Antarctica Active: All Inclusive Activities

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Duration:

14 days

Departure

Nov 24, 2026

Return

Dec 7, 2026

Vessel

132 Passengers

Price:

On Request

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Itinerary

Map

Inclusions

Day 1: Arrive Ushuaia

  • Arrive in Ushuaia, where you will be met by a representative of Aurora Expeditions and transferred to your pre-voyage hotel.

  • Check-in is from 3.00 pm.

  • Visit the Aurora Expeditions hospitality desk in the hotel lobby between 3.00 pm and 7.00 pm to collect luggage tags and confirm details for the next day.

  • The remainder of the day is at leisure, with all meals at your own expense.

Day 2: Embarkation

  • Enjoy breakfast and check-out.

  • Ensure cabin luggage is tagged and taken to hotel reception for transfer to the ship.

  • Those interested can join the Lake Escondido tour, meeting at 8.45 am in the hotel lobby.

  • Alternatively, spend the day at leisure before transferring to the pier for embarkation.

  • Once onboard, settle into your cabin and attend mandatory briefings.

  • The ship departs with spectacular views of Ushuaia and Tierra del Fuego.

  • Enjoy a welcome dinner with fellow expeditioners and the crew.

Day 3-4: Drake Passage Crossing

  • Commence the Drake Passage crossing, getting comfortable with the sea motions.

  • The expedition team prepares you for the first landing with wildlife guidelines and biosecurity procedures.

  • Start the lecture program to learn about Antarctica's history, wildlife, and environment.

  • Enjoy watching seabirds like albatrosses and giant petrels.

  • Use onboard facilities such as the gym, sauna, and jacuzzis.

  • Time and weather permitting, attempt the first landing in Antarctica by late afternoon.

Days 5-12: Antarctic Peninsula

  • Explore the western side of the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands.

  • Experience approximately 18-24 hours of daylight, allowing for busy days.

  • The expedition team designs daily activities based on weather, ice conditions, and wildlife opportunities.

  • Typically, make two landings or Zodiac excursions daily.

  • Visit penguin rookeries, historic huts, and explore favorite spots along the peninsula.

  • Participate in activities like Zodiac cruises, beach walks, and hikes.

  • Optional activities include paddling, camping, snowshoeing, and snorkeling.

Days 13-14: Drake Passage Crossing

  • Enjoy a final morning landing in the South Shetland Islands before re-entering the Drake Passage.

  • Engage in lectures and film presentations to complete the Antarctic experience.

  • Reflect on the journey and discuss conservation efforts.

  • Weather permitting, sail close to Cape Horn.

Day 15: Return to Ushuaia

  • Arrive back in Ushuaia, concluding the expedition.

Itinerary

Map

Inclusions

Day 1: Arrive Ushuaia

  • Arrive in Ushuaia, where you will be met by a representative of Aurora Expeditions and transferred to your pre-voyage hotel.

  • Check-in is from 3.00 pm.

  • Visit the Aurora Expeditions hospitality desk in the hotel lobby between 3.00 pm and 7.00 pm to collect luggage tags and confirm details for the next day.

  • The remainder of the day is at leisure, with all meals at your own expense.

Day 2: Embarkation

  • Enjoy breakfast and check-out.

  • Ensure cabin luggage is tagged and taken to hotel reception for transfer to the ship.

  • Those interested can join the Lake Escondido tour, meeting at 8.45 am in the hotel lobby.

  • Alternatively, spend the day at leisure before transferring to the pier for embarkation.

  • Once onboard, settle into your cabin and attend mandatory briefings.

  • The ship departs with spectacular views of Ushuaia and Tierra del Fuego.

  • Enjoy a welcome dinner with fellow expeditioners and the crew.

Day 3-4: Drake Passage Crossing

  • Commence the Drake Passage crossing, getting comfortable with the sea motions.

  • The expedition team prepares you for the first landing with wildlife guidelines and biosecurity procedures.

  • Start the lecture program to learn about Antarctica's history, wildlife, and environment.

  • Enjoy watching seabirds like albatrosses and giant petrels.

  • Use onboard facilities such as the gym, sauna, and jacuzzis.

  • Time and weather permitting, attempt the first landing in Antarctica by late afternoon.

Days 5-12: Antarctic Peninsula

  • Explore the western side of the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands.

  • Experience approximately 18-24 hours of daylight, allowing for busy days.

