Epic Antarctica: Crossing the Circle via Falklands (Malvinas) & South Georgia
Epic Antarctica: Crossing the Circle via Falklands (Malvinas) & South Georgia
» Antarctica
» Dec 18 2020 – Jan 9 2021 (23 DAYS)
» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia
» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia
EXPEDITION IN BRIEF
- Explore the world’s seventh continent on the Antarctic Peninsula by ship, Zodiac and on foot.
- Learn about Antarctica’s unique geology, history and wildlife with an expert team of lecturers.
- See the incredible wildlife of South Georgia, often referred to as “the Galapagos of the South.” This includes more than 30 species of breeding birds, including four species of penguin.
- Follow in the footsteps of Sir Ernest Shackleton’s perilous voyage on South Georgia and pause for a moment at his graveside.
- Explore the quaint, British town of Port Stanley in the Falkland Islands.
- Crossing of the Antarctic Circle.
ITINERARY OVERVIEW
- Day 1 – Ushuaia, Argentina
- Day 2 – Embarkation
- Day 3 – At sea
- Day 4 and 5 – Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
- Days 6 and 7 – At Sea
- Days 8 to 11 – South Georgia
- Days 12 and 13 – At Sea
- Days 14 to 16 – South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula
- Days 17 and 18 – Antarctic Circle
- Days 19 and 20 – Northbound Along the Peninsula
- Days 21 and 22 – Crossing the Drake Passage
- Day 23 – Disembark in Ushuaia
SHIP
ADVENTURE OPTIONS
Kayaking
Paddling Excursion
ACTIVITIES
Balcony Suite
Balcony Suite
Single Obstructed View
Twin Obstructed View
Twin Window
Single Porthole
Triple
Library
Dinning Room
Our Epic Antarctica voyage is called so for a reason—it includes all of the major Antarctic highlights you can imagine. From the Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to South Georgia to the Antarctic Peninsula, you will have countless unforgettable moments on this adventure-packed, 23-day voyage. Start with the Falklands, reminiscent of both sandy Cape Cod and the English moors, home to albatross, dolphins, and five species of penguins. From there, venture to South Georgia where you’ll enter the home of 300,000 breeding king penguins, 50 million other seabirds and 5 million seals. Then, explore the stunning Antarctic Peninsula, and finally cross the Antarctic Circle—a significant milestone for any world traveler.
CABINS & PRICES
| Triple | USD 16,495 |
| Twin (obst. view) | USD 23,995 |
| Twin (window) | USD 25,495 |
| Single (obst. View) | USD 29,995 |
| Single (porthole) | USD 29,995 |
| Suite | USD 26,995 |
| Balcony Suite | USD 28,495 |
INCLUDES
- Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeeping
- All breakfasts, lunches, dinners and snacks on board
- All shore landings per the daily program
- Leadership throughout the voyage by our experienced Expedition Leader
- All Zodiac transfers and cruising per the daily program
- Formal and informal presentations by our Expedition Team and special guests as scheduled
- A photographic journal documenting the expedition
- Waterproof expedition boots on loan for shore landings
- An official Quark Expeditions® parka to keep
- Coffee, tea and cocoa available around the clock
- A hair dryer and bathrobes in every cabin
- Comprehensive predeparture materials, including a map and an informative Antarctic Reader
- All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the program
- All luggage handling aboard the ship
- All gratuities
- Emergency evacuation insurance to a maximum benefit of US$500,000 per person
- Group transfer in Ushuaia from the airport to the pre-expedition hotel on Day 1
- One night’s pre-expedition hotel accommodation in Ushuaia, with breakfast
- Group transfer from the hotel to the ship on embarkation day
- Group transfer upon disembarkation in Ushuaia from the ship to the local airport
EXCLUDES
- International airfare
- Passport and visa expenses
- Government arrival and departure taxes not mentioned above
- Meals ashore unless otherwise specified
- Baggage, cancellation, interruption and medical travel insurance—strongly recommended
- Excess-baggage fees on international flights
- Mandatory waterproof pants for Zodiac cruising, or any other gear not mentioned
- Laundry, bar, beverage and other personal charges unless specified
- Phone and Internet charges
- Additional overnight accommodation
- Optional adventure activities
