Spirit of Shackleton
Spirit of Shackleton
» Antarctica
» Jan 11 2020 – Jan 21 2020 (21 DAYS)
» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia
» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia
EXPEDITION IN BRIEF
- Meet hardy locals and see unique wildlife in the Falkland Islands
- Explore abandoned whaling stations and visit Shackleton’s grave
- Walk quietly amongst king penguins and watch them surf onto the beach
- Learn about the environment and ecology from industry experts
- Spot whales and seals while cruising through icebergs on Zodiacs
- Set foot on the continent of Antarctica
ITINERARY OVERVIEW
- Day 1 – Ushuaia
- Day 2 – Ushuaia/Beagle Channel
- Day 3 – Beagle Channel/Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
- Days 4 and 5 – Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)/Southern Ocean
- Days 6 and 7 – Southern Ocean/South Georgia
- Days 8 to 11 – South Georgia/Scotia Sea
- Days 12 and 13 – Scotia Sea/Tierra de O’Higgins, Peninsula
- Days 14 to 18 – Tierra de O’Higgins, Peninsula /Drake Passage
- Days 19 and 20 – Drake Passage/Ushuaia
- Day 21 – Ushuaia
SHIP
ADVENTURE OPTIONS
Kayaking
ACTIVITIES
MS EXPEDITION (Ph: David-Fletcher)
MS EXPEDITION (Ph: David-Fletcher)
Albatross Dining Room
Polar Bear Bar
Library
Category 5 suite
Category 4 cabin
Category 3 cabin
Category 2 cabin
Category 1 cabin
Mudroon
MS Expedition
Experience vast penguin rookeries and seal colonies on this awe-inspiring voyage to Antarctica, South Georgia, and the Falkland Islands. This 21-day voyage illuminates Ernest Shackleton’s legend and recounts his courageous exploration of Antarctica. You’ll visit historical sites of past explorers, as well as Shackleton’s final resting place – the wildlife-rich island of South Georgia. Antarctica is beyond comprehension and sure to amaze any traveller seeking a true adventure to the world’s most remote wilderness.
INCLUDES
- One pre-voyage night at hotel
- 19 nights abroad the G Expedition
- Arrival and departure transfers
- Zodiac excursions with an expert expedition team
- Lectures and educational programs
- Waterproof boots supplied for USA sizes 6-16
- Expedition parka
- 20 breakfasts, 18 lunches, 19 dinners
EXCLUDES
- Airfare
- Visa and passport fees (if applicable)
- Luggage and trip cancellation insurance
- Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages (coffee, tea and water are free of charge)
- Personal expenses such as laundry and onboard communication (telephone calls and e-mail service)
- Emergency Evacuation Insurance to a minimum benefit of USD 200,000
- Staff gratuities
