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Welcome to the starting point of our journey to Antarctica. Ushuaia is the southernmost city on the planet, located at the foot of the Andes on the shores of the picturesque Beagle Channel. We’ll spend the night in the hotel.
In the afternoon, we’ll embark on the Sea Spirit expedition ship and head out to sea through the scenic Beagle Channel. The next land we step on will already be Antarctica!
It's time to get acquainted with the Sea Spirit because it will be our home for the next 10 days. You can fully enjoy its comfort and facilities.
In a company of like-minded people you can share impressions and inspire each other to new discoveries on this incredible journey.
Let's explore the fantastic world of the uncharted continent. Upon reaching Antarctica, we'll take every opportunity for shore landings. However, all our activities depend on weather and ice conditions. Please note that this is a tentative schedule that can be changed. The locations mentioned below are the places we plan to visit in favorable conditions.
In Neko Harbour, you’ll witness massive icebergs breaking off from the Antarctic ice shelves and crashing into the sea. Explore Paradise Bay, a place that amazes with icebergs of intricate shapes and colors. The waters of the bay are often visited by large whales, so keep you cameras at hand.
On Cuverville Island, you'll meet penguins. According to the rules, travelers should not approach penguins within a distance of less than 5 meters. But these charming local inhabitants often chase Antarctic visitors themselves, trying to climb on the boots or into the bag left on the shore! :)
The majestic cliffs of Booth Island and Cape Renard stand at the entrance to one of the most beautiful passages in Antarctica and the whole Earth — Lemaire Channel, nicknamed "Kodak Gap". According to the calculations of polar explorers, in the "pre-digital" era, up to 600 kilometers of photographic film were used here every year!
Brace yourself for the salty spray on your face during excursions on Zodiac boats — we plan to admire huge static icebergs in Pleneau Bay. Whales right by the side of your expedition boat, leopard seals resting on ice floes — we often encounter these Antarctic inhabitants in the Gerlache Strait.
Ready for some Antarctic swimming? The penguins of Deception Island are probably already accustomed to the "crazy" travelers who joyfully swim in the coastal waters. Volcanic activity heats the water along the coast, which than mixes with the flows of cold water.
Today, we’ll leave Antarctica and head back north, crossing the waters of the Drake Passage toward civilization.
On the way back you'll have time to recall the brightest moments of the last few days, share you impressions and let this corner of the planet hold a special place in your heart.
After breakfast, it's time to bid farewell to the Sea Spirit vessel. We’ll return to Ushuaia. However, harsh, wild, and magnificent beauty of Antarctica has surely given you a revelation that will make you see ordinary things of life in a new light. Transfer to the airport and fly home.
Final price depends on the type of accommodation. See the details in the “Accommodation” section.
The journey begins in Ushuaia, Argentina, where you should get on your own. The group will meet at Ushuaia Airport (USH). Group transfer to the hotel on the first day of the tour is included in the price. The details will be provided later.
Group transfer to the airport on the last day of the tour is included in the price.
Note: We kindly ask you not to purchase the tickets until the manager sends you a confirmation and guarantees that the tour will take place.
Ushuaia:
In the daytime: +12°C … +14°C. At night: +4°C … +6°C. Rain and thunderstorms are possible.
Drake Passage:
Storms are possible.
Antarctic Peninsula:
In the daytime: -36°C … -34°C. At night: -42°C … -38°C. Clear or cloudy.
The proper expedition ship is the key to exciting Antarctic cruise. It should be small and comfortable, like Sea Spirit. On board, guests can enjoy spacious suites and sophisticated leisure areas; at the same time, the vessel retains the maneuverability and special atmosphere. Unlike big cruise ships, on board the Sea Spirit you won't feel like lost in the big city. Sea Spirit is available for up to 114 passengers, which provides an individual approach and excellent service. You’ll be part of a like-minded people group with the main goal – to explore the fantastic world of Antarctica.
Number of passengers: 3
Area: 21 m2
Facilities: 2 twin beds or 1 king-size bed, a convertible sofa, wardrobe, en-suite bathroom (toilet, shower), safe, refrigerator, satellite telephone, TV/DVD, individual temperature control, hair dryer, window.
