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    Antarctic Peninsula

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    Melissa Hookway

    Senior Travel Specialist

    01242 386 477

    01242 386 477

    Best Time To Go

    October – February

    Holiday Length

    10 or 11 nights

    Price guide

    From £9,123pp

    This price is a guide – based on two people sharing a porthole cabin.
    Holiday type

    Cruise

    Highlights

    Antarctic Peninsula

    Departures operate on the expedition vessels Hebridean Sky and Island Sky. Step aboard for an unforgettable cruise along the Antarctic Peninsula. You’ll be accompanied by experienced guides as well as a professional photographer to help you capture those memorable moments. This fascinating voyage through some of the world’s most remote and dramatic scenery is punctuated with thrilling excursions to historic, natural and scientific sites. A vast array of wildlife can be seen from your comfortable and spacious ship, including whale, dolphin, seal and various species of seabird. Camping and kayaking experiences are also available.

    Departure dates (2019) Nights Accommodation Per person from
    DECEMBER:
    18, 27
    10
    Island Sky
    £9,123
    Departure dates (2020) Nights Accommodation Per person from
    JANUARY:
    7
    17    		  
    11
    10
    Hebridean Sky
    Hebridean Sky
    £9,123
    £10,313
    FEBRUARY:
    4
    11
    Hebridean Sky
    £10,313

     

    A solo traveller supplement is payable. Please speak to a travel specialist for more information.

    Accommodation

    Departures operate aboard the vessels Hebridean Sky and Island Sky.

    View the Island Sky deck plan and cabin layout (PDF - 100KB)

    View the Hebridean Sky deck plan and cabin layout (PDF - 100KB) 

    Trip details

    Here's a taste of your next A&K holiday
    Day 1
    UK – Ushuaia
    Day 2
    Embark
    Days 3 - 4
    Drake Passage
    Day 5
    South Shetland Island
    Days 6 - 8
    Antarctica
    Days 9 -10
    Drake Passage
    Day 11
    Ushuaia – UK
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    UK – Ushuaia

    Enjoy the Argentinean leather markets and succulent lamb dishes that make Patagonia famous as you explore the world's southernmost town. Visit Ushuaia's The End of the World Museum and take a trip to Tierra del Fuego National Park. Spend the night at Arakur Hotel & Resort, one of the Leading Hotels of the World. Explore the trails, take a spa to relax and soak in the surroundings. 

    Embark

    This morning, you’re free to explore Ushuaia or unwind at the resort until the mid-afternoon transfer to the ship. On board, you’ll be greeted by our Expedition Team and the Ship’s Officers. A safety and orientation briefing will be followed by the captain’s welcome dinner. Afterwards, you can relax and take in the scenery on the early evening sail through the Beagle Channel. Look out for Magellanic penguin, rock cormorant and sea lion colonies.

    Drake Passage

    Closer to the white continent, Polar experts will prepare you with presentations on everything from Antarctic wildlife to its history. Crossing the Antarctic Convergence, you'll notice a distinct drop in temperature. Those interested in citizen science can take part in sea bird sighting surveys. You can also collect salinity samples and weather data along the way. You'll witness some spectacular sights, from passing icebergs to the many whale species which breach from the sea.

    South Shetland Island

    In the Antarctic Peninsula's waterways, exploring by inflatable Zodiac boats is great fun. The Expedition Leader and Captain will create a flexible itinerary based on weather, ice and opportunity. The route passes scenic bays, penguin rookeries, seal wallows and whale feeding areas, as well as historic and scientific points of interest. First sight of land will likely be the South Shetland Islands, and within this volcanic archipelago you can see Half Moon Island and the historic Deception Island.  *The 12 day itinerary (as detailed in the pricing and departure information) includes an additional day here.

    Antarctica

    Explore Trinity Coast, Neko Harbour, Paradise Harbour, Wilhelmina Bay and the wildlife-filled Penola Channel. You can also visit active scientific bases such as Poland’s Arctowksi or Ukraine’s Vernadskiy. There are also historic bases like the UK’s Port Lockroy or Wordie House to visit. Wildlife in this area includes Adelie, chinstrap and gentoo penguin, Weddell, Antarctic fur, crabeater and leopard seal, as well as orca and minke and humpback whale.

    Drake Passage

    It's time to head back across the Antarctic Convergence and Drake Passage. As you head northward to leave this magical region, the presentation series and wildlife spotting will continue. Sailing back to Ushuaia through the Beagle Channel, it's time to celebrate the conclusion of your expedition with a special slideshow.

    Ushuaia – UK

    The morning disembarkation allows you to catch a flight straight to Buenos Aires. However, the more adventurous can stay in Ushuaia for even more sights and experiences.

    Latin America & Antarctica team

    From Mexico to the South Pole, our Latin America & Antarctica team know these incredible regions inside out
    Meet the team

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