Crossing the Circle: Southern Expedition (with Buenos Aires flights)

November 16, 2018/by radmin

Crossing the Circle: Southern Expedition (with Buenos Aires flights)

» Antarctica

» Jan 16 2020 – Jan 29 2020 (14 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia

» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia

summary·description·itinerary·includes·excludes

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

Be one of the few travelers to venture to 66°33′ S
Visit historic research stations in Marguerite Bay
Witness abundant Antarctic wildlife, including penguins, seals, whales and more
Experience western Peninsula highlights and visit iconic landing sites
Learn about Antarctica’s geology and wildlife from on-board lecturers and specialists

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

Day 1 – Buenos Aires, Argentina
Day 2 – Ushuaia, Argentina, and Embarkation
Days 3 and 4 – Crossing the Drake Passage
Days 5 to 7 – Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands
Days 8 and 9 – Antarctic Circle
Days 10 and 11 – Northbound Along the Peninsula
Days 12 and 13 – Crossing the Drake Passage
Day 14 – Disembark in Ushuaia and fly to Buenos Aires

Dramatic ice formations will ignite your imagination as you search the landscape for the wildlife that calls it home.

SHIP

Ocean Endeavour

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

Camping
Kayaking
Stand-up paddleboarding

ACTIVITIES

Photography

Explore Buenos Aires and Ushuaia, with a convenient charter flight in between, before embarking on the cruise portion of your once-in-a-lifetime adventure. Not only does this expedition include the most in-depth exploration of the Antarctic Peninsula, but it also offers the opportunity to venture farther south across the Antarctic Circle. As you head toward a milestone that few travelers reach, you’ll feel as if you’re in a world without borders, sailing across an endless stretch of sea dotted with ice.

Dramatic ice formations will ignite your imagination as you search the landscape for the wildlife that calls it home. Whether it’s humpback whales alongside the ship, a leopard seal diving beneath your Zodiac, penguins sliding off an iceberg into crystal waters, or a giant petrel soaring above cracking sea ice, you’ll experience a sensory overload in Antarctica like you’ve never felt before.

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
Emergency evacuation insurance to a maximum benefit of US$500,000 per person

EXCLUDES

Mandatory transfer package*
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
Voluntary gratuity at the end of the voyage for shipboard staff and crew
Additional overnight accommodation
Optional adventure activities
Arrival transfer in Buenos Aires on Day 1

*Buenos Aires transfer package includes:

One night’s hotel accommodation in Buenos Aires, with breakfast
Group transfer from the hotel to the airport in Buenos Aires
Charter flight from the Buenos Aires international airport to Ushuaia, and return
Group transfer from the Ushuaia airport to the ship, and return
Combined airport transfer and express bus tour of Tierra del Fuego National Park after disembarkation

Package cost: USD 950

QUS192000020

Falklands (Malvinas), South Georgia and Antarctica: Explorers and Kings (with Buenos Aires flights)

November 16, 2018/by radmin

Falklands (Malvinas), South Georgia and Antarctica: Explorers and Kings (with Buenos Aires flights)

» Antarctica

» Dec 20 2019 – Jan 8 2020 (20 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia

» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia

summary·description·itinerary·includes·excludes

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 South Georgia’s incredible wildlife, including 30 breeding bird species and four penguin species;
Follow in the footsteps of Sir Ernest Shackleton’s perilous voyages on South Georgia and pause for a moment at his graveside;
Explore the quaint, British town of Port Stanley in the Falkland Islands

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

Day 1 – Buenos Aires, Argentina
Day 2 – Ushuaia, Argentina, and 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 17 – South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula
Days 18 and 19 – Crossing the Drake Passage
Day 20 – Disembarkation in Ushuaia

Watch a wild, isolated and extreme world come to life as scores of penguins dive for food, herds of elephant seals bathe in the sun, and pods of orcas pass you by.

SHIP

Ocean Endeavour

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

Kayaking
Mountaineering
Ski touring

ACTIVITIES

Photography

This is a truly epic adventure through the remote Falkland Islands, the wildlife paradise of South Georgia and the extraordinary landscape of the Antarctic Peninsula. You’ll enjoy unforgettable encounters with untamed wildlife in a vast, dramatic and spectacular setting; you’ll take a step back in time at historically significant sites; and you’ll be mesmerized by the rich diversity and contrasts that make these regions so captivating and unique.

