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Antarctica Classic (GAA) – 11 Days from $3,875 CAD
A true adventure to the world's most remote wilderness! This 11-day Antarctica Classic expedition focuses on the South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula, home to some of the planet's most impressive wildlife and dramatic landscapes. Throughout your voyage, the team of lecturers and guides will share their knowledge of the region's remarkable natural history.
Itinerary
| Day: |
Description: |
| 1 |
Arrive Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego, Argentina:
Enjoy the sights and sounds of the world's most southerly city. Arrive in Ushuaia at any time. |
| 2 |
Embark upon the M/S Expedition:
Embarkation on the Expedition begins in the afternoon at the port in Ushuaia. We enjoy the evening sailing through the Beagle Channel |
| 3-4 |
Drake Passage:
Our adventure begins with a 400-mile crossing of the passage that bears the name of the 16th-century English explorer Sir Francis Drake. The ship is at home in this part of the Southern Ocean. Take in daily lectures from your expedition team and keep an eye out for the first sightings of icebergs, whales, and albatross following in the ship's wake. |
| 5-8 |
Antarctic Peninsula & South Shetland Islands:
Experience some of the most unique wildlife viewing and inspiring scenery in the world as you set foot on the Antarctic continent. Take two excursions per day (conditions permitting), 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 Peninsula also has a remarkable human history. During the voyage we will learn about some of the most important and dramatic expeditions to this remote corner of the world. |
| 9-10 |
Drake Passage:
Today we begin our journey north to our homeport of Ushuaia. Review the highlights of our Antarctic experience with our lecturers and staff, and keep your eyes open on the observation deck for some final whale sightings. |
| 11 |
Depart Ushuaia:
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