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Spirit of Shackleton

Summary:

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’l...

Duration
21 Days
Next Departure
11-Jan-2025
Starting at
USD 20,199.00
Price per day
USD 962.00
Tour Type

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  • G Adventures
Operator
G Adventures
Tour
Spirit of Shackleton
Travel Style
Small Group Tour with More Flexibility
Group Size
1 - 12
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Summary

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.

Map: Spirit of Shackleton (G Adventures)

Short Itinerary / Route

Day 1
Ushuaia
Day 2
Ushuaia/Drake Passage
Day 3-4
Drake Passage/South Shetland Islands
Day 5-9
South Shetland Islands/Tierra De O'higgins, Peníns...
Day 10-11
Tierra De O'higgins, Península/Scotia Sea
Day 12-15
Scotia Sea/South Georgia
Day 16-17
South Georgia/Southern Ocean
Day 18-19
Southern Ocean/Falkland Islands
Day 20
Falkland Islands/Beagle Channel/Ushuaia
Day 21
Ushuaia

Highlights

  • Meet hardy locals and spot 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 past icebergs aboard Zodiacs, set foot on the continent of Antarctica
  • 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.

Included in Price

  • 20 breakfasts, 18 lunches, 19 dinners
  • 19 nts aboard the G Expedition. 1 nt hotel in Ushuaia, on a twin share basis. Arrival and departure transfers. Zodiac excursions with our expert expedition team. Lectures and educational programs. Waterproof boots supplied for USA sizes 4 - 16. Expedition parka.

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Ushuaia

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Ushuaia

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