Antarctic Peninsula

August 31, 2017/by radmin

Antarctic Peninsula

» Antarctica

» Jan 3 2018 – Jan 13 2018 (11 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia

» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia

summary·description·itinerary·includes·excludes

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

PLEASE NOTE: A typical itinerary to the Antarctic Peninsula is illustrated below. This itinerary is for guidance only. Programs may vary depending on local ice and weather conditions, the availability of landing sites and opportunities to see wildlife. The final itinerary will be determined by the Expedition Leader on board. Flexibility is paramount for expedition cruises. Average cruising speed for m/v Ortelius is 10,5 knots.

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

Day 1 – Embarkation in Ushuaia
Days 2 and 3 – At sea
Days 4 to 8 – Antarctica
Days 9 and 10 – At sea
Day 11 – Disembarkation in Ushuaia

SHIP

Ortelius

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

Camping
Kayaking

ACTIVITIES

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)

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Antarctic Peninsula – Basecamp Plancius

August 31, 2017/by radmin

Antarctic Peninsula – Basecamp Plancius

» Antarctica

» Dec 29 2017 – Jan 9 2018 (12 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia

» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia

summary·description·itinerary·includes·excludes

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

Day 1 – Embarkation in Ushuaia
Days 2 and 3 – En-route to the Antarctic Peninsula
Days 4 to 9 – Antarctica
Days 10 and 11 – At sea en-route to Ushuaia
Day 12 – Disembarkation in Ushuaia

SHIP

Plancius

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

ACTIVITIES

Camping
Kayaking
Mountaineering
Photo Workshop
Snowshoeing

PLEASE NOTE: A Basecamp itinerary to the Antarctic Peninsula is illustrated below. This itinerary is for guidance only. Programs may vary depending on local ice and weather conditions, the availability of landing sites and opportunities to see wildlife. The final itinerary will be determined by the Expedition Leader on board. Flexibility is paramount for expedition cruises. During our “Basecamp” departures, all offered activities are free of charge. Average cruising speed for m/v Plancius is 10,5 knots.

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
During our “Basecamp” departures, all offered activities (including camping, kayaking, snowshoe/hiking, mountaineering, photo workshop) as well as our standard included shore excursions and zodiac cruises) are free of charge

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)

OWS171800041

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

July 4, 2017/by radmin

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

» Antarctica

» Dec 28 2017 – Jan 7 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
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

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

QUS171800008

Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent

July 4, 2017/by radmin

Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent

» Antarctica

» Nov 6 2018 – Nov 16 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

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
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

QUS181900010

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

July 4, 2017/by radmin

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

» Antarctica

» Mar 2 2018 – Mar 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
Take advantage of such inclusions as domestic flights, gratuities, and drinks aboard our all-suites ship, the Island Sky

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

Day 1 – Buenos Aires and Ushuaia, Argentina
Day 2 – Embarkation Day
Days 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 – Disembark in Ushuaia and fly to Buenos Aires

The highlights are endless, the adventure exhilarating and the memories eternal.

SHIP

Island Sky

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

Stand-up paddleboarding

ACTIVITIES

This expedition transports you to a land that has risen from its winter slumber. Curious penguins are nesting, and majestic whales are returning. Melting sea ice creates highways of water, inviting travelers with a sense of adventure to step off the beaten track and explore the world’s most remote, unspoiled and wildest continent.

Sail through landscapes of blue and white hues peppered with icebergs. You might experience an overwhelming silence broken only by the splash of a breaching humpback whale, approach an ice floe as a resting leopard seal raises its head in curiosity, or become surrounded by a bounty of penguins on snow-capped islands. The highlights are endless, the adventure exhilarating and the memories eternal.

INCLUDES

Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeeping
All breakfasts, lunches, dinners and snacks on board
Complimentary house wine, beer and spirits 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
Gratuities for shipboard staff and crew
Emergency evacuation insurance to a maximum benefit of US$500,000 per person
Flight from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia
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
Flight from Ushuaia to Buenos Aires

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

QUS171800014

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

July 4, 2017/by radmin

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

» Antarctica

» Dec 28 2017 – Jan 6 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
Take advantage of such inclusions as domestic flights, gratuities, and drinks aboard our all-suites ship, the Island Sky

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

Day 1 – Buenos Aires and Ushuaia, Argentina

Day 2 – Embarkation Day

Days 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 – Disembark in Ushuaia and fly to Buenos Aires

SHIP

Island Sky

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

Stand-up paddleboarding

ACTIVITIES

This expedition transports you to a land that has risen from its winter slumber. Curious penguins are nesting, and majestic whales are returning. Melting sea ice creates highways of water, inviting travelers with a sense of adventure to step off the beaten track and explore the world’s most remote, unspoiled and wildest continent.

Sail through landscapes of blue and white hues peppered with icebergs. You might experience an overwhelming silence broken only by the splash of a breaching humpback whale, approach an ice floe as a resting leopard seal raises its head in curiosity, or become surrounded by a bounty of penguins on snow-capped islands. The highlights are endless, the adventure exhilarating and the memories eternal.

INCLUDES

Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeeping
All breakfasts, lunches, dinners and snacks on board
Complimentary house wine, beer and spirits 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
Gratuities for shipboard staff and crew
Emergency evacuation insurance to a maximum benefit of US$500,000 per person
Flight from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia
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
Flight from Ushuaia to Buenos Aires

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

QUS171800009

Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent

July 4, 2017/by radmin

Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent

» Antarctica

» Feb 28 2018 – Mar 10 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

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
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

QUS171800013

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

July 4, 2017/by radmin

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

» Antarctica

» Jan 26 2018 – Feb 17 2018 (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; and
On board lecturers and educational presentations from Polar specialists.

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 Adventurer

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

Kayaking

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

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

QUS171800036

Falklands (Malvinas), South Georgia and Antarctica: Explorers and Kings

July 3, 2017/by radmin

Falklands (Malvinas), South Georgia and Antarctica: Explorers and Kings

» Antarctica

» Jan 25 2018 – Feb 13 2018 (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;
Immerse yourself in the icy realm of the Antarctic, with an optional kayaking excursion

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 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 Diamond

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

Kayaking

ACTIVITIES

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
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

QUS171800035

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

July 3, 2017/by radmin

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

» Antarctica

» Jan 6 2018 – Jan 25 2018 (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
Stand-up paddleboarding

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
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

QUS171800034