Best of Antarctica: Pristine Wilderness

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Areas Visited

Antarctica Peninsula

Duration

11 days

Departures

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Itinerary

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Day 1: Ushuaia, Argentina

Welcome to Ushuaia, the gateway to Antarctica. Arrive at Ushuaia Airport and take the included transfer to your hotel. Tonight, meet your fellow travelers and local team at a welcome meeting at about 6 pm to learn more about the journey ahead.

Day 2: Ushuaia to Beagle Channel

Enjoy a leisurely morning before transferring to the port of Ushuaia to board the Ocean Endeavour. Set sail through the historic Beagle Channel towards Antarctica. Meet your Expedition Team on board and settle into your cabin.

Days 3-4: Drake Passage

Cross the Drake Passage, known for its unpredictable and changing conditions. Attend talks and presentations by your Expedition Team, and enjoy the fresh sea air and wildlife spotting opportunities.

Days 5-8: Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands

Explore the Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands. Participate in daily Zodiac excursions and onshore landings to see penguins, seals, and whales. Enjoy educational lectures and take part in Citizen Science Projects.

Days 9-10: Return to Drake Passage

Begin the journey back to Ushuaia. Attend additional onboard lectures and enjoy a slideshow of images from your journey. Celebrate your adventure with fellow travelers and the Expedition Team.

Day 11: Ushuaia, Argentina

Disembark after breakfast. Transfer to Ushuaia Airport or downtown for further exploration.

Itinerary

Map

Day 1: Ushuaia, Argentina

Welcome to Ushuaia, the gateway to Antarctica. Arrive at Ushuaia Airport and take the included transfer to your hotel. Tonight, meet your fellow travelers and local team at a welcome meeting at about 6 pm to learn more about the journey ahead.

Day 2: Ushuaia to Beagle Channel

Enjoy a leisurely morning before transferring to the port of Ushuaia to board the Ocean Endeavour. Set sail through the historic Beagle Channel towards Antarctica. Meet your Expedition Team on board and settle into your cabin.

Days 3-4: Drake Passage

Cross the Drake Passage, known for its unpredictable and changing conditions. Attend talks and presentations by your Expedition Team, and enjoy the fresh sea air and wildlife spotting opportunities.

Days 5-8: Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands

Explore the Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands. Participate in daily Zodiac excursions and onshore landings to see penguins, seals, and whales. Enjoy educational lectures and take part in Citizen Science Projects.

Days 9-10: Return to Drake Passage

Begin the journey back to Ushuaia. Attend additional onboard lectures and enjoy a slideshow of images from your journey. Celebrate your adventure with fellow travelers and the Expedition Team.

Day 11: Ushuaia, Argentina

Disembark after breakfast. Transfer to Ushuaia Airport or downtown for further exploration.

Itinerary

Map

Day 1: Ushuaia, Argentina

Welcome to Ushuaia, the gateway to Antarctica. Arrive at Ushuaia Airport and take the included transfer to your hotel. Tonight, meet your fellow travelers and local team at a welcome meeting at about 6 pm to learn more about the journey ahead.

Day 2: Ushuaia to Beagle Channel

Enjoy a leisurely morning before transferring to the port of Ushuaia to board the Ocean Endeavour. Set sail through the historic Beagle Channel towards Antarctica. Meet your Expedition Team on board and settle into your cabin.

Days 3-4: Drake Passage

Cross the Drake Passage, known for its unpredictable and changing conditions. Attend talks and presentations by your Expedition Team, and enjoy the fresh sea air and wildlife spotting opportunities.

Days 5-8: Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands

Explore the Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands. Participate in daily Zodiac excursions and onshore landings to see penguins, seals, and whales. Enjoy educational lectures and take part in Citizen Science Projects.

Days 9-10: Return to Drake Passage

Begin the journey back to Ushuaia. Attend additional onboard lectures and enjoy a slideshow of images from your journey. Celebrate your adventure with fellow travelers and the Expedition Team.

Day 11: Ushuaia, Argentina

Disembark after breakfast. Transfer to Ushuaia Airport or downtown for further exploration.

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3. What is not included in the expedition price?

4. What should I pack for Antarctica?

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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?

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