Antarctica Classic - M/S Expedition - Holiday with GAP Adventures. A true adventure to the world's most remote wilderness! Our 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 our voyage, our team of lecturers and guides will share their knowledge of the region's remarkable natural history.
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Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego, South Shetland Islands, Antarctic Peninsula, amazing wildlife, immense icebergs.
***Please note departures starting in or after November 2009 will be 1 day longer
11 days ex Ushuaia
Day 1 Arrive Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego, Argentina
Enjoy the sights and sounds of the worlds most southerly city. Arrive in Ushuaia at any time.
Day 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.
Day 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.
Day 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.
Day 9-10 Drake Passage
Today we begin our journey north to our home port 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.
Day 11 Depart Ushuaia Included Highlights
- 9 nights on board the M/S Expedition
- all meals included on board the ship
- 10 expedition staff and naturalists
- Scheduled visits to modern scientific research station
- all shore excursions and Zodiac cruises in Antarctica
- 1 night accommodation in Ushuaia
Group Size - Max 120 on M/S Expedition in Antarctica
Group Leader - 10 Expedition staff/naturalists.
Accommodation - Twin Share Hotel (1 night), On board M/S Expedition in triple, twin-share cabins, or suites (all with ensuite bathrooms and port holes or a window) (9 nts). Please note that all cabins consist of two beds and are outside facing. Double beds are available in suites, subject to availability.
Transport - M/S Expedition, zodiac.
Meals Included - All meals included onboard the ship, drinks at additional charge.
Meal Budget - All meals included while on board. Drinks and tips while on the ship are not included.
Notes
1. Read this itinerary as a guide only; our exact route and program varies according to ice and weather conditions and the wildlife we encounter. Flexibility is the key to the success of this expedition. Visits to research stations depend on final permission.
2. Shared triple cabins are same sex cabins only. Males and females can not stay in triple cabins together unless their traveling party has booked all berths in the cabin.
About G.A.P Adventures
In 1990 Bruce Poon Tip launched G.A.P Adventures with the belief that other travellers would share his desire to experience authentic adventures in a responsible and sustainable manner. We've grown from a one-man show to a company of over 500, and from a handful of trips in Latin America to hundreds of adventures spanning the globe... and beyond! Over 70,000 travellers experience the real world with us every year. What hasn't changed is our passion for making sure you get behind the scenes to experience the real world in an authentic and sustainable manner.
Date: 2009 - 22nd Nov, 1st Dec, 10th Dec. 2010 - Jan 6th, Feb 2nd, Feb 11th, Feb 20th, Mar 12th
Duration: 11 days ex Ushuaia
Price range: From: £1995
Price excludes: Flights, Meals, Travel Insurance, Visas, Personal Expenses
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