ANTARCTIC CIRCLE QUEST
17 days at GBP9,100 including flights
Tripcode: PSC
One of the most exciting voyages in the South Seas, going south of the Antarctic Circle and beyond, into waters untouched by all but the lucky few
The aim on this voyage is to head as far south as ice and weather permit. The adventure begins in earnest when approaching the Antarctic Circle. The ice-rated ship enables us to navigate through some of the world's most breathtaking waterways - many littered with brash ice, 'growlers' and colossal, stunning icebergs. After a few days exploring the 'deep south', there are further shore excursions on the northerly route along the Antarctic Peninsula. The ship is small enough to navigate through the narrow Lemaire Channel, with glacial walls towering high on both sides, leading to a jigsaw of jewel-like islands that are home to penguin rookeries, whales, elephant seals and countless seabirds. If you can spare the extra time, the rewards of such a unique icy pilgrimage are immeasurable.
Exodus Exclusive Voyage
The mid-February voyage with Paul Goldstein and Chris Packham on board should be a bit special. In the middle of high season it is superb for ice, penguins and particularly whales. This will be an intense photographic expedition, running without sterile timetables, making the very most of the long daylight hours, and with no shortage of photographic and wildlife advice on board. Unbelievable close-up encounters with whales in this pristine wilderness will be high on the agenda.
What makes this trip responsible?
Responsible Travel
We take extremely seriously our responsibility to minimise our impact on these pristine areas. Exodus is a Full Member of the International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO) and has agreed to abide by one of the tourism world's most conscientious codes of conduct. Quark Expeditions, our ship operator, is also a member of the Association of Arctic Expedition Cruise Operators (AECO), which covers operations in Spitzbergen.
However, perhaps the single most important thing any polar travel company can do, is educate their clients to travel sensitively and compassionately. Our expedition team on each ship takes this part of their role very seriously, and looks forward to explaining how everyone can play their part.
| Day 1 | Fly to Buenos Aires. |
| Day 2 | Arrive Buenos Aires; onward flight to Ushuaia. |
| Day 3 | Board the ship and sail along the Beagle Channel. |
| Day 4 - 5 |
Cross the Drake Passage. |
| Day 6 | Explore the southern region of the Antarctic Peninsula. Attempt to cross the Antarctic Circle. |
| Day 7 - 13 |
Explore the Antarctic Peninsula. |
| Day 14 - 15 |
Sail back through the Drake Passage. |
| Day 16 | Disembark in Ushuaia, fly to Buenos Aires; overnight Buenos Aires. |
| Day 17 | Morning free before afternoon flight to London. |
| Day 18 | Arrive London. |
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Gentoo penguin on iceberg in the Antarctic
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