About this trip
Twenty days by sea from the world's southernmost city down to the Antarctic Peninsula, taking in South Georgia and the South Shetland Islands along the way. This is a proper expedition voyage aboard an ice-strengthened ship, with an Expedition Team running Zodiac excursions to get you close to the wildlife and landscapes rather than just viewing them from deck.
Expect glaciers, icebergs, and a steady stream of penguins, seals, whales and seabirds, alongside historical stops like the old Grytviken whaling station. The scale of the place is the point here — this is about being somewhere properly remote and letting the itinerary bend to the weather.
Life on board mixes wildlife landings with lectures, a library and a gym for the days when rough seas keep you inside. It suits people who want the real, unpredictable version of Antarctica rather than a fixed schedule.
What you'll do
- Zodiac cruises with the Expedition Team in search of wildlife
- Visit the former Grytviken whaling station on South Georgia
- Spot penguins, whales, seals and seabirds across the region
- Cruise past glaciers and icebergs in the South Shetland Islands
- Wet and dry landings onto Antarctic and sub-Antarctic shores
- Onboard lectures, library and gym during days at sea
- Wet and dry landings and uneven terrain mean a fair level of mobility is needed
- Seas can be rough — seasickness is common, though a doctor is on board and over-the-counter medication usually helps
- Itinerary is weather-dependent; planned stops may change to other sites of similar interest
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Departing in Feb is cheapest — from £17,205, about 11% below the priciest month (Dec).
Getting there
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Ushuaia · 9 Feb – 10 Feb
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