Antarctic Express: Crossing the Circle (with Punta Arenas flights)

January 9, 2018/by radmin

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Antarctic Express: Crossing the Circle (with Punta Arenas flights)

» Antarctica

» Feb 13 2019 – Feb 23 2019 (11 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: King George Island, Antarctica

» DISEMBARKATION: King George Island, Antarctica

summary·description·itinerary·includes·excludes

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

Experience the fastest, most direct way to Antarctica
Fly over the Drake Passage
Marvel at all the Antarctic Peninsula highlights, including crossing the Antarctic Circle
Take advantage of optional polar camping along the Peninsula
Enjoy on-board lectures and educational presentations from polar specialists

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

Day 1 – Punta Arenas, Chile
Day 2 – Embarkation day
Days 3 to 5 – Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands
Days 6 and 7 – Antarctic Circle
Days 8 and 9 – Northbound Along the Peninsula
Day 10 – Disembarkation in Punta Arenas
Day 11 – Depart Punta Arenas

You may go in search of whales and find yourself bearing witness to a glacier calving.

SHIP

Ocean Adventurer

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

Camping
Kayaking

ACTIVITIES

A short, comfortable flight from Punta Arenas, Chile, to King George Island in Antarctica has you with boots on the ground in no time, overtaken by the sheer magnitude of the 7th Continent. Fully immersed in the Antarctic environment, you’ll experience a roller coaster of emotions, from excitement to exquisite solitude to incredible gratitude for the wonder of it all.

You may go in search of whales and find yourself bearing witness to a glacier calving. Or you may plan to climb one more peak for a better vantage point and find yourself in a rookery of curious penguins. Antarctica will leave you in awe, but it won’t leave you unchanged.

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 Punta Arenas from the airport to the pre-expedition hotel on Day 1
One night’s pre-expedition hotel accommodation in Punta Arenas, with breakfast
A briefing dinner on Day 1 in Punta Arenas
Pre-expedition group transfer in Punta Arenas from the hotel to the airport
Flights to and from Antarctica
Post-expedition group transfer in Punta Arenas from the airport to the hotel
One night’s post-expedition hotel accommodation in Punta Arenas, with breakfast

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

QUS181900053

Antarctic Express: Crossing the Circle (with Punta Arenas flights)

January 9, 2018/by radmin

Antarctic Express: Crossing the Circle (with Punta Arenas flights)

» Antarctica

» Jan 10 2019 – Jan 20 2019 (11 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: King George Island, Antarctica

» DISEMBARKATION: King George Island, Antarctica

summary·description·itinerary·includes·excludes

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

Experience the fastest, most direct way to Antarctica
Fly over the Drake Passage
Marvel at all the Antarctic Peninsula highlights, including crossing the Antarctic Circle
Take advantage of optional polar camping along the Peninsula
Enjoy on-board lectures and educational presentations from polar specialists

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

Day 1 – Punta Arenas, Chile
Day 2 – Embarkation day
Days 3 to 5 – Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands
Days 6 and 7 – Antarctic Circle
Days 8 and 9 – Northbound Along the Peninsula
Day 10 – Disembarkation in Punta Arenas
Day 11 – Depart Punta Arenas

You may go in search of whales and find yourself bearing witness to a glacier calving.

SHIP

Ocean Adventurer

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

Camping
Kayaking

ACTIVITIES

A short, comfortable flight from Punta Arenas, Chile, to King George Island in Antarctica has you with boots on the ground in no time, overtaken by the sheer magnitude of the 7th Continent. Fully immersed in the Antarctic environment, you’ll experience a roller coaster of emotions, from excitement to exquisite solitude to incredible gratitude for the wonder of it all.

You may go in search of whales and find yourself bearing witness to a glacier calving. Or you may plan to climb one more peak for a better vantage point and find yourself in a rookery of curious penguins. Antarctica will leave you in awe, but it won’t leave you unchanged.

