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Antarctica!
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2013/14 Itinerary
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Antarctic
Peninsula, Falklands, South Georgia cruises
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Peninsula Cruise
10 days from $4,595 |
Weddell
Sea and Antarctic Peninsula Remote region
kayaking option |
Air-Cruise
Fly over
the Drake Passage then join your ship in Antarctica.
Fly both ways or fly one - sail one options |
Antarctica, South
Georgia and the Falkland Islands
22 days from $15,980 |
Antarctic
Peninsula Fly / sail
10 days, active adventure,
camping, kayaking |
Antarctica
Cruise 14 days, Luxury Accommodation
kayaking |
Antarctica
Cruise - The Peninsula Active
Adventure - kayaking, camping |
Classic Antarctica
Fly cruise with Antarctic
Circle crossing 9 days from $12,695 |
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Antarctic
Peninsula Luxury Ship 13 days from
£13,750
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Across the Circle
Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctic Circle, Historic Areas -
kayaking, camping 14 days
from $5,499 |
Antarctic Peninsula Antarctic Peninsula,
Penguins, Seals, Whales, Historic sites 10 days from
$7,876 |
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Cruises in Eastern
Antarctica - Ross Sea Region
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Ross Sea in the Wake of Scott and Shackleton Ross
Ice Shelf, McMurdo Sound 29 days from $18,700 |
Antarctica
Peninsula to the Ross Sea Wildlife
and History rarely travelled itinerary 31 days
from $24,163 |
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Trip Highlights: Luxury expedition ship with 5-star service,
fantastic cuisine, and experienced naturalist guides. Most cabins have a
veranda. A truly beautiful ship!
Rates:
$10,550 - $28,550 : 12/13/13, 12/12/13
$9,750 - $26,650 : 1/21/14 - 2/20/14
$10,150 - $27,550 : 2/12/14 - 12/12/14
Above rates are per person and do NOT include round-trip charter flight (Buenos
Aires/Ushuaia) and transfers in Ushuaia ($950 per person
(12/2/13 - 12/12/13); $1,140 per person (1/21/14 - 12/12/2014)
Single Supplement: Varies
with category and departure date. Triple Occupancy: Available
in some cabin categories, rates vary with category and departure date.
Ship - Silver Explorer -
Luxury Expedition Ship
Passengers: 132
Introduction
Experience the wonders of the Antarctic while taking full advantage of
the luxurious all-inclusive lifestyle afforded by the world’s best and most
uncompromising service including the most spacious suites and comfortable
common areas of any expedition ship. A frosted wilderness of glistening
white as far as the eye can see. Natural ice sculptures like enormous works
of avant-garde art. This is the modern explorer’s final frontier. Hear the
cries of penguins multiplied by the thousands, watch leopard seals and sea
lions perfectly at ease in the company of visitors, feel the unspeakable
magnificence of a whale breaching from beneath cold ocean waters. Astounding
animal encounters - opportunities found nowhere else on earth.
Charter flight schedules vary with departure; see
end of page for details.
Itinerary
Day 1: Buenos Aires / Ushuaia / Embarkation This morning in
Buenos Aires, transfer independently from your hotel to the airport for
your charter flight to Ushuaia (flight included in rate). Tierra del Fuego
might well be considered the “Land at the End of the World” but, for today,
it is only the beginning. A spectacular jumping off point and return port
for your Antarctic expedition. Upon arrival in Ushuaia, you are met and
transferred to the Prince Albert II for embarkation. This evening, meet
your Expedition Leaders.
Days 2-3: Drake Passage The Drake Passage has a notorious reputation
for its turbulent seas due to the Antarctic Convergence, a natural boundary
where cold polar water flows northward and warmer equatorial water moves
southward. When they meet, nutrients are pushed to the surface, often attracting
a multitude of seabirds and whales. Spend some time on deck watching the
horizon and the variety of seabirds that glide in the air currents of our
ship’s wake such as the black-browed albatross, sooty shearwaters and white-chinned
petrels. Have your cameras ready to capture the magical colour of a midnight
sunset.
As you set sail on your initial transit, familiarize yourself
with the elegant Prince Albert II and the welcoming Expedition Team members.
Attend wildlife, geography and historical discussions hosted by our expert
naturalists and guest lecturers that will prepare you for the exciting adventures
that lie ahead. When available, visit the Bridge to learn about the instruments
and techniques of Antarctic navigation.
