Antarctic Peninsula Cruise Wildlife Holiday
Wildlife Antarctica: Antarctic Peninsula Cruise Holiday Details
Antarctic Peninsula - Cruise to Antarctica - Small Ship - Varied Programme of Lectures - Experienced and Fun Crew - Relaxed Informal Atmosphere
Brief Description
- Once in a lifetime visit to the pristine white continent, in comfort.
- Cruise to Antarctica on board a first class vessel for just 78 passengers.
- Relax in the hands of one of the most experienced teams in the region.
- Spend time in the bridge chatting to your sociable captain.
- Enjoy a varied and interesting programme of lectures and landings.
Wildlife Antarctica Holiday Itinerary
Day 1 | Ushuaia | Travel to Tierra del Fuego
Arrive in the Argentine port town of Ushuaia.
Relax this evening.
Day 2 | Ushuaia | Day to explore and relax
Full day to wander the town or take a tour to the inland of the island. (b)
Day 3 | Ushuaia | Board your boat
Board your boat, the MV/Antarctic Dream. Cabins are very comfortable and spacious, all have external portholes. Set sail to Antarctica this evening. (b,d)
Day 4 | Open seas | Sail Drake’s Passage
Cross the 400 miles of Drake’s Passage over the next two days.
Seabirds fly alongside the ship, look out for whales, dolphins and penguins. (b,l,d)
Day 5 | Open seas | Sail Drake’s Passage
There is a programme of talks on board. Relax in the gym, sauna, library or pub. Food on board is a highlight.
(b,l,d)
Day 6 | Neko Bay | South Shetland Islands shore landing
Go ashore to King George Island today. See wildlife with your expert naturalist guides, elephant seals and penguins. Take a helicopter flight if the weather is good enough. (b,l,d)
Day 7 | Antarctica | Set foot on Antarctica
Set foot on the mainland of Antarctica for the first time.
Encounter rich bird life and marine mammals, leopard seals as well as Orcas, humpback and minke whales.
(b,l,d)
Day 8 | Antarctica | Explore ice formations
Sail south through a narrow passage, icebergs fill the waters. The most southerly landing of your expedition is today. Look for gentoo and chinstrap penguins and elephant seals. (b,l,d)
Day 9 | Antarctica | Visit penguin colonies
This morning to explore the faces of huge glaciers.
Afternoon shore landings and wildlife spotting. (b,l,d)
Day 10 | Antarctica | Explore ice formations
Sail to the largest active volcano in the area.
Visit the ruins of an old whaling station. Swim in waters warmed by the volcanic sand. (b,l,d)
Day 11 | Drake’s Passage | Relax
Return journey. Relax and talk over your experiences. (b,l,d)
Day 12 | Drake’s Passage | Relax
Drake’s passage is entirely open water with no land anywhere around the world at these latitudes. (b,l,d)
Day 13 | home | Flight
Disembark this morning for your onward flight. (b)
"The most stunning holiday, great food and surprisingly comfortable. I can’t say enough about the crew and it was such a bonus to explore in such a small group.” Simon H, 2006
Prices & Departures
2008 |
07 Nov | 17 Nov | 27 Nov | 07 Dec | 17 Dec | 27 Dec | £3,945 |
2009 |
06 Jan | 16 Jan | 26 Jan | 05 Feb | 15 Feb | 25 Feb | 07 Mar | £3,945 |
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2 nights in first class hotels (twin share); |
| Not included | Flights to Ushuaia; personal expenses or tips. |
| Upgrades | On Antarctic Dream you can upgrade your cabin. Shackleton deck is an extra £740pp; Piloto Pardo deck (suite) £1,940pp; Cape Horn deck (suite) £2,490pp. |
| Solo travellers | If you prefer to have your own room in hotels and on the boat then a supplement is payable. Please call us to discuss. |
Prices are per person based on two sharing.
Prices may be subject to change: please confirm at booking.
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