Number of passengers: 2
Area: 23 m2
Facilities: 2 twin beds or 1 king-size bed, wardrobe, en-suite bathroom (toilet, shower), refrigerator, satellite telephone, TV/DVD, individual temperature control, safe, hair dryer, porthole.
Number of passengers: 1
Area: 21 m2
Facilities: 1 king-size bed, wardrobe, en-suite bathroom (toilet, shower), refrigerator, satellite telephone, TV/DVD, individual temperature control, safe, hair dryer, window.
Number of passengers: 2
Area: 21 m2
Facilities: 2 twin beds or 1 king-size bed, wardrobe, en-suite bathroom (toilet, shower), refrigerator, satellite telephone, TV/DVD, individual temperature control, safe, hair dryer, window.
Number of passengers: 2
Area: 20 m2
Facilities: 2 twin beds or 1 king-size bed, wardrobe/closet, en-suite bathroom (toilet, shower), refrigerator, satellite telephone, TV/DVD, individual temperature control, safe, hair dryer, window overlooking the promenade of the Club Deck.
Number of passengers: 2
Area: 24 m2
Facilities: 2 twin beds or 1 king-size bed, wardrobe/closet, en-suite bathroom (toilet, shower), refrigerator, satellite telephone, TV/DVD, individual temperature control, safe, hair dryer, private balcony with a sliding glass door.
Number of passengers: 2
Area: 30 m2
Facilities: 2 twin beds or 1 king-size bed, wardrobe, en-suite bathroom (toilet, shower), refrigerator, satellite telephone, TV/DVD, individual temperature control, safe, hair dryer, lounge area, private balcony with a sliding glass door.
Number of passengers: 2
Area: 63 m2
Facilities: separate sleeping area with 1 king-size bed, convertible sofa; separate living room with game and meeting area, wardrobe, en-suite bathroom (toilet, jacuzzi), refrigerator, satellite telephone, HD plasma TV, BOSE stereo system, individual temperature control, safe, hair dryer, sliding glass door leads to a private terrace on the deck.
Upon request, it is possible to spend one night in a tent or sleeping bag on the shores of Antarctica (for an additional fee). This experience will let you feel like a polar explorer. The price includes rental of all necessary equipment. Please inform the manager in advance if you are interested!
To participate, the tourists should be in good physical condition and prepared for extremely low temperatures.
For kayaking, at least some relevant experience and good physical shape are required.
All activities are accessible only in good weather conditions.
On this cruise you’ll join a Russian-speaking group.
This cruise takes place in a remote and hard-to-reach region. All activities during the trip are subject to ice and weather conditions and are determined by the expedition leader and captain. The actual route of the expedition may differ from the announced. Watching animals cannot be guaranteed.
Note: numbers of places in the activities groups are limited, so please let us know if you'd like to attend in advance. We’ll reserve a spot for you.
For this trip, it is necessary to purchase medical insurance with the coverage of emergency evacuation from remote areas (with a minimum coverage of $200,000).
The price of the cruise may vary depending on the exchange rate.
All meals on board the expedition ship (coffee, cocoa, tea at the coffee station – 24 hours) are included in price. Other beverages are available at an additional cost.
Please ask the manager for up-to-date information on the required documents related to COVID-19.
Available everywhere on board.
Antarctica is one of the most remote corners of the world. Many travelers dream of visiting the White Continent. Fortunately, the times when only polar explorers and members of scientific expeditions could set foot on its shores are over.
Now anyone can visit Antarctica by embarking on a comfortable and safe cruise aboard the expedition ship "Sea Spirit". An exciting adventure that you can confidently share with your loved ones! You’ll be surrounded by wild nature, ice, and icebergs, see with your own eyes the edge of the Earth and its inhabitants: humpback whales, seals peacefully resting on ice floes, colonies of penguins, seagulls, and albatrosses.
You can expect an incredibly fulfilling program in a Russian-speaking group: