Best Falkland Islands Tour Companies
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Exodus Travels
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Total Trips 546 Trips
Average Price
$ 312 per day
Size Global Operator
Tour Length 20 – 20 days
Trip Prices $ 14,995 – $ 14,995
Service Level Standard
Operator Type
Group Tour Operator
Trips in Falkland Islands
1 Tours in Falkland Islands
Excellent service
The travel experts I spoke to were very knowledgeable and helpful and answered all my questions. I have traveled with Exodus many times before and they have been excellent.
I first travelled with Exodus eight…
I first travelled with Exodus eight years ago and had a great group tour. I saw a tour in Croatia that interested me and phoned to ask some questions about it. Got through to customer sales straight way and immediately felt that the representative understood my needs and was very pleasant - but not pushy. He found the flights I wanted and offered to hold a place on the tour for a full week. I booked a few days later. Excellent service, thank you Exodus.
It was quick and easy to book
It was quick and easy to book. This is my 5th time of booking and would recommend Exodus to friends.
Shackleton’s Footsteps - A Photographic Expedition with Paul Goldstein
Trip Style: Small group tour
With over 47 years of experience with small group adventure travel, Exodus specializes in active cultural, walking & trekking, cycling and responsible wildlife tours. They offer more than 600 itineraries across more than 100 countries.
Adventure can take the form of serious and active adventures -- which may involve adrenaline-producing, off-the-beaten-path roughing-it trips to the most remote areas of the world -- or food and wine, premium (five-star), family, or cultural adventures to iconic destinations, which involve more comforts and amenities.
What Makes Exodus Stand Out?
Booking flexibility
Award Winning
Tailor made adventures
Responsible tourism
Expert guides with extensive past experience
Exodus understands that new difficulty that comes with traveling during the coronavirus. They are dedicated to offering flexible services so travelers can book with confidence. Travelers can feel safe when planning their next trip with Exodus’s promised refund guarantee, Covid-19 refund commitment and 21-day no fee flexibility.
The refund guarantee means that travelers will be refunded if they have to cancel for any reason. This also includes cancellations due to the coronavirus. Travelers can also transfer their trip for free up to 21 days before departure.
Creating great and adventurous trips is the top priority for Exodus. They offer many pre-planned tours, but they also work with travelers to add or change existing itineraries or even create one from scratch. This allows travelers to create the perfect trip that fits their travel style, schedule and budget.
Exodus is also dedicated to responsible travel in all of their tours. They strive to improve life for the planet, places and people they visit. Instead of meeting the base guidelines for eco-friendly travel, Exodus seeks more ways to leave a positive impact with their trips. This includes economic empowerment for local communities, reducing waste wherever possible and making lower carbon choices for their adventures.
Each trip is led by a knowledgeable guide who has extensive past experience which adds benefits to any trip. Before working with Exodus, many guides were professional archaeologists, wildlife guides, overland drivers, mountain leaders, diving and ski specialists as well as mountain bike gurus.
Who Will Enjoy Traveling with Exodus?
All ages
Active travelers
Outdoor and nature enthusiasts
Exodus travelers are a diverse bunch, and average between 35-65 years of age. However, any age traveler is welcome. Exodus creates great packages and tours for families as well as fully customized trips created from scratch.
The Exodus traveler is very active, loves being adventurous, and will be less invested in luxury accommodations or a lot of museum time. You are game for anything, love the travel experience of getting to know a new destination through outdoor adventure, and learning about the culture from local guides and experts.
These trips are great for those who already have a base level of physical fitness, and enjoy meeting new physical challenges. Exodus provides physical fitness guides to show how much training you should expect to do prior to departure.
Top Destinations
Exodus leads 600 + trips spanning all seven continents. From African safaris, to walking and wine in Italy and France to the sun-drenched Croatian coast, to trekking Patagonia, wildlife cruises in the Galapagos and cycling in Vietnam, Exodus has built out their global presence and has active adventures in nearly any destination a traveler could desire.
Exodus Travel Style
Exodus tours are designed for the active and adventurous traveler. This means that most tours include activities such as walking, cycling and safaris. However, for travelers who enjoy cultural and culinary, there are tours and activities for you as well. Exodus offers cultural trips based around food, festivals or family to name a few.
These active adventures vary by way of difficulty from level 1-10, attracting casual cyclists and hikers as well as enthusiasts looking to really push their physical limits.
Travelers can choose from guided groups, private groups, self guided tours or solo traveling. Within each travel style, Exodus offers all the same activities from cycling to wildlife and provides the top itineraries for that specific style to help travelers find what’s best for them.
Most accommodations are charming and locally run with 2-3 star ratings. There are some premium departures available as well as unique accommodation experiences whenever possible. Exodus travelers don’t mind the lower level of luxury as the experience and destination is the highest priority.
Why Choose a Tour With Exodus?
If you love experiencing a new destination whether that’s through the culture, unique wildlife or beautiful outdoors through active and adventurous activities, then Exodus is perfect for you. You love that sense of discovery, of challenging yourself and want to travel responsibly.
Exodus offers great tours already fully packaged, but for the traveler that likes more control over their perfect trip, they offer customizable trips. Travelers get to choose not only the destination but each activity they will partake in to perfectly match their travel style and budget.
