day 5. South Georgia lies around 830 km northeast of Coronation Island and 550 km northwest of Zavodovski Island. Truly off the beaten track! Over the next few days we'll explore the island, which is sparsely inhabited with a popul...

Day : 9 Total Solar Eclipse

South Georgia - South Orkney Islands. 4 December 2021. Today is eclipse day! We have chosen the best possible spot to watch the eclipse aboard our ship. We'll be in position along the central axis of the eclipse, east of the South Orkney Islands. Eye protection will b...

Day : 10 Day at sea

South Orkney Islands - South Shetland Islands. Today we continue south towards the Antarctic Peninsula. As we near this pristine wilderness and the South Shetland Islands, the presence of wildlife begins to multiply. Leopard, fur and weddell seals relax on Cuverville ...

Day : 11-12 South Shetland Islands

We are amongst the most southern human beings in the entire world at this moment. During the next two days we'll be exploring the wildlife-rich South Shetland Islands. Our itinerary must be flexible over these two days and is subject to change depending on the weather...

Day : 13-14 The Drake Passage

South Shetland Islands - Ushuaia. On day 13 we begin our voyage back towards mainland South America. This will involve crossing the famous Drake Passage, where the cold waters of Antarctica meet the warmer waters of the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. This interaction ca...

Day : 15 Ushuaia

10 December 2021. Crossing the Beagle Channel between Tierra del Fuego and Isla Navarino during the night, we arrive back at Ushuaia this morning. Enjoy a final breakfast and say goodbye to your crew before disembarking.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $14,375
Price per day$958
Last Updated: 2/23/2024

The prices shown are per person based on twin occupancy sharing a Category C Balcony Stateroom on the Ocean Victory ship. The 'Single supplement' is compulsory for solo travellers or if your booking party cannot reach the minimum of 2 persons in a room and the amount needs to be added to the per person price. The single supplement offers the comfort of your own room and is also available to any other person wanting their own room. There are several different categories of cabins, prices vary and all are subject to availability. Solo travellers please note that there are a limited number of single cabins which cost less than paying the single supplement on a twin / double cabin. Some triple cabins are also available. This is a specialist voyage and places are limited, please contact us via email or telephone to check availability and to make a reservation. This trip cannot be booked online.

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International flights and visas
    • Government arrival and departure taxes
    • Tips for the expedition staff & crew (we recommend USD $13.50 per day)
    • Pre and post tour accommodation, plus any airport or port transfers
    • Any meals not onboard the ship & any drinks (excluding tea and coffee)

Accommodation

Ocean Victory expedition cruise ship
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Age Requirements
No age restrictions
12 and above.
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