Crossing the Antarctic Circle

Day 1: Arrive in Ushuaia

No need to stress about missed connections or flight delays as you arrive with plenty of time to unwind and enjoy the beautiful Arakur Resort & Spa or spend time discovering the southernmost city in the world, Ushuaia.

Day 2: Free Day in Ushuaia

Explore the sights of Ushuaia such as the museums and Argentinean leather markets or continue relaxing at the hotel. Attend the optional evening briefing for the opportunity to ask questions and meet some of your fellow travelers.

Day 3: Embarkation

Spend your morning exploring Ushuaia or unwinding at the resort until our mid-afternoon transfer to the ship. Our Expedition Team and ship staff will greet you on board, followed by a safety and orientation briefing and Captain’s welcome dinner.

Day 4-5: Drake Passage

Join our Polar Experts as they teach you about everything Antarctic, from wildlife to history; participate in our renowned Citizen Science program; or sit back and take in this fabled journey while catching exciting glimpses of wildlife. Grab your binoculars to identify the many seabirds that follow the ship as we cross the Antarctic Convergence into Antarctic waters and noticeably cooler temperatures.

Day 6: South Shetland Islands

The volcanic South Shetland Islands offer amazing abundance and beauty, so we’ll hop into our inflatable Zodiac boats and spend as much time as possible exploring. Be prepared to marvel up close at nature’s glory!

Day 7-9: Antarctic Circle

Heading south across the Bransfield Strait, we sail towards the Antarctic Circle. From our most southern point (south of the Antarctic Circle), we’ll start making our way back north, cruising through the narrow channels of the Antarctic Peninsula.

Day 10-12: Antarctic Peninsula

Heading north, we’ll explore any number of picturesque bays and famed harbors, maneuvering through majestic channels as we travel the wildlife-rich waters. There are great opportunities to stop at several active scientific bases and historic landing sites as we spot numerous species of penguins, seals, and whales along the rugged coastlines and in the sea.

Day 13-14: Drake Passage

We leave this magical place and make our way north, once again heading across the Antarctic Convergence and the Drake Passage. We have one last hurrah as we celebrate the conclusion of our expedition with a special slideshow and a final meal together.

Day 15: Ushuaia Disembarkation

With huge smiles on weary, content faces, we disembark in the morning, letting you catch a flight to Buenos Aires or stay in Ushuaia for more sights and adventure.

• Two complimentary pre-departure hotel nights in Ushuaia
• Transfer from the airport to the group hotel, if arriving on day 1 of the itinerary
• Transfer from the group hotel to the ship for embarkation
• Shipboard accommodation
• All scheduled landings and excursions
• All meals on board
• Coffee, tea, cocoa available 24-hours daily
• Alcoholic (house brands) and non-alcoholic beverages: mineral water, soft drinks, juices, various coffee specialties, tea, house wine white/rose/red, sparkling wine, aperitif, various beers, long drinks, cocktail of the day
• Expedition parka, yours to keep
• Use of a pair of boots for the duration of the cruise
• WiFi access from the public computers in the library
• 200MB WiFi card, for use on your personal devices
• All port fees
• All landing fees
• Digital voyage log

• Any airfare or travel expenses associated with arrival in Ushuaia
• Transfer from the airport or group hotel, unless arriving on day 1 of the itinerary
• Travel insurance, medical insurance, evacuation coverage
• Pre or post voyage expenses in Ushuaia
• Laundry and personal expenses incurred on board
• Alcohol and soft drinks on board, except as listed in inclusions
• On board communication charges such as outgoing calls, WiFi from personal devices in excess of the included 200MB
• Staff gratuities
• Optional adventure activities*

*Optional activities

• Kayaking: US$895 per person
• Camping: US$295 per person