Antarctic Peninsula Discovery Voyage

Antarctic Peninsula Discovery Voyage 10 days
Antarctic Peninsula Discovery Voyage 10 days
Aboard: MV Plancius MV Ortelius M/V Hondius
On this classic Peninsula cruise you will travel from Ushuaia to the wondrous landscapes of Antarctica and the South Shetland Islands, one of the most remote and spectacular environments on earth. Discover these landscapes up-close and enjoy unparalleled wildlife encounters, including up to seven different species of penguins as you take a journey of a lifetime to the bottom of the world. On this special discovery and learning cruise you will sail aboard the new polar vessel m/v Hondius which has been specially designed to offer an extensive array of activities entirely unique to the ship itself. A wide range of interactive workshops are likely to be offered, and may cover topics including botany, geology, navigation, astronomy, wildlife, photography or videography. This trip will bring you closer than ever to truly understanding this unique and fascinating region, and whether onboard or out in nature, there certainly won’t be a dull moment.
Please note: workshops offered may vary depending on the sailing. For clarification or more information on which workshops may be offered on your trip, please contact us and we will be happy to clarify.
This trip operates on various dates aboard 2 different vessels - M/V Hondius & M/V Janssonius. Mentioned activities may not be applicable to all departure dates. Please enquire for full rates and dates.
Highlights
- Interactive learning and discovery programme which may include workshops on photography, videography or other fascinating subjects (trip dependent)
- Step foot on the Antarctic Peninsula and marvel in its splendour
- See penguins and other birdlife up close
- Marine mammals
- Spectacular scenery
- Historic sites
- Activity options including kayaking and camping on ice (select departures - fees apply)
- Snowshoeing and hiking included
What's Included
- Luggage transfer to ship and group transfer from ship
- Full board accommodation on board
- All zodiac excursions and landings with expert guides
- Programme of expert lectures and interactive workshops
- Loan of rubber boots
- Snowshoeing
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All Aboard

MV Plancius
Plancius was built as a Dutch oceanographic research vessel and refurbished as a passenger ship in 2009. It has ice strengthened bow and stern and is ideal for polar sailing. There is a mixture of suites and cabins, all with window or porthole. There are twin, triple and quadruple cabins suitable for sharing. Public areas are a spacious observation lounge and bar, library, lecture theatre and dining room along with plenty of outside deck space and an open-bridge policy. Rubber boots are supplied for all passengers.

MV Ortelius
Ortelius was built as a Russian scientific survey ship with ice strengthened hull, ideal for polar sailing. She has been completely refurbished for polar expedition travel and has a selection of suites and cabins with windows or portholes and private facilities. There are twin dining rooms, a lecture room, bar and observation lounge and lots of open deck space plus an open-bridge policy. Ortelius also has a helicopter landing pad and helicopter excursions are available on some itineraries.

M/V Hondius
Launched in 2019, the Hondius is a deluxe vessel that has been built to the very highest Polar Class for ice-strengthened vessels. The first civilian vessel in the world to receive a Polar Class 6 notation and designed to fully comply with the mandatory requirements of the Polar code, the M/V Hondius leads the way for both safe ship operation and protection of the Polar environment.
Providing deluxe accommodation for up to 170 passengers, the M/V Hondius offers one of the highest comfort experiences of all vessels which operate in the Polar Regions. The accommodation onboard is provided in numerous suites of varying sizes, from the Hondius Suite to quadruple porthole cabins, with all cabins having either a balcony, large windows or portholes. Each cabin has been custom-designed and impeccably outfitted in a stylish décor.
The M/V Hondius has been designed to offer a deluxe feel whilst still maintaining a sense of cosy camaraderie, with welcoming communal, observation and dining areas. An entire deck has been dedicated to space for lectures and presentations, and every element of the vessel has been thoroughly thought-out to provide the very best passenger experience.
The vessel features a sheltered Zodiac boarding zone making joining and returning from land-based excursions fast and easy, and has been built to exceed the latest Green requirements imposed by the International Maritime Organisation to ensure that your trip causes as little impact as possible on the areas you will visit.
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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 Mairs
Just 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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