Antarctic Peninsula

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Antarctica Peninsula

Duration:

11 days

Departures

Vessels

Price:

On Request

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Itinerary

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Day 1 (February 6): Arrival in Ushuaia, Argentina

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

  • Spend the night at a hotel.

Day 2 (February 7): Embarkation in Ushuaia

  • Board the ship, the Sea Spirit.

  • Set sail from Ushuaia.

Day 3-4 (February 8-9): Crossing the Drake Passage

  • Begin the journey across the Drake Passage.

  • Look out for humpback and fin whales, wandering albatross, and other seabirds.

  • Cross the Antarctic Convergence.

  • Briefings and presentations prepare passengers for arrival in Antarctica.

Day 5: South Shetland Islands

  • Arrive in the South Shetland Islands.

  • Explore the islands' historical sites and abundant wildlife.

Day 6-10 (February 10-14): Antarctic Peninsula

  • Explore the Gerlache Strait area, known for its towering mountains, glaciers, and blue icebergs.

  • Visit the Lemaire Channel, known as the "Kodak Gap" for its scenic beauty.

  • Encounter penguin colonies, including gentoo, chinstrap, and Adélie penguins.

  • Participate in activities like hiking, hill climbing, and sea kayaking.

  • Optional camping on the Antarctic shore.

Day 11-12 (February 15-16): Return across the Drake Passage

  • Begin the return journey across the Drake Passage.

  • Continue to observe seabirds and whales.

  • Enjoy festivities like the Captain's Farewell Cocktail and an end-of-voyage slideshow.

Day 13 (February 17): Disembarkation in Ushuaia

  • Arrive back in Ushuaia.

  • Disembark the ship.

  • Group transfer to the airport or city center.

Itinerary

Map

Gallery

Day 1 (February 6): Arrival in Ushuaia, Argentina

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

  • Spend the night at a hotel.

Day 2 (February 7): Embarkation in Ushuaia

  • Board the ship, the Sea Spirit.

  • Set sail from Ushuaia.

Day 3-4 (February 8-9): Crossing the Drake Passage

  • Begin the journey across the Drake Passage.

  • Look out for humpback and fin whales, wandering albatross, and other seabirds.

  • Cross the Antarctic Convergence.

  • Briefings and presentations prepare passengers for arrival in Antarctica.

Day 5: South Shetland Islands

  • Arrive in the South Shetland Islands.

  • Explore the islands' historical sites and abundant wildlife.

Day 6-10 (February 10-14): Antarctic Peninsula

  • Explore the Gerlache Strait area, known for its towering mountains, glaciers, and blue icebergs.

  • Visit the Lemaire Channel, known as the "Kodak Gap" for its scenic beauty.

  • Encounter penguin colonies, including gentoo, chinstrap, and Adélie penguins.

  • Participate in activities like hiking, hill climbing, and sea kayaking.

  • Optional camping on the Antarctic shore.

Day 11-12 (February 15-16): Return across the Drake Passage

  • Begin the return journey across the Drake Passage.

  • Continue to observe seabirds and whales.

  • Enjoy festivities like the Captain's Farewell Cocktail and an end-of-voyage slideshow.

Day 13 (February 17): Disembarkation in Ushuaia

  • Arrive back in Ushuaia.

  • Disembark the ship.

  • Group transfer to the airport or city center.

Itinerary

Map

Gallery

Day 1 (February 6): Arrival in Ushuaia, Argentina

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

  • Spend the night at a hotel.

Day 2 (February 7): Embarkation in Ushuaia

  • Board the ship, the Sea Spirit.

  • Set sail from Ushuaia.

Day 3-4 (February 8-9): Crossing the Drake Passage

  • Begin the journey across the Drake Passage.

  • Look out for humpback and fin whales, wandering albatross, and other seabirds.

  • Cross the Antarctic Convergence.

  • Briefings and presentations prepare passengers for arrival in Antarctica.

Day 5: South Shetland Islands

  • Arrive in the South Shetland Islands.

  • Explore the islands' historical sites and abundant wildlife.

Day 6-10 (February 10-14): Antarctic Peninsula

  • Explore the Gerlache Strait area, known for its towering mountains, glaciers, and blue icebergs.

  • Visit the Lemaire Channel, known as the "Kodak Gap" for its scenic beauty.

  • Encounter penguin colonies, including gentoo, chinstrap, and Adélie penguins.

  • Participate in activities like hiking, hill climbing, and sea kayaking.

  • Optional camping on the Antarctic shore.

Day 11-12 (February 15-16): Return across the Drake Passage

  • Begin the return journey across the Drake Passage.

  • Continue to observe seabirds and whales.

  • Enjoy festivities like the Captain's Farewell Cocktail and an end-of-voyage slideshow.

Day 13 (February 17): Disembarkation in Ushuaia

  • Arrive back in Ushuaia.

  • Disembark the ship.

  • Group transfer to the airport or city center.

Frequently asked questions

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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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