HIGHLIGHTS
- Celebrating New Year’s on the trip of a lifetime
- Penguin rookeries with hundreds of thousands of birds on
South Georgia
- Zodiac cruising amongst colossal icebergs
- Potential encounters with Orca, Humpback and Minke whales
- Exploring the port of Stanley
- A visit to Grytviken, a former whaling station, and the
gravesite of Sir Ernest Shackleton
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 | Triple | Porthole | Single Stateroom | French Balcony | Balcony Stateroom | Superior Balcony | Grand Balcony | Balcony Suite | Junior Suite | Freydis Suite | Brynhilde Suite |
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| Dec 22, 2026 | Jan 13, 2027 | 27,695 | 32,295 | 41,495 | 34,095 | 35,795 | 36,895 | 38,695 | 42,395 | 44,295 | 51,595 | 62,695 |
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)
Triple | (Mid-range)
Superior Balcony | (High-end)
Brynhilde Suite |
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| Dec 22, 2026 | Jan 13, 2027 | 27,695 | 36,895 | 62,695 |
ITINERARY
Day
1: Arrive and explore in Ushuaia
After
a friendly welcome at the airport and a transfer to the luxurious
Arakur Ushuaia Resort & Spa, take some time to unwind or
explore the southernmost city in the world, Ushuaia. (In the unlikely
event that you can't be accommodated at the Arakur, you'll unwind at
another of Ushuaia's top luxury hotels.)
Our
optional evening briefing is your opportunity to ask questions and meet
some of your fellow explorers.
Day
2: All Aboard!
Spend
your morning relaxing at the hotel, visiting a museum, or exploring the
shops in Ushuaia, before our mid-afternoon escort to the ship. Our
Expedition Team and ship staff will welcome you on board and get you
settled in, followed by a safety and orientation briefing and our
Captain’s welcome dinner. We’re on our way to
Antarctica!
Day
3: Southern Ocean
As
we sail south, important briefings on environmental regulations and
expedition safety are held, and you won’t want to miss our
scientific and environmental experts as they begin their deeply
knowledgeable, and always entertaining talks about the wildlife,
history, and geology of the areas we will soon be exploring.
Days
4-5: The Falklands
Welcome
to a wildlife lover’s dream. As you approach this ruggedly
beautiful archipelago, keep the camera ready to capture the abundant
wildlife and breathtaking scenery of this fascinating part of the
world. Here, you’ll find the largest black-browed albatross
colony in the world and five species of breeding penguin. Bird lovers,
stay on the lookout for kelp gulls, dolphin gulls, blackcrowned night
herons, red-backed hawks, peregrine falcons, and turkey vultures. East
and West Falklands provide a rare opportunity to witness the biological
diversity, extraordinarily diverse landscapes, and rich history of the
southern islands. Weather permitting, we’ll explore Saunders
Island, the second-largest island in the Falklands, and The Neck, a
narrow peninsula with sandy beaches and subtle cliff faces, where the
mighty black-browed albatross build their nesting colonies.
Days
6-7: Southern Ocean
Things
continue ramping up with plenty of birdlife sightings as we make our
way east across the Antarctic Convergence and officially enter
Antarctic waters. See if you can identify the world’s largest
bird, the Wandering albatross. From soaring giants like the Southern
Giant petrel to the tiny Wilson’s Storm petrel, a range of
impressive bird species will be hitching a ride on the updrafts created
by ocean swells and waves. And be on the lookout for whale blows and
our very first iceberg sighting.
Days
8-10: South Georgia
South
Georgia is often referred to as the ‘Serengeti of the
Southern Ocean’ and it’s easy to see why as you
take in tens of thousands (not a typo!) of breeding penguins, seals,
and seabirds. Breathtaking mountain scenery, majestically sculpted
icebergs, glaciers in every direction, and a rich historical tapestry
are all here to complement the incredible array of wildlife on view as
we travel down South Georgia’s leeward coast. We’ll
also visit the historic Grytviken whaling station, featuring the tiny
graveyard where the great Antarctic explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton is
buried.
