Epic Antarctica: Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctic Circle Crossing via Buenos Aires

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  • No booking fees
  • duration 23 days
  • tour type Group
  • age requirement 18-95 yrs
  • max group size 199
  • guiding method Fully guided
  • Tour Code BM-17857
  • Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
  • Operated in English
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  • Starts Buenos Aires, Argentina, Buenos Aires, Argentina
  • Ends Buenos Aires, Argentina, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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HIGHLIGHTS Download trip notes
  • Explore the quaint British town of Stanley in the Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
  • See the incredible wildlife
  • More than 30 species of breeding birds, including four species of penguin
  • Of South Georgia, often called the Galapagos of the Poles
  • Follow in the wake of Sir Ernest Shackleton’s perilous voyage to South Georgia and visit his gravesite
  • Cross the Antarctic Circle and celebrate with a toast
  • Enjoy helicopter flightseeing from Ultramarine for a unique perspective of the Antarctic Peninsula
  • Crossing of the Antarctic Circle
  • Travel on a small expedition vessel
  • Accompanied by extremely qualified Expedition Staff
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The tour "Epic Antarctica: Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctic Circle Crossing Via Buenos Aires" starts from and ends in Buenos Aires, Argentina. This is a polar expeditions and cruise tour that takes 23 days. You will travel through Antarctica, England and Argentina and visit Drake Passage, Ushuaia, South Georgia and 3 other destinations. This is a guided group tour that includes accommodation, transport, meals and others.

Antarctica is an incredible destination with the power to transform those who are fortunate enough to experience it.  Our Epic Antarctica voyage is so named for a reason: it includes every one of the major Antarctic highlights. From the Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to South Georgia to the Antarctic Peninsula, you will experience countless unforgettable moments on this adventure-packed, 23-day voyage.

Start with the Falklands, reminiscent of both sandy Cape Cod and the English moors, home to albatross, dolphins, and five species of penguins. From there, venture to South Georgia, where you’ll encounter the home of 300,000 breeding King penguins, 50 million seabirds and 5 million seals. Then, explore the stunning Antarctic Peninsula, and, finally, cross the Antarctic Circle—an enduring milestone for any world traveller.

Antarctica has been inspiring explorers for centuries—now it’s your turn. Be among the first guests on our pioneering new vessel, Ultramarine. This purpose-built vessel is designed to extend the boundaries of Polar exploration and offer an unmatched Antarctic experience, including a flightseeing tour you’ll never forget and a range of adventure options more extensive than any other ship in its class. We’re excited to host you on your unforgettable adventure!
ITINERARY Expand All
  • Day 1: Start Buenos Aires, Argentina; overnight in hotel
  • Day 2: Fly to Ushuaia and embark
  • Day 3: At Sea
  • Day 4 - 5: Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
  • Day 6 - 7: At Sea
  • Day 8 - 11: South Georgia
  • Day 12 - 13: At Sea
  • Day 14 - 16: South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula
  • Day 17 - 18: The Antarctic Circle
  • Day 19 - 20: Northbound Along the Peninsula
  • Day 21 - 22: Crossing the Drake Passage
  • Day 23: Disembark in Ushuaia and fly to Buenos Aires
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Accommodation
  • All accommodation
Meals
  • Beer and wine at dinner
Transport
  • All transport and listed activities
  • Mandatory transfer package (including return charter flights Buenos Aires to Ushuaia)
  • We can include flights from the UK. Please contact us for a quote.
Guide
  • Tour leader throughout and qualified Expedition Staff
Others
  • All meals while on the ship
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
  • Travel insurance
  • Single accommodation (available on request)
  • Visas and vaccinations
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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Epic Antarctica: Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctic Circle Crossing via Buenos Aires tour. You can cancel the tour up to 136 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 135 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 10 August 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 10 August 2024, a deposit of 25% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 135 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

Epic Antarctica: Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctic Circle Crossing via Buenos Aires tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.

Visa

For this Epic Antarctica: Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctic Circle Crossing via Buenos Aires tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.

COVID-19 Safety Measures

This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:

  • This tour has received the World Travel and Tourism Council’s ‘Safe Travels’ stamp, which provides travellers with assurance that COVID-19 health and hygiene protocols have been adhered to.
  • Group sizes are kept small to maintain a low risk ‘small group bubble’, with an average of 10 guests in each group.
  • Hygiene safety measures and distancing will be followed in transportation, accommodation and meal venues.
  • Several COVID-19 distancing measures have been adopted on this package tour to keep travellers safe.
  • All travellers will be required to be fully vaccinated no less than two weeks prior to travel.
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