Watch a wild, isolated and extreme world come to life as scores of penguins dive for food, herds of elephant seals bathe in the sun, and pods of orcas pass you by. You’ll be transported to your own wildlife documentary, staged in a magnificent setting of mountains, sea and ice.

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

EXCLUDES

Mandatory transfer package*
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
Arrival transfer in Buenos Aires on Day 1

*Buenos Aires transfer package includes:

One night’s hotel accommodation in Buenos Aires, with breakfast
Group transfer from the hotel to the airport in Buenos Aires
Charter flight from the Buenos Aires international airport to Ushuaia, and return
Group transfer from the Ushuaia airport to the ship, and return
Combined airport transfer and express bus tour of Tierra del Fuego National Park after disembarkation

Package cost: USD 950

QUS192019203

Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent (with Buenos Aires flights)

November 16, 2018/by radmin

Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent (with Buenos Aires flights)

» Antarctica

» Dec 11 2019 – Dec 21 2019 (11 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia

» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia

summary·description·itinerary·includes·excludes

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

Discover why this trip is perfect for first-time visitors to Antarctica
Explore highlights of the Antarctic Peninsula
Learn about the environment and wildlife from on-board lecturers and specialists
Experience abundant wildlife: penguins, seals, whales and more!

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

Day 1 – Buenos Aires, Argentina
Day 2 – Fly to Ushuaia, Argentina, and embarkation
Day 3 and 4 – Crossing the Drake Passage
Days 5 to 8 – South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula
Days 9 and 10 – Crossing the Drake Passage
Day 11 – Disembarkation in Ushuaia and fly to Buenos Aires

You’ll enjoy iconic Antarctic highlights, exhilarating adventures and be rewarded with memories to last a lifetime.

SHIP

Ocean Endeavour

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

Camping
Cross-country skiing
Kayaking
Mountaineering
Stand-up paddleboarding

ACTIVITIES

Photography

Antarctica has been inspiring explorers for centuries. And this expedition offers you the chance to discover why, with an unforgettable journey through the spectacular wilderness of the South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula. You’ll encounter a world where nature creates the rules, her unpredictable temperament making each trip unique, exciting and personal.

Imagine cruising in a Zodiac through crackling sea ice like shattered glass, witnessing penguins building their nests, or navigating through a maze of icebergs, each one uniquely shaped by its journey through the sea. You’ll enjoy iconic Antarctic highlights, exhilarating adventures and be rewarded with memories to last a lifetime.

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

EXCLUDES

Mandatory transfer package*
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
Arrival transfer in Buenos Aires on Day 1

*Buenos Aires transfer package includes:

One night’s hotel accommodation in Buenos Aires, with breakfast
Group transfer from the hotel to the airport in Buenos Aires
Charter flight from the Buenos Aires international airport to Ushuaia, and return
Group transfer from the Ushuaia airport to the ship, and return
Combined airport transfer and express bus tour of Tierra del Fuego National Park after disembarkation

Package cost: USD 950

QUS192019202

Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent (with Buenos Aires flights)

November 15, 2018/by radmin

Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent (with Buenos Aires flights)

» Antarctica

» Jan 7 2020 – Jan 17 2020 (11 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia

» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia

summary·description·itinerary·includes·excludes

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

Discover why this trip is perfect for first-time visitors to Antarctica
Explore highlights of the Antarctic Peninsula
Learn about the environment and wildlife from on-board lecturers and specialists
Experience abundant wildlife: penguins, seals, whales and more!

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

Day 1 – Buenos Aires, Argentina
Day 2 – Fly to Ushuaia, Argentina, and embarkation
Day 3 and 4 – Crossing the Drake Passage
Days 5 to 8 – South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula
Days 9 and 10 – Crossing the Drake Passage
Day 11 – Disembarkation in Ushuaia and fly to Buenos Aires

You’ll enjoy iconic Antarctic highlights, exhilarating adventures and be rewarded with memories to last a lifetime.