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Intrepid Travel
#3 Pick of 18 Falkland Islands Tour Companies View Profile
Total Trips 1,001 Trips
Average Price
$ 203 per day
Size Global Operator
Tour Length 21 – 21 days
Trip Prices $ 15,740 – $ 42,880
Service Level Standard
Operator Type
Mixed Land & Cruise
Trips in Falkland Islands
7 Tours in Falkland Islands
Cancelled tour, deception and poor customer service
Booked a 'trip of a lifetime' with Intrepid to NZ, having worked throughout Covid in a public facing role.
The booking was made a year in advance - during which we received information about the trip and Intrepid took our money.
Three weeks before the trip we were informed our trip had been cancelled. The explanation given by Intrepid was the NZ local operator (Haka tours) had failed to include us on their attendance list and the tour was now full. The blame was squarely placed with Haka tours.
We managed, with the assistance of our excellent travel agent, to book a self drive holiday. However the whole experience was extremely stressful.
When we arrived in NZ it soon became known to us that Intrepid actually own Haka tours - so the reason given for cancellation was a deliberate attempt to deceive us. Intrepid have done nothing of any use to assist us and I would strongly advise that you do NOT book with them. They are not to be trusted and clearly do not value their customers.
Intrepid just gets it right every time!
Brilliant local tour leader with lots of knowledge and recommendations, local guides who share their great knowledge and insights when visiting a village/palace/temple/fort/etc, small group tours of often like-minded people so you connect very easily with your fellow travellers, authentic and fun experiences (for example street foodie tour by auto rickshaws or tuk-tuks), all the logistics of travelling is taking care of making it so much easier and efficient compared to when you would had to arrange it yourself.
total confidence
PREMIUM INDIA
great tour leader, excellent hotels and a varied itinerary. This all adds up to a wonderful experience where all we had to doing was sit back and enjoy the trip. Very confident in the planning and organisation...well done again intrepid
Shackleton's Antarctica, South Georgia & Falklands Explorer (Ocean Endeavour)
Trip Style: Small ship cruise
Antarctica, South Georgia & Falklands Odyssey (Ocean Endeavour)
Trip Style: Small ship cruise
Intrepid Travel - Quick Facts
Founded in 1989
No Single Supplement (rare exceptions)
Small Groups: max 16 on most trips (10 max during Covid-19)
Average Age: 48
Travel Style: Cultural immersion, adventure, overland, sustainable, and active
Accommodation Style: Camping, Hostels, 3 /4 star hotels, locally owned
Average Tour Price: $2,377
Top Regions: Asia, Africa, Europe, South America
Other Brands: Peregrine
Commonly compared with G Adventures »
Intrepid Travel is all about ‘real life experiences.’ With a name meaning fearless and adventurous, Intrepid offers nothing less than big travel adventures -- such as an 11-day hike through Papua New Guinea. However, Intrepid is broad-based enough to offer varied experiences such as food tours in Greece, complete with a visit to a Kalamata olive grove.
What Makes Intrepid Travel Stand Out?
Responsible travel
Industry experts
Authentic experiences
Small groups
Intrepid believes that with great travel experiences comes great responsibility. They are focused on responsible tourism which includes not only treading lightly but also making a positive impact on the destinations they send travelers to. As a Certified B Corp since 2018, Intrepid donates to grass root projects around the world, are a carbon-neutral business and are committed to animal welfare.
Travelers can rest assured when they travel with Intrepid because they will be in the hands of industry experts. Intrepid partners with local leaders to be guides for travelers. This gives travelers first hand experiences from someone who knows the area well.
Above all else, Intrepid strives to get its travelers off the beaten path and under the surface of the local culture. To accomplish this, group sizes are small, maximum of 16 on most trips. This allows for more use of local transportation and lodging, along with fostering cultural immersion. Intrepid also employs local English-speaking leaders who act more as a resource for local exploration than do typical ‘guides,’ shepherding groups from one place to another.
Who Will Enjoy Traveling With Intrepid Travel?
All ages
All types of travelers
Cultural enthusiasts
Intrepid is one of the early pioneers of the “adventure”-style guided trip. Despite its informal beginnings and emphasis on younger, highly adventurous travelers, Intrepid has expanded to a global company with a broad range of trips to fit all ages.
Intrepid divides its small-group trips into three separate styles of travel, all priced accordingly. “Basix,” for budget travelers, keep inclusions to a minimum and offer plenty of free time. “Original” journeys offer more included activities and hotels, while “Comfort” trips offer luxury experiences that include the highest level of included activities and standards of accommodation, as well as roomier vehicles. No matter what kind of traveler you are, there is a style right for your specific desires.
The age range on Intrepid tours varies widely from tour to tour, and they are welcoming to all ages. The only exception to this are their 18-29 themed tours which are specifically for that age group.
Intrepid travelers have a real sense of adventure - whether this means hard adventure, or simply going deeper off the beaten path. Interacting with locals is an important factor when you travel, as is gaining a unique cultural perspective. A sense of fun is also essential, whether it means going out at night with your tour mates, trying new foods, or exploring the local markets.
Which is better? Intrepid Travel or G Adventures?
