Day 1
Arrive Buenos Aires
Your flight arrives in Buenos Aires and we have included a night here. We recommend longer as this vibrant, eclectic city offers so much, so please ask us for an extensions
Accommodation : A choice of hotels in Buenos Aires
Day 2
Arrive in Ushuaia, Argentina
Your adventure commences in Ushuaia, a lively port town situated at the southernmost tip of South America. This Argentine locale serves as the perfect starting point for your exploration of Patagonia's southern reaches as you gear up for the upcoming journey. Engage in outdoor activities in the surrounding mountains or relish handcrafted chocolate at a local café.
Day 3
Embarkation Day
Embarkation takes place in the late afternoon, followed by your ship setting sail down the historic Beagle Channel, which cuts through the Tierra del Fuego archipelago at the southernmost tip of South America. Feel the excitement build as you set off — the next land you'll see will be the world's southernmost continent!
Days 4 and 5
Crossing the Drake Passage
Your days at sea will be enriched with presentations from your Expedition Team covering topics such as photography, wildlife, glaciology, and history. Between these sessions, you can spend time on deck spotting wildlife or enjoy conversations with fellow passengers over a drink at the bar.
Days 6 to 9
South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula
Reaching the White Continent often evokes a profound sense of reverence and awe. The experience is indescribable, as few places on Earth remain as pristine and timeless as Antarctica. You'll begin to understand why this region has consistently fascinated explorers and travellers. Each visit to Antarctica offers new and unexpected sights, ensuring your expedition is unique and personally enriching.
Daily, you'll embark on Zodiac excursions from the ship to explore ice-laden bays, channels, and landing sites. Your Expedition Team will guide and assist you at each stop, whether you're hiking the Antarctic landscape, visiting a research station, or interacting with chinstrap, Adélie, and gentoo penguins, which are all common here. Be on the lookout for Weddell, fur, crabeater, and leopard seals, as well as inquisitive whales like humpbacks, minkes, or perhaps orcas during Zodiac cruises. Each journey offers a fresh array of wildlife, providing endless photographic opportunities.
In the tranquil silence of Antarctica, the occasional sounds become unforgettable memories, such as penguins arguing over precious stones or the thunderous crack of glaciers calving.
Every day will be distinct, thoughtfully curated by your Expedition Team to inspire and educate you about this extraordinary part of the world.
Days 10 and 11
Crossing the Drake Passage
The return voyage across the Drake Passage offers final chances to savour the crisp Antarctic air. Spend time on deck, watching for seabirds and scanning the waters for whales, enjoy presentations by your Expedition Team, and celebrate the shared experiences of exploring Antarctica.
Day 12
Disembark in Ushuaia
You will arrive in Ushuaia in the morning, providing the opportunity to either extend your adventure further or catch your flights home.If you are flying home, we strongly recommend that fly to Buenos Aires and stay an extra night and catch your international flight the following day.
Accommodation: Choice of Hotels in Bueonso Aires
Day 13
Fly home
