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16 DAYS ANTARCTICA PENGUIN SAFARI

South Georgia & Antarctic Peninsula

Cruise, Nature & Wildlife

Highlights

  • Land on South Georgia Island to visit the king penguin, the second largest species of penguin after the emperor penguin, and enjoy South Georgia’s incredible birdlife.
  • Follow the wake of Sir Ernest Shackleton’s voyages to South Georgia
  • Cruise with Quark Expeditions – Ultramarine, where every passenger has the chance to fly over the Antarctica Peninsula on a helicopter, along with a range of adventure options more extensive than any other ships in its class.
  • Cruise with Antarctica 21 – Magellan with option to fly one way over the Drake Passage
  • Opportunity to book by the cabin of Nansen on fixed departure, an ultimate experience of the luxury private yacht in Antarctica.

Penguin Safari is the fastest way to get to the seldom visited South Georgia Island while also setting foot on the 7th continent. Beaches of South Georgia teeming with king penguins and elephant seals greet us, where we will pay our respects to the famed explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton. Go further into the Antarctic sea to experience the rugged peninsula with its abundant wildlife through a range of adventure options.

From

USD 17,866 Per Person

16 Days 15 Nights
** For sailing dates, ships as well as latest offers, please contact our travel specialists and private designers.

DETAILED ITINERARY

Day 01 ARRIVAL IN BUENOS AIRES OR SATIAGO

ARRIVAL IN BUENOS AIRES OR SATIAGO
Buenos Aires or Santiago
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[For Quark Expeditions Cruise]

Arrive in Buenos Aires at any time of the day. Upon arrival in this splendid city, known for its architecture and rich European heritage, you will be independently transferred to your hotel (pre-expedition hotel night is included in the mandatory transfer package).

 

[For Silversea Cruises]

Arrive in Santiago.

Day 02 FLY TO USHUAIA & EMBARK

FLY TO USHUAIA & EMBARK
Onboard
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included

Embarkation will occur in the late afternoon, after which your vessel will sail down the historic Beagle Channel, which transects the Tierra del Fuego archipelago in the extreme south of South America. Expect an air of anticipation as you depart!

 

[For Antarctica 21 – Magellan Explorer]

Board the ship in Ushuaia for an afternoon departure.

Day 03-06 AT SEA

AT SEA
Onboard
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included

There are many activities available to keep you engaged while you are at sea. Learn to identify seabirds that glide alongside the ship or attend dynamic presentations by your Expedition Team.

If conditions are right, the first indication that you are approaching South Georgia is the sight of birds around a group of rocky spires called Shag Rocks. Have your binoculars and cameras ready to capture these rocky spires rising out of the icy ocean waters. Shags and prions often rest here, and due to nutrient rich upwellings around the rocks it can be a good place to keep a lookout for whales.

[For Silversea Cruises and Antarctica21 – Magellan Explorer]

Save one day less at sea.

Day 07-08 SOUTH GEORGIA

SOUTH GEORGIA
Onboard
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included

After enjoying South Georgia from a distance, we’ll head toward its numerous beaches to find a bay for your first excursion.

South Georgia is one of the most fertile breeding grounds in the world for sub-Antarctic wildlife, with beaches blanketed with penguins and seals. It won’t take you long to realize that you are in a bird paradise, with burrowing seabirds, albatross and petrels seen in abundance.

You’ll find that South Georgia, once a popular base for whalers and sealers, is also scattered with abandoned relics and evidence of human activity from centuries gone by. Your Expedition Team will help bring those days to life while you visit old whaling stations and enjoy presentations on the South Georgia of then and now.

One of the most significant sites you will visit on the island is Grytviken. This settlement is the first whaling stations established in sub-Antarctic waters. Many travellers finds this place with a special appeal, as it is the grave site of Sir Ernest Shackleton, one of the most famous Antarctic explorers.

 

[For Silversea Cruises]

Includes one additional day in South Georgia.