Commonly compared, both G Adventures and Intrepid Travel specialize in culturally immersive and off-the-beaten-path experiences. They are top companies to consider if you enjoy local & authetic travel and value having lots of free time during the itinerary. See our ultimate guide to decide which is right for you: Intrepid vs G Adventures, full comparison »
Top Destinations
Originally focused on small group adventure tours to Asia, Intrepid has expanded rapidly over the years, while maintaining its classic, adventurous, and immersive style. Today Intrepid Travel offers more than 1,000 different experiences in over 100 countries, on all seven continents. Regions with the most trips include Asia, South America, Africa, and Europe.
Does Intrepid Travel include flights?
While all your internal transportation is taken care of, often utilizing traditiona local methods such as tuk-tuks in Thailand, international flights to and from your home and the tour destination are not included. Their travel specialists can recommend where to look for flights however.
Intrepid Travel Style
Intrepid enjoys using local, unique forms of transportation. You might find yourself traveling by felucca in Egypt or in a tuk-tuk on the best Thailand tour of your life.
Accommodations, which could range from guesthouses to home stays, are also locally owned, allowing a more authentic taste of the region while contributing to the local economy.
There are a few broad travel styles to choose from when deciding on an Intrepid tour:
1. Basix - Budget travelers who don’t mind, and in fact prefer, simple accommodations - camping and homestays with basic amenities, and crave a lot of free time for exploring independently will love these tours. Public transportation is used exclusively so pack light! These trips often attract a younger crowd who love the idea of throwing a backpack on, keep plenty of room for the unexpected in their schedule, and allocate their travel funds towards spontaneous bus tickets and street food instead of museum tours and 5 star restaurants.
2. Original - These trips take the backpacker spirit of local immersion, incorporating all the benefits that come with going with a planned itinerary. This style is called “Original” because it’s the type of travel that put Intrepid on the map...pun intended. Accommodations are still simple and budget minded - often homestays are used to give you a true sense of place, personality, and culture. Mostly public transportation is used.
3. Comfort - Intrepid is known for the active adventure style of travel and these trips keep that mentality, with a few more creature comforts thrown into the mix. You can expect higher luxury accommodations that include a wider variety of included amenities, transportation is mostly private, though you can still expect to use some public transport, as is the Intrepid way. More meals are included in the trip price, and more group activities - which means a bit less free time to explore on your own.
Why Choose a Tour With Intrepid Travel?
Intrepid is a good tour company if you don’t mind foregoing some creature comforts for a truly authentic, local experience. If you enjoy meeting locals when traveling, sampling new and exciting foods, and traveling in mixed-aged groups of 10-16 people, Intrepid could be a good fit for you.
It’s important to note, sometimes “ample free time” can be a blessing and a curse. It sounds great on paper, but if you’re looking to maximize your dollar and your vacation time, be sure you understand the implications of having a lot of free time during your itinerary.
For some travelers this is an absolute requirement, but for others it can be tough to branch off and explore independently - you also need to make sure you allocate enough travel money for independent meals.
The tour leaders are great resources of information for how to spend your free time, but if you like having a full day scheduled from breakfast to dinner, Intrepid may not be the best company for you.
Lastly, if sustainable and responsible travel is important to you, Intrepid has poured millions of dollars into local economies, and has a very strong emphasis on responsible travel. So you can feel good knowing that your money helps support some of the innkeepers, vendors, and communities that you’ll meet along the way.
Is Intrepid Travel Safe?
Yes, Intrepid is a very safe company to travel with and they take the safety of their tour goers very seriously.
In response to Covid-19, Intrepid has reduced their group size to an average of 10 people. Their guides have been fully trained on new sanitation requirements and Covid-19 health and safety guidelines.
They have also implemented flexible booking options.
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Peregrine Adventures
#6 Pick of 18 Falkland Islands Tour Companies View Profile
Total Trips 13 Trips
Average Price
$ 396 per day
Size Global Operator
Service Level Standard
Operator Type
Group Tour Operator
Trips in Falkland Islands
21 Tours in Falkland Islands
Expect I'm not the only one
they are 'fair weather friends'
I did not receive so much as an email advising of changes in the cancellation policy, discovered when I contacted them to cancel.
I now receive automated emails/msgs as I attempt to work through this.
The email states I may contact them on 31 July to discuss the matter!....4 months away.
I'm absolutely stunned by how shoddy this outfit is....who knew?!
Out of pocket $4000.
Expect I'm not the only one.
Highly Recommended
Currently experiencing “Cruising the Thai Islands” with Peregrine and I am loving everything! The local knowledge and immersive experiences are second to none and our guides are extraordinary
Highly Recommended
Currently experiencing “Cruising the Thai Islands” with Peregrine and I am loving everything! The local knowledge and immersive experiences are second to none and our guides are extraordinary
With Peregrine Adventures, ‘anywhere is possible.’ Based in Australia, Peregrine has led small-group, ‘soft’ adventure-style trips worldwide for over 30 years. It was one of the first operators to employ local leaders, a practice that is now widespread in guided travel.
What Makes Them Stand Out?