SHIP

Ocean Endeavour

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

Camping
Kayaking
Stand-up paddleboarding

ACTIVITIES

Photography

Antarctica has been inspiring explorers for centuries. And this expedition offers you the chance to discover why, with an unforgettable journey through the spectacular wilderness of the South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula. You’ll encounter a world where nature creates the rules, her unpredictable temperament making each trip unique, exciting and personal.

Imagine cruising in a Zodiac through crackling sea ice like shattered glass, witnessing penguins building their nests, or navigating through a maze of icebergs, each one uniquely shaped by its journey through the sea. You’ll enjoy iconic Antarctic highlights, exhilarating adventures and be rewarded with memories to last a lifetime.

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

EXCLUDES

Mandatory transfer package*
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
Arrival transfer in Buenos Aires on Day 1

*Buenos Aires transfer package includes:

One night’s hotel accommodation in Buenos Aires, with breakfast
Group transfer from the hotel to the airport in Buenos Aires
Charter flight from the Buenos Aires international airport to Ushuaia, and return
Group transfer from the Ushuaia airport to the ship, and return
Combined airport transfer and express bus tour of Tierra del Fuego National Park after disembarkation

Package cost: USD 950

QUS192019201

Falklands (Malvinas), South Georgia and Antarctica: Explorers and Kings (with Buenos Aires flights)

November 15, 2018/by radmin

Falklands (Malvinas), South Georgia and Antarctica: Explorers and Kings (with Buenos Aires flights)

» Antarctica

» Nov 14 2019 – Dec 3 2019 (20 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia

» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia

summary·description·itinerary·includes·excludes

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 South Georgia’s incredible wildlife, including 30 breeding bird species and four penguin species;
Follow in the footsteps of Sir Ernest Shackleton’s perilous voyages on South Georgia and pause for a moment at his graveside;
Explore the quaint, British town of Port Stanley in the Falkland Islands

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

Day 1 – Buenos Aires, Argentina
Day 2 – Ushuaia, Argentina, and 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 17 – South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula
Days 18 and 19 – Crossing the Drake Passage
Day 20 – Disembarkation in Ushuaia

Watch a wild, isolated and extreme world come to life as scores of penguins dive for food, herds of elephant seals bathe in the sun, and pods of orcas pass you by.

SHIP

Ocean Endeavour

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

Kayaking
Mountaineering
Ski touring

ACTIVITIES

Photography

This is a truly epic adventure through the remote Falkland Islands, the wildlife paradise of South Georgia and the extraordinary landscape of the Antarctic Peninsula. You’ll enjoy unforgettable encounters with untamed wildlife in a vast, dramatic and spectacular setting; you’ll take a step back in time at historically significant sites; and you’ll be mesmerized by the rich diversity and contrasts that make these regions so captivating and unique.

Watch a wild, isolated and extreme world come to life as scores of penguins dive for food, herds of elephant seals bathe in the sun, and pods of orcas pass you by. You’ll be transported to your own wildlife documentary, staged in a magnificent setting of mountains, sea and ice.

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

EXCLUDES

Mandatory transfer package*
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
Arrival transfer in Buenos Aires on Day 1

*Buenos Aires transfer package includes:

One night’s hotel accommodation in Buenos Aires, with breakfast
Group transfer from the hotel to the airport in Buenos Aires
Charter flight from the Buenos Aires international airport to Ushuaia, and return
Group transfer from the Ushuaia airport to the ship, and return
Combined airport transfer and express bus tour of Tierra del Fuego National Park after disembarkation

Package cost: USD 950

QUS192000034

Weddell Sea – In search of the Emperor Penguin incl. helicopters

November 15, 2018/by radmin

Weddell Sea – In search of the Emperor Penguin incl. helicopters

» Antarctica

» Nov 14 2019 – Nov 24 2019 (11 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia

» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia

summary·description·itinerary·includes·excludes

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

Day 1 – Embarkation in Ushuaia
Days 2 and 3 – Drake Passage
Days 4 to 7 – Antarctica
Day 8 – Deception Island
Days 9 and 10 – Drake Passage
Day 11 – Ushuaia

SHIP

Ortelius

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

ACTIVITIES

Superior

Twin Deluxe

Twin Window

Twin Porthole Deck 3

Twin Porthole Deck 4

Twin Porthole

Quadruple Porthole

A true expedition, our Weddell Sea cruise sets out to explore the range of the Emperor Penguins near Snow Hill Island. We will visit the area via helicopter and see a variety of other birds and penguins including Adélies and Gentoos.

