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Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Elephant Island - Antarctica - Polar Circle

Summary:

All (sub-)Antarctic highlights in one voyage, with spectacular landing sites on the Falkland Islands and encounters with black-browed albatrosses and rockhopper pinguins. You’ll have the chance to meet at least six different penguin species. You’ll explor...

Duration
23 Days
Countries
6
Next Departure
20-Feb-2025
Starting at
± USD 16,825.00
Price per day
± USD 672.00

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Operator
Oceanwide Expeditions
Ship
m/v Hondius
Tour
Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Elephant Island - Antarctica - Polar Circle
Travel Quality
Extraordinary Travel
Itinerary
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Summary

All (sub-)Antarctic highlights in one voyage, with spectacular landing sites on the Falkland Islands and encounters with black-browed albatrosses and rockhopper pinguins. You’ll have the chance to meet at least six different penguin species. You’ll explore the transition from the sub-Antarctic to the Antarctic Polar Region, experiencing how the drop in temperature can make a huge impact on the colours of the surrounding landscapes; from the warmer tones of the sub-Antarctic side to the icy rugged beauty of the true Antarctic. Witness how those few degrees of difference in the transition zone can make the difference between an animal or plant species choosing to live on one side of the Antarctic Convergence (the Polar Front) or the other. This cruise includes also four days on South Georgia, probably the most beautiful place on earth. Be prepared for ten thousands of king penguins and their chicks, sea lions on the beaches, elephant seals, wandering albatrosses and Gentoo penguins and great historical sites including the trails of British Polar explorer Ernest Shackleton. We plan a visit to Orcadas station on South Orkney Islands and If the ice permits we will sail into the Weddell Sea through the ice-clogged Antarctic Sound. Huge tabular icebergs will announce our arrival to the eastern side of the Antarctic Peninsula.

Map: Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Elephant Island - Antarctica - Polar Circle (Oceanwide)

Short Itinerary / Route

Day 1.
Ushuaia
Day 2.
Sailing To Falkland Islands
Day 3.
Falkland Islands
Day 4.
Falkland Islands
Day 5-6.
Sailing To South Georgia
Day 7-10.
South Georgia
Day 11.
Sailing To Antarctic Peninsula
Day 12.
South Orkney Islands
Day 13.
Sailing Along Antarctic Peninsula
Day 14.
Sailing Along Antarctic Peninsula
Day 15.
South Shetland Islands
Day 16-20.
Sailing Along Antarctic Peninsula
Day 21-22.
Sailing To Ushuaia
Day 23.
Ushuaia

Travel Countries (6): Antarctica (Argentina), Argentina, Falkland Islands, South Georgia, South Orkney Islands, South Shetland Islands

Ports of call (10): Antarctic Peninsula, Drake Passage, Falkland Islands, Neko Harbour, South Georgia, South Orkney Islands, South Shetland Islands, Stanley, Ushuaia, Weddell Sea

Important!

  • All itineraries are for guidance only. Programs may vary depending on ice, weather, and wildlife conditions. Landings are subject to site availabilities, permissions, and environmental concerns per IAATO regulations. Official sailing plans and landing slots are scheduled with IAATO prior to the start of the season, but the expedition leader determines the final plan. Flexibility is paramount for expedition cruises. The average cruising speed for our vessel is 10.5 knots.
  • Ship Information

    Ship Name
    m/v Hondius
    Ship Type
    Expedition Ship

    Travel Package

     

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    Ushuaia

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    Ushuaia

    Sea CruisesThis is an Organised Sea Cruise, Luxury Cruise or Expedition: you will eat and sleep on-board of the ship. These are smaller ships that may transport a few hundred passengers, but not thousands. The cruise operator set the itinerary, the destinations, duration and departure dates as well as the price per cabin type/deck. Excursions and activities can be included or optional. You can join, enjoy and meet other people.

    Tour Variations

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    Memberships and Financial Protection

    SGR AECO IAATO


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