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 Punta Arenas from the airport to the pre-expedition hotel on Day 1
One night’s pre-expedition hotel accommodation in Punta Arenas, with breakfast
A briefing dinner on Day 1 in Punta Arenas
Pre-expedition group transfer in Punta Arenas from the hotel to the airport
Flights to and from Antarctica
Post-expedition group transfer in Punta Arenas from the airport to the hotel
One night’s post-expedition hotel accommodation in Punta Arenas, with breakfast

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

QUS181900052

Antarctic Express: Crossing the Circle (with Punta Arenas flights)

January 9, 2018/by radmin

Antarctic Express: Crossing the Circle (with Punta Arenas flights)

» Antarctica

» Jan 2 2019 – Jan 12 2019 (11 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: King George Island, Antarctica

» DISEMBARKATION: King George Island, Antarctica

summary·description·itinerary·includes·excludes

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

Experience the fastest, most direct way to Antarctica
Fly over the Drake Passage
Marvel at all the Antarctic Peninsula highlights, including crossing the Antarctic Circle
Take advantage of optional polar camping along the Peninsula
Enjoy on-board lectures and educational presentations from polar specialists

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

Day 1 – Punta Arenas, Chile
Day 2 – Embarkation day
Days 3 to 5 – Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands
Days 6 and 7 – Antarctic Circle
Days 8 and 9 – Northbound Along the Peninsula
Day 10 – Disembarkation in Punta Arenas
Day 11 – Depart Punta Arenas

You may go in search of whales and find yourself bearing witness to a glacier calving.

SHIP

Ocean Adventurer

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

Camping
Kayaking

ACTIVITIES

A short, comfortable flight from Punta Arenas, Chile, to King George Island in Antarctica has you with boots on the ground in no time, overtaken by the sheer magnitude of the 7th Continent. Fully immersed in the Antarctic environment, you’ll experience a roller coaster of emotions, from excitement to exquisite solitude to incredible gratitude for the wonder of it all.

You may go in search of whales and find yourself bearing witness to a glacier calving. Or you may plan to climb one more peak for a better vantage point and find yourself in a rookery of curious penguins. Antarctica will leave you in awe, but it won’t leave you unchanged.

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 Punta Arenas from the airport to the pre-expedition hotel on Day 1
One night’s pre-expedition hotel accommodation in Punta Arenas, with breakfast
A briefing dinner on Day 1 in Punta Arenas
Pre-expedition group transfer in Punta Arenas from the hotel to the airport
Flights to and from Antarctica
Post-expedition group transfer in Punta Arenas from the airport to the hotel
One night’s post-expedition hotel accommodation in Punta Arenas, with breakfast

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

QUS181900051

Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent

January 9, 2018/by radmin

Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent

» Antarctica

» Dec 9 2018 – Dec 19 2018 (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 – 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 – Crossing the Drake Passage
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

Camping
Kayaking

ACTIVITIES

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

QUS181900050

Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent

January 9, 2018/by radmin

Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent

» Antarctica

» Dec 8 2018 – Dec 18 2018 (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 – 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 – Crossing the Drake Passage
Day 11 – Disembark in Ushuaia

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

SHIP

Ocean Adventurer

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

Camping
Kayaking

ACTIVITIES

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

QUS181900013

Antarctic Express: Fly the Drake (with Punta Arenas flights)

January 9, 2018/by radmin

Antarctic Express: Fly the Drake (with Punta Arenas flights)

» Antarctica

» Dec 28 2018 – Jan 4 2019 (8 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: King George Island, Antarctica

» DISEMBARKATION: King George Island, Antarctica

summary·description·itinerary·includes·excludes

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

Experience the fastest, most direct way to Antarctica
Fly over the Drake Passage
Marvel at all the Antarctic Peninsula highlights, including crossing the Antarctic Circle
Enjoy on-board lectures and educational presentations from polar specialists

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

Day 1 – Punta Arenas, Chile
Day 2 – Embarkation day
Days 3 to 6 – Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands
Day 7 – Disembarkation and fly to Punta Arenas
Day 8 – Depart Punta Arenas

Keep your camera ready as you cruise in a Zodiac in search of whales, seabirds and astounding icebergs.

SHIP

Ocean Adventurer

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

Kayaking

ACTIVITIES

You’re ready to explore King George Island and the Antarctic Peninsula—and no Drake Passage crossings are required! With a spectacular aerial view, included charter flights between Punta Arenas and Antarctica have you experiencing the majesty of the 7th continent before transferring you to your ship in no time.

