Itinerary
So, if you have time, optimise your Antarctica expedition with South Georgia and the Falklands. This voyage has it all: the impossible beauty of Antarctic ice, over 100 000 king penguins on a single beach in South Georgia and the Falkland’s human history and amazing bird colonies. You’ll see three distinct regions, each offering wonderful experiences and sights.
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Day 1: Ushuaia
Arrive in Ushuaia, the world’s southernmost
city. Take a catamaran cruise through
Patagonia’s scenic Beagle Channel.
Embark ship. B L D
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Day 2: At Sea
Awake well into your journey across the Drake
Passage. There is plenty of time to settle in
to shipboard life and hear talks from staff
preparing you for the exciting days ahead.
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Day 3-8: Antarctica
With nearly 24 hours of daylight, Lindblad
will make the most of your days exploring
the Antarctic Peninsula and surrounding
islands, whilst keeping a flexible schedule
to take advantage of the unexpected. Sail
through the incomparable Lemaire Channel
and land on the “White Continent”, exploring
via Zodiac, kayak and on foot, and using our
arsenal of tools for exploration. B L D
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Day 9-10: Elephant Island/At Sea
Pass legendary Elephant Island, an
unforgettable part of the explorer Sir Ernest
Shackleton story, where the crew of Endurance
finally landed on April 24, 1916. From here,
“the Boss” and five men set sail for one of the
most incredible stories of survival at sea: 800
miles across the Southern Ocean in a 22’ long
wooden sailboat. As you follow in Shackleton’s
wake enroute to South Georgia, onboard
experts will tell his fascinating story. B L D
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Day 11-15: South Georgia Island
This is the final resting place for Shackleton
and Lindblad hoist a toast at his gravesite.
Teeming wildlife and breathtaking scenery
greet the ship. Hundreds of young Antarctic
fur seals are on hand as Zodiacs make landfall.
At St. Andrew’s Bay, you’ll come upon 100 000
king penguins! B L D
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Day 16-17: At Sea
Enjoy the ship’s amenities: have a massage,
work out in the gym, savour time in the library,
or listen to talks. B L D
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Day 18-19: Falkland Islands
The Falklands boast the largest albatross
colony in the world, herds of enormous
elephant seals, and irresistible Magellanic
penguins in their green tussock grass burrows.
Stroll the photogenic Victorian-style town of
Port Stanley and visit the Anglican Cathedral
with its archway of whalebones. B L D
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Day 20: At Sea
Enjoy the ship’s amenities: have a massage,
work out in the gym, savour time in the library,
or listen to talks. B L D
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Day 21: Ushuaia
Disembark in Ushuaia, where this part of your
adventure ends. B L
* All prices shown are for low season, per person, twin share. Click here to see full Terms & Conditions.
Pricing
21 Days / 20 Nights From $26,014*
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Includes: 20 nights cruising accommodation, all meals & non-alcoholic beverages onboard, all shore excursions, sightseeing, entrance fees & transfers as outlined in the itinerary, services of expedition staff, gratuities for land guides, taxes and service charges
Departs 2011: 17 Feb; 08 Nov ’11; 16 Feb ‘12
Tour Style: Expedidtion Cruise
Note: This package is also available to start/end in Buenos Aires. Contact Adventure World for details.
Highlights
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Glide in a Zodiac or a kayak past the massive icebergs of the Antarctic Peninsula, sculpted into exquisite forms by the elements
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Trace the riveting story of Shackleton’s fateful expedition on Elephant Island and South Georgia
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Get immersed in a sea of black and white amid the 100,000-strong king penguin colony in South Georgia
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Visit the pioneer outposts of Port Stanley in the Falklands, and Port Lockroy in Antarctica