Days 4-8: Antarctic Peninsula Past the furthest reaches of Tierra
del Fuego and beyond your wildest imagination lies the last great frontier
– Antarctica’s vast white wilderness. Landscapes formed by the harshest
wrath of mother nature, yet blessed by an isolated independence and tranquility
await. A place where remarkable natural beauty and wildlife species exist
and, in fact thrive despite the harsh climate. Witness the dramatic splendor
of spectacular iceberg sculptures, marvel at calving glaciers and experience
up-close encounters with marine mammals. Watch for seals sunbathing on slow-moving
ice floes and for Humpback, Minke, and Orca whales breaching from below
the frigid waters. Each day you will have the opportunity to partake in
at least two Zodiac departures, and, if conditions permit, will visit a
variety of penguin rookeries and scientific research stations. Perhaps a
Zodiac cruise amidst colorful icebergs or a special excursion with your
expert guest naturalist will be the highlight of your day’s agenda.
Days 9-10: Drake Passage Return Navigating your return through the
Drake Passage, you will watch for seabirds and wildlife you may have missed
on the first trip. Take this opportunity to attend additional presentations
offered by the onboard lecturers and to swap photos with newfound friends
as you journey towards Ushuaia.
Day 11: Ushuaia, Argentina After breakfast, disembark the Prince Albert
II and transfer to Ushuaia International Airport for your return flight
to Buenos Aires.
Notes:
Included: All ocean-view suite
accommodation; complimentary beverages served throughout the ship (a
premium assortment of complimentary wines, champagne and spirits are
stocked in one of the finest cellars at sea; in-suite beverage cabinet
stocked with your preferred assortment of complimentary beverages; all
onboard gratuities; no assigned dining time, no assigned table;
complimentary in-suite dining and 24-hour room service; a full spectrum
of entertainment and onboard enrichment from renowned authors to
destination specialists; expedition parka and backpack; complimentary
rubber boots on board; port charges and handling fees.
Not Included:
International airfare; charter flight, Buenos Aires-Ushuaia &
Ushuaia-Buenos Aires, transfers in Ushuaia between airport/pier on day
of embark/disembark [$950 per person (12/2/2013-12/12/2013); $1,140 per
person (1/21/2014 - 12/12/2014)]; government fees and taxes; passport
expenses; items of a personal nature; fuel surcharge may apply.
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Antarctic Peninsula Region Cruises - (sample cruises) |
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Trip |
Departure Dates |
Highlights |
Ship / Pax |
Options* |
Prices** |
Days |
Departure port |
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Antarctica
Cruise - The Peninsula |
11/15/13 |
South Shetland Islands, Antarctic Peninsula, Lemaire Channel, Paradise
Bay, Port Lockroy |
Expedition Ship Sea Adventurer - 122
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$4,595 -
$8,995 |
10 |
Ushuaia, Argentina |
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Classic Antarctica
Air-Cruise |
12/02/13, 12/07/13, 12/12/13, 12/17/13, 12/22/13, 12/27/13,
01/17/14, 01/22/14, 02/01/14, 02/06/14, 02/11/14 |
Fly over the Drake Passage both ways, Antarctic Peninsula,
South Shetland Islands |
Expedition Ship
Ocean Nova - 68 |
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$9,700 -
$17,995 |
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Punta Arenas - Airport |
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Antarctic Peninsula
Air-Cruise |
11/30/12, 12/11/12 |
Sail south, fly back, South Shetland Islands, Abundant Wildlife, Lemaire Channel |
Research Vessel Polar Pioneer - 54
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kayaking
camping |
$6,700 -
$11,800 |
10 |
Ushuaia, Argentina
return, Punta Arenas Chile |
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Antarctica
Cruise - The Peninsula - Luxury expedition ship with 5-star service. |
12/22/13 |
Antarctica Cruise - Falkland Islands, The Peninsula |
Luxury Expedition Ship Silver Explorer - 132
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$13,750 -
$37,450 |
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Ushuaia, Argentina |
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Antarctica
Cruise - The Peninsula (Active Adventure) |
12/10/13, 01/27/14, 02/24/14, 03/06/14, 03/16/13 |
South Shetlands, Antarctic Peninsula, Penguin Rookeries, Lemaire Channel |
Research Vessel Akademik Sergey Vavilov - 92
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kayaking, camping |
$5,990 -
$12,190 |
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Ushuaia, Argentina |
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Antarctica Cruise - Crossing the Circle |
2/16/14 |
Antarctic Peninsula, Sail far South to land on Antarctica inside the
circle, visit penguins, icebergs on a luxury ship |
Luxury Expedition Ship Sea Spirit - 112
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kayaking, camping |