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 mandatory).
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)

OWS192000079

Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent (with Buenos Aires flights)

November 15, 2018/by radmin

Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent (with Buenos Aires flights)

» Antarctica

» Dec 2 2019 – Dec 12 2019 (11 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia

» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia

summary·description·itinerary·includes·excludes

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

Discover why this trip is perfect for first-time visitors to Antarctica
Explore highlights of the Antarctic Peninsula
Learn about the environment and wildlife from on-board lecturers and specialists
Experience abundant wildlife: penguins, seals, whales and more!

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

Day 1 – Buenos Aires, Argentina
Day 2 – Fly to Ushuaia, Argentina, and embarkation
Day 3 and 4 – Crossing the Drake Passage
Days 5 to 8 – South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula
Days 9 and 10 – Crossing the Drake Passage
Day 11 – Disembarkation in Ushuaia and fly to Buenos Aires

You’ll enjoy iconic Antarctic highlights, exhilarating adventures and be rewarded with memories to last a lifetime.

SHIP

Ocean Endeavour

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

Camping
Cross-country skiing
Kayaking
Mountaineering
Stand-up paddleboarding

ACTIVITIES

Photography

Antarctica has been inspiring explorers for centuries. And this expedition offers you the chance to discover why, with an unforgettable journey through the spectacular wilderness of the South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula. You’ll encounter a world where nature creates the rules, her unpredictable temperament making each trip unique, exciting and personal.

Imagine cruising in a Zodiac through crackling sea ice like shattered glass, witnessing penguins building their nests, or navigating through a maze of icebergs, each one uniquely shaped by its journey through the sea. You’ll enjoy iconic Antarctic highlights, exhilarating adventures and be rewarded with memories to last a lifetime.

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

EXCLUDES

Mandatory transfer package*
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
Arrival transfer in Buenos Aires on Day 1

*Buenos Aires transfer package includes:

One night’s hotel accommodation in Buenos Aires, with breakfast
Group transfer from the hotel to the airport in Buenos Aires
Charter flight from the Buenos Aires international airport to Ushuaia, and return
Group transfer from the Ushuaia airport to the ship, and return
Combined airport transfer and express bus tour of Tierra del Fuego National Park after disembarkation

Package cost: USD 950

QUS192019200

Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent (with Buenos Aires flights)

November 15, 2018/by radmin

Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent (with Buenos Aires flights)

» Antarctica

» Nov 5 2019 – Nov 15 2019 (11 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia

» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia

summary·description·itinerary·includes·excludes

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

Discover why this trip is perfect for first-time visitors to Antarctica
Explore highlights of the Antarctic Peninsula
Learn about the environment and wildlife from on-board lecturers and specialists
Experience abundant wildlife: penguins, seals, whales and more!

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

Day 1 – Buenos Aires, Argentina
Day 2 – Fly to Ushuaia, Argentina, and embarkation
Day 3 and 4 – Crossing the Drake Passage
Days 5 to 8 – South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula
Days 9 and 10 – Crossing the Drake Passage
Day 11 – Disembarkation in Ushuaia and fly to Buenos Aires

You’ll enjoy iconic Antarctic highlights, exhilarating adventures and be rewarded with memories to last a lifetime.

SHIP

Ocean Endeavour

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

Camping
Cross-country skiing
Kayaking
Mountaineering
Stand-up paddleboarding

ACTIVITIES

Photography

Antarctica has been inspiring explorers for centuries. And this expedition offers you the chance to discover why, with an unforgettable journey through the spectacular wilderness of the South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula. You’ll encounter a world where nature creates the rules, her unpredictable temperament making each trip unique, exciting and personal.

Imagine cruising in a Zodiac through crackling sea ice like shattered glass, witnessing penguins building their nests, or navigating through a maze of icebergs, each one uniquely shaped by its journey through the sea. You’ll enjoy iconic Antarctic highlights, exhilarating adventures and be rewarded with memories to last a lifetime.

