HIGHLIGHTS
- Dare to brave the notoriously rough two-day Drake Passage sea crossing
- Compare monumental icebergs in the Gerlache Strait and Antarctic Sound as you head to the Weddell Sea
- Get up close to hundreds of penguins as they gather in their thousands in their natural habitat
- Keep an eye out at sea for breaching whales and huge albatross overhead
- Listen to our engaging polar experts and learn tips from our team of experienced photographers
DATES / RATES
Rates are listed per person
|
| Start Date | End Date | From EUR | From USD |
|---|
| Jan 08, 2024 | Jan 21, 2024 | 15,228 |
16,550 |
Rates are listed per person
|
| Start Date | End Date | From EUR | From USD |
|---|
| Jan 08, 2024 | Jan 21, 2024 | 15,228 |
16,550 |
ITINERARY
DAY
1: USHUAIA
Ushuaia
is the gateway to the White Continent. Found at the southernmost tip of
South America in Argentinian Patagonia, the city is often described as
“the End of the World”. The city’s
mountain backdrop rises above the harbour and entrance to the Beagle
Channel. The town itself is walkable and has a few small museums as
well as pubs, restaurants and cafes - a good place to try Patagonian
lamb cooked over open fire pits.
DAY
2-4: AT SEA
Sea
days are rarely dull. Take the time to sit back and let the world go
by. The ship’s observation decks provide stunning views of
the passing ocean. A day at sea gives you the opportunity to mingle
with other passengers and share your experiences of this incredible
trip or head to our library which is stocked full of reference books.
Get an expert’s view in one of our on-board lectures or
perhaps perfect your photography skills with invaluable advice from our
onboard professional photographers.
DAY
5: MARGUERITE BAY
Should
the weather and sea ice conditions be on our side, we’ll
venture into the Antarctic Circle to Marguerite Bay. Located below
66°33' South, this region is rarely visited due to the almost
year-round sea ice. Here we’ll be searching for the whale
pods that frequent the area, leopard seals, Adélie penguin
rookeries and other birdlife. There are also several scientific
research bases here that we can land at if conditions are favourable.
DAY
6-10: ANTARCTIC PENINSULA
Among
captivating glaciers, majestic icebergs and snowy islands, the
Antarctic Peninsula is where most visitors to the White Continent will
live out their Antarctica dream. The Antarctic Peninsula, the most
accessible area of the continent, hosts several scientific bases and
some of the most interesting wildlife scenery, such as the extremely
photogenic Lemaire Channel. Shore excursions might include Petermann
Island, where among Adelie penguins, blue-eyed shags and skuas, huge,
lumbering elephant seals haul out.
DAY
11-12: AT SEA
Today
as you sail, you’ll bask in the endless comforts of your
ship. From the deck, marvel at the dramatic sea views. Relax with a
nurturing facial treatment or massage in the spa or delve into the
ship’s learning resources. Or, simply take refuge in your
cabin and enjoy the opportunity to rest.
DAY
13: USHUAIA
Ushuaia
is the gateway to the White Continent. Found at the southernmost tip of
South America in Argentinian Patagonia, the city is often described as
“the End of the World”. The city’s
mountain backdrop rises above the harbour and entrance to the Beagle
Channel. The town itself is walkable and has a few small museums as
well as pubs, restaurants and cafes - a good place to try Patagonian
lamb cooked over open fire pits.
SH Diana (Luxury Expedition, 192-guests)
The 2023-built SH Diana will be providing elegant and spacious 5-star
accommodation for 192 guests in 96 spacious staterooms and suites, the
vast majority with large balconies.
(Click image to view Ship details)
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Return flights: Buenos Aires to Ushuaia
- One night pre-cruise accommodation with breakfast in a 4/5* hotel or onboard
- All transfers between the hotel, port and airport
- Onboard accommodation
- All meals onboard including room service 24 hours a day
- Coffee, tea, soft drinks & select alcoholic beverages 24 hours a day
- Lecture programmes by our experienced expedition team and guest speakers
- Shore excursion programme led by our expert expedition team
- Branded Swan Hellenic expedition parka
- Use of rubber boots for shore landings
- Standard WIFI
- Onboard gratuities & port taxes
- Itineraries are correct at time of publishing and may be subject to change
