Epic Antarctica + Falklands Option
Epic Antarctica + Falklands Option 22 days
Epic Antarctica + Falklands Option 22 days
Aboard: Akademik Ioffe
Quite simply – the most in-depth exploration of Antarctica ever offered. Only scientists and researchers who spend many months working at the numerous research stations in Antarctica can claim to spend more time ‘down on the ice’. Over the course of three weeks, we spend an un-precedented 16-days onshore, exploring the Antarctic Peninsula, cross the Antarctic Circle, South Shetland Islands, the spectacular, icy Weddell Sea region and the wildlife-rich Falkland Islands. In practical terms, this voyage will provide you with more than THIRTY off-ship excursions.
On this voyage we visit wildlife colonies, historic sites, science bases and spend plenty of time ashore enjoying extended walks, many up to stunning viewpoints. In our Zodiac boats. We cruise among the icefloes searching for whales and seals, or admiring and photographing the deep blue icebergs. You are accompanied by expert guides – including qualified naturalists, marine biologists, glaciologists, bird experts, historians and adventure guides. All have their areas of expertise and will educate you through fascinating presentations and lively, interactive discussions aboard the ship. A resident professional photographer is also there to help you capture Antarctica through the camera lens.
In depth, pre and post expedition tours of the Falkland Islands can be added to this itinerary. Please ask for details.
Highlights
- The most in-depth Antarctica expedition available
- Cross the Antarctic Circle
- Spectacular scenery
- Amazing marine wildlife
- Myriad birdlife
- Fly the Drake
What's Included
- Flights Punta Arenas to Stanley & return
- Full board accommodation on board ship
- Loan of waterproof boots
- All zodiac excursions and landings
- Programme of expert lectures
So much to experience
Our popularitinerary Suggestions
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Punta Arenas, Chile to Port Stanley, Falkland Islands
At Sea towards Antarctica
King George Island and Antarctic Peninsula
Towards the Antarctic Circle and Gerlache Coastline
Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands
King George Island
Northern Antarctic Peninsula
Antarctic Sound and the Weddell Sea
Elephant Island, Antarctica
At Sea towards Falkland Islands
West Point & Saunders Islands
Port Stanley
A view from Above
All Aboard
Akademik Ioffe
Built in Finland in 1989 as a Russian polar research vessel, the Akademik Ioffe, was operating as One Ocean Navigator until recently, is a comfortable, stable, ice-strengthened ship with all the facilities for modern expedition cruising. There is a mixture of suites and cabins, all with windows or portholes and some with private facilities. Public areas include dining room, lounge, bar, library with forward facing windows, multi-media room with Apple Mac computers and photo management software, presentation room, mud room, passenger lift and gift shop. There is also a wellness centre, sauna, spa, salt-water plunge pool, fitness room and infirmary. Along with plenty of open deck space, there is a top deck with 360degrees views and a small observatory with spotting scope. The ship has an open-bridge policy.
we work hard to earn passionate reviews from our clients.
Now that I am back from my odyssey voyage, I thought I would let you know that after all that planning it really did exceed my expectations – we managed landings everywhere even on Tristan da Cuhna and had great bird sightings. The guides all knew what they were talking about too and made sure I got some great photos – still sorting them all out! Thanks for everything and see you at Birdfair!
Dave MartinOverall I think that it was an excellent trip that was well worth the price paid and I would have no hesitation recommending your company to others.
Steve SuttonJust a quick note to express my sincere thanks to you and all your staff for making this an epic adventure of immense proportions. Everything went smoothly, pickups, hotels and most of all the expedition itself. Truly a mind blowing experience unlike any I have ever taken.
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Mike has more than fifteen years hands-on experience in the industry, travelling to some of the most incredible wild places on the planet. His far-reaching knowledge and invaluable skills will ensure that your wildlife travel adventure is a dream come true.
With a lifetime of unforgettable nature and adventure based travel under his belt, Simon shares his passion, enthusiasm and hands-on experience to help create the perfect itinerary for every client.
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