In Shackleton´s footsteps
In Shackleton´s footsteps
» Antarctica
» Mar 7 2018 – Mar 24 2018 (18 DAYS)
» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia
» DISEMBARKATION: Port Stanley
EXPEDITION IN BRIEF
• Explore the most accessible and wildlife-rich region of Antarctica
• Daily shore visits and Zodiac cruises offer close encounters with penguins, whales, seals and sea birds
• Visit historic research huts and working scientific stations
• Cruise past massive icebergs and ancient glaciers
• Learn about Antarctica’s unique geology, history and wildlife from our expert team
• Witness the incredible wildlife of South Georgia, one of the greatest wildlife concentrations on the planet
• Cruise past Elephant Island’s dramatic north coast (weather permitting)
• Trace the final leg of Sir Ernest Shackleton’s perilous journey from Fortuna Bay to Stromness
• Pay your respects to the great explorer at a visit to his gravesite at Grytviken
• A small group will have the opportunity to trek across South Georgia as part of our Alpine Crossing
ITINERARY OVERVIEW
- Day 1 – Ushuaia & Beagle Channel
- Days 2 and 3 – Drake Passage
- Days 4 to 7 – Weddell Sea & Antarctic Peninsula
- Day 8 – Elephant Island
- Days 9 to 10 – At sea
- Days 11 to 15 – South Georgia
- Days 16 and 17 – At sea
- Day 18 – Falkland Islands/Malvinas
SHIP
ADVENTURE OPTIONS
Climbing
Kayaking
Polar Photography Workshops
ACTIVITIES
On this extended voyage you will experience the pristine beauty and vast landscapes from Antarctica, and the abundant wildlife of South Georgia. Retrace the footsteps of one of the greatest Antarctic explorers: Sir Ernest Shackleton.
CABINS & PRICES
| Triple (shared bathroom) | USD 14,300 |
| Twin public cabin (shared bathroom) | USD 17,500 |
| Twin private cabin (en-suite bathroom) | USD 21,200 |
| Mini Suite (en-suite bathroom) | USD 23,500 |
| Captain Suite (en-suite bathroom) | USD 24,800 |
All rates expressed in USD per person sharing
INCLUDES
- Luggage transfer from hotel in Ushuaia to Polar Pioneer on day of boarding.
- Transfer from Polar Pioneer to Stanley airport, including tour of Stanley
- Flight from Stanley to Punta Arenas OR Santiago (no reduced fare for finishing in Punta Arenas)
- Accommodation during the voyage
- All meals, snacks, tea and coffee during the voyage
- All shore excursions and Zodiac (inflatable boat) cruises
- Educational lectures and guiding services from our expert team
- Free access to our on board doctor and basic medical services
- Free gumboot hire during the voyage
- Daily cabin service
- An Aurora Expeditions’ multi-purpose waterproof jacket
- Comprehensive pre-departure information
- Professionally produced voyage journal (one per booking)
- Port taxes and charges
- All entry fees to historic landings sites.
EXCLUDES
- International or domestic flights to or from ship, unless specified
- Transfers not indicated in the itinerary
- Airport arrival or departure taxes
- Visa, passport, and vaccination charges
- Travel insurance or emergency evacuation charges
- Hotels and meals not included in itinerary
- Optional excursions not included in the itinerary
- Optional activity surcharge.
- All items of a personal nature including but not limited to: alcoholic beverages and soft drinks, laundry services, personal clothing, medical expenses, gratuities, and email or phone charges.
