Expedition to Southern Lands

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Areas Visited

Antarctica Peninsula

Duration

18 days

Departures

Vessels

Price:

On Request

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Itinerary

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Day 1: Ushuaia, Argentina

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

  • Introduction to the expedition team and safety briefing.

Day 2-3: Crossing the Drake Passage

  • Navigate through the Drake Passage, known for its strong winds and rough seas.

  • Attend lectures on Antarctic wildlife and history.

  • Possible sightings of seabirds, whales, and other marine life.

Day 4-5: Antarctic Peninsula

  • Explore the Antarctic Peninsula, with possible landings on islands and the continent.

  • Encounter penguins (Gentoo, Adelie, Chinstrap), seals (Leopard, Crabeater, Weddell), and whales.

  • Zodiac excursions to get up close to wildlife and glaciers.

Day 6-7: South Shetland Islands or South Orkney Islands

  • Visit these islands for more wildlife viewing and exploration.

  • Possible landings to observe penguin colonies and other wildlife.

Day 8-9: South Georgia

  • Arrive in South Georgia, known for its stunning landscapes and wildlife.

  • Visit black-sand beaches and glaciers, with colonies of king penguins and other wildlife.

Day 10-11: At Sea

  • Travel back towards the Falkland Islands or South America.

  • Continue lectures and activities on board.

Day 12-13: Falkland Islands (Optional)

  • Explore the Falkland Islands, with their unique wildlife and history.

  • Possible landings to see penguin colonies and other wildlife.

Day 14-19: Return Journey

  • Continue sailing back to Ushuaia, with stops or wildlife viewing opportunities as conditions allow.

  • Reflect on the expedition's experiences and enjoy onboard amenities.

Itinerary

Map

Day 1: Ushuaia, Argentina

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

  • Introduction to the expedition team and safety briefing.

Day 2-3: Crossing the Drake Passage

  • Navigate through the Drake Passage, known for its strong winds and rough seas.

  • Attend lectures on Antarctic wildlife and history.

  • Possible sightings of seabirds, whales, and other marine life.

Day 4-5: Antarctic Peninsula

  • Explore the Antarctic Peninsula, with possible landings on islands and the continent.

  • Encounter penguins (Gentoo, Adelie, Chinstrap), seals (Leopard, Crabeater, Weddell), and whales.

  • Zodiac excursions to get up close to wildlife and glaciers.

Day 6-7: South Shetland Islands or South Orkney Islands

  • Visit these islands for more wildlife viewing and exploration.

  • Possible landings to observe penguin colonies and other wildlife.

Day 8-9: South Georgia

  • Arrive in South Georgia, known for its stunning landscapes and wildlife.

  • Visit black-sand beaches and glaciers, with colonies of king penguins and other wildlife.

Day 10-11: At Sea

  • Travel back towards the Falkland Islands or South America.

  • Continue lectures and activities on board.

Day 12-13: Falkland Islands (Optional)

  • Explore the Falkland Islands, with their unique wildlife and history.

  • Possible landings to see penguin colonies and other wildlife.

Day 14-19: Return Journey

  • Continue sailing back to Ushuaia, with stops or wildlife viewing opportunities as conditions allow.

  • Reflect on the expedition's experiences and enjoy onboard amenities.

Itinerary

Map

Day 1: Ushuaia, Argentina

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

  • Introduction to the expedition team and safety briefing.

Day 2-3: Crossing the Drake Passage

  • Navigate through the Drake Passage, known for its strong winds and rough seas.

  • Attend lectures on Antarctic wildlife and history.

  • Possible sightings of seabirds, whales, and other marine life.

Day 4-5: Antarctic Peninsula

  • Explore the Antarctic Peninsula, with possible landings on islands and the continent.

  • Encounter penguins (Gentoo, Adelie, Chinstrap), seals (Leopard, Crabeater, Weddell), and whales.

  • Zodiac excursions to get up close to wildlife and glaciers.

Day 6-7: South Shetland Islands or South Orkney Islands

  • Visit these islands for more wildlife viewing and exploration.

  • Possible landings to observe penguin colonies and other wildlife.

Day 8-9: South Georgia

  • Arrive in South Georgia, known for its stunning landscapes and wildlife.

  • Visit black-sand beaches and glaciers, with colonies of king penguins and other wildlife.

Day 10-11: At Sea

  • Travel back towards the Falkland Islands or South America.

  • Continue lectures and activities on board.

Day 12-13: Falkland Islands (Optional)

  • Explore the Falkland Islands, with their unique wildlife and history.

  • Possible landings to see penguin colonies and other wildlife.

Day 14-19: Return Journey

  • Continue sailing back to Ushuaia, with stops or wildlife viewing opportunities as conditions allow.

  • Reflect on the expedition's experiences and enjoy onboard amenities.

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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