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Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent (Ocean Explorer)

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11 daysDuration
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189 peopleMaximum group size
18 - 99 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Easy
Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.
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Highlights

Explore the remarkable Antarctic Peninsula

Incredible wildlife viewing including seabirds, penguins, seals and whales

Travel on a small expedition vessel

Accompanied by extremely qualified Expedition Staff

Itinerary

It is a heady and inspiring cocktail of towering blue icebergs which refract searing blues and greens, whether against piercing clear skies or slate grey ones. It is home to an extraordinary array of wildlife: penguins of almost all descriptions, Leopard and smaller seals and whales, seen from the shore, the Zodiacs and from on board. This is a journey that appeals to many: photographers, wildlife enthusiasts, ornithologists or those who simply want to marvel at the peaks of Deception Island or the striking colours of Iceberg Alley in the most immaculate wilderness anywhere.

day 1Start Ushuaia, Argentina

Begin your journey in Ushuaia, a small but bustling port town at the tip of South America. This Argentine town is an ideal gateway for you to explore the southern extent of Patagonia while preparing for your adventure ahead. Get active in the mountains or enjoy handcrafted chocolate at a café in town.

day 2Board ship and sail along the Beagle Channel

day 3 - 4Cross the Drake Passage

day 5 - 8South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula

day 9 - 10Sail back through the Drake Passage

day 11Disembark and end in Ushuaia

What's Included

Accommodation
All accommodation: 9 nights on the ship, 1 night hotel in Ushuaia
Transport
All transport and listed activities
Guide
Tour leader throughout and qualified Expedition Staff
Others
All meals while on the ship

Customer Reviews

4.8

based on 23 reviews
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5.0 | Excellent

Antarctic Explorer

An amazing experience. Awe inspiring.

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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Worth every penny!

So many pinch me moments every single day... Penguins are just incredible to see waddling along their penguin highways, spectacular whale watching, stunning icebergs. I'd go again tomorrow! Loved the camping, paddling and polar plunge. Do it all! You won't regret it. Fabulous trip, great bunch of people, delicious food.

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5.0 | Excellent

ANTARCTIC EXPLORER

An absolutely amazing trip that surpassed all expectations. The cabin was bigger than expected, the food great, the wildlife plentiful and close, the crew were friendly, organisation was superb and there was so much to do I didn't even get to read my book!

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4.0 | Very Good

ANTARCTIC EXPLORER

A magical adventure amongst the whales, penguins and spectacular ice formations. I would have given this 5 stars but I get terminally seasick and loathe boats so 4 was the best possible really!!

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4.0 | Very Good

ANTARCTIC EXPLORER

Great boat, fantastic experiences, good mix of people

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