HIGHLIGHTS
- Introductory
and affordable expedition experience
- Combines
visits to Cape Horn and Antarctica
- See
many seabirds, including wandering albatrosses and giant petrels
DATES / RATES
Rates are listed per person
|
| Start Date | End Date | From EUR | From USD |
|---|
| Nov 29, 2024 | Dec 04, 2024 | 4,636 |
4,995 |
| Jan 14, 2025 | Jan 19, 2025 | 4,636 |
4,995 |
Rates are listed per person
|
| Start Date | End Date | From EUR | From USD |
|---|
| Nov 29, 2024 | Dec 04, 2024 | 4,636 |
4,995 |
| Jan 14, 2025 | Jan 19, 2025 | 4,636 |
4,995 |
ITINERARY
Day
1 / Start of the Air-Cruise
Your
journey begins in Ushuaia, Argentina, at the pier. Board your ship in
the afternoon and sail along the Beagle Channel towards Puerto
Williams, Chile, the southernmost town in the world. Explore the
surroundings before setting sail to Cape Horn.
Day
2 / Cape Horn and Drake Passage
After
an overnight crossing of Nassau Bay, you awake in full view of
legendary Cape Horn! Weather permitting, board a Zodiac and be one of
the few privileged adventurers to step foot on this famous and rarely
visited island. Back on board, set sail towards Antarctica and cross
the famous passage named in honor of Sir Francis Drake, the great 16th
century British explorer.
Day
3 / Drake Passage
As
you sail through the Drake Passage en route to King George Island, in
the South Shetland Islands, attend an engaging program of lectures and
presentations. In the company of expert guides, watch for wildlife from
the lounge or from the outside decks. You may spot magnificent
seabirds, such as albatrosses and petrels, as well as different species
of whales on their way south to Antarctica.
Day
4 / Drake Passage and Antarctica
After
crossing the Antarctic Convergence, the environment changes noticeably.
Keep your camera ready, as this is the time to watch for the first
icebergs and the first sight of Antarctic land. Reaching the South
Shetland Islands, sail in ice-filled bays, while enjoying the company
of seabirds, penguins, seals and whales. Board a Zodiac for your first
memorable shore visit to a penguin colony. Taking advantage of the
endless Antarctic daylight, exploration will continue well into the
evening.
Day
5 / Antarctica and scheduled return flight
Upon reaching King George Island, disembark at Fildes Bay. A 2-km
(1.25-mi) walk takes you through Chile’s Frei Station and
Russia’s Bellingshausen Station to the aircraft. Bid farewell
to Antarctica as you board the flight back to Punta Arenas. Upon
arrival, transfer to your hotel for the night. (Note: Meals in Punta
Arenas are at your leisure and not included in the program).
Day
6 / End of the Air-Cruise
After
breakfast, transfer to the Punta Arenas airport for your onward flight.
Ocean Nova (Expedition, 78-guests)
Ocean Nova is a modern and comfortable vessel carrying just 78 passengers in comfort to the most remote corners of the world. Built in Denmark in 1992 to sail the ice-choked waters of Greenland, she delivers clean, crisp Scandinavian styling, and with an ice-strengthened hull she is ideally suited for expedition travel in the Polar Regions.
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WHAT'S INCLUDED
- For
air-cruises starting in Punta Arenas, group transfers airport/hotel on
Day 1.
- For
air-cruises starting in Punta Arenas, one overnight with breakfast in
Punta Arenas at the Cabo de Hornos Hotel or similar, with a welcome
dinner including drinks on Day 1.
- 1
overnight with breakfast in Punta Arenas at the Cabo de Hornos Hotel or
similar on the Day of the Scheduled Return Flight from Antarctica.
- For
air-cruises starting in Punta Arenas, exclusive access to Explorers
House.
- Group
transfers airport/hotel on the Day of the Scheduled Return Flight from
Antarctica, and group transfers hotel/airport on last Day of the
Air-Cruise.
- Flight
from Punta Arenas to Frei Station on King George Island and/or vice
versa as indicated in the program corresponding to each voyage.
- Ship
cruise as indicated in the program corresponding to each voyage.
- Daily
buffet breakfast and lunch on board ship offering a wide choice of
dishes.
- Daily
served dinner on board ship offering a choice of three main courses.
- Wine,
beer, juice, and soft drinks served with lunch and dinner on board ship.
- Coffee,
tea, chocolate, cappuccino, water and snacks on board ship throughout
the expedition.
- All
guided shore excursions.
- Lectures
and entertainment on board.
- Comprehensive
pre- and post-voyage information material.
- Loan
of waterproof boots for landing in Antarctica.
- Contingency
Plan as described on page 39.
- IAATO
passenger fee.
Specifically
not Included in the Rate
Anything
that is not specifically listed under the
“Included
in the Rate” section. For example:
- Accommodation,
meals, excursions and transfers other than those included in the
itinerary and the Contingency Plan corresponding to each voyage.
Specifically, dinner in Punta Arenas upon return from Antarctica is not
included.
- Beverages
purchased at the ship’s bar.
- Internet
connection on board the ship.
- Personal
travel insurance.
- Extra
expenses (communication, laundry, souvenirs, etc.).
- Gratuities.
- Visas
for Chile and/or Argentina, passport expenses, and any arrival and/or
departure tax, if applicable.