While considering itself an adventure travel company, Peregrine promises to “smooth down the bumps and rough edges.” In short, it’s more about soft adventure with added comforts than roughing it. Group sizes are kept small, with no more than 16 travelers per trip. Its philosophy is that while “seeing the famous sites is a must, it’s those memories of wandering through a little village or sharing dinner with a local family that leave a lasting impression.” The small-group aspect allows for more time to absorb the nature of the places visited, and to make a minimal environmental impact on them as well.
Who Travels With Them?
While Peregrine is a global company, many of its travelers originate from Australia and New Zealand. However, their groups can be geographically diverse, with most travelers 50+ years of age.
Where Do They Operate? Peregrine offers a wide variety of exciting global destinations, with 200 trips across 80 countries -- spanning from Egypt to Turkey to Canada trips! The company is perhaps best known for its Himalayan trekking excursions to far-flung destinations including Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet. It was a pioneer in high-altitude trekking and these trips remain among their most popular today.
How Does it Work?
Most travel is by private, air-conditioned minibus, but you might find yourself on a houseboat in Kerala, India, a tuk-tuk in Sri Lanka, or a mountain lift on the best Switzerland tour you've ever experienced. Lodging and dining is at smaller, locally run hotels and restaurants. You might also dine with locals from time to time, and stay with local families or at campsites as well.
Why Travel With Them?
Peregrine is a good choice if you’re looking for a bit of a softer landing with respect to transportation and accommodations but still crave an authentic, off-the-beaten-path experience. If you’re looking for more individual travel, Peregrine will craft independent journeys, arrange self-guided walking and cycling tours, or arrange private group and tailor-made trips. It’s your choice. Peregrine also helps support various community and conservation projects via its ties with the Intrepid Foundation.
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Quark Expeditions
#8 Pick of 18 Falkland Islands Tour Companies View Profile
Total Trips 14 Trips
Average Price
$ 745 per day
Size Local Specialist
Tour Length 20 – 20 days
Trip Prices $ 13,795 – $ 13,795
Service Level Luxury
Operator Type
Small Ship & Expedition Cruise Line
Trips in Falkland Islands
1 Tours in Falkland Islands
Company is a scam
This company cancelled our trip 3 times due to COVID. The most recent cancellation was less than 10 days notice. When we tried to re-book this time for a later date (our fourth reservation with them), they charged us over $10,000 more for the EXACT same itinerary even after their 100% guarantee says they have a voyage-for-voyage exchange on cancelled trips and we would be able to exchange the trip for the same itinerary. Now they've changed their rules to say they only have 1 date available that's approved for "exchanges." So our original booking, which was the week of Christmas, now has to be some random week when conditions are not as good and we won't even see Antarctica in the season we wanted. For the EXACT same itinerary as we already booked and paid for (and they kept the money for over 2 years for, while continuing to cancel our trips) they want 10k+ more to book. This is a scam and these people have kept our money for going on 3 years now with absolutely no intent to honor their "guarantee." This company has been a nightmare from the beginning and I highly recommend you book with someone else.
Lifetime Experience
It was an epic personal voyage, but also a learning experience and unforgettable journey to meet wonderful people and a great team (both crew and Qaurk team members) who looked fabulously after each and everyone.
Thank you for all
Thomas
Terrible company.
Terrible company. It has taken me 10 months to finally get the refund from the trip me and my wife had booked (Aberdeen to svalbard). Quark refused to refund for the first 7 months saying they didn't cancel the trip (even though it didn’t run and the boat was at anchor in a different country) i was told that the trip has been re scheduled and not cancelled so legally they do not have to refund me. I hope Andrew white the ceo is proud of his decision to steal hard earned money from customers and make them fight for months to get back what is rightfully there's. After 7 months of me constantly badgering the travel agent i booked through and quark directly they agreed to refund my money but it will take them 90 days to process this refund. Its amazing quark can accept payments automatically but needs 90 days to return payments. If you are booking with quark now on there new refund terms be careful of the wording. It says IF THEY CANCEL THE TRIP which quark will not do, they will re schedule it for another date 12 months or more away, ie next years trip which you will then have to pay the price increases to them as well. Avoid at all costs.
Falklands, South Georgia, and Antarctica
Trip Style: Small ship cruise
Founded in 1991, Quark specializes in polar expedition cruises to the Arctic and Antarctica.
What Makes Quark Expeditions Stand Out?
Adventurous and off the beaten path destinations
Knowledgeable and expert guides
Small groups
Strong commitment to sustainable travel
If you'd like to follow in the wake of some of the great Arctic and Antarctic explorers, this company will provide you the opportunity. Passengers often board Zodiacs to get out on the water or make landings in remote locations.
Quark was in fact the first company to lead cruises for tourism through the Northwest Passage; adventure and pushing boundaries is in their blood and their destinations and itineraries reflect this.
Quark has been a leader in expedition-style cruising for nearly a quarter century, specializing in the polar regions. You can travel in an icebreaker -- including one that's nuclear-powered and goes to the North Pole -- or in smaller, more mobile ships, all of which hold fewer than 200 passengers.
Who Will Enjoy Traveling with Quark?
Adventurous travelers
History buffs
Ages 45-65
Wildlife lovers
Photographers
Travelers who choose Quark will be adventurous minded, seeking a cruise not for the luxury aspect but for the types of destinations only accessible by this mode of travel. Be ready for lots of winter weather and challenging but rewarding shore excursions.