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

EXCLUDES

Mandatory transfer package*
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
Arrival transfer in Buenos Aires on Day 1

*Buenos Aires transfer package includes:

One night’s hotel accommodation in Buenos Aires, with breakfast
Group transfer from the hotel to the airport in Buenos Aires
Charter flight from the Buenos Aires international airport to Ushuaia, and return
Group transfer from the Ushuaia airport to the ship, and return
Combined airport transfer and express bus tour of Tierra del Fuego National Park after disembarkation

Package cost: USD 950

QUS192000059

Crossing the Circle: Southern Expedition

November 15, 2018/by radmin

Crossing the Circle: Southern Expedition

» Antarctica

» Feb 16 2020 – Feb 29 2020 (14 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia

» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia

summary·description·itinerary·includes·excludes

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

Be one of the few travelers to venture to 66°33′ S
Visit historic research stations in Marguerite Bay
Witness abundant Antarctic wildlife, including penguins, seals, whales and more
Experience western Peninsula highlights and visit iconic landing sites
Learn about Antarctica’s geology and wildlife from on-board lecturers and specialists

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

Day 1 – Ushuaia, Argentina
Day 2 – Embarkation day
Days 3 and 4 – Crossing the Drake Passage
Days 5 to 7 – Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands
Days 8 and 9 – Antarctic Circle
Days 10 and 11 – Northbound Along the Peninsula
Days 12 and 13 – Crossing the Drake Passage
Day 14 – Disembark in Ushuaia

SHIP

Ocean Diamond

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

Kayaking

ACTIVITIES

Balcony Suite

Balcony Suite

Single Obstructed View

Twin Obstructed View

Twin Window

Single Porthole

Triple

Library

Dinning Room

Not only does this expedition include the most in-depth exploration of the Antarctic Peninsula, but it also offers the opportunity to venture farther south across the Antarctic Circle. As you head toward a milestone that few travelers reach, you’ll feel as if you’re in a world without borders, sailing across an endless stretch of sea dotted with ice.
Dramatic ice formations will ignite your imagination as you search the landscape for the wildlife that calls it home. Whether it’s humpback whales alongside the ship, a leopard seal diving beneath your Zodiac, penguins sliding off an iceberg into crystal waters, or a giant petrel soaring above cracking sea ice, you’ll experience a sensory overload in Antarctica like you’ve never felt before.

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
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
Voluntary gratuity at the end of the voyage for shipboard staff and crew
Additional overnight accommodation
Optional adventure activities

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Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent

November 15, 2018/by radmin

Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent

» Antarctica

» Feb 7 2020 – Feb 17 2020 (11 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia

» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia

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EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

Discover why this trip is perfect for first-time visitors to Antarctica
Explore highlights of the Antarctic Peninsula
Learn about the environment and wildlife from on-board lecturers and specialists
Experience abundant wildlife: penguins, seals, whales and more!

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

Day 1 – Ushuaia
Day 2 – Embarkation day
Day 3 and 4 – Crossing the Drake Passage
Days 5 to 8 – South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula
Days 9 and 10 – Drake Passage to Ushuaia
Day 11 – Disembark in Ushuaia

You’ll enjoy iconic Antarctic highlights, exhilarating adventures and be rewarded with memories to last a lifetime.

SHIP

Ocean Diamond

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

Kayaking
Stand-up paddleboarding

ACTIVITIES

Balcony Suite

Balcony Suite

Single Obstructed View

Twin Obstructed View

Twin Window

Single Porthole

Triple

Library

Dinning Room

Antarctica has been inspiring explorers for centuries. And this expedition offers you the chance to discover why, with an unforgettable journey through the spectacular wilderness of the South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula. You’ll encounter a world where nature creates the rules, her unpredictable temperament making each trip unique, exciting and personal.

Imagine cruising in a Zodiac through crackling sea ice like shattered glass, witnessing penguins building their nests, or navigating through a maze of icebergs, each one uniquely shaped by its journey through the sea. You’ll enjoy iconic Antarctic highlights, exhilarating adventures and be rewarded with memories to last a lifetime.

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

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