Best of Antarctica

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Welcome to the pinnacle of expedition travel – Antarctica. It’s a place of extremes, where the wildlife and landscape paint a picture like nowhere else in the world. The extraordinary islands around the Antarctic Peninsula are a stunning reward for those who conquer the infamous Drake Passage – which is all of you – and amid the Antarctic’s barren beauty you may well encounter orcas, humpback whales, seals and penguins. Explore the ice-filled waters by Zodiac then set foot on the rock and ice that makes up this mysterious continent, and spend your evenings enjoying the state-of-the-art ship and its health and wellness facilities. You’ll be talking about this journey for years to come.

(*) Some departures, especialy on the end of the season, may inlcude an extra day (12 days / 11 nights) as they set sail towards the location where whales gather in their largest numbers on the Antarctic Peninsula 

2024-2025 Best of Antarctica – Whale Discovery dates: 09 Mar 2025 and 19 Mar 2025

Map/Itinerary

Day 1Ushuaia, Argentina

Welcome to Ushuaia, Argentina, the world’s southernmost city. You will be briefed at your hotel this evening on the journey that lies ahead and the details for tomorrow’s embarkation. If you happen to arrive early there are many ways to entertain yourself at ‘the End of the World’. Check out the Museo Maritimo to brush up on the region’s history or take a stroll down Avenida San Martin if you’re after any last-minute essentials before departing for Antarctica. Enjoy a traditional meal at a local restaurant and sample some of Argentina’s famous red wine.
Accommodation
  • Hotel (1 night)
Meals Included

There are no meals included on this day.

Special Information

An arrival transfer from the airport on Day 1 is included in your voyage fare. Full details will be sent with your final joining instructions.

Day 2Embarkation in Ushuaia

This afternoon you will board the Ocean Endeavour and your epic adventure south begins. Take some time to settle into your cabin as you begin cruising the stunning Beagle Channel, named after the famed vessel ‘The Beagle’ that facilitated some of Charles Darwin’s most significant voyages. The channel transects the Tierra del Fuego archipelago in the extreme south of South America, and as the Ocean Endeavour pulls away from the port, there’s always an air of anticipation. Wave goodbye to Argentina and know that the next time you see land, you will be gazing upon the White Continent of Antarctica.
Accommodation
  • Expedition Cruise Ship (1 night)
Meals Included
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner

Day 3At Sea, Drake Passage

The time has come to cross the Drake Passage, the legendary body of water named after English explorer Sir Francis Drake. If the conditions are right, enjoy some time out on deck to spot dolphins, orcas or perhaps albatross. If the waters are a little rough, the Ocean Endeavour is equipped with some seriously lush facilities for you to take advantage of. As well as safety briefings, a comprehensive lecture program will run throughout the journey delivered by experts in Antarctica’s history, geology and biology. With any luck we’ll make it to land by early evening on Day 4 – a moment that always brings much excitement.
Accommodation
  • Expedition Cruise Ship (2 nights)
Meals Included
  • Breakfast (2)
  • Lunch (2)
  • Dinner (2)

Day 5-8South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula

The adventure truly begins once the Antarctic Convergence is left in your wake and exchanged for four incredible days of exploring the Antarctic Peninsula. Stare wide-eyed at glaciers, mountains and an unimaginable array of wildlife as the sheer magnitude and rawness of the area comes to light. Every day is a new adventure, and you’ll explore ice-filled bays and channels as well as Antarctica itself on Zodiac excursions and by foot. While the landscapes will no doubt take your breath away, Antarctica is all about the wildlife. Visit penguin rookeries, spot humpback and minke whales and look out for leopard seals, all while calving glaciers crack through the immense silence. The landing sites visited will depend on the ship’s location and weather conditions, but for information on potential landing sites please visit: https://www.intrepidtravel.com/au/antarctica-landing-sites
Accommodation
  • Expedition Cruise Ship (4 nights)
Meals Included
  • Breakfast (4)
  • Lunch (4)
  • Dinner (4)

Please note that all the outings and landings rely on weather, sea and ice conditions being favorable both for the ship to access the areas, as for the zodiacs and kayaks to maneuver under adequate conditions, ensuring the safety of all our passengers and staff. 

For this reason, during moments of harsh weather and throughout the entire trip, our ships offer excellent public areas such as wellness/sauna, restaurant, bar and a library for our passengers to spend their spare time. Our ships are staffed by experts in the field who will also share great lectures along the way, ranging from exploration history to biology, geology, ice and wildlife. 

