Crossing the Antarctic Circle from Ushuaia

Name: Crossing the Antarctic Circle from Ushuaia
Brand: Intrepid Travel
SKU: BM-3311
Price: 10495 USD
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Rating: 4.5 (103 reviews)

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Safari
Sailing, yachting and motor boating
Adventure
Wildlife

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duration 14 days
tour type Group
age requirement 8+ years old
max group size 189
guiding method Live Guide/Instructor
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Starts Ushuaia, Argentina
Ends Ushuaia, Argentina

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HIGHLIGHTS Download trip notes

Follow in the path of legendary explorers as you cross the (sometime turbulent) Drake Passage. Weather permitting, squeeze through the photogenic Lemaire Channel between the mountains of Booth Island and the Antarctic continent
This is one for the wildlife lovers too get up close to minke, humpback and orca whales, gentoo, Adelie and chinstrap penguins, with albatross overhead. If you're lucky, you may even catch a glimpse of a leopard seal
Few people ever get the opportunity to set foot on the Great White Continent or venture as deep into Antarctica as past the Antarctic Circle, but you'll be one of the unique few
There are lots of possible Zodiac landing sites and activities, allowing you to see the spectacular Antarctic Peninsula from multiple perspectives

The trip Crossing The Antarctic Circle From Ushuaia starts and ends in Ushuaia. This is a polar expeditions and cruise trip that takes 14 days taking you through Ushuaia, Drake Passage, Ushuaia and Antarctic Peninsula in Antarctica and Argentina. This is a guided group trip that includes accommodation, transport, meals and others.

Cast off from Ushuaia, Argentina, to embark on an adventure to one of the most beautiful and remote locations on the planet. Sail across the notorious Drake Passage bound for the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula. Explore a world covered in ice and snow; marvel at the odd shapes and spectacular hues of drifting icebergs; spot albatross, cormorants, seals, penguins and whales; and discover the land of the midnight sun - the blues and whites of Antarctica are truly breathtaking.

CUSTOMER REVIEWS ABOUT INTREPID TRAVEL

4.5 - Excellent

Based on 103 reviews

Juergen's review for another Intrepid Travel tour

4 - Very Good

Juergen
From Japan
On Jan 04 2019

“Mixture is great but some hotels should/must be changed
First Hotel in Ubud should be changed (smell in the room, dark)
Last Hotel in Sanur must be changed. After the other hotels, this standard "business" hotel is not an adequate end of the tour. Simply no atmosphere”

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4 - Very Good

Anonymous
From USA
On Mar 02 2019

“This trip took us to see parts of Thailand less frequented by tourists. It was well organized, offered good food and a good mix of activities and private time. Our guide Damrong Thepkong, was very professional and kept everything moving”

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5 - Excellent

Karolina
From Poland
On Nov 25 2019

“Excellent”

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ITINERARY Expand All

Day 1: Ushuaia
Day 2: Embarkation
Day 3-4: Drake Passage
Day 5-7: Antarctic Peninsula
Day 8-9: Antarctic Circle
Day 10-11: Antarctic Peninsula
Day 12-13: Drake Passage
Day 14: Disembark in Ushuaia

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Accommodation

12 nights Cruise Ship, 1 night Hotel

Meals

13 Breakfasts, 11 Lunches, 12 Dinners

Transport

Ship , Zodiac

Guide

An expert tour leader

WHAT'S EXCLUDED

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 Crossing the Antarctic Circle from Ushuaia tour. Travel insurance is mandatory to buy. We recommend purchasing it from World Nomads.

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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Crossing the Antarctic Circle from Ushuaia tour. You can cancel the tour up to 24 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 23 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 07 June 2021, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 07 June 2021, a deposit of 20% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 23 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

Crossing the Antarctic Circle from Ushuaia tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. We recommend using World Nomads' travel insurance.

Visa

For this Crossing the Antarctic Circle from Ushuaia 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 travelling to, as part of this itinerary.

Is this trip right for you:

Although our ice strengthened ships are big and sturdy, Antarctic waters can be unpredictable and rough. Some people may experience seasickness, especially through the Drake Passage and other open water crossings. Please be prepared with medications to combat this. There is also a doctor on-board should you need further assistance.
As you’d expect, temperatures in the Antarctic are freezing. A warm parka will be provided along with waterproof boots and unlimited hot drinks, but you should also bring base layers and lots of warm clothing. Please see the 'Packing' section of the Essential Trip Information for details.
Weather depending, you will be making regular excursions in a Zodiac boat to explore the local area and look for wildlife. It can get very cold and wet on the Zodiac, so make sure you are dressed appropriately and that you keep your camera safe and dry. Sturdy sea legs are needed as you make wet and dry landings from the boat, and on steep terrain, snow and other uneven surfaces. Some ships have a lot of stairs, so please hold on to the handrails if seas are rough.
The weather plays a pivotal part in this adventure and although there’s an itinerary in place, there are no guarantees that you’ll be able to do everything that is planned for. A level of flexibility and openness to embracing the unexpected are important in expedition travel, especially to such a remote area. There are nearly 200 recognised sites in the Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetlands; the places mentioned in the itinerary may need to be changed to others (which are equally as interesting). We may also be confined to the ship during rough weather. The on-board library and educational lectures are ideal ways for keeping entertained.

COVID-19 Safety Measures

This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:

This tour has received the World Travel and Tourism Council’s Safe Travels stamp, which provides travellers with assurance that COVID-19 health and hygiene global standardised protocols have been adopted.
Departures will be limited to an average group size of 10 travellers to ensure COVID-19 safety for all travellers.
Hygiene protocols have been adopted on this tour. Wearing a mask, hand washing and sanitizing, physical distancing is highly encouraged, and frequently touched surfaces are regularly disinfected.
Distancing measures have been implemented to safeguard against COVID-19.

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