HIGHLIGHTS
- Conquer
the famed Drake Passage
- Explore
majestic natural environments by zodiac and on foot
- Get
up close and personal with penguins, whales and other wildlife
- Enjoy
talks on history, biology and glaciology by onboard polar experts
- Personalize
your adventure with options that suit your interests, and cross the 7th
Continent off the list—your way.
DATES / RATES
Rates are listed per person
|
| Start Date | End Date | From EUR | From USD |
|---|
| Jan 18, 2025 | Jan 29, 2025 | 15,314 |
15,919 |
| Feb 19, 2025 | Mar 02, 2025 | 14,250 |
14,813 |
| Nov 27, 2025 | Dec 08, 2025 | 10,522 |
10,938 |
| Dec 07, 2025 | Dec 18, 2025 | 11,206 |
11,649 |
| Dec 17, 2025 | Dec 28, 2025 | 11,679 |
12,140 |
| Dec 27, 2025 | Jan 07, 2026 | 12,394 |
12,884 |
| Feb 08, 2026 | Feb 19, 2026 | 11,206 |
11,649 |
| Feb 18, 2026 | Mar 01, 2026 | 10,522 |
10,938 |
Mandatory Transfer Package Details:Package
Cost: USD 995 per person
- One
pre-night's hotel accommodation in Buenos Aires with breakfast (Note:
The number of guests per room is the same as cabin occupancy on the
ship. Due to limited availability, travelers who reserve a suite on
board are accommodated in standard rooms at the hotel. Triple rooms may
not be available.)
- Group
transfer from hotel to airport in Buenos Aires
- Group
flight departing from Buenos Aires' domestic airport (Aeroparque/AEP)
to Ushuaia, and returning to Buenos Aires' international airport
(Ezeiza/EZE)
- Group
transfer from Ushuaia airport to the ship, and return (Note: Transfer
on arrival in Buenos Aires from airport to hotel at the beginning of
the journey is not included. Please make your way to the included
hotel.)
- Combined
airport transfer and express bus tour of Tierra del Fuego National Park
after disembarkation in Ushuaia
Rates are listed per person
|
| Start Date | End Date | From EUR | From USD |
|---|
| Jan 18, 2025 | Jan 29, 2025 | 15,314 |
15,919 |
| Feb 19, 2025 | Mar 02, 2025 | 14,250 |
14,813 |
| Nov 27, 2025 | Dec 08, 2025 | 10,522 |
10,938 |
| Dec 07, 2025 | Dec 18, 2025 | 11,206 |
11,649 |
| Dec 17, 2025 | Dec 28, 2025 | 11,679 |
12,140 |
| Dec 27, 2025 | Jan 07, 2026 | 12,394 |
12,884 |
| Feb 08, 2026 | Feb 19, 2026 | 11,206 |
11,649 |
| Feb 18, 2026 | Mar 01, 2026 | 10,522 |
10,938 |
Mandatory Transfer Package Details:Package
Cost: USD 995 per person
- One
pre-night's hotel accommodation in Buenos Aires with breakfast (Note:
The number of guests per room is the same as cabin occupancy on the
ship. Due to limited availability, travelers who reserve a suite on
board are accommodated in standard rooms at the hotel. Triple rooms may
not be available.)
- Group
transfer from hotel to airport in Buenos Aires
- Group
flight departing from Buenos Aires' domestic airport (Aeroparque/AEP)
to Ushuaia, and returning to Buenos Aires' international airport
(Ezeiza/EZE)
- Group
transfer from Ushuaia airport to the ship, and return (Note: Transfer
on arrival in Buenos Aires from airport to hotel at the beginning of
the journey is not included. Please make your way to the included
hotel.)
- Combined
airport transfer and express bus tour of Tierra del Fuego National Park
after disembarkation in Ushuaia
ITINERARY
Day
1: Arrive in Buenos Aires, Argentina
You
may arrive in Buenos Aires at any time during Day 1 of your itinerary.
Upon arriving in this splendid city, known for its architecture and
rich European heritage, you will independently transfer to your group
hotel (pre-expedition hotel night included in mandatory transfer
package).
Day
2: Fly to Ushuaia & Embark
After
an early breakfast at the hotel, the group will transfer to the airport
and board our private charter flight to Ushuaia, Argentina.
Upon
arrival, you will be transferred from the airport to a central downtown
location to have some time on your own to explore this quaint port town
before making your way to the pier.
After
a late afternoon embarkation, you will sail along the historic Beagle
Channel, which transects the Tierra del Fuego archipelago in the
extreme south of South America. Expect an air of anticipation as you
depart—the next land you see will be the Antarctic!
Days
3 and 4: Crossing the Drake Passage
Prepare
yourself for potentially rough water, but hope for a smooth sailing, as
the Drake is unpredictable and always changing. You’ll spend
these first days getting to know your shipmates while your Expedition
Team provides safety briefings and insights into what excitement lies
ahead.The unpredictable and exciting Drake Passage is an adventure unto
itself. While being well taken care of by our expert onboard staff and
leaders, you’ll have plenty of time to gaze out at the ocean,
take pictures of seabirds swooping around the ship, and get to know
your Expedition Team and fellow travelers.