Quark cruises are all about functionality first - designed to be able to travel to remote corners of the globe.
This is not to say that the accommodations are bare bones - but travelers who love the mechanics of expedition cruises and are interested in the style of these ships will most enjoy traveling with Quark among other expedition cruising enthusiasts.
Because these ships are quite small, the stateroom space allotted for their limited passenger numbers is spacious and comfortable.
Top Destinations
Quark is known for traversing the polar regions - the rugged Arctic and expansive Antarctic. Their ships are designed specifically to cut through icy waters and navigate remote byways.
Quark Expeditions Travel Style
The Quark cruise style is comfortable but not excessive. Think packing hiking boots and thermal layers instead of a cocktail dress or dinner jacket. Accommodations are comfortable but basic and the style aboard ship is informal.
For Quark the travel experience is about what’s on shore rather than on board - though the on board amenities are certainly not non-existent. Travelers used to luxury cruises may find the Quark on board experience a bit jarring.
Why Choose a Cruise with Quark?
If you are seeking a true adventure on board state of the art vessels designed to visit remote polar destinations than Quark is for you.
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Cosmos
#9 Pick of 18 Falkland Islands Tour Companies View Profile
Total Trips 461 Trips
Average Price
$ 175 per day
Size Global Operator
Service Level Budget
Operator Type
Group Tour Operator
Trips in Falkland Islands
1 Tours in Falkland Islands
Excellent Experience and Excellent Guide
I would highly recommend this company and some trips to Scandinavia and Baltic. The countries are amazing, the service and our guide Ausra Paukste was really the best ever. If you wish to visit this region consider Cosmos company.
Awesome & The Best!
We had a most wonderful trip! Our tour guide & driver were excellent! Our tour guide was very knowledgeable about France, & told us a little history, about every town we visited! Hotels great!
Terrible
Expectations were fairly high and they were still exceeded. We considered this the best trip we have ever taken and my wife and I have zero complaints.
Cosmos promises to “turn your travel dreams into reality” by offering affordable tours in several parts of the world. Part of the Globus group of travel brands, Cosmos has been running escorted tours for five decades since the 1960s. It touts its clout with hotels and other travel providers as a way of keeping down costs, with savings passed on to their customers. Most expenses are included in the tours, though you may be on your own for some meals and optional excursions.
Cosmos started out offering value-priced European coach tours for budget-minded travelers, and now has added North American, South American, and some Middle East and North African destinations as well. Religious-themed tours of southern Europe and Israel as well as holiday season tours are all part of the mix.
The company emphasizes that when you tour Europe, for example, you’ll stay like Europeans do, eat like Europeans do, and “share the European view of Europe.” That generally means comfortable but not luxury hotels, well-chosen neighborhood restaurants, varied means of transportation, and guided sightseeing of all the “must-see” sites, with extended stays in key cities. Cosmos also offers plenty of free time to explore on your own, a way of personalizing your group tour a bit.
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AfricaExperts by Goway
#14 Pick of 18 Falkland Islands Tour Companies View Profile
Total Trips 0 Trip
Size Global Operator
Service Level Standard
Operator Type
Group Tour Operator
Princess Cruises and Tours
#15 Pick of 18 Falkland Islands Tour Companies View Profile
Total Trips 0 Trip
Size Global Operator
Service Level Standard
Operator Type
River Cruise Line
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Such an amazing expedition. Paul Goldstein moves heaven and earth to ensure
that the most is gained from the trip and no time is wasted. We cannot
recommend this experience highly enough, and would do it all again in a
flash.
The sheer majesty of the place and the overwhelming abundance of the
wildlife. Being able to get so close to penguins and seals who have no fear
of humans is a real privilege.
Inspirational and a human Duracell Bunny!
Book well in advance and as soon as possible. You won't be disappointed!
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March 2018
Such an amazing expedition. Paul Goldstein moves heaven and earth to ensure
that the most is gained from the trip and no time is wasted. We cannot
recommend this experience highly enough, and would do it all again in a
flash.
The sheer majesty of the place and the overwhelming abundance of the
wildlife. Being able to get so close to penguins and seals who have no fear
of humans is a real privilege.
Inspirational and a human Duracell Bunny!
Book well in advance and as soon as possible. You won't be disappointed!
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that the most is gained from the trip and no time is wasted. We cannot
recommend this experience highly enough, and would do it all again in a
flash.
The sheer majesty of the place and the overwhelming abundance of the
wildlife. Being able to get so close to penguins and seals who have no fear
of humans is a real privilege.
Inspirational and a human Duracell Bunny!
Book well in advance and as soon as possible. You won't be disappointed!
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This is a once in a lifetime experience that you will want to repeat.
Everyday you launched into zodiacs and approached the shore inspirations
moments started.
Be prepared for a hard time keeping up with his energy and enthusiasm. With
Chris Packham they make a great team.
If you want a nice cosy cruise this is not for you!
Needs a warming notice. Ice and cold can get under your skin. You will want
to return.
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Anonymous
March 2018
This is a once in a lifetime experience that you will want to repeat.
