You will arrive in Ushuaia, the Southernmost city in the world, the day before your expedition cruise. On arrival you will get a transfer from the airport to your pre-cruise hotel.

The next day you will have the morning to explore Ushuaia and Tierra del Fuego National park. You will board the ship in the late afternoon and have a chance to settle down and enjoy the ship’s amenities before departing through the Beagle Channel.

As we commence our trip across the South Atlantic Ocean towards the Falklands~Malvinas, we make the most of our time getting comfortable with the motions of the sea. Our expedition team prepare you for our first landing with important wildlife guidelines and biosecurity procedures and start our lecture program to help you learn more about the region’s history, wildlife and environment. Our wildlife experiences begin as we enjoy watching and photographing the many seabirds, including majestic albatrosses and giant petrels following in our wake. They rise and fall skillfully, using air currents created by the ship to gain momentum.

Day 4 – Falkland Islands

Located 477 kilometres/296 miles east of southern Argentina, the Falklands~Malvinas are a unique mix of wildlife hotspot and inhabited outpost. An archipelago of over 700 islands, but consisting of two main islands, East and West, only seven of the islands are inhabited. The cold nutrient-rich waters surrounding the islands makes them a prime location for marine life including seabirds and seals. Our time in the Falkland~Malvinas includes a short walk in historic Stanley town and Sealion Island located in East Falkland’s south, where you can get insight into the unique experience of Sealion Island Nature Reserve. You will discover how the raw beauty and solitude of the island makes it a haven for wildlife and visitors alike. In 2009, Sealion Island has officially been declared a National Nature Reserve, with no introduced predators living on the island.

You will cross the Antarctic convergence into, the rich upwelling waters and feeding grounds that mark the boundary of the Southern Ocean. You will be sure to come across plenty of wildlife including whales, to penguins, seals, petrel, skuas and albatrosses.

Over the next few days, marvel at South Georgia’s incredible scenes such as enormous and bustling king penguin colonies, fur seals jostling for space on the beach, jaw-dropping mountain landscapes and learn of Shackleton’s epic rescue journey. On Zodiac-cruises, discover bays filled with raucous and playful fur seals, and land on pebble beaches to meet curious penguins. Challenge yourself on hikes and enjoy dazzling pristine landscapes seen by few. South Georgia is a place where you can truly feel like you’ve really escaped from your normal daily life.

Attend informative lectures to learn about Antarctica as we sail across the Scotia Sea towards the white continent. Treat yourself to a massage in the wellness centre or stay active in the gym; the choice is yours on how you want to enjoy days at sea.

Over the next few days, a host of choices are open to us and depending on ice and weather conditions, the western side of the Antarctic Peninsula is ours to explore. Our experienced expedition team, who have made countless journeys to this area, will use their expertise to design our voyage from day-to-day. This allows us to make the best use of the prevailing weather, ice conditions and wildlife opportunities.

As we come to the end of our incredible journey and commence our return sailing to Ushuaia, you may choose to spend the sea days editing photos, stay active in the gym, treat yourself to a massage in the wellness centre, or attending an informative lecture; there’s plenty to keep you busy.

During the early morning, we sail along the Beagle Channel, before quietly slipping into dock in Ushuaia, where we begin disembarking at around 8.00 am. Bid farewell to your expedition team and fellow travellers as we all continue our onward journeys, hopefully with a newfound sense of the immense power of nature. A transfer to either downtown Ushuaia or to the airport is included in the cost of the voyage.

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