 

[For Antarctica 21 – Magellan Explorer]

Includes two additional days in South Georgia.

Day 09-10 AT SEA

AT SEA
Onboard
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included

Say goodbye to the king penguins, as your next destination is Antarctica! Your days at sea are filled with presentations and workshops led by your Expedition Team, who will prepare you for the wildlife and landscapes that will surround you upon your arrival.

Day 11-13 ANTARCTIC PENINSULA

ANTARCTIC PENINSULA
Onboard
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included

Upon reaching the White Continent, you will discover that Antarctica is a land of extremes. At one moment you’ll be overcome with a feeling of complete isolation and silence, and at the next moment you’ll be inspired by nature as a calving glacier crashes into a brilliant blue sea or a penguin waddles by to inspect your footwear.

Your Expedition Team will take care of you at each excursion, whether you are Zodiac cruising, visiting a historical site or consorting with penguin colonies. Chinstrap, Adélie and gentoo penguins are found here, along with Weddell, fur, crabeater and leopard seals. Keep a lookout for Antarctic whales, such as minkes, while on a Zodiac cruise. Each day and each excursion will present a new collection of creatures to delight you and keep your camera busy.

As exciting as the Zodiac excursions and landings are, perhaps you’ll treat yourself to an extra-special Antarctic experience by partaking in an optional paddling excursion (at an extra cost) or cast reason aside and jump into Antarctic waters for the Polar Plunge!

 

[For Silversea Cruises]

Includes one additional day in Antarctica.

 

[For Antarctica 21 – Magellan Explorer]

Includes two additional days in Antarctica.

Day 14-15 CROSSING THE DRAKE PASSAGE

CROSSING THE DRAKE PASSAGE
Onboard
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included

After more than a dozen days of unique wildlife encounters and remarkable landscapes, your journey home begins. Crossing the Drake is your unofficial rite of passage. Spend time on deck watching for seabirds and whales, enjoying presentations by your Expedition Team, or simply relax and reminisce about your experiences.

 

[For Antarctica 21 – Magellan Explorer]

Sails to King George Island to take charter flight to Punta Arenas to save two days crossing the Drake Passage with a post-cruise hotel stay.

Day 16 DISEMBARK IN USHUAIA & FLY TO BUENOS AIRES OR DISEMBARK IN PUERTO WILLIAMS & FLY TO SANTIAGO

DISEMBARK IN USHUAIA & FLY TO BUENOS AIRES OR DISEMBARK IN PUERTO WILLIAMS & FLY TO SANTIAGO
Santiago for Silversea Cruises
Breakfast included

[For Quark Expeditions]

You cruise will arrive in Ushuaia in the morning and disembarkation begins after breakfast. The mandatory transfer package includes a little taste of Patagonia with a Tierra del Fuego National Park tour before transferring to the airport for the return group charter flight to Buenos Aires.

 

[For Silversea Cruises]

Your cruise will arrive in Puerto Williams the previous evening, disembark and be transferred to the airport for your return flight to Santiago, with one night post-cruise stay.

 

[For Magellan Explorer]

Passengers will be transferred to the airport for your onward flight.

Hotels & Tour Price

QUARK EXPEDITIONS - Ultramarine

2023-2024 Season - Indicative Cost Per Person (USD)

Explorer Suite* (26.5sqm):
from US$17,866
Balcony Suite (25.8sqm):
from US$19,216
Deluxe Balcony Suite (34.3sqm):
from US$19,891
Terrace Suite (41.8sqm):
from US$21,781

Penthouse Suite (40.5sqm)
: US$23,041

*Explorer Suite has indoor living space only.

QUARK EXPEDITION - Ultramarine

QUARK EXPEDITION - Ultramarine

The newest ship in Quark Expeditions’ fleet. Equipped with two twin-engine helicopters, Ultramarine offers the most robust portfolio of adventure activities in the industry, the most spacious suites in its category, breathtaking public spaces, and more outdoor wildlife viewing spaces than other expedition ships its size. It also features an innovative mix of sustainability features that exceed all industry standards.

