Antarctica Basecamp

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Areas Visited

Antarctica Peninsula

Duration

12 days

Departures

Vessels

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Itinerary

Map

Day 1: End of the world, start of a journey

  • Departure from Ushuaia, often referred to as the "End of the World."

Day 2 - 3: Path of the polar explorers

  • Cross the Drake Passage, known for its unpredictable weather and rich wildlife, including whales, seals, and seabirds.

Day 4 - 10: Entering Antarctica

  • Explore the Antarctic Peninsula, which may include:

    • Neumayer Channel: Engage in activities like Zodiac cruises, kayaking, snowshoeing, and mountaineering around Wiencke Island.

    • Port Lockroy: Visit the former British research station, now a museum and post office, and observe wildlife like gentoo penguins.

    • Neko Harbour: Enjoy Zodiac cruises and landings amidst glaciers and alpine peaks.

    • Paradise Bay: Opportunity for camping overnight.

    • Errera Channel: Explore sites like Danco Island and Cuverville Island.

Day 11 - 12: Familiar seas, familiar friends

  • Begin the journey back across the Drake Passage, keeping an eye out for whales and other marine life.

Day 13: There and back again

  • Return to Ushuaia, concluding the expedition.

Itinerary

Map

Day 1: End of the world, start of a journey

  • Departure from Ushuaia, often referred to as the "End of the World."

Day 2 - 3: Path of the polar explorers

  • Cross the Drake Passage, known for its unpredictable weather and rich wildlife, including whales, seals, and seabirds.

Day 4 - 10: Entering Antarctica

  • Explore the Antarctic Peninsula, which may include:

    • Neumayer Channel: Engage in activities like Zodiac cruises, kayaking, snowshoeing, and mountaineering around Wiencke Island.

    • Port Lockroy: Visit the former British research station, now a museum and post office, and observe wildlife like gentoo penguins.

    • Neko Harbour: Enjoy Zodiac cruises and landings amidst glaciers and alpine peaks.

    • Paradise Bay: Opportunity for camping overnight.

    • Errera Channel: Explore sites like Danco Island and Cuverville Island.

Day 11 - 12: Familiar seas, familiar friends

  • Begin the journey back across the Drake Passage, keeping an eye out for whales and other marine life.

Day 13: There and back again

  • Return to Ushuaia, concluding the expedition.

Itinerary

Map

Day 1: End of the world, start of a journey

  • Departure from Ushuaia, often referred to as the "End of the World."

Day 2 - 3: Path of the polar explorers

  • Cross the Drake Passage, known for its unpredictable weather and rich wildlife, including whales, seals, and seabirds.

Day 4 - 10: Entering Antarctica

  • Explore the Antarctic Peninsula, which may include:

    • Neumayer Channel: Engage in activities like Zodiac cruises, kayaking, snowshoeing, and mountaineering around Wiencke Island.

    • Port Lockroy: Visit the former British research station, now a museum and post office, and observe wildlife like gentoo penguins.

    • Neko Harbour: Enjoy Zodiac cruises and landings amidst glaciers and alpine peaks.

    • Paradise Bay: Opportunity for camping overnight.

    • Errera Channel: Explore sites like Danco Island and Cuverville Island.

Day 11 - 12: Familiar seas, familiar friends

  • Begin the journey back across the Drake Passage, keeping an eye out for whales and other marine life.

Day 13: There and back again

  • Return to 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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