NOVEMBER 01 – ANTARCTICA, SOUTH GEORGIA & FALKLAND ISLANDS

Departing Ushuaia in Argentina, we cross the mighty Drake Passage en route for the South Shetland Islands. Here we will make Zodiac landings at penguin rookeries, research stations and fascinating lookouts. Continuing southward, we will explore the Antarctic Sound with its mighty tabular icebergs and enter the Weddell Sea in search for wildlife.

Sailing onwards between Elephant Island and South Georgia offers a small glimpse into the passage made famous by Shackleton 100 years ago, when he navigated the 1300 km course through open seas of Drake Passage in an effort to save his stranded crew. South Georgia is one of world’s greatest natural wonders. Wildlife-packed beaches, active research stations, former whaling stations and a visit to Shackleton’s final resting place are on our agenda.

On our last leg towards Argentina, we will pay a visit to the fascinating Falkland Islands. The capital of Port Stanley with its quaint English architecture will be our first call before venturing further west for Zodiac landings and wildlife observations on pristine and sheltered beaches.

After leaving the Falklands, the last seadays can be spend bird watching from the top deck and attending lectures, workshops and photo re-caps in one of the ship’s lounges

ITINERARY

DAY 1 – USHUAIA
DAY 2 AND 3 – AT SEA. DRAKE PASSAGE, KING GEORGE ISLAND
DAY 4 – 7  ANTARCTIC SOUND AND WEDDELL SEA
DAY 8 – 13 – DRAKE PASSAGE AND SOUTH GEORGIA
DAY 14 – 15 – SOUTH ATLANTIC, APPROACHING FALKLAND ISLANDS
DAY 16 – 17 – PORT STANLEY AND FALKLAND ISLANDS
DAY 18 – 19 – AT SEA TOWARD SOUTH AMERICA. USHUAIA, DISEMBARKATION

OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES – ADVENTURE OPTIONS

• Zodiac cruises & Shore Programs
• Kayaking Experience 
• Snowshoeing ExperienceCamping Experience
• Photography Program