Accommodation
Hotel (4 nts), onboard Explorer in triple, twin-share cabins, superior cabins or suites, (all with ensuite bathrooms and port holes) (18 nts). Please note that all cabins consist of two beds. Double beds are available in suites, subject to availability.
Food
All meals included while on board the ship, drinks extra. Farewell dinner included in Buenos Aries.
Transportation
M/S Explorer, flights, zodiac
Staff
8 Expedition staff/naturalists.
Group
Max 108
Budget
Allow USD80 for meals not included. For additional expenses, see dossier. Drinks and tips while on the Explorer are extra.
Included
- 18 nights on board ?Explorer? <br>- Buenos Aires Tango Show <br>- Visit to Tierra del Fuego National Park<br>- All meals included on board the ship <br>- 8 expedition staff and naturalists<br>- Scheduled visits to modern scientific research stations <br>- All shore excursions and Zodiac cruises in the Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica
Local payment
USD400
Spirit of Shackleton Package - M/S Explorer
Our Spirit of Shackleton expedition with included flights and extra days to relax and explore Buenos Aires and Ushuaia. Experience vast penguin rookeries and seal colonies on this journey to the Antarctic Peninsula, South Shetlands, Falkland Islands and South Georgia. A true wildlife adventure in the world?s most remote wilderness.Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive Buenos Aires
Arrive at any time.
Day 2 Fly to Ushuaia
Fly south to Ushuaia. Free afternoon and evening to enjoy the world?s southernmost city.
Day 3 Ushuaia Tierra del Fuego National Park
Enjoy a morning tour to Tierra del Fuego National Park before boarding the Explorer in the afternoon.
Day 4 At Sea
Meet your guides, ship crew and lecturers during the crossing. Learn the extraordinary human and natural history of the Antarctic region as we begin our lecture and information sessions.
Day 5-6 Falkland Islands
Rockhopper penguins, elephant seals and sea lions are abundant in the Falklands. Visit Port Stanley and its colourful, friendly inhabitants.
Day 7-8 At Sea
Sail east towards South Georgia, keeping your eye out for whales, seals and seabirds along the way.
Day 9-12 South Georgia
Visit South Georgia, a former whaling station and home to prolific wildlife and the grave of Shackleton himself. See a huge colony of king penguins, a highlight for many travellers.
Day 13-14 At Sea
Turn south and sail for two days, retracing Shackletons route backwards as we head towards Elephant Island and the Antarctic Peninsula.
Day 15-18 Antarctica
Step foot on Antarctica! Weather and ice permitting we make daily landings in the South Shetlands and Antarctic Peninsula. Possible landings include Paradise Harbour, Neko Harbour or Wilhelmina Bay. Cruise the Lemaire, Errera or Neumayer Channel, and visit scientific research stations and abandoned whaling stations, all the while being surrounded by abundant wildlife and otherworldly ice formations.
Day 19-20 Drake Passage
Reflect on our memorable adventure and take in some final lectures as we head back to Ushuaia. Keep your eyes peeled for a last chance to spot whales.
Day 21 Ushuaia
Have one final breakfast on the Explorer before heading to the airport and flying to Buenos Aires.
Day 22 Buenos Aires
Today is free to explore Buenos Aires. In the evening join your fellow travellers for a farewell dinner and Tango show.
Day 23 Depart Buenos Aires
Depart at your leisure
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