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Spirit of Antarctica: Whale Migration
Aurora Expeditions

Spirit of Antarctica: Whale Migration

12 Days Aurora Expeditions

About This Itinerary

Embrace the spirit of polar exploration on this classic expedition to the coveted white continent. Sail across the famed Drake Passage to and from Antarctica, admiring spectacular seabirds and approaching the ice as the explorers of old did: by sea. Search for wildlife on a Zodiac cruise, aim to set foot on the continent and choose from a range of adventure options. At this time of year humpback whales are peaking in numbers; learn more about our giants of the seas during an insightful talk by one of our marine biologists.

Areas Visited

What's Included & Excluded

What's Included

All airport transfers mentioned in the itinerary.
One night’s hotel accommodation including breakfast, in Ushuaia on Day 1.
Lake Escondido tour in Ushuaia, on Day 2.
Onboard accommodation during voyage, including daily cabin service.
All meals, snacks, tea, coffee, soft drinks and juices during voyage.
Beer and house wine with dinner.
Captain’s Farewell reception including four-course dinner, house cocktails, house beer and wine, non-alcoholic beverages.
All shore excursions and Zodiac cruises.
Educational lectures and guiding services provided by Expedition Team.
Complimentary access to onboard expedition doctor and medical clinic (initial consultation).
One 3-in-1 waterproof, polar expedition jacket.
Complimentary use of Muck Boots during the voyage.
Comprehensive pre-departure information.
Port surcharges, permits and landing fees.
Wi-Fi (connection can be unreliable in remote regions).

What's Not Included

International or domestic flights – unless specified in the itinerary.
Transfers – unless specified in the itinerary.
Airport arrival or departure taxes.
Passport, visa, reciprocity and vaccination fees and charges.
Travel insurance or emergency evacuation charges.
Hotel accommodation and meals – unless specified in the itinerary.
Optional excursions and optional activity surcharges.
All items of a personal nature, including but not limited to alcoholic beverages (outside of dinner service), gratuities, laundry services, personal clothing, medical expenses or phone charges.
A $15 USD per person per day gratuity for the crew is automatically added to your onboard account (discretionary).

2 Available Expeditions

2026-2027 Season
2027-2028 Season

Departure

Mar 13, 2027

12 days

Return

Mar 24, 2027

Vessel

Sylvia Earle

Departure

Mar 12, 2028

11 days

Return

Mar 22, 2028

Vessel

Sylvia Earle

Quick Facts

12 Days
Sail
Departs From ushuaia
Returns To ushuaia

Pricing

Starting from

$12,446

per person

Trip Overview

Duration

12 days

Travel Mode

Sail


Departure Port

ushuaia

Return Port

ushuaia

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