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Antarctica Explorer Cruise Cabin C

Antarctica - all aboard, the MV USHUAIA, a comfortable and well appointed Antarctic ice-strengthened polar vessel. We will sail to Antarctica and the Islands of the Southern Seas, passing gigantic icebergs, magnificent glaciers and along the way view amazing wildlife. This affordable Antarctic Cruise will take your breath away as you explore one of the coldest, windiest and remote parts of the world in the comfort of this amazing ship. The cruise departs Ushuaia and sails across the Drake Passage towards the Shetland Islands exploring King George Island, Livingstone Island and Deception Island along the passage. (You will make one or two Zodiac landings a day). You’re Antarctic Cruise of a lifetime ventures through the Gerlache Strait where you may see whales swimming alongside your ship. (Landings along the Antarctic Peninsula will be made at designated sites.) Leave the Antarctic ice behind you return to Ushuaia, Argentina, sailing via the Beagle Channel and Mackinley Pass bringing this eleven day Antarctica tour to the End of the World to its final destination.

Day 1: Depart from Ushuaia in the afternoon and meet your expedition and lecture staff. Beagle Channel and Mackinlay Pass.

Day 2 & 3: Crossing the Drake Passage, the Drake Passage also marks the Antarctic Convergence a great upwelling of nutrients, which sustains the biodiversity of this region. Watch for whales, and enjoy the view. South Shetland Islands.

Day 4 to 8: Exploring South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula Vast penguin rookeries, beaches ruled by Antarctic fur seals and southern elephant seals. The Antarctic Peninsula’s remarkable history will provide you with a type of excitement often only associated with the early explorers. We plan to make at least two landings per day. Possible landing sites may include: Paradise Bay, the Antarctic Sound, Paulet Island, Melchior Island, Cuverville Island, Portal Point, Neko Harbour, Pléneau Island and if ice conditions permit, to Petermann Island.

Day 9 & 10: At Sea crossing the Drake Passage, northbound We leave Antarctica and make our way back to Ushuaia.

Day 11: Arrival Ushuaia early morning and disembark the USHUAIA after breakfast.

Please note: The above Antarctica itinerary is a guide only. Our exact route and program will vary to take best advantage of local weather and ice conditions and opportunities to view wildlife. Changes will be made by the Captain and/or Expedition Leader to facilitate the best results from the prevailing conditions. A daily program sheet will be issued on board. Flexibility is the key to success.