Day 1: Ushuaia, Argentina

• Arrive in Ushuaia, known as the gateway to Antarctica.

• Spend the day exploring Ushuaia, possibly visiting Tierra del Fuego National Park or strolling around town.

• Attend a welcome meeting at your hotel in the evening.

• No meals included on this day.

• Arrival transfer from the airport is included.

Day 2: Ushuaia to Beagle Channel

• Enjoy free time in Ushuaia before boarding the Ocean Nova.

• Set sail through the Beagle Channel towards the Drake Passage.

• Breakfast and dinner included.

• Welcome briefing on board.

Day 3-4: Drake Passage

• Cross the Drake Passage, known for its rough seas and wildlife spotting opportunities.

• Spend time on deck spotting whales, dolphins, or seabirds.

• Engage in onboard lectures and presentations about Antarctic wildlife and history.

• Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included each day.

Day 5-10: Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands

• Explore the Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands via Zodiac excursions.

• Visit potential landing sites to see penguin colonies, seals, and other wildlife.

• Continue onboard educational programs and wildlife spotting.

• Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included each day.

Day 11-12: Crossing the Antarctic Circle

• Celebrate crossing the Antarctic Circle at latitude 66°33’S.

• Explore areas home to Weddell seals and other unique wildlife.

• Continue Zodiac excursions and onboard activities.

• Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included each day.

Day 13-14: Return Journey

• Begin the journey back north through the Antarctic waters.

• Continue Zodiac excursions and wildlife spotting.

• Reflect on the journey with additional onboard lectures and a slideshow.

• Enter the Beagle Channel on the final evening.

• Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included each day.

Day 14: Ushuaia, Argentina

• Disembark the Ocean Nova in Ushuaia.

• Transfer to Ushuaia Airport or downtown.

• Breakfast included.

• Recommended to schedule flights for departure after 12 noon.