(102 suites in total)

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SILVERSEA - Silver Cloud

2023-2024 Season - Indicative Cost Per Person (USD)

Vista Suite (22sqm):
from US$21,000
Veranda Suite (27sqm):
from US$23,300
Deluxe Veranda Suite (27sqm):
from US$24,900
Silver Suite (54sqm):
from US$37,700
SILVERSEA - Silver Cloud

SILVERSEA - Silver Cloud

The first cross over ship in Silversea’s fleet. 80% of the large suites includes a veranda, four dining options, 20 zodiacs, 10 kayaks, and one of the highest crew to guest and space to guest ratios, bring you remote and remarkable to you in ultra-luxurious comfort.

(Refurbished: 2016; Guest Capacity: 200 in polar regions; Rooms: 151; Restaurants: 4)

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ANTARCTICA 21 - Magellan Explorer*

2023-2024 Season - Indicative Cost Per Person (USD)

Veranda Cabin (19sqm):
from US$19,495
Deluxe Veranda Cabin (22sqm):
from US$20,495
Penthouse Suite (33sqm):
from US$24,495

*17D with charter flight between King George Island and Punta Arenas.

ANTARCTICA 21 - Magellan Explorer

ANTARCTICA 21 - Magellan Explorer

Modern expedition vessel custom-built for Antarctic air-cruises, with all cabins except Porthole cabins featuring private balconies.

(Launched: 2019; Guest Capacity: 73; Rooms: 50)

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COST INCLUDES:

  • Accommodation on twin sharing basis
  • All meals aboard the ship as stated, all snacks, soft drinks and juices on board throughout the voyage, selected beer and wine during dinner, and coffee, tea and cocoa available around the clock
  • All shore landings and all zodiac transfers with expedition leaders
  • Onboard entertainment and enrichment lectures
  • A pair of waterproof expedition boots on loan for landing and zodiac cruising excursions
  • All luggage handling aboard the ship

Quark Expeditions – Ultramarine (Additional)

  • An official Quark Expeditions parka to keep
  • Emergency Evacuation insurances to a maximum benefit of US$ 500,000 per person
  • One 10- to 15- minute helicopter flightseeing excursion (weather and logistic permitting)
  • Group arrival transfer in Ushuaia from airport to hotel on Day 01
  • One night’s accommodation on twin sharing basis in Ushuaia with breakfast
  • Group transfer from hotel to ship on embarkation day
  • Group flight from Buenos Aires’ domestic airport (Aeroparque/AEP) to Ushuaia, and returning to Buenos Aires’ international airport (Ezeiza/EZE)
  • Group departure transfer upon disembarkation in Ushuaia from ship to local airport or to luggage storage facility

Silver Wind & Cloud (Additional)

  • Private executive transfers (between home and airport)
  • International roundtrip flights (or air credit)
  • One night pre-cruise & one-post hotel stay in Santiago
  • Round-trip flights between Santiago and Puerto Williams in economy class
  • Food and Beverages, Choice of restaurants, diverse cuisine, open-seating dining
  • Premium beverages in-suite and throughout the ship
  • In-suite 24-hour dining and room service
  • Butler service in all suites
  • Complimentary expedition gear including parka, backpack and water bottle
  • Butler service in every suite category
  • Onboard gratuities
  • Unlimited Free Wifi

Antarctica21 – Magellan Explorer (Additional)

  • Flight from Frei Station on King George Island
  • Group transfer airport/hotel on the day of Scheduled Flight from Antarctica.
  • One overnight with breakfast in Punta Arenas
  • With breakfast on the Day of the Scheduled Return Flight from Antarctica.
  • Contingency Plan

COST EXCLUDES:

  • International airfares
  • Visa
  • Meals unless otherwise specified
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses e.g. laundry, bar, spa services
  • Phone and internet charges
  • Gratuities
  • Adventure options not listed in included activities.

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