$11,395 -
$24,995 |
15 |
Ushuaia, Argentina |
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Antarctica Cruise -
Weddell Sea Adventure |
11/22/13, 1/4/14, 1/13/14, 2/15/14 |
Antarctic Peninsula, Penguins, Seals, Whales,
Historic sites |
Scenic Exploration Ship
Fram- 240 |
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$7,876 -
$13,128 |
10 |
Ushuaia, Argentina |
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Trip |
Departure Dates |
Highlights |
Ship / Pax |
Options* |
Prices** |
Days |
Departure port |
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Antarctica
Cruise - Weddell Sea & Peninsula |
2/28/14 |
Remote Stunning Area, West and East of the Antarctic Peninsula, Seals
and Penguins |
Research Vessel Polar Pioneer - 56
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kayaking
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$8,200 -
$13,200 |
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Ushuaia, Argentina |
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Antarctic
Peninsula with Circle Crossing |
1/1/14, 2/16/14 |
Fly over the Drake Passage both ways,
Antarctic Peninsula, South Shetland Islands |
Expedition Ship Ocean Nova - 68
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$12,695 -
$19,795 |
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Ushuaia, Argentina |
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Antarctica
Cruise - Across the Circle Antarctic |
12/20/13, 2/25/14, 3/9/14 |
Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctic Circle, Historic Areas |
Expedition Ship Expedition -
68
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kayaking
camping |
$5,499 -
$12,999 |
14 |
Ushuaia, Argentina |
Antarctica
- Cruise - The Peninsula Luxury expedition ship |
11/27/13, 12/07/13, 12/17/13, 12/27/13, 01/6/14, 01/16/14, 01/26/14,
02/05/14 |
South Shetland, Paradise Bay, Lemaire Channel |
Luxury Expedition Ship National Geographic Explorer-
148
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$11,990 -
$22,870 |
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Buenos Aires / Ushuaia, Argentina |
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Antarctica
Cruise - The Peninsula Luxury Expedition Ship |
12/2/13, 12/12/12, 1/21/14, 1/31/14, 2/10/14, 2/20/14, 12/2/14,
12/12/14 |
Antarctic Peninsula, Penguin Rookeries, Lemaire Channel |
Luxury Expedition Ship Silver Explorer -
132
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$9,750 -
$28,550 |
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Buenos Aires / Ushuaia, Argentina |
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Antarctica
Cruise - The Peninsula with Circle Crossing |
2/10/14, 2/19/14
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Sail south, fly back, South Shetlands, Antarctic Peninsula, Lemaire Channel,
Spectacular Glaciers |
Research Vessel Polar Pioneer - 54
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kayaking |
$7,200 -
$12,200 |
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Ushuaia, Argentina |
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Cruises Visiting South Georgia- (sample cruises)
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Trip |
Departure Dates |
Highlights
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Ship / Pax
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Options* |
Prices** |
Days |
Departure port |
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Antarctica,
Falklands, & South Georgia |
11/20/13, 1/31/14 |
Vast Colonies of King Penguins, Breathtaking Scenery, Historic sites,
South Shetlands, Antarctic Peninsula |
Research Ship
Akademik Ioffe - 96 |
kayaking |
$11,190 -
$21,190 |
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Ushuaia, Argentina |
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South Georgia,
Antarctica &
the Falklands |
2/2/13
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Vast Colonies of King Penguins, Breathtaking Scenery, Historic sites
- kayaking option |
Expedition Ship Sea Adventurer - 122
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kayaking
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$13,495 -
$25,595
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Buenos Aires / Ushuaia, Argentina
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South Georgia,
Antarctica &
The Falklands |
10/19/13 |
Vast Colonies of King Penguins, Breathtaking Scenery, Historic sites |
Research Ship
Ushuaia - 84 |
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$8,500 -
$13,710 |
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Fly to Stanley in the Falkland Islands from Santiago, disembark in Ushuaia, Argentina |
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Notes
* options
may be at additional cost and are usually booked when the cruise
is booked - it may be too late once the cruise has started.
** prices are based per person, the
lowest price is usually for triple occupancy in a basic cabin, the
highest for double occupancy in the best available suite.
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