Embark on a mesmerizing luxury cruise adventure through the Weddell Sea & Antarctic Peninsula, a round trip starting and ending in the iconic port city of Ushuaia. From this southernmost gateway, you set sail across the Drake Passage, journeying through some of the Earth’s most pristine and untouched landscapes, before ultimately returning to Ushuaia after a truly transformative journey. During this extraordinary voyage, you’ll have the opportunity to witness the spectacular icy vistas of the Gerlache Strait and the breathtaking Antarctic Sound. Explore the mesmerizing Antarctic Peninsula, where you’ll find a sanctuary teeming with wildlife such as Adelie penguins and elephant seals, and scientific bases nestled among stunning glaciers and icebergs. En route, enjoy the serene splendor of the South Shetland Islands, with stops allowing for unique photo opportunities. The journey features days at sea designed to enrich your voyage, offering lectures from experts to deepen your understanding of Antarctica. You can perfect your photography skills with tips from onboard professionals, or enjoy quiet moments in the well-stocked library. Optional activities like kayaking provide close encounters with the awe-inspiring environment, ensuring every moment of your Antarctic cruise is packed with excitement and discovery.
Nestled in the foothills of the snow-capped Martial Range, Ushuaia’s colourful streets and mismatched buildings cascade from the imposing mountains before coming to an abrupt halt at the shores of the Beagle Channel. As one of the world’s southernmost cities, Ushuaia carries its ‘end of the world’ reputation well. The moody weather and dramatic surroundings certainly help. Board your boutique ship before departing for your journey through one of the most captivating wilderness regions of the world.
Sea days are rarely dull. Take the time to sit back and let the world go by. The ship’s observation decks provide stunning views of the passing ocean. A day at sea gives you the opportunity to mingle with other passengers and share your experiences of this incredible trip or head to our library which is stocked full of reference books. Get an expert’s view in one of our on-board lectures or perhaps perfect your photography skills with invaluable advice from our onboard professional photographers.
Among captivating glaciers, majestic icebergs and snowy islands, the Antarctic Peninsula is where most visitors to the White Continent live their Antarctica dream. It’s the most accessible part, with scientific bases and incredible scenery, like the photogenic Lemaire Channel. Shore excursions might include Mikkelsen Harbour, where among gentoo penguins, snowy sheathbills and skuas, Antarctic Weddell seals haul out.
Sea days are rarely dull. Take the time to sit back and let the world go by. The ship’s observation decks provide stunning views of the passing ocean. A day at sea gives you the opportunity to mingle with other passengers and share your experiences of this incredible trip or head to our library which is stocked full of reference books. Get an expert’s view in one of our on-board lectures or perhaps perfect your photography skills with invaluable advice from our onboard professional photographers.
Ushuaia is the gateway to the White Continent. Nestled in the foothills of the snow-capped Martial Range in Argentina’s Patagonia region, Ushuaia’s colourful streets and mismatched buildings cascade from the imposing mountains before coming to an abrupt halt at the shores of the Beagle Channel. Often described as ‘the End of the World’, the city carries the reputation well – the moody weather and dramatic surroundings certainly help.
Additional activities such as kayaking, private tours, special arrangements, plus private Zodiac tours, cost extra.
Laundry, premium wines and spirits, plus purchases from the ship’s boutique and any spa treatments are not included.
You will need to purchase your own visas where required, travel insurance, flights, domestic transfers and any hotel requirements pre or post cruise, unless otherwise stated within the itinerary description.
Kayaking – USD250 pp
Hiking – Free
Snowshoeing – Free
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