Antarctica Cruises | Classic South Georgia | Ushuaia

Day 1: Departure from Ushuaia city.

Boarding takes place in the afternoon. Passengers will meet the crew and expedition staff during a welcome cocktail. Afterwards they will have time to meet their shipmates. We will sail towards the Western Falkland Islands (Malvinas)

Day 2: At Sea

Due to the 'open bridge' policy on board the USHUAIA, passengers will be able to join the crew on the bridge and have the opportunity to learn about navigation, as well as watch whales and enjoy the scenery. Albatrosses and petrels often accompany the ship. Lecturers and naturalists will prepare the travellers for the visit to the Falkland Islands.

Day 3: Western Falkland Islands (Malvinas)

Depending on the weather conditions, the lecturers and naturalists on board will accompany the passengers on the first excursion, exploring, on the west coast, the following islands: West Point Island and Carcass Island. In the evening, the sailing continues eastwards around the islands to the north of the archipelago, arriving at the capital, Puerto Argentino, in the morning.

Day 4: Eastern Falkland Islands (Malvinas) - At Sea

In the morning we will explore Puerto Argentino and its museum, as well as souvenir shops and pubs. The island is home to extraordinary wildlife: giant petrels, Falkland Steamer Ducks, kittiwakes and Kelp Gulls, witch herons, harriers and peregrine falcons. In the afternoon we will sail to South Georgia Islands.

Days 5 and 6: At Sea

Onboard lectures will be given by the expert naturalists, who will share their knowledge of the wildlife and ecosystems we will encounter along the way. South Georgia is considered to be one of the most wildlife-rich places on the planet.

Day 7: At Sea - South Georgia

We will finally reach South Georgia and its beautiful landscape with high mountains, huge glaciers, fjords and meadows. We will try to visit the following places: Eisehul Bay and Right Whale Bay.

Days 8 to 12: South Georgia

Itinerary will depend on local conditions at sea and on land. Some of the destinations expected to be explored are: Salisbury Plain, Prion Island, Grytviken, Godthul, St Andrews Bay, Cooper Bay, Drygalski Fjord.

Days 13 and 14: At Sea

We will start the crossing of the Scotia Sea towards the Antarctic Peninsula. During the navigation we will be able to enjoy the deck to read, take pictures and edit them or meditate on the experience we are living. There will be lectures and activities.

Day 15: Elephant Island, South Shetland Islands

This enigmatic Elephant Island has one of the most important rescue stories of all time: in 1916 Sir Ernest Shackleton had to leave 22 of his men stranded on this island to embark with five companions on a desperate search for help.

Day 16: At Sea - Antarctic Peninsula: Antarctic Sound

The ship's staff will prepare passengers for the Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands experience. We will arrive in the afternoon and try to disembark at one of the following places: Argentine Antarctic Station Esperanza, Brown Bluff.

Days 17 to 19: Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands

Once in the Antarctic Sound area, we hope to explore the following sites: Gerlache Strait, Hydrurga Rocks, Cuverville Island, Deception Island, Half Moon Island.

Days 20 and 21: At Sea

Leaving the Antarctic Peninsula behind, we will return north towards the Drake Passage crossing. During the navigation, passengers and staff will identify seabirds and whales. Final lectures on the voyage will take place.

Day 22: Ushuaia

We will arrive early in the morning at the Port of Ushuaia, disembarking after breakfast.

REMARKS:

The itinerary may vary according to local weather, ice conditions and wildlife viewing opportunities. Efforts will always be made to facilitate the best results of the prevailing conditions. A daily schedule will be posted on board.

Price includes

Cruise and accommodation on board the USHUAIA according to the itinerary.
All meals during the voyage on board the USHUAIA.
All zodiac and shore excursions and activities during the voyage.
Program of conferences given by renowned naturalists and experienced members of the expedition team.
Taxes and port charges during the program.
Pre-departure briefing material.
Detailed logbook.

Not Included

bar and telecommunications
Tipping (suggested USD15 per person per day)
Personal insurance

Notes

CABINS:

The vessel has been refurbished to accommodate a maximum of 90 passengers in 46 comfortable cabins and suites, also providing ample deck space and an open bridge policy.
The bathroom is shared between two cabins (maximum four people), with internal access from the cabins. Shared shower and toilet. Each cabin has its own washbasin.

Individual passengers can choose from:

Booking an exclusive single cabin, such as the Premier Single category, which is available at a special single rate.
Booking a double cabin (excluding Suites) for single occupancy by paying a 50% supplement of the per person rate for double cabins.
Booking a Suite for single occupancy by paying a 100% supplement.
Sharing a cabin with another passenger of the same gender in all twin categories except for Suites.

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Health insurance: requires participants to purchase a medical insurance which includes air medical evacuation from Antarctica.

Cancellation insurance: strongly recommends participants to purchase a trip cancellation insurance.

Passengers must fill in and sign an on-line Participation Form, which must be in the hands of the provider at least 60 days before the date of the voyage departure.

Itineraries: Even though the company will make all efforts to comply with the programmed itinerary, it must be taken into account that in this type of adventure trips to antarctic regions which have a severe and unpredictable climate, security is always the most important aspect in any trip to Antarctica. For that reason, it is that the provider of the services reserves the right to modify the itinerary here described without prior consultation, due to climate problems or any other event of force majeure beyond the control of the provider of the services.

SUGGESTED EQUIPMENT

In the Antarctic Peninsula, the average temperature is around 0°C. We must take into account that many times the chill sensation can decrease due to the strong winds. That is why we recommend several layers of warm and light clothes. A jacket and windproof trousers as outer garments.

Sunglasses with high UV protection
Woolen hat and scarf
Soft Shell jacket
Waterproof hooded parka
Thermal underwear
Thermal Gloves
Waterproof thermal trousers
Thermal socks
Thermal underwear, including vest and clothes with a high collar
Soft Shell jacket and trousers
Swimming suit (probably bathing in thermal waters)
Comfortable clothes to wear on board (the average temperature is around 20°C)
Comfortable shoes to wear on board

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Ushuaia

Ushuaia is located in the south of Argentina, in the Big Island of Tierra del Fuego; it is the southernmost city in the world; it is situated on the coast of the bay with the same name, on the Beagle Channel.Ushuaia is surrounded by sea, lakes, woods and mountains. It is a pretty and picturesque city which has an important accommodation infrastructure providing high quality services for tourists from all over the world during the whole year.

Ushuaia