This classic voyage to Antarctica departs from Ushuaia, Argentina. The air gets colder and daylight grows longer as we head south across the infamous Drake Passage, accompanied by albatross. Our first sighting of the White Continent is the South Shetland Islands, historically significant and rich with iconic Antarctic wildlife.

Our time in the Antarctic Peninsula region focuses on the Gerlache Strait area, where towering mountains, immense glaciers, and blue icebergs create a picture-perfect setting for incredible penguin and marine mammal encounters. This is an authentic expedition in a wilderness of epic proportions.

This is an epic voyage and a wildlife enthusiasts dream! Set sail for the remote and rugged Falkland Islands, wildlife paradise of South Georgia and the spectacular frozen continent of Antarctica. Antarctica will enchant you with its awe-inspiring ice laden scenery, snow capped peaks and magnificent shaped icebergs. Step ashore and mingle with massive rookeries of penguins, sunbathing seals and soaring seabirds. Buzz around in a zodiac among the ice flow bays in search of whales. Follow in the footsteps of polar explorer, Sir Ernest Shackleton to South Georgia where the King Penguin rules and is home to the greatest concentration of wildlife on Earth. Explore the ruggedly beautiful Falkland Islands, with their spectacular array of bird life, flora and fauna. Make the most of the captivating scenery and incredible wildlife diversity with optional Kayaking trips and Photography Workshops under the guidance of experts.

Follow in the wake of Captain James Cook as we set sail aboard the comfortable and spacious Ocean Endeavour to venture south to a milestone that few have journeyed; the Antarctic Circle, latitude 66° 33’. Marvel at surrounds of ice capped mountain ranges, explore by zodiac bays filled with immense icebergs and glaciers carved by Antarctica’s harsh environment. Cross into the circle to the home of the midnight sun and an area rich with fauna. Here the Weddell Seal takes centre stage in addition to vast colonies of penguins and sea birds we may see humpback whales and minke whales feed on the krill-rich waters.
By crossing the Antarctic Circle, you will join an elite group of people not only have been to Antarctica but ventured into a region seldom visited

This is an epic voyage of discovery aboard the Ocean Endeavour, as you follow in the footsteps of Ernest Shackleton and unearth the secrets of Antarctica, South Georgia and the Falklands. Marvel at spectacular rugged scenery, mingle with thousands of King penguins, seals and observe soaring albatross in the wildlife meccas of South Georgia and the Falklands. Glide through ice floes in a zodiac with expert guides among Antarctica’s towering icebergs and majestic glaciers in search of whales and predatory leopard seals.

Set sail aboard the comfortable and spacious polar expedition vessel, the Ocean Endeavour to give you the best of the stunning South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula in 11 Days. Embark in Ushuaia at the southern tip of South America and conquer the famed Drake Passage to bring you to the spectacular frozen wilderness of the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula.

Explore the natural environment and closeup encounters with wildlife on our forward-facing zodiac’s and on foot. For the adventurous, take a kayak and drift among the sea ice and sculptured icebergs, spend a night on the 7th continent under the stars or snowshoe in the footsteps of past explorers. Walk among enormous penguin rookeries, encounter basking seals and their playful pups and search for humpback, minke and orca whales. Onboard, enjoy talks on regional history, zoology and geology by experts. Pamper yourself with one of our spa treatments or simply relax with a yoga class. A voyage like this will leave you with memories to last a lifetime.