Days
11-12: Scotia Sea
Heading
farther south, we’ll continue our informative presentations
and wildlife spotting as the icebergs become bigger and more plentiful.
Days
13-17: South Shetland Islands and Antarctica
With
twice-daily outing as our goal, we’ll explore any number of
picturesque bays and famed landing sites, maneuvering through
iceberg-rich channels as we travel alongside an array of wildlife.
There are opportunities to stop at several active scientific bases and
historic landing sites as we take in the wide range of penguin species,
seals, and whales along the rugged coastlines and in the sea. Four days
give us plenty of time to explore, discover, and be forever changed by
the power of the last wild place on earth.
Days
18-19: Antarctic Circle
Venturing
to the ends of the earth is a moment to cherish, as not all expeditions
venture this far south. We’ll take our time gliding through
the famed Lemaire channel, accompanied by icebergs of every dazzling
shape and size, with the anticipation of reaching latitude
66°33’S. Along the way, you’ll marvel at
one of our planets most spectacular 360 landscapes, ushering you
towards to the legendary Antarctic Circle. Together we’ll
quietly marvel the sheer rawness of the surroundings and revel in the
moment. A toast and celebration awaits should the Circle welcome us.
While not a typical landing, the crossing of the Antarctic Circle will
leave you breathless, and with one of life’s greatest
memories.
Day
20: South Shetland Islands and Antarctica
Test
your newfound penguin expertise and sharpen your wildlife-spotting
skills as you identify fur, leopard, and Weddell seals. Zodiac cruises
and shore landings will continue, offering ample opportunities to
encounter the peninsula’s diverse wildlife and capture
stunning photographs of your adventure
Days
21-22: Drake Passage
We
leave this magical place and make our way north, once again crossing
the legendary Drake Passage. We have one last hurrah as we celebrate
the conclusion of our expedition with a special slideshow and a final
meal together.
Day
23: Ushuaia Disembarkation
With
huge smiles on weary, content faces, we disembark in the morning,
letting you catch a flight to Buenos Aires or stay in Ushuaia for more
sights and adventure.
Ocean Albatros - PL (Luxury Expedition, 180-guests)
Beneath the sleek exterior of the Ocean Albatros lies decades of learning and adaptation to the harsh Antarctic environment. Its patented X-Bow offers unprecedented stability and comfort; its many onboard amenities are designed to maximize your Antarctic experience; and its spacious heated mudroom with four exterior doors makes zodiac boarding quick, safe, and effortless.
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WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Shipboard accommodations and meals
- “Welcome” and
“Farewell” receptions with sparkling wine and soft
drinks
- Beer/wine/soft drinks at lunch and dinner
- Coffee/Tea/Cocoa 24 hours a day
- 500MB WiFi card for use on your personal devices
- Expedition jacket for use during the voyage
- Fleece-lined down jacket (yours to keep)
- A pair of loaner boots for use during the voyage
- All scheduled landings and excursions
- Snowshoes for use during landings (subject to availability)
- Our Citizen Science program: participation in a variety of
scientific activities that support important research projects
- Photography Coach available throughout the voyage
- Participation in the Polar Plunge
- Access to our onboard medical clinics
- Access to our onboard fitness centers
- All port and landing fees
- Digital Voyage Log
- Wine and fruit on arrival
- Restocked mini bar (non-alcoholic)
- Complimentary laundry service
- In-room espresso machine
Excluded
from this voyage :
- Any airfare or travel expenses associated with arrival or
departure other than those specified above
- Pre- or post-voyage expenses in Ushuaia other than those
specified above
- Travel insurance; medical insurance; evacuation coverage
- Laundry and personal expenses incurred on board, except as
listed in inclusions
- Any other alcohol and soft drinks, except as listed in
inclusions
- Onboard communication charges such as outgoing phone calls
or WiFi, except as listed in inclusions
- Staff/crew gratuities
Adventure
Options:
Included Activities:
- Citizen Science
- Photography Coach
Add-On
Activities:
- Camping - $395
- Discover Kayaking - $350
- Snowshoeing - $150
- Immersive Kayaking - $1195
- Immersive Photography - $995
