Spirit of Antarctica by Aurora

This expedition is perfect for your first trip to Antarctica, seeing the continent at it’s most pristine. Witness the spectacle of penguin colonies building their nests, seals basking on the ice flows, cruise around spectacular icebergs aboard Zodiacs, visiting working research stations and gain a unique insight into Antarctica. You’ll be amongst the few to set foot on the least visited continent on earth!

Highlights

• See fascinating penguin rookeries up close
• Weave around majestic icebergs aboard Zodiacs
• Discover historic sites of interest and scientific research stations
• Set foot on the least visited continent on earth 
• Opportunities to kayak, snorkel, scuba-dive or camp out under the mesmerising Antarctic skies

Quick Itinerary

Day 1: Fly to Buenos Aires
Day 2: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Day 3: Depart Ushuaia
Days 4 - 6: Drake Passage
Days 7 - 9: Antarctic Peninsula
Days 10 & 11: Drake Passage
Day 12: Disembark Ushuaia
Day 13: Depart Buenos Aires

*For the 2021-22 Antarctica season, some or all departures of this cruise may start/finish from Punta Arenas in Chile, please check with your Travel Specialist for more details

Secure your space today by calling one of our Travel Specialists on 0203 196 1000 or enquire here

Departures and Prices

Greg Mortimer

8th January 2022 - 19th January 2022

Prices from £8,899 pp

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Greg Mortimer

7th November 2022 - 18th November 2022

Prices from £6,999 pp

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Greg Mortimer

17th November 2022 - 28th November 2022

Prices from £6,999 pp

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Sylvia Earle

19th November 2022 - 30th November 2022

Prices from £7,299 pp

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Sylvia Earle

29th November 2022 - 10th December 2022

Prices from £7,599 pp

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Sylvia Earle

9th December 2022 - 20th December 2022

Prices from £7,899 pp

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Day 1

Fly from the UK to Buenos Aires. You will overnight in Buenos Aires.

Day 2 - Buenos Aires, Argentina

You will fly to the southernmost city of the world, Ushuaia, surrounding by spectacular scenery.  The city nestles on the edge of the Beagle Channel, with the majestic mountains of the Martial range to the north, and the infamous Tierra del Fuego national park to the west.  You will be met by your expedition representative and transferred to your hotel to relax following your flight, enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

Day 3 - Depart Ushuaia

Enjoy the sights of Ushuaia in the morning or perhaps go for a walk in the nearby National Park.  In the mid-afternoon, you will be welcomed aboard the Greg Mortimer, where your adventure to Antarctica begins with sailing through the Beagle channel. 

Days 4 & 5 - Drake Passage

Voyage the ‘Rite of Passage’ southbound to Antarctica.  En-route, there is the potential to spot albatross and whales, and the first magical glimpses of icebergs coming into view.  A landing at Robert, Aitcho or Deception Island in the South Shetlands is also a possibility if you are ahead of schedule.

Days 6 - 9 - Antarctic Peninsula

Crossing the Gerlache Strait, you will arrive at the Antarctica Peninsula where you will spend the next few days exploring.  Your expedition team will guide you around the breath-taking landscapes, using Zodiacs to explore penguin colonies, scientific research outposts, various historical points of interest and cruising around wonderous ice floes (where you may spot lazy seals basking) and glistening icebergs. Kayakers can navigate the maze of ice passages, discovering nature and majestic scenery at every paddle stroke.  You will have the opportunity to set foot on land and hike to viewpoints for spectacular photo opportunities.  The expedition guides will make the very best of your time in Antarctica, with the long hours of daylight giving flexibility for landings.  There may even be the chance to camp out on the ice, following in the footsteps of the great explorers of the past.   

Days 10 & 11 - Drake Passage

You leave northbound across the Drake Passage, with the last glimpses of ice disappearing into the horizon.  With a fond farewell to Antarctica, you share memories and photos with your fellow explorers, expedition leaders & new friends in onboard talks.  With fortune, you will make a rounding of Cape Horn to celebrate the expedition, before indulging in a sumptuous farewell dinner.

Day 12 - Disembark Ushuaia

Cruising up the Beagle Channel, we dock into Ushuaia.  Following breakfast, your voyage reaches its finale as you bid farewell to your fellow passengers and disembark the ship. You will catch a floight to Buenos for one final night in South America

Day 13 - Depart Buenos Aires

Today you will depart Buenos Aires on your onward flight

Secure your space today by calling one of our Travel Specialists on 0203 196 1000 or enquire here