Everyday you launched into zodiacs and approached the shore inspirations
moments started.
Be prepared for a hard time keeping up with his energy and enthusiasm. With
Chris Packham they make a great team.
If you want a nice cosy cruise this is not for you!
Needs a warming notice. Ice and cold can get under your skin. You will want
to return.
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Everyday you launched into zodiacs and approached the shore inspirations
moments started.
Be prepared for a hard time keeping up with his energy and enthusiasm. With
Chris Packham they make a great team.
If you want a nice cosy cruise this is not for you!
Needs a warming notice. Ice and cold can get under your skin. You will want
to return.
18 day trip with Quark Expeditions on the Ocean Diamond from Uschuaia to the
Falklands, South Georgia and the Antarctic Peninsula with landings by Zodiac
in remote bays where we experienced close encounters with the wildlife,
especially penguins and seals and whales swimming alongside the boats. The
scenery was stunning especially sailing close to the icebergs. We were
superbly looked after on the ship and the cabins and public areas were warm
and welcoming and the staff couldn't have been more helpful. The food was
excellent and plentiful and they catered well for my gluten free requirements
as I am Coeliac. The expedition staff were knowledgeable as we had experts on
penguins, ornithology, geology, whales, history, microbiology and
photography. Praise goes to the captain as a mega storm was forecast as we
were in the Falklands and we had to alter the itinerary to avoid it and
though we hit some rough seas we missed the hurricane in the Falklands where
the next 3 ships after us were stuck in the harbour there for 3 days. Ecology
was a big concern and we had to have our clothing, rucksacks examined before
each trip ashore to check there were no seeds and have them vacuumed, and
boots and trousers were hosed down after each trip ashore then we walked
through disinfectant.
There were so many, landing on a beach to be welcomed by King Penguins and 55
thousand more up the hillside as far as you could see and then they approach
you without fear, Minke whales coming under and beside the Zodiacs, Humbacks
spouting and fluking and the glorious colours and shapes of the icebergs.
Excellent, very knowledgeable and concerned for our health safety at all
times, though it was mostly a combined effort of the expedition team working
together.
Do take some sea sickness pills, though the doctor on board always came to
the public areas and gave them out if anyone wanted them and I was not aware
of anyone suffering with sea sickness as a result. The cabins were rather
creaky and noisy at times, so light sleepers might consider ear plugs.
A fantastic trip, expensive, but worth every penny and everyone we spoke to
was full of praise for all aspects of the trip.
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March 2018
18 day trip with Quark Expeditions on the Ocean Diamond from Uschuaia to the
Falklands, South Georgia and the Antarctic Peninsula with landings by Zodiac
in remote bays where we experienced close encounters with the wildlife,
especially penguins and seals and whales swimming alongside the boats. The
scenery was stunning especially sailing close to the icebergs. We were
superbly looked after on the ship and the cabins and public areas were warm
and welcoming and the staff couldn't have been more helpful. The food was
excellent and plentiful and they catered well for my gluten free requirements
as I am Coeliac. The expedition staff were knowledgeable as we had experts on
penguins, ornithology, geology, whales, history, microbiology and
photography. Praise goes to the captain as a mega storm was forecast as we
were in the Falklands and we had to alter the itinerary to avoid it and
though we hit some rough seas we missed the hurricane in the Falklands where
the next 3 ships after us were stuck in the harbour there for 3 days. Ecology
was a big concern and we had to have our clothing, rucksacks examined before
each trip ashore to check there were no seeds and have them vacuumed, and
boots and trousers were hosed down after each trip ashore then we walked
through disinfectant.
There were so many, landing on a beach to be welcomed by King Penguins and 55
thousand more up the hillside as far as you could see and then they approach
you without fear, Minke whales coming under and beside the Zodiacs, Humbacks
spouting and fluking and the glorious colours and shapes of the icebergs.
Excellent, very knowledgeable and concerned for our health safety at all
times, though it was mostly a combined effort of the expedition team working
together.
Do take some sea sickness pills, though the doctor on board always came to
the public areas and gave them out if anyone wanted them and I was not aware
of anyone suffering with sea sickness as a result. The cabins were rather
creaky and noisy at times, so light sleepers might consider ear plugs.
A fantastic trip, expensive, but worth every penny and everyone we spoke to
was full of praise for all aspects of the trip.
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Falklands, South Georgia and the Antarctic Peninsula with landings by Zodiac
in remote bays where we experienced close encounters with the wildlife,
especially penguins and seals and whales swimming alongside the boats. The
scenery was stunning especially sailing close to the icebergs. We were
superbly looked after on the ship and the cabins and public areas were warm
and welcoming and the staff couldn't have been more helpful. The food was
excellent and plentiful and they catered well for my gluten free requirements
as I am Coeliac. The expedition staff were knowledgeable as we had experts on
penguins, ornithology, geology, whales, history, microbiology and
photography. Praise goes to the captain as a mega storm was forecast as we
were in the Falklands and we had to alter the itinerary to avoid it and
though we hit some rough seas we missed the hurricane in the Falklands where
the next 3 ships after us were stuck in the harbour there for 3 days. Ecology
was a big concern and we had to have our clothing, rucksacks examined before
each trip ashore to check there were no seeds and have them vacuumed, and
boots and trousers were hosed down after each trip ashore then we walked
through disinfectant.
