Across the Antarctic Circle - M/V Greg Mortimer
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- Polar expeditions and cruise
- Family
- Customizable
- duration 13 days
- tour type Small group Request as private
- age requirement 16-79 yrs
- max group size 16
- guiding method Fully guided
- Tour Code BM-36037
- Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
- Operated in English
- 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 penguins
- Enjoy the freedom of Antarctica - being in the vast, ice-sculpted Antarctic wilderness
- Hear sonorous blows - of feeding humpbacks
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Crossing the geographical milestone of the Antarctic Circle is a moment to celebrate. In this frozen area of extraordinary beauty, powerful orcas and leopard seals patrol the waters, while ethereal snow petrels grace the skies against a backdrop of bristling mountain ranges and surreal icebergs. Threading our way through an intricate system of icy waterways, we aim for the glorious Crystal Sound at the mouth of The Gullet. Get ready for an exciting Antarctic adventure, complemented by powerful whales, shimmering mountain ranges and mesmerising icebergs.
A classic expedition voyage - exploring the Antarctic Peninsula
Celebrate the crossing of the Antarctic Circle - at latitude 66°34' South
Enjoy the freedom of Antarctica - being in the vast, ice-sculpted Antarctic wilderness
Hear sonorous blows - of feeding humpbacks
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Day 1 : Join trip in Ushuaia
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Day 2 : Embark the M/V Greg Mortimer
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Day 3 : Drake Passage
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Day 4 : Drake Passage and South Shetland Islands
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Day 5 : Antarctic Peninsula
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Day 6 : Antarctic Peninsula
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Day 7 : Antarctic Peninsula
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Day 8 : Antarctic Peninsula
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Day 9 : Antarctic Peninsula
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Day 10 : Antarctic Peninsula
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Day 11 : Antarctic Peninsula
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Day 12 : Fly King George Island to Punta Arenas
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Day 13 : Trip ends in Punta Arenas
- 12 Breakfasts, 11 Lunches, 11 Dinners
- Hotel in Ushuaia to be confirmed (1 night)
- M/V Greg Mortimer (11 nights)
- Hotel in Punta Arenas to be confirmed (1 night)
- Expedition Crew
- Naturalist(s)
- M/V Greg Mortimer
- Zodiac
- Any international flights to/from Ushuaia are not included in this price. We always recommend that you arrive 1 day prior to your tour starting date.
- Travel insurance is not included in this Across the Antarctic Circle - M/V Greg Mortimer tour. Travel insurance is mandatory to buy. World Nomads' travel insurance has been designed by travelers for travelers.
- Personal Itinerary can be tweaked and customized.
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No additional cancellation fees apply for this Across the Antarctic Circle - M/V Greg Mortimer tour. You can cancel the tour up to 120 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 119 days of departure.
PaymentFor any tour departures within 26 July 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 26 July 2024, a deposit of 20% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 119 days before trip departure.
Travel InsuranceAcross the Antarctic Circle - M/V Greg Mortimer 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.
VisaFor this Across the Antarctic Circle - M/V Greg Mortimer 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.
For Solo TravelersA twin share room may not always be available for solo travelers as it depends on the final number of people on the tour. If you have picked twin share room while booking, and that option is not available, we will get back to you after booking. A single room might then be available against an additional fee.
COVID-19 Safety MeasuresThis trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:
- The average size of this tour is just 12 people.
- Rigorous hygiene safety measures will be followed in transportation, accommodation and meal venues.
- All travellers 18 years and older will be required to be either fully vaccinated atleast 14 days prior to departure or have taken a negative test (rapid antigen or PCR) Â within 72 hours of departure.