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On this extraordinary 18-day voyage, follow in the wake of courageous explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton to Antarctica and the South Shetland Islands before heading via Antarctic Sound and the Weddell Sea to South Georgia and the Falkland Islands.
Begin your voyage with Albatros Expeditions in Ushuaia, cross the mighty Drake Passage en-route to the South Shetland Islands, making Zodiac landings at penguin rookeries, research stations and fascinating lookouts along the way. Continuing southward, you'll explore the Antarctic Sound with its mighty tabular icebergs and enter the Weddell Sea in search for wildlife. Sailing onwards between Elephant Island and South Georgia offers a small glimpse into the passage made famous by Shackleton 100 years ago. South Georgia is one of the world's greatest natural wonders. Wildlife-packed beaches, active research stations, former whaling stations and a visit to Shackelton's final resting place.
On your last leg back to Ushuaia, pay a visit to the fascinating Falklands. Port Stanley with its quaint English architecture will be your first call before venturing further west for Zodiac landings and wildlife observations on pristine and sheltered beaches. After leaving the Falklands, the last seadays can be spent bird watching on the deck or attending lectures and workshops.
Follow in Shackleton's footsteps and traverse the Drake Passage, a crossing the most spirited sailors consider a lifetime achievement
Explore the Antarctic Sound, with its mighty tabular icebergs and enter the Weddell Sea in search of wildlife
Visit the Falklands and explore its research stations and British heritage
Day 1: Ushuaia, Argentina
Days 2 & 3: At Sea - Cross the Drake Passage, King George Island
Days 4 - 6: Antarctic Sound and the Weddell Sea
Days 7 - 12: The Drake Passage and South Georgia
Days 13 & 14: At Sea
Days 15 & 16: Port Stanley & The Falkland Islands
Days 17 & 18: At Sea/ Disembarkation in Ushuaia
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