Antarctica – Basecamp

March 14, 2023/by Fede y Lucho

Antarctica – Basecamp

» Antarctica

» Nov 30 2023 – Dec 12 2023 (13 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia

» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia

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EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

Day 1 – Embarkation in Ushuaia
Days 2 and 3 – Crossing the Drake Passage
Days 4 to 10 – Exploring Antarctica
Days 11 and 12 – Crossing the Drake Passage
Day 13 – Disembarkation in Ushuaia

SHIP

Ortelius

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

ACTIVITIES

Camping
Hiking
Kayaking
Mountaineering
Photography
Snowshoeing

Superior

Twin Deluxe

Twin Window

Twin Porthole Deck 3

Twin Porthole Deck 4

Twin Porthole

Quadruple Porthole

The Antarctic Peninsula Basecamp cruise offers you a myriad of ways to explore and enjoy the Antarctic Region. This expedition allows you to hike, snowshoe, kayak, go mountaineering, and even camp out under the Southern Polar skies.

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 strongly recommended).
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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Weddell Sea – In Search of the Emperor Penguin

March 14, 2023/by Fede y Lucho

Weddell Sea – In Search of the Emperor Penguin

» Antarctica

» Nov 20 2023 – Nov 30 2023 (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 – Crossing the Drake Passage
Days 4 to 7 – Exploring Antarctica; Weddell Sea to Snow Hill
Day 8 – Deception Island
Days 9 and 10 – Crossing the Drake Passage
Day 11 – Disembarkation in Ushuaia

SHIP

Ortelius

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

ACTIVITIES

Aerial Sightseeing
Heli-Landing

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.

Itinerary Outline

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 strongly recommended).
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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Weddell Sea – In Search of the Emperor Penguin

March 14, 2023/by Fede y Lucho

Weddell Sea – In Search of the Emperor Penguin

» Antarctica

» Nov 10 2023 – Nov 20 2023 (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 – Crossing the Drake Passage
Days 4 to 7 – Exploring Antarctica; Weddell Sea to Snow Hill
Day 8 – Deception Island
Days 9 and 10 – Crossing the Drake Passage
Day 11 – Disembarkation in Ushuaia

SHIP

Ortelius

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

ACTIVITIES

Aerial Sightseeing
Heli-Landing

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.

Itinerary Outline

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 strongly recommended).
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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Malvinas/Falkland Islands – South Georgia – Antarctica. Puerto Madryn to Ushuaia

March 14, 2023/by Fede y Lucho

Malvinas/Falkland Islands – South Georgia – Antarctica. Puerto Madryn to Ushuaia

» Antarctica

» Oct 21 2023 – Nov 10 2023 (21 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: Puerto Madryn

» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia

summary·description·itinerary·includes·excludes

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

Day 1 – Embarkation in Puerto Madryn
Days 2 and 3 – At Sea
Days 4 and 5 – Malvinas/Falkland Islands
Days 6 and 7 – At Sea
Days 8 to 11 – South Georgia
Day 12 – At Sea
Day 13 – South Orkney
Days 14 to 18 – Exploring Antarctica
Days 19 and 20 – Crossing the Drake Passage
Day 21 – Disembarkation in Ushuaia

SHIP

Ortelius

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

ACTIVITIES

Superior

Twin Deluxe

Twin Window

Twin Porthole Deck 3

Twin Porthole Deck 4

Twin Porthole

Quadruple Porthole

A cruise to the Falkland Islands, South Georgia & the Antarctic Peninsula. Visit some of the most beautiful arrays of wildlife on Earth. This journey will introduce you to at least 6 species of penguin and a whole lot of Antarctic fur seals!

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 strongly recommended).
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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Antarctica – Polar Circle – Whale Watching

March 14, 2023/by Fede y Lucho

Antarctica – Polar Circle – Whale Watching

» Antarctica

» Mar 21 2024 – Apr 1 2024 (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 – Crossing the Drake Passage
Days 4 to 9 – Exploring Antarctica and Crossing the Circle
Days 10 and 11 – Crossing the Drake Passage
Day 12 – Disembarkation in Ushuaia

SHIP

Plancius

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

Diving

ACTIVITIES

Plancius

Superior

Twin Deluxe

Twin Window

Twin Porthole Deck 3

Twin Porthole Deck 4

Twin Porthole

Quadruple Porthole

This Polar Circle and Antarctic Peninsula cruise passes through waters travelled by Humpback, Minke and Fin whales. Anchoring in various spots around the region, the expedition offers the chance to dive in the iceberg-heavy waters.

Itinerary Outline

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 strongly recommended).
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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Antarctica – Elephant Island – Weddell Sea – Polar Circle

March 14, 2023/by Fede y Lucho

Antarctica – Elephant Island – Weddell Sea – Polar Circle

» Antarctica

» Mar 7 2024 – Mar 21 2024 (15 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia

» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia

summary·description·itinerary·includes·excludes

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

Day 1 – Embarkation in Ushuaia
Days 2 and 3 – Crossing the Drake Passage
Day 4 – Elephant Island
Days 5 and 6 – Weddell Sea
Days 7 to 12 – Western Side of Antarctic Peninsula and Crossing the Circle
Day 15 – Disembarkation in Ushuaia

SHIP

Plancius

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

Kayaking
Polar Photography Workshops
Snowshoeing

ACTIVITIES

Plancius

Superior

Twin Deluxe

Twin Window

Twin Porthole Deck 3

Twin Porthole Deck 4

Twin Porthole

Quadruple Porthole

This expansive expedition takes you into the Antarctic Circle, combining the rich animal life of the Weddell Sea with the surreal shores and islands of the Antarctic Peninsula. Such key landing sites as the legendary Elephant Island and Crystal Sound make this voyage truly exceptional.

Itinerary Outline

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 strongly recommended).
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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Antarctica – Polar Circle

March 14, 2023/by Fede y Lucho

Antarctica – Polar Circle

» Antarctica

» Feb 25 2024 – Mar 7 2024 (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 – Crossing the Drake Passage
Days 4 to 9 – Exploring Antarctica and Crossing the Circle
Days 10 and 11 – Crossing the Drake Passage
Day 12 – Disembarkation in Ushuaia

SHIP

Plancius

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

Camping
Diving
Kayaking

ACTIVITIES

Plancius

Superior

Twin Deluxe

Twin Window

Twin Porthole Deck 3

Twin Porthole Deck 4

Twin Porthole

Quadruple Porthole

This Polar Circle and Antarctic Peninsula cruise passes through waters travelled by Humpback, Minke and Fin whales. Anchoring in various spots around the region, the expedition offers the chance to hike, kayak, and dive in the iceberg-heavy waters

Itinerary Outline

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 strongly recommended).
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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