Journey to Antarctica - The White Continent
12 Days - National Geographic Explorer
Exploring Antarctica in an authentic expedition style, aboard an authentic expedition ship is an incomparable experience, and your guarantee of an in-depth encounter with all its wonders. Lindblad Expedition's pioneering polar heritage and 50 years of experience navigating polar geographies is your assurance of safe passage in one of the wildest sectors of the planet.
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Itinerary Highlights
- See the legendary landscapes and habitats
- Encounter iconic penguins, leopard seals, and marine mammals
- Kayak among icebergs, Zodiac cruise past reading leopard seals, and hike on the continent with the best ice team on earth
- Experience the seldom-seen Antarctic undersea
Itinerary in Brief
- Day 1: Arrive in Buenos Aires for your overnight stay
- Day 2: Fly to Ushuaia and embark ship
- Day 3: At sea
- Day 4-9: Antarctica
- Day 10-11: At sea
- Day 12: Disembark Ushuaia and fly to Buenos Aires
Day 1: Overnight Hotel in Buenos Aires
Guests travelling aboard National Geographic Explorer arrive this morning in cosmopolitan Buenos Aires, set on the Rio de la Plata, and check in to the fine Sofitel Buenos Aires (or similar). In the afternoon, we have a guided overview of the city, seeing its Beaux Arts palaces, grand boulevards, and the famous balcony forever associated with Eva Peron.
Day 2: Fly to Ushuaia, Argentina & Embark ship
Today we fly by private charter flight to Ushuaia, Argentina. Guests travelling aboard National Geographic Explorer will from Buenos Aires, Argentina to Ushuaia to embark the Explorer. The morning's LAN charter flight offers some rare views as we fly over the vividly rugged terrain of Patagonia before landing in Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world. We'll have lunch aboard a catamaran cruise on the scenic Beagle Channel before embarking our ship.
Day 3: At sea
We awake this morning well into our journey across the Drake Passage. Lying between Cape Horn and the Antarctic Peninsula, the Drake holds a unique place in maritime lore. Sometimes misty and gray, other times calm and clear, crossing the legendary Drake Passage is unforgettable - a milestone in any adventurer's personal travel history.
Day 4-9: Antarctica
With nearly 24 hours of daylight, we make the most of our days, keeping a flexible schedule to take advantage of the unexpected — perhaps watching a 40-ton whale surface off the bow. We are out daily. One day, you may take a Zodiac foray amid towering bergs under a bright sun, walk along the shoreline amid a huge penguin colony, hike to a summit for a breathtaking view, or kayak along a cliff-side rookery in search of blue-eyed shags. And the next, you'll have the thrill of watching the ship crunch through the pack ice, or step ashore to the cries of thousands of gentoo penguins. You'll learn from our experts how to identify penguins and get photo tips from a National Geographic photographer while watching those same penguins. Back aboard, our Undersea Specialist may present video from that day's dive — rare images taken up to 1,000 feet below the surface using our ROV. Our expert staff will craft an expedition where you will learn more, see more and experience more.
Day 10-11: At sea
As we sail back to Ushuaia, an albatross or two may join the avian escort of seabirds that cross our bow, and our spotters will keep an eye out for marine life. There'll be plenty of time to enjoy a wellness treatment, log some time in the gym, or catch up on the book you haven't had a minute to read. Talks from our staff will reflect on all you have seen and learned.
Day 12: Disembark Ushuaia & Fly to Buenos Aires
After breakfast, we disembark in Ushuaia with some time to explore before proceeding to the airport for our LAN charter flight. Please confirm departure and arrival cities with an Expedition Specialist before booking your flights.
