Extended Antarctic Explorer with Helicopters
Extended Antarctic Explorer with Helicopter Activities & Cape Horn 13 Days
Single Cabins Available
Extended Antarctic Explorer with Helicopter Activities & Cape Horn 13 Days
Aboard: Ultramarine
This thrilling expedition offers you the chance to fully explore the wonders of Antarctica, with the added excitement of an included helicopter flightseeing tour and unique landings at the historical landmark of Cape Horn and the rarely-visited Diego Ramírez Islands. Sailing from Ushuaia, you will spend a day discovering the abundant birdlife of the Diego Ramírez archipelago and enjoy the scenic photo opportunities that abound at Cape Horn before heading further into the legendary Drake Passage towards Antarctica, the breathtakingly scenic wildlife paradise at the bottom of the world.
Your itinerary will take you to the unique and remarkable lands of the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula. Enjoying thrilling Zodiac cruises through the crackling sea ice, getting up close to huge colonies of bustling penguins as they go about their daily lives, navigating through mazes of towering icebergs of all shapes and sizes, and of course stepping foot on the magnificent 7th continent…this will surely be the adventure of a lifetime.
Sailing aboard a deluxe, brand-new expedition ship that is equipped with two twin-engine helicopters will also allow you to discover incredibly remote areas that are inaccessible on most other expeditions.
Please note 1: One helicopter flight is included in your package. Additional helicopter-based activities are available at an additional cost.
Please note 2: This expedition requires a mandatory transfer package including charter flights between Buenos Aires and Ushuaia, transfers between airports and ship, and an overnight stay in Buenos Aires pre-voyage. This transfer package is priced at £850.
Highlights
- Amazing wildlife including penguins, myriad birds and whales
- Step foot on the White Continent!
- Visit the rarely-explored Diego Ramirez Islands and historical Cape Horn
- Spectacular scenery
- Enjoy a thrilling helicopter flightseeing tour over Antarctica!
- Exciting zodiac landings and excursions
- A range of activity options available including Kayaking, Paddling, Stand-up Paddleboarding, Camping on Ice and further Helicopter explorations (additional charges apply)
What's Included
- Full board accommodation including all meals, snacks & hot drinks on board ship
- Beer & wine during dinner
- One helicopter sightseeing flight
- All zodiac excursions and landings
- Programme of expert lectures and presentations
- Loan of waterproof boots
- Expedition parka to keep
- All service and port charges
- Emergency evacuation insurance to max. US$500,000pp
Mandatory Transfer Package (£850) Includes:
- One night hotel accommodation (with breakfast) in Buenos Aires pre-voyage
- Return charter flights between Buenos Aires & Ushuaia
- Group transfers to and from ship, airports and hotel
- Express bus tour of Tierra del Fuego National Park post-voyage
Single Cabins Available
This vessel offers single occupancy cabins, which is a perfect option for solo travellers. Travelling alone is often the best way to see the world. No responsibilities, no difficult choices and no trying to please anyone else…just you, your itinerary and your adventurous spirit!
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Ultramarine
The stylish, brand-new (2021) Ultramarine Polar vessel redefines what is possible in polar expeditions, with two twin-engine helicopters allowing for the ship to offer an unrivalled portfolio of adventure activities and allowing guests to delve deeper into the Polar regions than on any other ship. Featuring sublime onboard comfort, more outdoor wildlife viewing vantage points than rival ships, cutting-edge technology and advanced safety systems, the Ultramarine is simply ahead of its game. An innovative mix of sustainability features that exceed all industry standards and the most spacious suites in its category add even further to the reasons why this pristine vessel will be sure to delight intrepid Polar adventurers.
Allowing for more activities than any other vessel in its category, guests can immerse themselves in their unforgettable Polar surroundings on a huge range of optional adventures including helicopter flightseeing, camping on ice, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, alpine hiking, cross-country skiing and mountaineering to name just a few. Onboard, guests can enjoy 2 dining areas, 4 bars, a spa and fitness centre, ocean view sauna, a panorama lounge, walkaround deck, library and a lecture theatre.
7 categories of stylish cabins and suites are available, ranging from solo panorama cabins to exclusive suites with private balconies and luxurious fittings. Features of the cabins and suites include spa-inspired private bathrooms with heated floors, premium beds and linens, picture windows or private balconies and HD flatscreen TVs.
Please note: Helicopter flights are not permitted in Spitsbergen.
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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 MartinI want to thank you for all you did to make my recent Falklands trip run so smoothly and comfortably. Thank you for all your help over the diet too.
Dr Lorna MairsJust 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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