HIGHLIGHTS
- Visit
the fascinating Falkland Islands
- Participate
in Zodiac landings and wildlife observations on pristine and sheltered
beaches
- Exxplore
South Georgia Island, one of world's greatest natural wonders
- Visit
wildlife-packed beaches, active research stations, former whaling
stations and Shackleton’s final resting place
- Explore
the South Shetland Islands, and make Zodiac landings at penguin
rookeries, research stations and fascinating lookouts
- The
Subantarctic islands and Antarctic Peninsula are a nature
photographer's paradiseS
- pend
the last seadays bird watching from the top deck and attending
lectures, workshops and photo re-caps in one of the ship's lounges
while crossing the mighty Drake Passage
DATES / RATES
Rates are listed per person in USD. Promotional offers are not reflected in the rates below.
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| Start Date | End Date | Category F | Category G | Category E | Category D | Category C | Category C SP | Category C XL | Category B | Category A | Polar Premium Suite |
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| Dec 16, 2025 | Jan 02, 2026 | 17,095 | 25,095 | 21,095 | 19,995 | 21,695 | 22,795 | 23,895 | 25,095 | 36,495 | 40,995 |
Rates are listed per person in USD. Promotional offers are not reflected in the rates below.
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| Start Date | End Date | (Starting from)
Category F | (Mid-range)
Category C SP | (High-end)
Polar Premium Suite |
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| Dec 16, 2025 | Jan 02, 2026 | 17,095 | 22,795 | 40,995 |
ITINERARY
Day
1: ARRIVAL AND EMBARKATION IN USHUAIA
Arrive
and embark in Ushuaia, Argentina - the world’s southernmost
town. Explore the quaint city or local countryside. Alternatively,
consider a day trip off the beaten path to the raw, natural archipelago
of Tierra del Fuego. It's a hiker's paradise with rugged snow-capped
mountains, glaciers, flower-filled meadows and boggy quagmires.
Afterwards we embark the ship Ocean Victory, our home for the coming
days.
Our
journey begins as we navigate through the calms of Beagle Channel, a
strait in the Tierra del Fuego Archipelago.
Day
2: AT SEA TOWARDS THE FALKLAND ISLANDS
While
we make our way towards the Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) there
will be plenty of time to get to know the ship as well as participating
in the many activities offered on board. Lectures about wildlife and
the history of the Falkland Islands will be held, and our experienced
expedition team will share stories and lectures that vary based on the
locations we visit and their areas of expertise.
Day
3-4: FALKLAND ISLANDS, VISIT PORT STANLEY
As
we approach the Falkland Islands we will make landings –
weather permitting – at two of the islands’ many
magnificent wildlife spots, where penguins and other sea birds gather.
During
following morning we approach the sheltered natural harbor of Port
Stanley and cast anchor. Stanley is the capital of the Falkland Islands
(Islas Malvinas), a remote South Atlantic archipelago. Utilizing our
Zodiacs, we will land in town center, and take a leisurely stroll
through the streets of Stanley.
Day
5-6: AT SEA TOWARDS SOUTH GEORGIA
Days
at sea are great for participating in lectures, photo sessions and
recaps, reading books in the ship library and watching the ubiquitous
storm petrels and albatrosses from top deck. From photography workshops
to lectures on the regions we visit by our knowledgeable expedition
team and guest lecturers. Additionally, a raffle or auction onboard
usually takes place during this time, to raise funds for charitable
organizations focused on global issues and local environmental
solutions. In this case, for example, South Georgia Heritage Trust,
Whale & Dolphin Conservation, and more. Take this opportunity
to give back to the world while educating yourself on the subjects that
these organizations support in a fun and enjoyable time.
Day
7-10: SOUTH GEORGIA ISLAND, WILDLIFE PARADISE OF THE SOUTH ATLANTIC
South
Georgia has a dramatic setting with glacier-clad rugged mountains.
Lying in the Southern Ocean south of the Antarctic convergence, the
cold sea is booming with life. The island, often referred to as
“The Galapagos of the Poles”, can only be reached
by ship. There is no permanent human settlement, but seabirds and seals
breed in the millions. The difficulty of getting there and the
restrictions to protect the environment, makes South Georgia one of the
least-visited tourist destinations in the world. Today the island has
been largely left to recover from human over-exploration, resulting in
dramatic increases in the number of whales, seals as well as penguin
and seabird populations. The itinerary and activities over the next
days are largely dependent on the weather and the sea.
