Antarctica is an incredible destination with the power to transform those who are fortunate enough to experience it.
This South Georgia and Antarctica: Penguin Safari itinerary is the fastest way to get to the seldom visited South Georgia Island while also setting foot in the 7th continent. As we set sail, photograph massive albatross and beautiful pintado petrels as they swoop and soar around the ship, guiding us toward South Georgia. Beaches teeming with king penguins and elephant seals greet us on this fabled island, where we’ll pay our respects to famed explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton. Antarctica awaits, with its soaring peaks and staggering expanse. Go further into the Antarctic sea on a Zodiac, experience the rugged peninsula from a sea kayak, undertake an exhilarating hike up a sparkling glacier, or share an endearingly comical moment with an inquisitive gentoo, chinstrap or Adélie penguin. In these ways and countless others, Antarctica will amaze, surprise and delight.
Antarctica has been inspiring explorers for centuries—now it’s your turn. This purpose-built vessel, the Ultramarine, is designed to extend the boundaries of polar exploration and offer an unmatched Antarctic experience, including a flightseeing tour you’ll never forget and a range of adventure options more extensive than any other ship in its class. We’re excited to host you on your unforgettable adventure!
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Hilton Buenos Aires | Buenos Aires |
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B&B |
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Day 2 |
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Ultramarine |
14 nights |
FB+ |
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Day 2 |
day 1 |
Ushuaia |
day stop |
Ushuaia |
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Day 2 |
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Day 7 |
day 6 |
South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands |
day stop |
South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands |
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Day 7 |
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Day 11 |
day 10 |
Antarctic Peninsula |
day stop |
Antarctic Peninsula |
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Day 11 |
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Day 14 |
day 13 |
Drake Passage |
day stop |
Drake Passage |
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Day 14 |
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B&B: Bed and Breakfast |
FB+: Full Board Plus - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities |
16 Days / 15 Nights
From: $24,930 USD per person
Based on double occupancy. Price based on Explorer Suite. Other cabins available - ask us for details!
Includes:
- All meals, plus tea/coffee/juice around the clock
- Wine or beer during evening meals
- All zodiac excursions & landings with expedition leaders
- One 10- to 15-minute helicopter flightseeing excursion (weather and logistics permitting)
- One night’s pre-expedition hotel accommodation in Buenos Aires with breakfast
- Group flight departing from Buenos Aires’ domestic airport (Aeroparque/AEP) to Ushuaia, and returning to Buenos Aires’ international airport (Ezeiza/EZE)
- Transfers from hotel to airport in Buenos Aires and round-trip from Ushuaia airport to the ship
- Express bus tour of Tierra del Fuego National Park after disembarkation in Ushuaia
- Expedition gear: Parka ( to keep) & waterproof boots ( on loan)
- Photographic journal documenting the expedition
- Onboard ship credit for $250US per person
- Services of Civilized Adventures
- Complete pre-departure information and meeting (held in Calgary 1 month before departure)
Excludes:
- International airfare
- Passport and applicable visa expenses
- Travel Insurance for Trip Cancellation / Interruption and Medical insurance (mandatory)
- Kayaking ( $995USD per person)
- Onboard staff gratuities (recommended $15-20US per day, per person)
- Personal Items ( laundry, internet, spa)
- Bar tab
- Government arrival and departure taxes not mentioned
- Mandatory waterproof pants for Zodiac landing and cruising excursions, or any other gear not mentioned
- Arrival transfer from Buenos Aires airport to the hotel on Day 1
- Adventure Options not listed in Included Activities (sea-kayaking/paddling)
