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South Georgia and Antarctic Peninsula: Penguin Safari

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18 daysDuration
Cruise TourExperience this tour on a cruise
20 peopleMaximum group size
8 - 99 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Strenuous
Highly demanding activities designed for individuals with excellent physical fitness.

Highlights

See South Georgia’s incredible wildlife, including 30 breeding bird species and four penguin species

Follow in the wake of Sir Ernest Shackleton’s perilous voyages to South Georgia and pause for a moment at his grave site

Explore the Antarctic Peninsula by ship, Zodiac and foot

Enjoy presentations on wildlife, history, glaciology & geology by our onboard polar experts

Immerse yourself in the icy realm of the Antarctic, with an optional paddling excursion

Itinerary

Set sail for untamed beauty with the "South Georgia and Antarctic Peninsula: Penguin Safari" cruise, a once-in-a-lifetime 18-day tour that starts and ends in Ushuaia. Cruise through the wildlife haven of South Georgia, where king penguins and elephant seals greet you in epic numbers, and pay homage to explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton. Continue to the soaring peaks and icy expanses of the Antarctic Peninsula, where Zodiac excursions, glacier hikes, and encounters with curious penguins await. The tour’s standout feature is the use of the state-of-the-art Ultramarine vessel, offering pioneering flightseeing and a wider range of adventure options than any other ship in its class—an unmatched opportunity to experience the Antarctic’s raw splendor.

day 1Arrive in Ushuaia, Argentina

You will begin your journey in Ushuaia, a small but bustling port at the tip of South America. It’s the 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 2Embarkation in Ushuaia

days 3 to 6At Sea

days 7 to 9South Georgia

What's Included

Accommodation
Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeepingAll shore landings per the daily program
Meals
Beer and house wine during dinnerCoffee, tea and cocoa available around the clock
Guide
Leadership throughout the voyage by our experienced Expedition Leader
Others
All Zodiac transfers and cruising per the daily programFormal and informal presentations by our Expedition Team and special guests as scheduledPhotographic journal documenting the expeditionWaterproof expedition boots on loan for shore landingsOfficial Quark Expeditions® parka to keepComplimentary reusable water bottleHair dryer and bathrobe in every cabinComprehensive onboard materials, including a map and an informative Arctic/Antarctic ReaderAll miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the programAll luggage handling aboard the shipEmergency evacuation insurance to a maximum benefit of US$500, 000 per personMandatory price included

Good to Know

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