There were so many, landing on a beach to be welcomed by King Penguins and 55
thousand more up the hillside as far as you could see and then they approach
you without fear, Minke whales coming under and beside the Zodiacs, Humbacks
spouting and fluking and the glorious colours and shapes of the icebergs.
Excellent, very knowledgeable and concerned for our health safety at all
times, though it was mostly a combined effort of the expedition team working
together.
Do take some sea sickness pills, though the doctor on board always came to
the public areas and gave them out if anyone wanted them and I was not aware
of anyone suffering with sea sickness as a result. The cabins were rather
creaky and noisy at times, so light sleepers might consider ear plugs.
A fantastic trip, expensive, but worth every penny and everyone we spoke to
was full of praise for all aspects of the trip.
It was the most wonderful experience and I wouldn't have missed it for the
world. Sheer excitement.
There was more than one inspirational moment and I couldn't choose between
standing amongst thousands and thousands of penguins and/or seals, or the
sheer beauty of the Antarctica's ice bergs floating by.
The expedition leader of this cruise - as well as his crew - was absolutely
fantastic, knowledgeable, helpful, and I couldn't imagine having a better
leader.
Just relax and enjoy and see a part of the world you have never seen before.
It was the most unique experience of all my travels. Simply unforgettable
and worth every single penny. A trip of a lifetime.
Details
Value5.0
Guide5.0
Activities5.0
Lodging5.0
Transportation5.0
Meals5.0
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Anonymous
July 2017
It was the most wonderful experience and I wouldn't have missed it for the
world. Sheer excitement.
There was more than one inspirational moment and I couldn't choose between
standing amongst thousands and thousands of penguins and/or seals, or the
sheer beauty of the Antarctica's ice bergs floating by.
The expedition leader of this cruise - as well as his crew - was absolutely
fantastic, knowledgeable, helpful, and I couldn't imagine having a better
leader.
Just relax and enjoy and see a part of the world you have never seen before.
It was the most unique experience of all my travels. Simply unforgettable
and worth every single penny. A trip of a lifetime.
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world. Sheer excitement.
There was more than one inspirational moment and I couldn't choose between
standing amongst thousands and thousands of penguins and/or seals, or the
sheer beauty of the Antarctica's ice bergs floating by.
The expedition leader of this cruise - as well as his crew - was absolutely
fantastic, knowledgeable, helpful, and I couldn't imagine having a better
leader.
Just relax and enjoy and see a part of the world you have never seen before.
It was the most unique experience of all my travels. Simply unforgettable
and worth every single penny. A trip of a lifetime.
Holiday of a lifetime, which will never be forgotten. Had an absolutely
amazing time from start to finish. This holiday was beyond our expectations!
King Penguins and their chicks, so funny! Gentoo chicks laying on my
lapUp close and personal (about 8-10 feet away) from humpback whale swimming
towards us - Awesome !Abundant wildlife behaviour to watch and
photographFantastic scenery, weather and itineraryAmazing icebergsWatching
Adelie penguins stealing stones from other nests, and looking so innocent
when caught, just like on 'Frozen Planet' hilarious!Educational
presentations by the Quark staff were so informative and very
helpful, learnt so much.
Shane was brilliant and did everything he could to get us ashore, and
succeeded as we managed 21 landings and zodiac cruises. At the
briefings he was inspirational in telling us to "put down our cameras
and feel our surroundings, watch the animals, take photos with your
mind", he was so right! Shane even surprised us with a cruise
round Cape Horn (which was unexpected).
If you thought you might like to do this trip, dont think anymore, DO IT! You
will have a life changing experience. Wildlife in abundance, be on the
first zodiac out and the last one back! Don't be tempted to have
your eyes permanently stuck to the camera lens - just sit and watch it all
happen around you ! Take a tri-stool like we did and just sit
and take it all in.
The remainder of the expedition staff were amazing; Jamie, Tony, Mikolaj and
Damien were so informative, their knowledge was immense and nothing was too
much trouble for them. Angela (our shop assistant and newly qualified zodiac
driver) was great, she was our driver around icebergs and she couldn't do
enough to make our experience as enjoyable as possible; her patience,
kindness and consideration were immense. Krystle was great with her
photographic tips and Val and Solan brilliant for the kayakers. Dave and
Karin were brilliant drivers and full of fun. Last but not least, Duncan who
did so much behind the scenes and whose organisational skills
were greatly appreciated.The crew onboard the ship
were professional, friendly and helpful. If we did have a
complaint, then it would be that the food was good, but could have
been a bit warmer.
Details
Value5.0
Guide5.0
Activities5.0
Lodging5.0
Transportation5.0
Meals5.0
A
Anonymous
July 2017
Holiday of a lifetime, which will never be forgotten. Had an absolutely
amazing time from start to finish. This holiday was beyond our expectations!
King Penguins and their chicks, so funny! Gentoo chicks laying on my
lapUp close and personal (about 8-10 feet away) from humpback whale swimming
towards us - Awesome !Abundant wildlife behaviour to watch and
photographFantastic scenery, weather and itineraryAmazing icebergsWatching
Adelie penguins stealing stones from other nests, and looking so innocent
when caught, just like on 'Frozen Planet' hilarious!Educational
presentations by the Quark staff were so informative and very
helpful, learnt so much.
