Antarctic Peninsula and Weddell Sea
Antarctic Peninsula and Weddell Sea
» Antarctica
» Feb 3 2027 – Feb 13 2027 (11 DAYS)
» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia
» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia
EXPEDITION IN BRIEF
ITINERARY OVERVIEW
- Day 1 – Embarkation in Ushuaia
- Days 2 and 3 – Crossing the Drake Passage
- Days 4 and 5 – Exploring the Weddell Sea
- Days 6 and 7 – Orleans Strait and Gerlache Strait
- Day 8 – South Shetland Islands
- Days 9 and 10 – Crossing the Drake Passage
- Day 11 – Disembarkation in Ushuaia
SHIP
ADVENTURE OPTIONS
ACTIVITIES
Hondius Falkland Islands
Hondius Antarctica
Hondius Junior Suite
Hondius Library
Hondius Observation Lounge
Hondius Quadruple Porthole
Hondius Suite
Hondius Superior
Hondius Triple Porthole
Hondius Twin Deluxe
Hondius Twin Porthole
Hondius Twin Window
Embark on a 10-night expedition to the Antarctic Peninsula and the remote Weddell Sea, a region of towering icebergs, vast ice shelves, and incredible wildlife. Navigate through dramatic polar landscapes where seals, penguins, and whales thrive in one of the most untouched corners of the planet. Led by expert guides, explore icy channels by Zodiac, step onto the frozen continent for unforgettable hikes, and experience the raw beauty of Antarctica up close. Witness the mesmerizing world of the Weddell Sea, where history, ice, and wildlife create an unforgettable polar adventure.
INCLUDES
- Voyage aboard the indicated vessel as indicated in the itinerary
- All meals throughout the voyage aboard the ship including snacks, coffee and tea.
- All shore excursions and activities throughout the voyage by Zodiac.
- Program of lectures by noted naturalists and leadership by experienced expedition staff.
- Free use of rubber boots and snowshoes.
- Luggage transfer from pick-up point to the vessel on the day of embarkation, in Ushuaia.
- Pre-scheduled group transfer from the vessel to the airport in Ushuaia (directly after disembarkation).
- All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the programme.
- Comprehensive pre-departure material.
EXCLUDES
- Any airfare, whether on scheduled or charter flights
- Pre- and post- land arrangements.
- Passport and visa expenses.
- Government arrival and departure taxes.
- Meals ashore.
- Baggage, cancellation and personal insurance (which is strongly recommended).
- Excess baggage charges and all items of a personal nature such as laundry, bar, beverage charges and telecommunication charges.
- The customary gratuity at the end of the voyages for stewards and other service personnel aboard (guidelines will be provided).
