Antarctic Peninsula: An Explorer’s Expedition

11 Days / 9 Nights On Board

Ushuaia to Ushuaia

Experience All of Antarctica’s Greatest Highlights

Antarctica offers an overabundance of riches, from breathtaking Orca and Humpback whales to smile-inducing penguins of multiple species; from huge, well-sculpted icebergs to mesmerizing glaciers glowing blue from within. On this voyage, we’ll introduce you to all that and more, as Antarctica always throws in a few surprises for us. If you’re looking for a perfect introduction to this life-changing continent in a time-efficient voyage, traveling with a team that’s committed to immersing you in all its glorious details, this itinerary just might have your name on it.

Activities: Kayaking, Photography, Citizen Science

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Day 1: Arrive in & Explore Ushuaia
Day 2: Embarkation
Days 3-4: Drake Passage
Day 5: South Shetland Islands
Day 6-8: Glorious Antarctica
Day 9-10: Drake Passage
Day 11: Disembarkation

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Day 1: Arrive and explore in Ushuaia

After a friendly welcome at the airport and a transfer to the luxurious Arakur Ushuaia Resort & Spa, take some time to unwind or explore the southernmost city in the world, Ushuaia. (In the unlikely event that you can't be accommodated at the Arakur, you'll unwind at another of Ushuaia's top luxury hotels.)

Our optional evening briefing is your opportunity to ask questions and meet some of your fellow explorers.

All Aboard!

Spend your morning relaxing at the hotel, visiting a museum, or exploring the shops in Ushuaia, before our mid-afternoon escort to the ship. Our Expedition Team and ship staff will welcome you on board and get you settled in, followed by a safety and orientation briefing and our Captain’s welcome dinner. We’re on our way to Antarctica!

Drake Passage

Join our Polar Experts as they share their vast knowledge of Antarctica, from its enchanting wildlife to its bold history. Participate in our pioneering Citizen Science program or sit back and take in this fabled journey while catching glimpses of rarely seen wildlife. Keep your binoculars handy to identify the many seabirds that escort our ship as we cross the Antarctic Convergence into Antarctica’s waters and noticeably cooler temperatures.

South Shetland Islands

Over time, the volcanic activity of the South Shetland Islands has created a geology unlike any other. Here, you can expect a spectacular display of mountains, glaciers, and wildlife, including Chinstrap and Gentoo penguins, and it’s not uncommon to share the water’s edge with Elephant and Fur seals. Whales are often spotted as well. So, we’ll settle into our Zodiacs and spend most of our day exploring. And kayakers, it’s time to get your first taste of gliding just inches off the pristine Antarctic water. Whether on land or sea, in Zodiac or kayak, be prepared for a fully immersive introduction to this incomparable part of the world.

Glorious Antarctica

Here’s our chance to explore any number of picturesque bays and landing sites, while maneuvering through iceberg-rich channels and into wildlife-rich waters. We’ll likely be joined by numerous species of enchanting penguins, seals, and whales, both in the sea and along the rugged coastlines. And there will be great opportunities to stop at several active scientific bases and historic landing sites during our typical two-a-day outings. A night of camping under the stars is also an unforgettable highlight for those who sign up. Our focus is always on the longest and most adventurous off-ship experience, so be prepared to take in all that Antarctica has to offer.

Drake Passage

We leave this magical place and make our way north, once again crossing the legendary Drake Passage. We have one last hurrah as we celebrate the conclusion of our expedition with a special slideshow and a final meal together.

Ushuaia Disembarkation

With huge smiles on weary, content faces, we disembark in the morning, letting you catch a flight to Buenos Aires or stay in Ushuaia for more sights and adventure.

Visiting a Penguin Colony

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Important Details

Prices based on twin occupancy except for Singles (1), Triples (3), and the Brynhilde Suite (4). A limited number of twin cabins may be sold for single occupancy at 1.7 times the twin rate.

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Traveling With a Group?

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Rates vary by cabin.

All Our Purpose-Built Ships Share a Single Purpose

Every ship in our expanding fleet, including O cean Nova, Ocean Albatros, and Ocean Victory, has something unique to offer. Ocean Nova is a classic expedition ship, which will surely enhance your sense of adventure, while Ocean Victory and Ocean Albatros are ultra-modern X-BOW vessels, incorporating decades of learning and advanced design. While our ships offer a range of on-board amenities, they are all designed to facilitate a remarkably seamless transition from on-board casual luxury, to off-ship exploration and discovery – a priority on every trip we offer. Even on board, generous outdoor viewing platforms and Nova’s famous 200-degree Panorama Lounge will keep you connected with all that is wild and wondrous. Finally, all our ships, and the voyages they serve, place the highest premium on sustainable practices and leaving a minimal carbon footprint in their wake.