Quest for the Antarctic Circle

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Wildlife Trekking and Hiking Kayaking and canoeing Self Guided

Carbon neutral

14 daysDuration

Group TourJoin a group of travelers

26 peopleMaximum group size

10 - 100 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Easy

Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

Starts

Ushuaia, Argentina

Ends

Ushuaia, Argentina

Highlights

Spend seven full days exploring the Antarctic Peninsula.

Go farther south than most have ever gone.

Spend time on deck searching for whales and watching soaring albatross.

Get up close and personal with a variety of penguin species.

Discover the intricacies of the Antarctic region through our on-board lecture program

Quest for the Antarctic Circle

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Itinerary

Ever wondered what it’s like to cross the Antarctic Circle? The "Quest for the Antarctic Circle" photography tour offers seasoned explorers a 14-day voyage from Ushuaia, journeying through the Drake Passage and along the wild western coast of the Antarctic Peninsula. Experience close-up encounters with penguin rookeries, whales, and icy landscapes aboard a specially designed expedition ship. The expert staff’s knowledge and the ship’s maneuverability make this much more than a cruise—it’s a true expedition. The defining highlight is the rare opportunity to reach the Antarctic Circle, offering a sense of discovery and pristine beauty that few travelers ever experience.

day 1 - Ushuaia

Arrive in Ushuaia at any time. Arrival transfer included. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the world's most southerly city.

Accomodation:Albatros Hotel (or similar)

Transport:Private Vehicle

day 2 - Ushuaia/Drake Passage

Enjoy a free morning in Ushuaia. Do any last minute shopping, explore the town, or visit the surrounding countryside. Embarkation on the Expedition begins in the afternoon at the port in Ushuaia. Enjoy the evening sailing through the Beagle Channel.
Opt to visit the magnificent Tierra del Fuego National Park today before boarding the ship.

Meal:Breakfast and Dinner

Transport:Expedition

Included Activities:Embarkation of the Expedition

Optional Activities:Tierra del Fuego National Park Visit

day 3 - 4 - Drake Passage/South Shetland Islands

The adventure begins with an 1000 km (600 mi) crossing of the passage named in honour of 16th-century English sea captain and privateer, Sir Francis Drake. The ship is at home in this part of the Southern Ocean. Enjoy daily lectures from the expedition team and keep an eye out for icebergs, whales, and albatross following in the Expedition's wake.
The Expedition is at home in this part of the Southern Ocean, known for the unimpeded never ending fetch of the winds that encircle the Antarctic.

As the Expedition crosses the passage there will be time to become acquainted with the ship and frequent the common areas that include the lounge, dining hall, library and lecture hall where we meet our guides, ship’s crew and expedition staff.

Begin lectures and information sessions to learn the extraordinary human and natural history of the Antarctic region.

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Transport:Expedition

Included Activity:Daily lectures and educational program

day 5 - 6 - South Shetland Islands/Antarctic Peninsula

Encounter some of the region's unique wildlife and awe-inspiring scenery while setting foot on the Antarctic continent. Attempt two shore landings per Day (weather permitting) and encounter gentoo, chinstrap, and Adélie penguin rookeries; Weddell, crabeater, and leopard seals; and orca, humpback, and minke whales in the cold Antarctic waters.
This is what we've all been waiting for - a chance to step foot on the Great White Continent! Over the next four days the Expedition will navigate southwards making stops in the South Shetland Islands then through the Bransfield Strait and to the Antarctic Peninsula.

Our goal is to attempt two excursions per day while navigating through the area but our itinerary and daily schedule will be based on the local weather and ice conditions.

The peninsula also has a remarkable human history; during the voyage, learn about some of the most important and dramatic expeditions to this remote corner of the world.

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Transport:Expedition

Included Activities:Zodiac Landings, Daily lectures and educational program, Daily Briefings and Recaps on board the Expedition

Optional Activities:Polar Plunge

day 7 - 8 - Antarctic Peninsula/Antarctic Circle

With a close eye on weather conditions, continue southward along the western coast of the Antarctic Peninsula. Passing colossal icebergs and countless colonies of penguins, push on with the goal in mind - crossing the Antarctic Polar Circle. Few travelers have ventured this far south, but with our fully equipped ice-strengthened vessel and favourable sea conditions, the Expedition can access many remote locations other ships just can't reach.

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Transport:Expedition

Included Activities:Zodiac Landings, Daily lectures and educational program, Daily Briefings and Recaps on board the Expedition

day 9 - 11 - Antarctic Circle/Drake Passage

Turn north for the first time to continue exploring the Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands.
Continue our exploration of the peninsula and the then into the South Shetland while moving North again. Keeping a close eye out for wildlife there might be opportunities to do some whale watching or even go for a polar plunge in the Southern waters.

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Transport:Expedition

Included Activities:Daily lectures and educational program, Zodiac Landings, Daily Briefings and Recaps on board the Expedition

Optional Activities:Polar Plunge

day 12 - Drake Passage

Leave Antarctica and head north across the Drake Passage. In between bird watching and whale watching and enjoying some final lectures by the expedition staff, this is a chance to relax and review the adventures of the past week before returning to Ushuaia.
Remember, the best way to experience the wildlife of the Drake Passage is to be on deck keeping a look out for Albatross, Prions and Whales!

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Transport:Expedition

Included Activity:Daily lectures and educational program

day 13 - Drake Passage/Ushuaia

Begin your journey to your home port of Ushuaia. Review the highlights of your Antarctic experience with our lecturers and staff, and keep your eyes open on the observation deck for some last-minute whale sightings.

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Transport:Expedition

day 14 - Ushuaia

Disembark the Expedition after breakfast.

Meal:Breakfast

Included Activity:Departure Day