Day 1: Arrival in Ushuaia, Argentina

• Arrive in Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world.

• Spend the day exploring Ushuaia, perhaps visiting the Tierra del Fuego National Park or enjoying local cuisine.

• Overnight in Ushuaia.

Day 2: Embarkation in Ushuaia

• Embark on your vessel in the late afternoon.

• Sail through the Beagle Channel, a scenic waterway that transects the Tierra del Fuego archipelago.

• Begin your journey to Antarctica.

Day 3 & 4: Crossing the Drake Passage

• Spend two days crossing the Drake Passage, known for its high winds and rough seas.

• Attend onboard lectures on wildlife, history, glaciology, and geology.

• Keep an eye out for seabirds and whales from the deck.

Day 5: South Shetland Islands

• Arrive at the South Shetland Islands.

• Potential landings and Zodiac excursions to explore the islands' wildlife and landscapes.

• Opportunities to see penguins, seals, and whales.

Day 6 & 7: Antarctic Peninsula

• Explore the Antarctic Peninsula, visiting sites such as Cierva Cove, Cuverville Island, and Danco Island.

• Zodiac cruises and landings to observe penguins, seals, and other wildlife.

• Optional activities like kayaking or camping (depending on the season).

Day 8: Antarctic Peninsula

• Continue exploring the Antarctic Peninsula.

• Visit sites like Damoy Point, Enterprise Island, and Paradise Harbor.

• Enjoy Zodiac cruises and landings to see wildlife and historical sites.

Day 9 & 10: Antarctic Peninsula

• Further exploration of the Antarctic Peninsula.

• Visit locations like Lemaire Channel, Melchior Islands, and Mikkelsen Harbor.

• Opportunities for Zodiac cruises and landings to observe wildlife and landscapes.

Day 11: Return to Ushuaia via the Drake Passage

• Begin the journey back across the Drake Passage.

• Attend final onboard lectures and reflect on your experiences.

• Arrive in Ushuaia in the morning, disembark after breakfast.