Keep your camera ready as you cruise in a Zodiac in search of whales, seabirds and astounding icebergs. Beaches dotted with leopard seals and penguins give way to icy plateaus, with snowcapped mountain peaks looming behind. You’ll find yourself thankful for the near-constant sunlight by which you can continue to take it all in.

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 Punta Arenas from the airport to the pre-expedition hotel on Day 1
One night’s pre-expedition hotel accommodation in Punta Arenas, with breakfast
A briefing dinner on Day 1 in Punta Arenas
Pre-expedition group transfer in Punta Arenas from the hotel to the airport
Flights to and from Antarctica
Post-expedition group transfer in Punta Arenas from the airport to the hotel
One night’s post-expedition hotel accommodation in Punta Arenas, with breakfast

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
Transfer from the hotel to the airport at the end of the expedition

Note: Baggage allowance on charter flights is 33 lbs (15 kg) checked and 11 lbs (5 kg) carry-on.

QUS181900023

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

January 8, 2018/by radmin

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

» Antarctica

» Dec 2 2018 – Dec 11 2018 (10 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 7 – South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula
Days 8 and 9 – Crossing the Drake Passage
Day 10 – 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

Kayaking

ACTIVITIES

Photography
Snowshoeing

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
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

QUS181900006

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

January 8, 2018/by radmin

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

» Antarctica

» Jan 8 2019 – Jan 18 2018 (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
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

QUS181900007

Epic Antarctica: Crossing the Circle via Falklands (Malvinas) & South Georgia

January 8, 2018/by radmin

Epic Antarctica: Crossing the Circle via Falklands (Malvinas) & South Georgia

» Antarctica

» Dec 18 2018 – Jan 9 2019 (23 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 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 voyages 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
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

Ocean Endeavour

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

Kayaking
Stand-up paddleboarding

ACTIVITIES

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure on this diverse expedition – you’ll experience the spectacular flora and fauna of the Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) before immersing yourself in the unique history and exquisite, rare wildlife of South Georgia.
Whether you’re visiting Antarctic research stations, witnessing a sudden minke whale breach from your Zodiac, sharing a magical moment with king penguins, or celebrating crossing the Antarctic Circle with like-minded travelers and crew, you’ll know this experience will live on in you forever.

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

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

*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

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Antarctic Express: Crossing the Circle (with Punta Arenas flights)

January 8, 2018/by radmin

Antarctic Express: Crossing the Circle (with Punta Arenas flights)

» Antarctica

» Dec 20 2018 – Dec 30 2018 (11 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: King George Island, Antarctica

» DISEMBARKATION: King George Island, Antarctica

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EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

Experience the fastest, most direct way to Antarctica
Fly over the Drake Passage
Marvel at all the Antarctic Peninsula highlights, including crossing the Antarctic Circle
Take advantage of optional polar camping along the Peninsula
Enjoy on-board lectures and educational presentations from polar specialists

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

Day 1 – Punta Arenas, Chile
Day 2 – Embarkation day
Days 3 to 5 – Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands
Days 6 and 7 – Antarctic Circle
Days 8 and 9 – Northbound Along the Peninsula
Day 10 – Disembarkation in Punta Arenas
Day 11 – Depart Punta Arenas

You may go in search of whales and find yourself bearing witness to a glacier calving.

SHIP

Ocean Adventurer

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

Camping
Kayaking

ACTIVITIES

A short, comfortable flight from Punta Arenas, Chile, to King George Island in Antarctica has you with boots on the ground in no time, overtaken by the sheer magnitude of the 7th Continent. Fully immersed in the Antarctic environment, you’ll experience a roller coaster of emotions, from excitement to exquisite solitude to incredible gratitude for the wonder of it all.

You may go in search of whales and find yourself bearing witness to a glacier calving. Or you may plan to climb one more peak for a better vantage point and find yourself in a rookery of curious penguins. Antarctica will leave you in awe, but it won’t leave you unchanged.

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 Punta Arenas from the airport to the pre-expedition hotel on Day 1
One night’s pre-expedition hotel accommodation in Punta Arenas, with breakfast
A briefing dinner on Day 1 in Punta Arenas
Pre-expedition group transfer in Punta Arenas from the hotel to the airport
Flights to and from Antarctica
Post-expedition group transfer in Punta Arenas from the airport to the hotel
One night’s post-expedition hotel accommodation in Punta Arenas, with breakfast

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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