HIGHLIGHTS
- Exploring
the port of Stanley, Falkland Islands/Malvinas
- Penguin
rookeries with hundreds of thousands of birds on South Georgia
- A
visit to Grytviken, a former whaling station, and the gravesite of Sir
Ernest Shackleton
- Potential
encounters with Orca, Humpback and Minke whales
- Zodiac
cruising amongst colossal icebergs
DATES / RATES
Rates are listed per person
|
| Start Date | End Date | From EUR | From USD |
|---|
| Dec 28, 2024 | Jan 17, 2025 | 21,864 |
22,765 |
| Feb 26, 2025 | Mar 18, 2025 | 19,012 |
19,795 |
Rates are listed per person
|
| Start Date | End Date | From EUR | From USD |
|---|
| Dec 28, 2024 | Jan 17, 2025 | 21,864 |
22,765 |
| Feb 26, 2025 | Mar 18, 2025 | 19,012 |
19,795 |
ITINERARY
Day 1, Arrival
No need to stress about missed connections or flight delays as you
arrive with plenty of time to unwind and enjoy all that the luxurious
Arakur Resort & Spa has to offer, or head out and discover the
southernmost city in the world, Ushuaia.
Day 2, Ushuaia
Explore the sights of Ushuaia such as the museums and Argentinean
leather markets or relax in style and comfort at the hotel. Attend the
optional evening briefing for the opportunity to ask questions and meet
some of your fellow explorers.
Day 3, Embarkation
After a final morning exploring Ushuaia or unwinding at the resort, our
mid-afternoon transfer will take you to the beautiful MS Seaventure.
Our Expedition Team and ship staff will greet you on board, followed by
a safety and orientation briefing and Captain’s welcome
dinner. You’re on your way to Antarctica!
Day 4, Southern Ocean
As we sail south, important briefings on environmental regulations and
expedition safety are held, and you won’t want to miss our
experts as they begin their informative and entertaining talks about
the wildlife, history, and geology of the area.
Day 5, West
Falklands/Malvinas
We’ll be exploring some of the westernmost settled outposts
in the Falklands/Malvinas, where you can take in the beautiful
countryside and look for Black-Browed albatross or Rockhopper, King,
and Magellanic penguin rookeries.
Day 6, Stanley, E
Falkland/Malvinas
Stanley is a lively hub of activity nestled in a sheltered harbor. Head
out on foot to explore the museum, shops and services centered on the
port, or look for sea lions, dolphins, and bird life along the shores.
Day 7-8, Southern Ocean
Things really start to ramp up with plenty of wildlife identifying to
do as we make our way east across the Antarctic Convergence and
officially enter Antarctic waters. Shipboard presentations continue,
featuring topics such as the captivating history and abundant wildlife
of South Georgia.
Day 9-12, South Georgia
South Georgia is often referred to as the ‘Serengeti of the
Southern Ocean’ and it’s easy to see why as you
take in tens of millions of breeding penguins, seals, and seabirds.
Magnificent mountain scenery, glaciers galore, icebergs, a rich
historical tapestry, and an incredible array of wildlife will astound
you as we travel down South Georgia's leeward coast. We’ll
also visit historic Grytviken whaling station, featuring the tiny
graveyard where the great Antarctic explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton is
buried.
Day 13-14, Scotia Sea
Heading farther south, we’ll continue our informative
presentations and wildlife spotting as the icebergs become bigger and
more plentiful.
Day 15-18, Antarctica
Here we’ll explore any number of picturesque bays and famed
harbors, maneuvering through majestic channels as we travel the
wildlife-rich waters. There are great opportunities to stop at several
active scientific bases and historic landing sites as we spot numerous
species of penguins, seals, and whales along the rugged coastlines and
in the sea.
Day 19-20, Drake Passage
Time to leave this magical place inspired, exhausted, and most likely
changed forever. We make our way north, once again crossing the
legendary Drake Passage. We’ll have one last hurrah as we
celebrate the conclusion of our expedition with a special slideshow and
photography awards ceremony, then a final meal together.
Day 21, Ushuaia
Disembarkation
With huge smiles on weary, content faces, and perhaps some new friends
for life, we disembark in the morning, letting you catch a flight to
Buenos Aires or stay in Ushuaia for more sights and adventure.
Sea Venture (Luxury Expedition, 139-guests)
Sea Venture features a 1-A Super ice class rating - the highest ice class awarded to passenger vessels. This means that we will be able to explore coves, bays, and channels that would previously have been forbidden to us.
The ship also offers a host of new activities. There's a sauna, a fitness center, a custom-built citizen science lab, and heated saltwater pool. There is more storage space, which is important because it means we can carry more equipment, so that more of our guests can participate in activities like kayaking, snowshoeing, and camping.
The common areas are larger and beautifully appointed, and the ship has two kitchens, one on the Lido deck for al fresco dining when weather permits.
(Click image to view Ship details)
WHAT'S INCLUDED
PRIOR
TO DEPARTURE:
- Two
pre-voyage hotel nights in Ushuaia
- Transfer
from airport in embarkation city to group hotel if arriving on Day 1 of
itinerary, and providing we have your confirmed air itinerary at least
60 days prior to departure
- Transfer
from group hotel to ship for embarkation
ON BOARD SEA VENTURE:
- Shipboard
accommodations
- All
meals on board
- All
alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages (some super premium brands
excluded)
- Coffee/Tea/Cocoa
24 hours a day
- All
scheduled landings and excursions
- Our
Citizen Science program: participation in a variety of scientific
activities that support important research projects
- Expedition
jacket (yours to keep)
- A
pair of loaner boots for use during the voyage
- WiFi
from the public computers
- 200
MB WiFi card for use on your personal devices
- Daily
international news service
- All
port fees
- All
landing fees
- Digital
Voyage Log
POST DEPARTURE:
- Group
transfer from ship to airport, hotel in Ushuaia, or central location
following disembarkation.
- Please
note we cannot drop at Airbnb / private homes which are often
inaccessible for our transfer vehicles.
VOYAGES DO NOT INCLUDE:
- Any
airfare or travel expenses associated with arrival in Ushuaia or Puerto
Madryn other than those listed above
- Transfer
from airport to group hotel, unless arriving on Day 1 of the itinerary
- Pre-
or post-voyage expenses in Ushuaia or Puerto Madryn
- Travel
insurance; medical insurance; evacuation coverage
- Laundry
and personal expenses incurred on board
- Onboard
communication charges such as outgoing phone calls, WiFi from personal
devices in excess of the 200 MB provided
- Staff
gratuities
ADVENTURE
OPTIONS
- Discover Kayaking - USD 250
- Immersive Kayaking - USD 895
- Photography - included
- Citizen Science - included