Days
5 to 8: South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula
Once
the Drake Passage is left in our wake and the South Shetland Islands
come into view, your Antarctic adventure truly begins. You will begin
to appreciate why this region has long captivated the attention of
explorers and travelers alike. On every visit to Antarctica, we witness
something new or unexpected, which means your expedition will be unlike
any other—a unique, personal experience.
Each
day, you will take Zodiac excursions from the ship to explore local
bays, channels and landing sites. With wildlife always at the forefront
of our minds, you will visit penguin rookeries, scout for humpback and
minke whales, and search for a number of southern seal species,
including the cunning leopard seal.
The
majesty of the Antarctic Peninsula’s mountains will enchant
as you hike snowy pathways to vantage points offering panoramic views
of your surroundings. You will discover that Antarctica is a land of
extremes. At one moment you’ll be overcome with a feeling of
complete isolation and silence, and the next you’ll be
inspired by nature as a calving glacier crashes into a brilliant blue
sea or a penguin waddles by to inspect your footwear.
Amid
the serene silence of Antarctica, noisy interludes—such as
penguins squabbling over prized pebbles—become indelible
memories.
Each
day will be different, carefully crafted by your Expedition Team to
inspire and educate you about this wonderful part of the world.
Days
9 and 10: Crossing the Drake Passage
The
journey back across the Drake Passage provides a final opportunity to
enjoy the invigorating Antarctic air. Spend time on the deck watching
for seabirds and scouting for whales, enjoy presentations by your
Expedition Team, and celebrate the experiences you've shared exploring
the remarkable world of Antarctica.
Day
11: Disembark in Ushuaia and Fly to Buenos Aires
You
will arrive in Ushuaia in the morning and disembark after breakfast.
The mandatory transfer package includes a taste of Patagonia with a
Tierra del Fuego National Park tour before transferring to the airport
for the return group charter flight to Buenos Aires.
Ultramarine (Luxury Expedition, 199-guests)
Ultramarine is designed to go beyond the familiar in polar exploration, to discover new places, and immerse you in the best the region has to offer. Equipped with two twin-engine helicopters, Ultramarine offers the most robust portfolio of adventure activities in the industry, the most spacious suites in its category, breathtaking public spaces, and more outdoor wildlife viewing spaces than other expedition ships its size. It also features a best-in-class 70-day operational range and an innovative mix of sustainability features that exceed all industry standards.
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WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Leadership throughout the voyage by our experienced
Expedition Leaders, including shore landings and other activities
- All Zodiac transfers and cruising as per the daily program
- All shore landings as per the daily program
- Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeeping
- All meals, snacks, soft drinks and juices on board
throughout your voyage (Please inform us of any dietary requirements as
far in advance as possible. Unfortunately, the ships’ galleys
cannot prepare kosher meals.)
- Select beer and wine during dinner; and coffee, tea and
cocoa available around the clock
- Formal and informal presentations by our Expedition Team
and guest speakers as scheduled
- A photographic journal documenting the expedition
- A pair of waterproof expedition boots on loan for landings
and Zodiac cruising excursions
- An official Quark Expeditions® parka to keep
- Hair dryer and bathrobes in every cabin
- All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout
the program
- All luggage handling aboard the ship
- Emergency Evacuation insurance for all passengers to a
maximum benefit of USD $500,000 per person
- Group arrival transfer in Ushuaia from airport to
pre-expedition hotel on Day 1
- One night’s pre-expedition hotel accommodation in
Ushuaia with breakfast (Note: The number of guests per room is the same
as cabin occupancy on the ship. Due to limited availability, travelers
who reserve a suite on board are accommodated in standard rooms at the
hotel. Triple rooms may not be available.)
- Group transfer from hotel to ship on embarkation day
- Group departure transfer upon disembarkation in Ushuaia
from ship to local airport or to luggage storage facility
Rates do not include the
following:
- International airfare
- Passport and applicable visa expenses
- Government arrival and departure taxes not mentioned
- Meals unless otherwise specified
- Baggage, cancellation, interruption and medical travel
insurance—strongly recommended
- Excess-baggage fees on international and domestic flights
- Mandatory waterproof pants for Zodiac landing and cruising
excursions, or any other gear not mentioned
- Laundry, bar, spa services and other personal charges,
unless specified
- Phone and Internet charges (connectivity may vary by
location)
- Voluntary gratuity at the end of the voyage for expedition
staff and shipboard crew
- Additional overnight accommodation
- Arrival and departure transfers, except where explicitly
stated
ADVENTURE OPTIONS
- Helicopter Ride: FREE
- Kayaking: USD 995
- Paddling: USD 295
- Camping: USD 295
- Stand-up Paddling: USD 295
- Exclusive Heli-Landing: USD 395
- Alpine Heli-Trekking: USD 495
