Snow Hill Emperor Penguins Expedition

Legendary Snow Hill Emperor Penguins Expedition with Helicopter Flights
Up To 9% Discount!
Single Cabins Available
Legendary Snow Hill Emperor Penguins Expedition with Helicopter Flights
Aboard: Ultramarine
Be a part of Polar history as you become one of the very few people to reach the incredibly remote Emperor penguin colony near Snow Hill Island in Antarctica. Lying deep in the Weddell Sea, where expansive tabular icebergs and thick, dense sea ice abounds, this legendary rookery is home to around 8,000 breeding pairs of Emperor penguins and is one of the most enchanting places in the world in which to see these iconic birds, the most coveted of all the penguin species.
Accessible via helicopter, travelling aboard the new first-class Ultramarine expedition ship, which is equipped with two twin-engine helicopters, offers you the exclusive chance to experience this amazing natural wonder. Anticipate scenes reminiscent of “March of the Penguins” and BBC’s “Frozen Planet” as you fly high above the incredible scenery below to land on the thick sea ice and walk amongst these enigmatic animals. This is truly a once-in-a-lifetime adventure that will reward in one of the most elusive wildlife experiences on the planet.
Various departures available. Please enquire for full dates and rates.
Highlights
- Embrace true expedition travel as you join the quest to reach the legendary Snow Hill Emperor Penguin Colony
- Spend 5 days in the Snow Hill vicinity, either venturing to the colony or enjoying an in-depth Weddell Sea exploration
- Enjoy thrilling helicopter flightseeing experiences
- Sail aboard a new, state-of-the-art expedition vessel with reduced passenger numbers allowing for a more intimate and in-depth experience
- Traverse across the legendary Drake Passage
- Take included Zodiac cruises, helicopter flights, land visits, Polar plunges and gentle hikes
- Optional activity options including kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding (fees apply)
What's Included
- One night pre-expedition hotel accommodation in Buenos Aires inc. breakfast
- Group transfer from hotel to airport in Buenos Aires
- Return flights between Buenos Aires and Ushuaia
- All group transfers in Ushuaia, including an express bus tour of Tierra del Fuego National Park
- Leadership throughout your voyage by our experienced Expedition Leaders, including shore landings and other activities
- All Zodiac transfers and cruising as per the daily program
- All shore landings as per the daily program
- Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeeping
- All meals, snacks, soft drinks and juices on board throughout your voyage
- Free alcohol during dinner and bar service hours; and coffee, tea and cocoa available around the clock
- Formal and informal presentations by our Expedition Team and guest speakers as scheduled
- A photographic journal documenting the expedition
- A pair of waterproof expedition boots on loan for landings and Zodiac cruising excursions
- Parka jacket - yours to keep!
- Free Wi-Fi
- Hair dryer and bathrobes in every cabin
- All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the program
- All luggage handling aboard the ship
- Emergency Evacuation insurance for all passengers to a maximum benefit of USD $500,000 per person
Up To 9% Discount!
Book select dates now and receive up to 5% discount off select cabins! Plus a further 5% discount if you pay in full at the time of booking! Triple berths were from £22,295 - now from only £20,218! While availability lasts!
Offer applicable when booked before 3rd March 2025
Applies to new bookings in select cabins on select departure dates and is subject to availability. Discounts will fluctuate depending on dates and cabins chosen. Can not be combined with any other offer. Full terms & conditions apply. / Available on selected dates/vessels.
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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Buenos Aires
Fly to Ushuaia - Embark
At Sea - Drake Passage
Into the Weddell Sea
Quest to Land at Snow Hill
Back to South America
Ushuaia & Fly to Buenos Aires
A view from Above
All Aboard

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 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 Sutton
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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