Shane was brilliant and did everything he could to get us ashore, and
succeeded as we managed 21 landings and zodiac cruises. At the
briefings he was inspirational in telling us to "put down our cameras
and feel our surroundings, watch the animals, take photos with your
mind", he was so right! Shane even surprised us with a cruise
round Cape Horn (which was unexpected).
If you thought you might like to do this trip, dont think anymore, DO IT! You
will have a life changing experience. Wildlife in abundance, be on the
first zodiac out and the last one back! Don't be tempted to have
your eyes permanently stuck to the camera lens - just sit and watch it all
happen around you ! Take a tri-stool like we did and just sit
and take it all in.
The remainder of the expedition staff were amazing; Jamie, Tony, Mikolaj and
Damien were so informative, their knowledge was immense and nothing was too
much trouble for them. Angela (our shop assistant and newly qualified zodiac
driver) was great, she was our driver around icebergs and she couldn't do
enough to make our experience as enjoyable as possible; her patience,
kindness and consideration were immense. Krystle was great with her
photographic tips and Val and Solan brilliant for the kayakers. Dave and
Karin were brilliant drivers and full of fun. Last but not least, Duncan who
did so much behind the scenes and whose organisational skills
were greatly appreciated.The crew onboard the ship
were professional, friendly and helpful. If we did have a
complaint, then it would be that the food was good, but could have
been a bit warmer.
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amazing time from start to finish. This holiday was beyond our expectations!
King Penguins and their chicks, so funny! Gentoo chicks laying on my
lapUp close and personal (about 8-10 feet away) from humpback whale swimming
towards us - Awesome !Abundant wildlife behaviour to watch and
photographFantastic scenery, weather and itineraryAmazing icebergsWatching
Adelie penguins stealing stones from other nests, and looking so innocent
when caught, just like on 'Frozen Planet' hilarious!Educational
presentations by the Quark staff were so informative and very
helpful, learnt so much.
Shane was brilliant and did everything he could to get us ashore, and
succeeded as we managed 21 landings and zodiac cruises. At the
briefings he was inspirational in telling us to "put down our cameras
and feel our surroundings, watch the animals, take photos with your
mind", he was so right! Shane even surprised us with a cruise
round Cape Horn (which was unexpected).
If you thought you might like to do this trip, dont think anymore, DO IT! You
will have a life changing experience. Wildlife in abundance, be on the
first zodiac out and the last one back! Don't be tempted to have
your eyes permanently stuck to the camera lens - just sit and watch it all
happen around you ! Take a tri-stool like we did and just sit
and take it all in.
The remainder of the expedition staff were amazing; Jamie, Tony, Mikolaj and
Damien were so informative, their knowledge was immense and nothing was too
much trouble for them. Angela (our shop assistant and newly qualified zodiac
driver) was great, she was our driver around icebergs and she couldn't do
enough to make our experience as enjoyable as possible; her patience,
kindness and consideration were immense. Krystle was great with her
photographic tips and Val and Solan brilliant for the kayakers. Dave and
Karin were brilliant drivers and full of fun. Last but not least, Duncan who
did so much behind the scenes and whose organisational skills
were greatly appreciated.The crew onboard the ship
were professional, friendly and helpful. If we did have a
complaint, then it would be that the food was good, but could have
been a bit warmer.
Fantastic - great photographic trip. A lot of days at
sea though - so an interest in sea-birds useful! South Georgia should
be a must for anyone who enjoys photographing wildlife, so the time toget
there is well worthwhile.
Gold Harbour on a sunny day with blue skies and mating elephant seals all
over the place; and Shackleton's grave
Excellent - the best we've had on 4 antarctic trips
Be on the first zodiac going to land, and one the last one back!
And take lots of sea-sickness tablets
I know it's a Quark trip - but an extra day or 2 in the Falklands would
be great
Details
Value4.0
Guide4.0
Activities4.0
Lodging4.0
Transportation4.0
Meals4.0
A
Anonymous
July 2017
Fantastic - great photographic trip. A lot of days at
sea though - so an interest in sea-birds useful! South Georgia should
be a must for anyone who enjoys photographing wildlife, so the time toget
there is well worthwhile.
Gold Harbour on a sunny day with blue skies and mating elephant seals all
over the place; and Shackleton's grave
Excellent - the best we've had on 4 antarctic trips
Be on the first zodiac going to land, and one the last one back!
And take lots of sea-sickness tablets
I know it's a Quark trip - but an extra day or 2 in the Falklands would
be great
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sea though - so an interest in sea-birds useful! South Georgia should
be a must for anyone who enjoys photographing wildlife, so the time toget
there is well worthwhile.
Gold Harbour on a sunny day with blue skies and mating elephant seals all
over the place; and Shackleton's grave
Excellent - the best we've had on 4 antarctic trips
Be on the first zodiac going to land, and one the last one back!
And take lots of sea-sickness tablets
I know it's a Quark trip - but an extra day or 2 in the Falklands would
be great
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