EPIC ANTARCTICA AND SOUTH GEORGIA ADVENTURE
EPIC ANTARCTICA AND SOUTH GEORGIA 18 Days
Single Cabins Available
EPIC ANTARCTICA AND SOUTH GEORGIA 18 Days
Aboard: Ocean Albatros
On this epic 18-day voyage, we explore the South Shetlands and the Antarctic continent before heading via the Antarctic Sound and Weddell Sea for an extended South Georgia visit. The adventure ends in the Uruguayan capital of Montevideo. On board Ocean Albatros.
Departing from Ushuaia in Argentina, we cross the mighty Drake Passage en route for the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic peninsula. Here we will make Zodiac landings at penguin rookeries, research stations and fascinating lookouts.
Continuing towards the east, we will explore the Antarctic Sound with its mighty tabular icebergs and enter the Weddell Sea in search for wildlife.
Sailing onwards between Elephant Island and South Georgia offers a small glimpse into the passage made famous by Shackleton 100 years ago, when he navigated the 1300 km course through open seas of Drake Passage in an effort to save his stranded crew. South Georgia is one of world’s greatest natural wonders. Wildlife-packed beaches, active research stations, former whaling stations and a visit to Shackleton’s final resting place are on our agenda. This trip has an extended South Georgia itinerary, allowing us to see more than usual.
On our last leg we sail to Montevideo, the capital of Uruguay, allowing for easier flights onwards in South America or towards home. The last seadays can be spend bird watching from the top deck and attending lectures, workshops and photo re-caps in one of the ship's lounges.
Onboard our brand new strong ice-strengthened expedition vessel, Ocean Albatros, we are sure to get close to the dramatic coastlines. Zodiac cruising and shore landings are an important and considerable part of the planned itinerary, hopefully enabling all expedition guests to set foot on the Antarctic continent, as well as the many surrounding sub-antarctic and South Georgia islands.
This epic expedition cruise allows you to experience so much pristine nature and varied wildlife!
With the patented X-BOW design, the Ocean Albatros will offer you a smoother sailing across the Drake passage, and due to the speed of the vessels, we might be able to do a first landing or activity in the South Shetland islands during the late afternoon on Day 3.
Make sure you reserve your place on this fantastic journey in good time, as we only cruise this route once during the season.
Highlights
- Explore South Georgia with its dramatic setting of millions of penguins jostling upon the beaches framed by glacier-clad rugged mountains
- Enjoy crossing the legendary Drake Passage
- Learn about the fascinating wildlife
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Discover the incredible scenery of the Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands
What's Included
- 18-day/17-night cruise on full board basis with breakfast, lunch, dinner and afternoon snacks
- Shuttle transfer from city centre to ship/from ship to city centre or airport (Ushuaia)
- All Zodiac landings and excursions as per itinerary
- Expedition parka
- Rubber boot rentals
- Special Photo Workshop
- English-speaking expedition team
- Free tea and coffee daily
- Visual Journal link after voyage including voyage log, gallery, maps, species list and more!
- Welcome and farewell cocktails
- Taxes
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!
So much to experience
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All our itinerary holidays are fully customisable
ARRIVAL USHUAIA, EMBARKATION
AT SEA. DRAKE PASSAGE, SOUTH SHETLAND ISLANDS
ANTARCTIC PENINSULA AND SOUTH SHETLAND ISLANDS
ANTARCTIC SOUND, WEDDELL SEA AND ELEPHANT ISLAND
At sea towards South Georgia
Exploring South Georgia and its wealth of wildlife
AT SEA TO MONTEVIDEO, DISEMBARKATION
A view from Above
All Aboard
Ocean Albatros
The brand-new (November 2022) Ocean Albatros has been built to the highest Polar code 6 and Ice class 1A and is the ideal vessel for small-ship cruising due to its sturdy construction and X-Bow®-Infinity class, which provides high stability in rough weather and allows for the smoothest movements on high waves. Designed to surpass environmentally friendly standards, the Ocean Albatros is part of the Green Initiative Program and is a low-energy vessel with 4 diesel engines and 2 electro engines, all controlled electronically to optimize speed and fuel consumption. The ship will have more than a 50% lower carbon footprint than traditional expedition vessels. The vessel also features a Solas 2012 classification which facilitates a safe return to port.
There are 95 very comfortable and stylishly furnished staterooms and suites, which are split into 9 different categories with varying features, with many offering unobstructed sea views and many which also offer a private balcony. 12 dedicated solo travel cabins are also available without a single supplement. The communal areas on board this high-end vessel include 2 restaurants, an Albatros Nordic Bar, a fantastic panorama sauna, open-air swimming pool with lounging deck and jacuzzis, an open deck dining area, wellness area with gym and Polar spa, an observation lounge, boutique giftshop and a modern lecture theatre.
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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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