Crossing the Circle via Falklands & South Georgia (Sea Adventurer)

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Small Ship Cruise
Become well acquainted with Antarctica's icy wilderness on this crossing of the Antarctic Circle that stops by the Falklands and South Georgia. Cruise across oceans bubbling with sealife, step foot on islands that few people get to walk on and witness massive glaciers and sparkling ice sheets glistening in the ocean. Learn about the local fauna from experts d...

Overview

Trip type
Small Ship Cruise
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Witness seals basking on Antarctic shores
    • Spy albatross, penguins and sea lions in the spectacularly rugged Beagle Channel
    • Pay respects at the grave of Sir Ernest Shackleton
    • Set foot on the Antarctic Peninsula
    • Stand at the ‘end of the world’ in Patagonia’s Ushuaia
    • Travel across the biologically rich Antarctic Convergence
    • Visit the Falkland Islands and absorb the frontier atmosphere

What's this trip about?

    Become well acquainted with Antarctica's icy wilderness on this crossing of the Antarctic Circle that stops by the Falklands and South Georgia. Cruise across oceans bubbling with sealife, step foot on islands that few people get to walk on and witness massive glaciers and sparkling ice sheets glistening in the ocean. Learn about the local fauna from experts during onboard presentations, grasp the sheer magnitude of Shackleton's survival in South Georgia and wander among thousands of penguins in the Falklands. At 23 days in length, this crossing of the Antarctic Circle will endow a deep appreciation of this astounding region.

Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 18 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityUshuaia
End CityUshuaia

Travel Themes

  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Small Ship Cruise

Destinations

  • South America
  • Argentina
  • Antarctica

Activities

  • Sailing
  • Wildlife viewing

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Itinerary

Travel Map
Day 1 Ushuaia
Get ready for an icy adventure of a lifetime in this sleepy southern town.

Day 2 Ushuaia
Board the ship that will be home for the next 20-odd days and set sail along the wildlife-rich Beagle Channel.

Day 3 At Sea
Take advantage of the wealth of knowledge that lives on the ship, be it in books in the cosy library or through the series of presentations given by the expedition team.

Day 4-5 Falkland Islands
Jump on a Zodiac for the first time and explore the rugged islands of the Falklands. Spend some time at Port Stanley and meet the island’s cute penguins and unique bird species.

Day 6-7 At Sea
Relax on board while crossing the Antarctic Convergence and enter Antarctica’s official waters.

Day 8-11 South Georgia
Witness masses of seals barking and penguins squawking, explore the remnants of old whaling stations and pay homage to the great Sir Ernest Shackleton.

Day 12-13 At Sea
Learn more about the fascinating world of the Antarctic from onboard experts.

Day 14-16 Antarctic Peninsula
From glacier hikes and wildlife spotting to visiting research bases, spend time exploring the Antarctic Peninsula from a Zodiac. All landings and activities are weather-dependent, so each day will be a surprise.

Day 17-18 Antarctic Circle
Keep an eye out for Weddell seals and marvel at spectacular ice formations while celebrating the crossing of the Antarctic Circle.

Day 19-20 Antarctic Peninsula
While journeying north, take more Zodiac rides to visit Antarctica’s astonishing wildlife.

Day 21-22 Drake Passage
There’s the possibility of choppy seas on the cruise through the Drake Passage – famed for its rough ride and abundance of birdlife.

Day 23 Ushuaia
Arrive back in Ushuaia and finish this epic trip after your last breakfast on board.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $17,995
Price per day$782
Last Updated: 2/12/2023

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Meals Included
Meals 22 Breakfasts, 20 Lunches, 21 Dinners
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Additional Information
Style descriptions ‘Comfort travel’ means encountering all that the real world has to offer, but with an added degree of, well… comfort. We use more private transport, the travel pace more relaxed, the accommodation a touch nicer. And by paying a little more up front, you’ll be treated to more included meals, more leader-led activities and get a greater immersion in all things local. Finish point Ushuaia Ushuaia ARGENTINA
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