Life Returns - Springtime Expedition to Antarctica

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Areas Visited

Antarctica Peninsula

Duration

23 days

Departures

Vessels

Price:

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Itinerary

Map

Day 1-2: Buenos Aires

  • Departure from Buenos Aires. The exact activities for these days are not detailed, but typically involve preparation for the expedition.

Day 3-4: At Sea

  • Expedition mode begins. Members of the Expedition Team start their lecture series on topics like oceanography, geology, ornithology, and history. Guests can use onboard facilities such as hot tubs, panoramic sauna, and gym. Look out for rare wandering albatrosses and petrels.

Day 5-6: Falkland Islands

  • Visit the windswept green hills and white-sand beaches of the Falkland Islands. Explore the picturesque archipelago and visit penguin and seal colonies.

Day 7-8: South Atlantic

  • Cruise toward South Georgia. The Expedition Team prepares guests for what lies ahead, discussing wildlife, polar history, geology, glaciology, and sustainability practices.

Day 9-10: South Georgia

  • Explore South Georgia, known for its abundant wildlife, including seals, penguins, and seabirds.

Day 11-12: At Sea

  • Relax and reflect on the journey so far as the ship heads toward Antarctica. The Expedition Team discusses IAATO environmental guidelines and sustainability rules.

Day 13-17: Antarctica

  • Spend five days exploring Antarctica. Visit several landing sites around the Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands. Activities may include kayaking among icebergs, snowshoeing, or simply observing penguins and seabirds.

Day 18-20: Drake Passage

  • Begin the passage back. The Expedition Team recaps experiences, and guests can reflect on their journey.

Day 21-22: Drake Passage

  • Continue crossing the Drake Passage. The ship is equipped for any conditions, and the Expedition Team keeps guests engaged with lectures and discussions.

Day 23: Punta Arenas

  • Arrive in Punta Arenas, marking the end of the expedition cruise. Guests can fly from Punta Arenas to Santiago de Chile and then connect to their onward flights.

Itinerary

Map

Day 1-2: Buenos Aires

  • Departure from Buenos Aires. The exact activities for these days are not detailed, but typically involve preparation for the expedition.

Day 3-4: At Sea

  • Expedition mode begins. Members of the Expedition Team start their lecture series on topics like oceanography, geology, ornithology, and history. Guests can use onboard facilities such as hot tubs, panoramic sauna, and gym. Look out for rare wandering albatrosses and petrels.

Day 5-6: Falkland Islands

  • Visit the windswept green hills and white-sand beaches of the Falkland Islands. Explore the picturesque archipelago and visit penguin and seal colonies.

Day 7-8: South Atlantic

  • Cruise toward South Georgia. The Expedition Team prepares guests for what lies ahead, discussing wildlife, polar history, geology, glaciology, and sustainability practices.

Day 9-10: South Georgia

  • Explore South Georgia, known for its abundant wildlife, including seals, penguins, and seabirds.

Day 11-12: At Sea

  • Relax and reflect on the journey so far as the ship heads toward Antarctica. The Expedition Team discusses IAATO environmental guidelines and sustainability rules.

Day 13-17: Antarctica

  • Spend five days exploring Antarctica. Visit several landing sites around the Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands. Activities may include kayaking among icebergs, snowshoeing, or simply observing penguins and seabirds.

Day 18-20: Drake Passage

  • Begin the passage back. The Expedition Team recaps experiences, and guests can reflect on their journey.

Day 21-22: Drake Passage

  • Continue crossing the Drake Passage. The ship is equipped for any conditions, and the Expedition Team keeps guests engaged with lectures and discussions.

Day 23: Punta Arenas

  • Arrive in Punta Arenas, marking the end of the expedition cruise. Guests can fly from Punta Arenas to Santiago de Chile and then connect to their onward flights.

Itinerary

Map

Day 1-2: Buenos Aires

  • Departure from Buenos Aires. The exact activities for these days are not detailed, but typically involve preparation for the expedition.

Day 3-4: At Sea

  • Expedition mode begins. Members of the Expedition Team start their lecture series on topics like oceanography, geology, ornithology, and history. Guests can use onboard facilities such as hot tubs, panoramic sauna, and gym. Look out for rare wandering albatrosses and petrels.

Day 5-6: Falkland Islands

  • Visit the windswept green hills and white-sand beaches of the Falkland Islands. Explore the picturesque archipelago and visit penguin and seal colonies.

Day 7-8: South Atlantic

  • Cruise toward South Georgia. The Expedition Team prepares guests for what lies ahead, discussing wildlife, polar history, geology, glaciology, and sustainability practices.

Day 9-10: South Georgia

  • Explore South Georgia, known for its abundant wildlife, including seals, penguins, and seabirds.

Day 11-12: At Sea

  • Relax and reflect on the journey so far as the ship heads toward Antarctica. The Expedition Team discusses IAATO environmental guidelines and sustainability rules.

Day 13-17: Antarctica

  • Spend five days exploring Antarctica. Visit several landing sites around the Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands. Activities may include kayaking among icebergs, snowshoeing, or simply observing penguins and seabirds.

Day 18-20: Drake Passage

  • Begin the passage back. The Expedition Team recaps experiences, and guests can reflect on their journey.

Day 21-22: Drake Passage

  • Continue crossing the Drake Passage. The ship is equipped for any conditions, and the Expedition Team keeps guests engaged with lectures and discussions.

Day 23: Punta Arenas

  • Arrive in Punta Arenas, marking the end of the expedition cruise. Guests can fly from Punta Arenas to Santiago de Chile and then connect to their onward flights.

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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