Antarctica Whale Watching Discovery and Learning Voyage

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Areas Visited

Antarctica Peninsula

Duration

10 days

Departures

Vessels

Price:

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Itinerary

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

  • Your voyage begins in Ushuaia, Argentina, often referred to as the end of the world. This is where you embark on your journey to Antarctica.

Day 2 – 3: Path of the polar explorers

  • You will cross the Drake Passage, a body of water known for its strong winds and rough seas. This passage is historically significant as it was traversed by early polar explorers. During these days, you may encounter various seabirds and possibly whales.

Day 4 – 8: Entering Antarctica

  • Possible Sites:

    • Danco Island: Activities may focus on gentoo penguins, Weddell seals, and crabeater seals.

    • Neko Harbour: Offers a Zodiac cruise and landing with views of glaciers and alpine peaks.

    • Paradise Bay: Known for humpback and minke whale sightings during Zodiac cruises.

  • These days are spent exploring the Antarctic Peninsula, with landings and Zodiac cruises depending on weather and ice conditions.

Day 9 – 10: Return Journey

  • The itinerary for these days is not specified, but typically involves returning through the Drake Passage, reflecting on the experiences from the voyage, and preparing for disembarkation in Ushuaia.

Itinerary

Map

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

  • Your voyage begins in Ushuaia, Argentina, often referred to as the end of the world. This is where you embark on your journey to Antarctica.

Day 2 – 3: Path of the polar explorers

  • You will cross the Drake Passage, a body of water known for its strong winds and rough seas. This passage is historically significant as it was traversed by early polar explorers. During these days, you may encounter various seabirds and possibly whales.

Day 4 – 8: Entering Antarctica

  • Possible Sites:

    • Danco Island: Activities may focus on gentoo penguins, Weddell seals, and crabeater seals.

    • Neko Harbour: Offers a Zodiac cruise and landing with views of glaciers and alpine peaks.

    • Paradise Bay: Known for humpback and minke whale sightings during Zodiac cruises.

  • These days are spent exploring the Antarctic Peninsula, with landings and Zodiac cruises depending on weather and ice conditions.

Day 9 – 10: Return Journey

  • The itinerary for these days is not specified, but typically involves returning through the Drake Passage, reflecting on the experiences from the voyage, and preparing for disembarkation in Ushuaia.

Itinerary

Map

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

  • Your voyage begins in Ushuaia, Argentina, often referred to as the end of the world. This is where you embark on your journey to Antarctica.

Day 2 – 3: Path of the polar explorers

  • You will cross the Drake Passage, a body of water known for its strong winds and rough seas. This passage is historically significant as it was traversed by early polar explorers. During these days, you may encounter various seabirds and possibly whales.

Day 4 – 8: Entering Antarctica

  • Possible Sites:

    • Danco Island: Activities may focus on gentoo penguins, Weddell seals, and crabeater seals.

    • Neko Harbour: Offers a Zodiac cruise and landing with views of glaciers and alpine peaks.

    • Paradise Bay: Known for humpback and minke whale sightings during Zodiac cruises.

  • These days are spent exploring the Antarctic Peninsula, with landings and Zodiac cruises depending on weather and ice conditions.

Day 9 – 10: Return Journey

  • The itinerary for these days is not specified, but typically involves returning through the Drake Passage, reflecting on the experiences from the voyage, and preparing for disembarkation in Ushuaia.

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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