Antarctic Peninsula
When the mountains reach the sea along the Antarctic Peninsula they discharge huge glaciers into the narrow fjords and sheltered bays. This hauntingly beautiful part of the Antarctic provides a haven for the greatest concentration of wildlife on the continent. We have scheduled five days to explore the deep bays and fjords of the western Antarctic Peninsula. With regular landings using our zodiacs, we walk among the multitude of penguin rookeries and seal colonies in the vicinity of Deception Island, Gerlache Strait, Paradise Bay and the Lemaire Channel. There are also ample opportunities to identify the sheer variety of sea birds and sight Humpback and Minke Whales as they surface close to our boat. Our time on shore will also include visits to scientific stations and historic sites, as well as an option for the adventurous to camp out for the night on the ice.
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Price Includes |
(SL-5060-P) |
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Accomodation |
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All meals while on board |
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Specialist expedition staff |
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All activites while on cruise including zodiac cruises, lectures, videos, slide and film shows and guide services |
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Use of all ship facilities and public areas |
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Medical services |
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Price Excludes |
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Air transport and airport transfers before and after the cruise, Passport and vaccination charges and airport departure taxes, Laundry, postage, personal clothing, medical expenses, travel insurance and items of a personal nature such as bar charges, wine and phone calls. Customary end of voyage tips. |
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Suitability / Level |
No Experience Required |
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Theme |
Small Group Travel
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Itinerary
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Day 1 Join Ushuaia, commence voyage
Day 2 Cross Drake Passage
Day 3 Approach South Shetland Islands
Day4/8 Explore western side of Antarctic Peninsula following a flexible itinerary to include some of the following: Livingston Island, Half Moon Island, Deception Island (volcanic crater), Paradise Bay, Lemaire Channel (gigantic icebergs and huge cliffs) together with a host of other islands and scientific bases
Day 9/10 Recross Drake Passage to Beagle Channel
Day 11 Arrive Ushuaia, trip concludes |
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Accommodation
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Comfortable cabin accommodation on cruise. There is a resident medical officer and infirmary on board. |
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