Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica

22 days
Oct 2026 - Nov 2027
G Expedition - New
Included: hotels, transfers
Zodiac Landings
Whale Watching
In-depth Lectures

2026
2027

from

$15,059

per person

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from $15,059 per person

Challenge. Desolation. Unlimited wonder. It’s not difficult to grasp what attracted the great explorers to Antarctica. Get a personal appreciation for the struggle to tame the bottom of the world on this 22-day adventure to the land that entranced Ernest Shackleton and countless others since. Down here, you’ll explore the Falkland Islands, encounter abandoned whaling stations on South Georgia Island, and pay your respects at Shackleton’s grave. Elsewhere, you’ll catch up with penguins (king, chinstrap, gentoo, and Adélie varieties), learn all about them through daily lectures, get close to whales and cavorting seals from a Zodiac boat, and keep an eye peeled for towering icebergs and massive glaciers. Prepare to be astonished.

Itinerary

day 1 | Montevideo

Arrive in Montevideo at any time. Arrival transfer included. Enjoy the sights and sounds of Uruguay's capital city.


day 2 | Montevideo/South Atlantic Ocean

Embarkation on the G Expedition begins in the afternoon at the port of Montevideo.

Meals included: Breakfast | Dinner


day 3-5 | South Atlantic Ocean/Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

With course set southeast, become acquainted with the ship. Enjoy the lecture and educational sessions about the extraordinary human and natural history of the Antarctic region.

Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner


day 6-7 | Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)/Southern Ocean

The Falkland Islands provide a rare opportunity to witness the biological diversity and extraordinary scenery of the southern islands. Penguins are abundant here, and the Falklands have the largest black-browed albatross colony in the world. In Stanley, meet the hardy local inhabitants whose colourful houses provide contrast to the long, dark winters.

Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner


day 8-9 | Southern Ocean/South Georgia

With a course set for South Georgia, days at sea are filled with historical and biological lectures to prepare for landings. Look out for the many whales that inhabit these waters.

Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner


day 10-13 | South Georgia/Scotia Sea

Home to many interesting sites (including the grave of polar explorer Ernest Shackleton), South Georgia has several former whaling stations and boasts plenty of wildlife. Visit a huge colony of king penguins, a major highlight of this part of the journey. South Georgia is also home to over half of the world's enormous southern elephant seals, the largest of all seals. Keep an eye out for newly birthed southern elephant pups. Weather permitting, enjoy 3-4 days free to explore this island.

Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner


day 14-15 | South Shetland Islands/Antarctica

Plotting a southwesterly course across the Scotia Sea, sail for two days, retracing Shackleton's route backwards.

Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner


day 16-19 | South Shetland Islands/Drake Passage

Experience some of the most unique wildlife and awe-inspiring scenery in the South Shetland Islands, just north of the Antarctic Peninsula. Weather and ice conditions permitting, our goal is to attempt memorable shore landings daily and encounter gentoo, chinstrap, and Adélie penguin rookeries; Weddell, crabeater, and leopard seals; and orca, humpback, and minke whales in the cold Antarctic waters. The ship will attempt to reach the Antarctic Peninsula for a landing, weather and ice-permitting.

Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner


day 20-21 | Drake Passage/Ushuaia

Reflect on a memorable adventure and take in some final lectures en route to Ushuaia. Keep a careful look out for a last chance to spot whales.

Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner


day 22 | Ushuaia

Disembark in the morning.

Meals included: Breakfast


Ships

g expedition new

G Expedition - New

G Expedition: Your Vessel for Deep Polar Immersion
The extensively refurbished G Adventures 128-passenger vessel, the G Expedition, is purpose-built to navigate the planet's most pristine polar regions. This ship seamlessly blends rugged performance with modern comfort, offering an intimate and enriching way to experience the Arctic and Antarctica.

Refined Comfort and Community:
Step aboard the G Expedition and discover a vessel that has undergone a comprehensive upgrade. Every detail is designed for your comfort and enjoyment, from refreshed cabins with private ensuite bathrooms to enlarged and inviting social spaces. The ship’s architecture fosters a strong sense of community, allowing you to connect easily with fellow travellers and expert polar guides.

Advanced Performance and Sustainability:
The G Expedition is equipped with cutting-edge technology to ensure your journey is as smooth and quiet as possible while minimizing environmental impact. Key features include:

  • Ice Class 1A: Certifies the vessel for safe navigation through challenging ice-filled waters.

  • Upgraded Stabilizers and Modern Propulsion: These systems work in harmony to deliver exceptionally smooth sailing and stability in open seas.

  • Significantly Smaller Carbon Footprint: The new, highly-efficient engines and modern propulsion system dramatically reduce emissions, reflecting a deep commitment to sustainable polar travel.

Unmatched Access and Intimacy:
With a strict limit of just 128 passengers, the G Expedition offers an experience that larger vessels simply cannot match. This capacity is key to our philosophy of deep immersion: we aim to get every single guest out on excursions twice a day (weather permitting). This means less time waiting and more time doing what matters most—stepping off the ship to be fully immersed in the magic, the wildlife, and the profound silence of the Arctic and Antarctic wilderness.

For a list of G Expeditions sailings, explore here.



What's included

What's Included

  • 20 nights aboard the G Expedition

  • 1 nt hotel in Montevideo, on a twin share basis

  • Arrival and departure transfers

  • Zodiac excursions with our expert expedition team

  • Lectures and educational programs

  • Waterproof boots supplied for USA sizes 4 - 16

  • Expedition parka

Accommodations

  • Twin-share hotel (1 night), aboard the G Expedition in quad-, triple-, twin-share cabins, or suites (all with en suite bathrooms and porthole or window, 20 nights). Please note that all cabins consist of twin-size berths and are ocean-facing. Suites have one queen-size bed.

Meals

  • 21 breakfasts, 19 lunches, 20 dinners

  • Allow USD 25-35 for meals not included. Drinks and tips on board not included.

Transportation

  • G Expedition, Zodiac, private bus, walking.

Staff & experts

  • One expedition team member per 10 guests.


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