South Shetland Islands & Antarctic Peninsula

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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: Embarkation in Ushuaia

  • Board the ship in Ushuaia, Argentina.

  • Attend a safety briefing and settle into cabins.

  • Depart for the Drake Passage.

Day 2-3: Crossing the Drake Passage

  • Spend two days crossing the Drake Passage.

  • Participate in onboard activities such as lectures, movie screenings, and games.

  • Spot seabirds like albatrosses and petrels.

  • Biosecurity checks for clothing to prevent contamination.

Day 4-7: South Shetland Islands & Antarctic Peninsula

  • Explore the South Shetland Islands, known for wildlife and rugged landscapes.

  • Visit sites like Deception Island, Aitcho Island, and Half Moon Island.

  • Continue to the Antarctic Peninsula, exploring the Gerlache Strait region.

  • Activities include landings, Zodiac cruises, and ship cruises.

  • Typical day includes morning and afternoon activities, with evening briefings and entertainment.

Day 8-9: Crossing the Drake Passage (Return)

  • Begin the journey back to Ushuaia.

  • Continue onboard activities and reflect on the experiences.

  • Prepare for disembarkation.

Day 10: Disembarkation in Ushuaia

  • Arrive back in Ushuaia and disembark the ship.

  • End of the expedition.

Itinerary

Map

Day 1: Embarkation in Ushuaia

  • Board the ship in Ushuaia, Argentina.

  • Attend a safety briefing and settle into cabins.

  • Depart for the Drake Passage.

Day 2-3: Crossing the Drake Passage

  • Spend two days crossing the Drake Passage.

  • Participate in onboard activities such as lectures, movie screenings, and games.

  • Spot seabirds like albatrosses and petrels.

  • Biosecurity checks for clothing to prevent contamination.

Day 4-7: South Shetland Islands & Antarctic Peninsula

  • Explore the South Shetland Islands, known for wildlife and rugged landscapes.

  • Visit sites like Deception Island, Aitcho Island, and Half Moon Island.

  • Continue to the Antarctic Peninsula, exploring the Gerlache Strait region.

  • Activities include landings, Zodiac cruises, and ship cruises.

  • Typical day includes morning and afternoon activities, with evening briefings and entertainment.

Day 8-9: Crossing the Drake Passage (Return)

  • Begin the journey back to Ushuaia.

  • Continue onboard activities and reflect on the experiences.

  • Prepare for disembarkation.

Day 10: Disembarkation in Ushuaia

  • Arrive back in Ushuaia and disembark the ship.

  • End of the expedition.

Itinerary

Map

Day 1: Embarkation in Ushuaia

  • Board the ship in Ushuaia, Argentina.

  • Attend a safety briefing and settle into cabins.

  • Depart for the Drake Passage.

Day 2-3: Crossing the Drake Passage

  • Spend two days crossing the Drake Passage.

  • Participate in onboard activities such as lectures, movie screenings, and games.

  • Spot seabirds like albatrosses and petrels.

  • Biosecurity checks for clothing to prevent contamination.

Day 4-7: South Shetland Islands & Antarctic Peninsula

  • Explore the South Shetland Islands, known for wildlife and rugged landscapes.

  • Visit sites like Deception Island, Aitcho Island, and Half Moon Island.

  • Continue to the Antarctic Peninsula, exploring the Gerlache Strait region.

  • Activities include landings, Zodiac cruises, and ship cruises.

  • Typical day includes morning and afternoon activities, with evening briefings and entertainment.

Day 8-9: Crossing the Drake Passage (Return)

  • Begin the journey back to Ushuaia.

  • Continue onboard activities and reflect on the experiences.

  • Prepare for disembarkation.

Day 10: Disembarkation in Ushuaia

  • Arrive back in Ushuaia and disembark the ship.

  • End of the expedition.

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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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