Antarctica and South Georgia – Includes flight from Port Stanley
Antarctica and South Georgia – Includes flight from Port Stanley
» Antarctica
» Dec 28 2017 – Jan 13 2018 (17 DAYS)
» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia
» DISEMBARKATION: Port Stanley
EXPEDITION IN BRIEF
This new voyage takes place at the height of the Antarctic summer. We enjoy extended daylight hours at this time of the season, the wildlife colonies are busy and as the sea ice continues to break up, allowing a range of landing sites to expand even further. Departing from Ushuaia, Argentina we cross the Drake Passage arriving in Antarctica to celebrate the New Year! Here we explore the Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands making daily shore landings. We then follow the course taken by Sir Ernest Shackleton whose epic small boat journey, from Elephant Island across the Scotia Sea to South Georgia, remains one of the greatest feats of navigation in history.
We commence our exploration at the remote southeastern tip of the island, and then spend the following days exploring the northern coastline. Here are some of the largest king penguin colonies on earth. The shores are covered in wildlife – including nesting albatross, fur seals and elephant seals. Rusting relics from the old whaling era sit silent and provide a dramatic contrast to the green tussock grass, and snowy peaks that surround us.
After a thorough exploration of South Georgia, we head for the Falkland Islands and aim to spend one final day exploring the wildlife-rich Sea Lion Island and nearby Bleaker Island. Our voyage comes to an end in Stanley, Falkland Islands – the small capital from where we fly back to Punta Arenas, Chile.
ITINERARY OVERVIEW
- Day 1 – Ushuaia, Argentina
- Days 2 and 3 – Drake Passage, at sea towards Antarctica
- Days 4 and 5 – Antarctic Peninsula
- Days 6 and 7 – South Shetland Islands and Elephant Island
- Days 8 and 9 – Scotia Sea, sailing towards South Georgia
- Days 10 to 12 – South Georgia
- Days 13 to 15 – Sailing towards the Falkland Islands
- Day 16 – East Falkland Islands
- Day 17 – Stanley, Falkland Islands, return to South America
SHIP
ADVENTURE OPTIONS
ACTIVITIES
CABINS & PRICES
| Triple Share | USD 14,795 |
| Twin-Semi Private | USD 16,695 |
| Twin Private | USD 18,995 |
| Superior | USD 20,295 |
| Shackleton Suite | USD 21,995 |
| One Ocean Suite | USD 23,795 |
All rates per person in USD
INCLUDES
• Extensive pre-departure information package
• Educational presentations from experienced guides such as ornithologists, glaciologists, historians, geologists, naturalists and marine mammals experts
• Photography advice and instructions from the resident photographer. Extended photography workshops available on select departures
• All zodiac and landing excursions
• Zodiac cruising, hiking, guided walks, photography workshops, fitness and yoga
• Overnight camping, including high-quality equipment. No pre-registration required. Camping is available on select departures only and can be affected by itinerary and
weather conditions. Please see your full itinerary for further details
• All meals during the voyage prepared by One Ocean Expeditions chefs
• Welcome reception and welcome dinner
• One Ocean Expeditions Farewell dinner hosted by the Captain
• Daily afternoon tea with fresh snacks
• Coffee, tea and hot chocolate available anytime
• Access to wellness area (Finnish sauna, plunge pool filled with sea water, hot tub)
• Natural essential oil amenities
• Use of multimedia room to download images. Adobe Lightroom/Photoshop and card readers are available for use on MAC and PC computers
• Windproof/waterproof jacket and bib pants on loan
• Insulated rubber boots on loan
• Water resistant binoculars on loan
• Waterproof backpack on loan
• Trekking poles available on shore
• Services of English speaking medical officer
• Access to ship’s infirmary
• Transfers from/to designated meeting points to/from the ship
• Required flights to/from the ship (only applicable on certain departures)
• Luggage transfer to/from your cabin
EXCLUDES
• International and national airfares
• Visa and passport fees, airport taxes
• Pre- or post-cruise hotel accommodation in arrival/departure cities
• Meals and transfers in arrival/departure cities
• Personal expenses
• Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages
• Massages from registered therapist
• Personal laundry charges
• Postage, telephone calls and email set up
• Medical expenses such as fees, prescriptions or medications
• Travel medical insurance including medical evacuation (mandatory)
• Trip interruption/cancellation insurance
• Gratuities to staff and crew