Dates | Cabin | From | Special Offer |
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28 Dec 2022 - 08 Jan 2023 | USD $14745pp | ||
Category 1 Cabin | USD $14745pp | Contact us | |
Category 2 Cabin | USD $15821pp | Contact us | |
Category 3 Cabin | USD $16331pp | Contact us | |
Category 4 Cabin | USD $17579pp | Contact us | |
Category Solo A | USD $19745pp | Contact us | |
Category Solo B | USD $20359pp | Contact us | |
Category 5 Cabin | USD $21097pp | Contact us | |
Category 6 Suite | USD $24186pp | Contact us | |
Category 7 Suite | USD $27966pp | Contact us | |
07 Jan 2023 - 18 Jan 2023 | USD $13262pp | ||
Category 1 Cabin | USD $13262pp | Contact us | |
Category 2 Cabin | USD $14200pp | Contact us | |
Category 3 Cabin | USD $14703pp | Contact us | |
Category 4 Cabin | USD $15807pp | Contact us | |
Category Solo A | USD $17579pp | Contact us | |
Category Solo B | USD $18338pp | Contact us | |
Category 5 Cabin | USD $19048pp | Contact us | |
Category 6 Suite | USD $21710pp | Contact us | |
Category 7 Suite | USD $24793pp | Contact us | |
17 Jan 2023 - 28 Jan 2023 | USD $13262pp | ||
Category 1 Cabin | USD $13262pp | Contact us | |
Category 2 Cabin | USD $14200pp | Contact us | |
Category 3 Cabin | USD $14703pp | Contact us | |
Category 4 Cabin | USD $15807pp | Contact us | |
Category Solo A | USD $17579pp | Contact us | |
Category Solo B | USD $18338pp | Contact us | |
Category 5 Cabin | USD $19048pp | Contact us | |
Category 6 Suite | USD $21710pp | Contact us | |
Category 7 Suite | USD $24793pp | Contact us | |
27 Jan 2023 - 07 Feb 2023 | USD $13262pp | ||
Category 1 Cabin | USD $13262pp | Contact us | |
Category 2 Cabin | USD $14200pp | Contact us | |
Category 3 Cabin | USD $14703pp | Contact us | |
Category 4 Cabin | USD $15807pp | Contact us | |
Category Solo A | USD $17579pp | Contact us | |
Category Solo B | USD $18338pp | Contact us | |
Category 5 Cabin | USD $19048pp | Contact us | |
Category 6 Suite | USD $21710pp | Contact us | |
Category 7 Suite | USD $24793pp | Contact us | |
06 Feb 2023 - 17 Feb 2023 | USD $13262pp | ||
Category 1 Cabin | USD $13262pp | Contact us | |
Category 2 Cabin | USD $14200pp | Contact us | |
Category 3 Cabin | USD $14703pp | Contact us | |
Category 4 Cabin | USD $15807pp | Contact us | |
Category Solo A | USD $17579pp | Contact us | |
Category Solo B | USD $18338pp | Contact us | |
Category 5 Cabin | USD $19048pp | Contact us | |
Category 6 Suite | USD $21710pp | Contact us | |
Category 7 Suite | USD $24793pp | Contact us |
**Prices are per person based on twin / shared accommodation.
**Single supplements may apply
Cabin Details
Category 1 Cabin
17.5m², 2 single beds or 1 queen bed, non-smoking, 1-2 portholes, writing desk, reading lamp, private bathroom, shower, TV, A/C, bathroom amenities, hairdryers, bathrobe, 110-volt and 220-volt outlet, luggage storage.
Category 2 Cabin
16m², 2 single beds or 1 queen bed, non-smoking, window, writing desk, reading lamp, private bathroom, shower, TV, A/C, bathroom amenities, hairdryers, bathrobe, 110-volt and 220-volt outlet, luggage storage.
Category 3 Cabin
19.5m², 2 single beds or 1 queen bed, non-smoking, window, writing desk, reading lamp, private bathroom, shower, TV, A/C, bathroom amenities, hairdryers, bathrobe, 110-volt and 220-volt outlet, luggage storage.
Category 4 Cabin
15.5m², 2 single beds or 1 queen bed, non-smoking, window, writing desk, reading lamp, private bathroom, shower, TV, A/C, bathroom amenities, hairdryers, bathrobe, 110-volt and 220-volt outlet, luggage storage.
Category Solo A
12m², single bed, non-smoking, window, writing desk, reading lamp, private bathroom, shower, TV, A/C, bathroom amenities, hairdryers, bathrobe, 110-volt and 220-volt outlet, luggage storage.
Category Solo B
12m², single bed, non-smoking, window, writing desk, reading lamp, private bathroom, shower, TV, A/C, bathroom amenities, hairdryers, bathrobe, 110-volt and 220-volt outlet, luggage storage.
Category 5 Cabin
16.5m², 2 single beds or 1 queen bed, balcony with sliding glass doors, non-smoking, writing desk, reading lamp, private bathroom, shower, TV, A/C, bathroom amenities, hairdryers, bathrobe, 110-volt and 220-volt outlet, luggage storage.
Category 6 Suite
33m², 2 single beds or 1 queen bed, balcony with sliding glass doors, non-smoking, writing desk, reading lamp, large private bathroom, shower, 2 wash basins, bathroom amenities, hairdryers, bathrobe, 110-volt and 220-volt outlet, TV, A/C, luggage storage.
Category 7 Suite
36m², 2 single beds or 1 queen bed, sofa bed, balcony with sliding glass doors, non-smoking, seating area, writing desk, reading lamp, large private bathroom, shower, 2 wash basins, bathroom amenities, hairdryers, bathrobe, 110-volt and 220-volt outlet, TV, A/C, luggage storage.
National Geographic Explorer Deckplan
Specifications
- Crew: 86
- Officers: International
- Guests: 148
- Tonnage: 6471
- Length: 367 Feet / 112 Metres
- Width: 54 Feet
- Speed: 15 Knots
- Passenger Decks: 6
- Built: 1982
- Registry: Bahamas
Whats included?
- One pre-voyage hotel night in Buenos Aires
- Activities/shore excursions as specified
- Lectures and presentations by expedition leaders and naturalist staff
- Group transfers
- All meals during your voyage
- Selected alcoholic & non-alcoholic beverages
- Use of kayaks
- Port fees and service taxes
- Gratuities
What’s not included?
- International airfares
- Internal airfares (Buenos Aires/Ushuaia)
- Arrival/departure taxes or reciprocity fees, visa fees where applicable
- Travel insurance
- Any item not listed as included