Antarctica: The White Continent with Smithsonian Journeys
Areas Visited
Antarctica Peninsula
Duration
11 days
Departures
Vessels
Price:
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Itinerary
Map
Day 1 — Buenos Aires, Argentina
Arrive in Buenos Aires and check into your hotel.
Spend the day exploring the city on your own.
Day 2 — Ushuaia, Argentina
Fly to Ushuaia, the world’s southernmost city.
Visit Tierra del Fuego National Park for a nature walk.
Embark on your ship and set sail through the Beagle Channel.
Days 3-4 — Drake Passage
Cross the Drake Passage, attending lectures on Antarctica's history and wildlife.
Observe seabirds and whales from the ship.
Days 5-9 — Antarctic Peninsula
Explore the outer shores and islands of the Antarctic Peninsula.
Go ashore on volcanic islands to see penguins, seals, and whales.
Visit research stations and enjoy Zodiac excursions among icebergs and ice floes.
Days 10-11 — Drake Passage
Return across the Drake Passage, reflecting on your experiences and attending more lectures.
Day 12 — Ushuaia and Buenos Aires
Disembark in Ushuaia and fly back to Buenos Aires for your departure.
Itinerary
Map
Day 1 — Buenos Aires, Argentina
Arrive in Buenos Aires and check into your hotel.
Spend the day exploring the city on your own.
Day 2 — Ushuaia, Argentina
Fly to Ushuaia, the world’s southernmost city.
Visit Tierra del Fuego National Park for a nature walk.
Embark on your ship and set sail through the Beagle Channel.
Days 3-4 — Drake Passage
Cross the Drake Passage, attending lectures on Antarctica's history and wildlife.
Observe seabirds and whales from the ship.
Days 5-9 — Antarctic Peninsula
Explore the outer shores and islands of the Antarctic Peninsula.
Go ashore on volcanic islands to see penguins, seals, and whales.
Visit research stations and enjoy Zodiac excursions among icebergs and ice floes.
Days 10-11 — Drake Passage
Return across the Drake Passage, reflecting on your experiences and attending more lectures.
Day 12 — Ushuaia and Buenos Aires
Disembark in Ushuaia and fly back to Buenos Aires for your departure.
Itinerary
Map
Day 1 — Buenos Aires, Argentina
Arrive in Buenos Aires and check into your hotel.
Spend the day exploring the city on your own.
Day 2 — Ushuaia, Argentina
Fly to Ushuaia, the world’s southernmost city.
Visit Tierra del Fuego National Park for a nature walk.
Embark on your ship and set sail through the Beagle Channel.
Days 3-4 — Drake Passage
Cross the Drake Passage, attending lectures on Antarctica's history and wildlife.
Observe seabirds and whales from the ship.
Days 5-9 — Antarctic Peninsula
Explore the outer shores and islands of the Antarctic Peninsula.
Go ashore on volcanic islands to see penguins, seals, and whales.
Visit research stations and enjoy Zodiac excursions among icebergs and ice floes.
Days 10-11 — Drake Passage
Return across the Drake Passage, reflecting on your experiences and attending more lectures.
Day 12 — Ushuaia and Buenos Aires
Disembark in Ushuaia and fly back to Buenos Aires for your departure.
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?