We
will have a chance to visit Salisbury Plain, home to one of the largest
king penguin colonies on the island, estimated between 250,000 and
5,000,000. Gentoo penguins, giant petrels and Antarctic prions also
breed on the island.
The
British administration at Grytviken, a former Norwegian whaling
station, is also worth a visit. The famed British explorer Ernest
Shackleton died in Grytviken on his second visit, and is buried south
of the station. The endemic South Georgia pipits and South Georgia
pintails may be seen around the buildings.
Day
11-12: AT SEA TOWARDS THE SOUTH SHETLAND ISLANDS. LECTURES AND BIRD
WATCHING
The
next days are spent travelling on the South Atlantic Sea's southern
waters, crossing the 60th parallel south and from hence on, we are in
the Southern Ocean's swells.
During
our time at sea, a variety of activities will be arranged on board and
it provides the perfect opportunity to socialize with fellow travelers.
As
the white shimmer of Antarctica looms on our horizon, the presence of
wildlife multiples by tens of thousands with many species of lively
penguins, inquisitive seals, nesting birds and the spray of marine
mammals.
Day
13-17: ANTARCTIC PENINSULA AND SOUTH SHETLAND ISLANDS
Over
the coming days, we will begin the exciting Antarctic experience at the
very tip of the Continent.
The
itinerary and activities over the next few days depend on weather and
ice conditions. The route and shore landings will be determined by the
captain and expedition Leader and communicated to the guests through
regularly scheduled briefings.
Wildlife
abounds on the Antarctic Peninsula: leopard, fur and Weddell seals of
Cuverville Island; humpback whales of Gerlache Strait; Paradise Bay;
the dramatic Lemaire Channel's orcas. Days at sea are great for
enjoying the seascapes, relaxing, or participating on the program
onboard.
Day
18-19: CROSSING DRAKE TOWARDS USHUAIA
Today,
we depart Antarctica and spend two days at sea on our way back to the
calms of Beagle Channel and Ushuaia, Argentina. Enroute, we will cross
the Drake Passage and cruise past Cape Horn, a legendary maritime
landmark and the southern tip of South America.
During
our time at sea, a variety of activities will be arranged on board and
it provides the perfect opportunity to dwell on some of the fantastic
moments we have witnessed during our great voyage.
Day
20: ARRIVAL IN USHUAIA AND DISEMBARKATION
This
morning, we arrive back in Ushuaia for the conclusion of our voyage,
where you can continue your adventures or begin your return home.
MV Ocean Victory (Luxury Expedition, 184-guests)
Ocean Victory joined our fleet in November 2021 and was established as one of the most modern small ship vessels in the market. This stylish cruise ship is ideally suited for our business model of small ship expeditions and is deployed and dedicated to varied Antarctic region voyages.
With a total of 93 comfortable staterooms for our guests, all with a view of the ocean, (and 90% with their own balcony), several restaurants, a wellness area, an Albatros Nordic Bar, an open deck dining facility, a modern lecture lounge, and other amenities, the vessel is also environmentally-friendly onboard, with an implementation of the Green Initiative Program, ensuring both absolute comfort and sustainability for our guests.
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WHAT'S INCLUDED
- 21-day
cruise with accommodation in a shared outside double stateroom with
private facilities
- Shuttle
transfer from city centre to ship/from ship to city centre or airport
(Ushuaia)
- All
Zodiac landings and excursions as per itinerary
- Expedition
parka
- Rubber
boot rentals
- Guiding
and lectures by our expedition leader and team
- English-speaking
expedition team
- Full
board on the ship - breakfast, lunch, dinner and afternoon snacks
- Free
tea and coffee daily
- Guiding
and lectures by our experienced expedition leader and team
- Special
photo workshop
- Welcome
and farewell cocktails
- Digital
visual journal link after voyage, including voyage log, gallery,
species list and more!
- Taxes
and port fees
Exclusions
- Extra
excursions and activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Single
room supplement and stateroom upgrades
- Meals
not on board the ship
- Beverages
(other than coffee and tea)
- Tips
for the crew (we recommend USD 14 per person per day)
- Personal
expenses
- Anything
not mentioned under ’Inclusions’
ADVENTURE
OPTIONS
- Photography
- Wildlife
Observations
- Zodiac
cruises
- Lectures
