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Overview
The Antarctic Peninsula is anything but a world of white desolation. Join us on a true adventure to a world of immense scale and visual splendour. Passing huge icebergs in the flat calm of a polar morning will reshape the way you look at your world. Encounter huge whales, enormous rookeries of penguins, and stunning landscapes few have ever witnessed. This 11-day expedition will introduce you to the magic of the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula.
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Overview
- Departs/Ends: Ushuaia to Ushuaia
- Travel style: Expedition
- Trip type: Max 134 aboard the G Expedition
What you get
- Accomodation: Twin-share hotel (1 nt), aboard the G Expedition in quad-, triple-, twin-share cabins, or suites (all with en suite bathrooms and porthole or window, 9 nts). Please note that all cabins consist of twin-size berths and are ocean-facing. Suites have one queen-size bed.
- Transport: G Expedition, Zodiac, private bus, walking.
- Meals: 10 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 9 dinners
- Team leader: One expedition team member per 10 guests.
Extras
- The international flight to and from start and finish city is not included in the tour price. Allow USD25-35 for meals not included. Drinks and tips on board not included.
Map & Itinerary
Day 1 Ushuaia
Arrive in Ushuaia at any time. Arrival transfer included. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the world's most southerly city.
Day 2 Ushuaia/Drake Passage
Enjoy a free morning in Ushuaia. Do any last minute shopping, explore the town, or visit the surrounding countryside. Embarkation on the G Expedition begins in the afternoon at the port in Ushuaia. Enjoy the evening sailing through the Beagle Channel. Meals included: breakfast, dinner
Day 3-4 Drake Passage/South Shetland Islands
The adventure begins with an 1000km (600mi) crossing of the passage named in honour of the 16th-century English sea captain and privateer, Sir Francis Drake. Take in daily lectures from the expedition team and keep an eye out for the first sightings of icebergs, whales and albatross following in the G Expedition's wake. Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 5-8 South Shetland Islands/Antarctic Peninsula
Experience some of the most unique wildlife viewing and inspiring scenery in the world while setting foot on the Antarctic continent. Attempt two shore landings per day (weather permitting) and encounter Gentoo, Chinstrap and Adélie penguin rookeries, Weddell, crabeater and leopard seals, and orca, humpback and minke whales in the cold Antarctic waters. During the voyage, learn about the peninsula's remarkable history. Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 9-10 Drake Passage/Ushuaia
Begin the journey north to the home port of Ushuaia. Review the highlights of the Antarctic experience with the lecturers and staff. Keep sharp eyes on the observation deck for some last-minute whale sightings. Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 11 Ushuaia
Disembark the G Expedition after breakfast. Meals included: breakfast
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Ships and Cabins - Travel Svalbard and Antarctica
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13 Mar 2020 23 Mar 2020
87470 SEK
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Category 4 - Twin
- Departs from: Ushuaia
- Ends in Ushuaia
Price per person 87470 SEK
13 Mar 2020 23 Mar 2020
78830 SEK
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Category 3 - Twin
- Departs from: Ushuaia
- Ends in Ushuaia
Price per person 78830 SEK
21 Nov 2020 01 Dec 2020
92870 SEK
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Category 4 - Twin
- Departs from: Ushuaia
- Ends in Ushuaia
Price per person 92870 SEK
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