Day 9-10At Sea, Drake Passage

Leave the Antarctic Peninsula behind as you set sail across the Drake Passage, enjoying some final lectures and presentations from your expedition team. Look out for wildlife from the observation lounge, outer decks, or the Ocean Endeavour’s bridge as you head north across the Antarctic Convergence. Having crossed the Drake Passage once more, enter the calm and tranquil waters of the Beagle Channel as you enjoy a final dinner and approach your home port of Ushuaia.
Accommodation
  • Expedition Cruise Ship (2 nights)
Meals Included
  • Breakfast (2)
  • Lunch (2)
  • Dinner (2)

Day 11Disembarkation in Ushuaia, Argentina

Your Antarctic adventure draws to a close as you disembark the Ocean Endeavour following breakfast. Farewell your fellow guests and your expedition team and join a transfer to Ushuaia airport for your onward journey today. Or perhaps extend your stay to spend some more time exploring this incredible part of the world.
Meals Included
  • Breakfast
Special Information

A departure transfer to the airport is included in your voyage fare if you are flying out today. Please speak to an Intrepid booking agent to organise this.

If you are flying out today, please do not book your flight to depart Ushuaia before midday in case of any delays caused by unfavourable weather conditions.

 

Inclusions/Exclusions

This expedition includes:

• Pre-voyage hotel night in Ushuaia – B&B
• Transfer from airport to hotel if arriving on Day 1 
• Transfer from hotel accommodation for embarkation
• All meals onboard including snacks
• All shore excursions and Zodiac cruising (except paid adventure options with cost)
• Onboard lecture program from Expedition Team and Naturalists
• Use of rubber boots and walking sticks
• Use of waterproof outer shell jacket
• Insulated inner jacket to keep
• Use of onboard gym, sauna, pool and jacuzzi and onboard yoga
• 8:1 expedition member ratio per guests
• Transfers to airport on return to port
• All port and landing taxes & fees
 

This expedition excludes:

• International or domestic flights to/from port of call
• Visa and passport fees
• Travel insurance
• Paid adventure options and all personal expenses
• Laundry and communication charges on board
• Gratuities – recommended US$14 per day per person

Adventure Activities

Day Paddle – USD299
Camping – USD399
Snowshoeing – USD150

Photography Program – USD1099
Stand Up Paddleboarding – USD299
Kayaking Program – USD1099

 

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Best of Antarctica

Start : 27 Dec, 2024  End : 6 Jan, 2025
Departure : Ushuaia   Arrival : Ushuaia
11 Days
Ocean Endeavour
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$9,250  
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$10,749 $9,675
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$9,750  
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$10,250  
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$10,750  
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$12,799 $10,880
Comfort Twin
$11,300  
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$11,750  
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$12,200  
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$12,800  
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$13,700  
Single Porthole
$14,850  
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$14,950  
Single Window
$16,350  

Best of Antarctica

Start : 26 Jan, 2025  End : 5 Feb, 2025
Departure : Ushuaia   Arrival : Ushuaia
11 Days
Ocean Endeavour
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$7,400
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$9,250 $7,400
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$9,750 $7,800
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$10,250 $8,200
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$10,750 $8,600
Superior
$12,800 $8,960
Comfort Twin
$11,300 $9,040
Single Interior
$11,750 $9,400
Junior Suite
$13,700 $9,590
Twin Double Window
$10,749 $9,675
Select Twin
$12,200 $9,760
Owner's Suite
$14,950 $10,465
Superior Twin/Double
$12,799 $10,880
Single Porthole
$14,850 $11,880
Single Window
$16,350 $13,080

Best of Antarctica

Start : 9 Mar, 2025  End : 20 Mar, 2025
Departure : Ushuaia   Arrival : Ushuaia
12 Days
Ocean Endeavour
From $7,900
$6,320
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$7,900 $6,320
Twin Interior
$8,350 $6,680
Twin Porthole
$8,800 $7,040
Main Twin
$9,250 $7,400
Superior
$10,950 $7,665
Comfort Twin
$9,700 $7,760
Single Interior
$10,050 $8,040
Junior Suite
$11,700 $8,190
Select Twin
$10,450 $8,360
Owner's Suite
$12,750 $8,925
Superior Twin/Double
$9,250  
Single Porthole
$12,750 $10,200
Single Window
$14,050 $11,240
Twin Double Window
$12,750  

Best of Antarctica

Start : 19 Mar, 2025  End : 30 Mar, 2025
Departure : Ushuaia   Arrival : Ushuaia
12 Days
Ocean Endeavour
From $7,899
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Triple Interior
$7,899  
Twin Interior
$8,349  
Twin Porthole
$8,799  
Twin Double Window
$9,249  
Comfort Twin
$9,699  
Single Interior
$10,049  
Select Twin
$10,449  
Superior Twin/Double
$10,949  
Junior Suite
$11,699  
Single Porthole
$12,749  
Owner's Suite
$12,749  
Single Window
$14,049  

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