Highlights
A classic expedition voyage - exploring the Antarctic Peninsula
Delight in observing young penguins - leaving the nest for the first time
Celebrate the crossing of the Antarctic Circle - at latitude 66°33' South
Penguin rookeries - see Adelie, gentoo and chinstrap penguin
Enjoy the freedom of Antarctica - being in the vast, ice-sculpted Antarctic wilderness
Hear sonorous blows - of feeding humpback
Hear sonorous blows - of feeding humpback
Itinerary
Few journeys rival the thrill of crossing the Antarctic Circle—a feat at the heart of the "Across the Antarctic Circle - M/V Greg Mortimer" cruise trip. Over 13 days, this relaxed expedition for seasoned adventurers sets sail from Ushuaia, threading through the legendary Drake Passage to the Antarctic Peninsula. Marvel at surreal icebergs, soaring mountain ranges, and ethereal snow petrels as you navigate icy waterways, aiming for Crystal Sound at The Gullet’s mouth. Wildlife enthusiasts will thrill to sightings of orca, leopard seals, and feeding humpbacks. Each day brings opportunities for guided Zodiac excursions and landings, with transport, meals, and accommodation included. The unique selling point? Achieving the milestone of crossing latitude 66°33' South—a true Antarctic adventure that combines pristine wilderness with unforgettable wildlife encounters, all in the hands of expert guides.
day 1Join trip in Ushuaia
Arrive in Ushuaia (USH), where you will be met by a representative and transferred with your fellow expeditioners to your assigned pre-voyage hotel. If you are already in Ushuaia, we ask you to make your way to your hotel. Check-in is from 3 pm. This afternoon, visit the AE Expeditions hospitality desk in the hotel lobby, between 3pm and 7pm, to collect your luggage tags, and confirm if you wish to join the Lake Escondido pre-embarkation tour the following day. The team will confirm details regarding your embarkation day, answer any questions and provide you with information on where to dine or purchase last minute items.
Expeditioners arriving after 7.00 pm will find a welcome pack waiting for them at check-in and we ask you to visit the hospitality desk the following morning between 8am - 10am.
The remainder of your time is at leisure.
day 2Embark the M/V Greg Mortimer
day 3Drake Passage
day 4Drake Passage
day 5Antarctic Peninsula
day 6Antarctic Peninsula
day 7Antarctic Peninsula
day 8Antarctic Peninsula
day 9Antarctic Peninsula
day 10Antarctic Peninsula
day 11Drake Passage
day 12Drake Passage
day 13Trip ends in Ushuaia
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