  • The expedition team designs daily activities based on weather, ice conditions, and wildlife opportunities.

  • Typically, make two landings or Zodiac excursions daily.

  • Visit penguin rookeries, historic huts, and explore favorite spots along the peninsula.

  • Participate in activities like Zodiac cruises, beach walks, and hikes.

  • Optional activities include paddling, camping, snowshoeing, and snorkeling.

Days 13-14: Drake Passage Crossing

  • Enjoy a final morning landing in the South Shetland Islands before re-entering the Drake Passage.

  • Engage in lectures and film presentations to complete the Antarctic experience.

  • Reflect on the journey and discuss conservation efforts.

  • Weather permitting, sail close to Cape Horn.

Day 15: Return to Ushuaia

  • Arrive back in Ushuaia, concluding the expedition.

Itinerary

Map

Inclusions

Day 1: Arrive Ushuaia

  • Arrive in Ushuaia, where you will be met by a representative of Aurora Expeditions and transferred to your pre-voyage hotel.

  • Check-in is from 3.00 pm.

  • Visit the Aurora Expeditions hospitality desk in the hotel lobby between 3.00 pm and 7.00 pm to collect luggage tags and confirm details for the next day.

  • The remainder of the day is at leisure, with all meals at your own expense.

Day 2: Embarkation

  • Enjoy breakfast and check-out.

  • Ensure cabin luggage is tagged and taken to hotel reception for transfer to the ship.

  • Those interested can join the Lake Escondido tour, meeting at 8.45 am in the hotel lobby.

  • Alternatively, spend the day at leisure before transferring to the pier for embarkation.

  • Once onboard, settle into your cabin and attend mandatory briefings.

  • The ship departs with spectacular views of Ushuaia and Tierra del Fuego.

  • Enjoy a welcome dinner with fellow expeditioners and the crew.

Day 3-4: Drake Passage Crossing

  • Commence the Drake Passage crossing, getting comfortable with the sea motions.

  • The expedition team prepares you for the first landing with wildlife guidelines and biosecurity procedures.

  • Start the lecture program to learn about Antarctica's history, wildlife, and environment.

  • Enjoy watching seabirds like albatrosses and giant petrels.

  • Use onboard facilities such as the gym, sauna, and jacuzzis.

  • Time and weather permitting, attempt the first landing in Antarctica by late afternoon.

Days 5-12: Antarctic Peninsula

  • Explore the western side of the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands.

  • Experience approximately 18-24 hours of daylight, allowing for busy days.

  • The expedition team designs daily activities based on weather, ice conditions, and wildlife opportunities.

  • Typically, make two landings or Zodiac excursions daily.

  • Visit penguin rookeries, historic huts, and explore favorite spots along the peninsula.

  • Participate in activities like Zodiac cruises, beach walks, and hikes.

  • Optional activities include paddling, camping, snowshoeing, and snorkeling.

Days 13-14: Drake Passage Crossing

  • Enjoy a final morning landing in the South Shetland Islands before re-entering the Drake Passage.

  • Engage in lectures and film presentations to complete the Antarctic experience.

  • Reflect on the journey and discuss conservation efforts.

  • Weather permitting, sail close to Cape Horn.

Day 15: Return to Ushuaia

  • Arrive back in Ushuaia, concluding the expedition.

Frequently asked questions

FAQs

1. How do I book an expedition with Unsold Antarctica?

2. What is included in the expedition price?

3. What is not included in the expedition price?

4. What should I pack for Antarctica?

5. Are there Antarctica expeditions suitable for solo travelers?

6. How many people will be on my Antarctica expedition?

7. What is your cancellation policy?

8. Do you offer travel insurance?

1. How do I book an expedition with Unsold Antarctica?

2. What is included in the expedition price?

3. What is not included in the expedition price?

4. What should I pack for Antarctica?

5. Are there Antarctica expeditions suitable for solo travelers?

6. How many people will be on my Antarctica expedition?

7. What is your cancellation policy?

8. Do you offer travel insurance?

1. How do I book an expedition with Unsold Antarctica?

2. What is included in the expedition price?

3. What is not included in the expedition price?

4. What should I pack for Antarctica?

5. Are there Antarctica expeditions suitable for solo travelers?

6. How many people will be on my Antarctica expedition?

7. What is your cancellation policy?

8. Do you offer travel insurance?

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