Iceberg and view from the bow of the Akademic Ioffe, Paradise Bay, Antarctica
 
 

ANTARCTIC EXPLORER

Adult Group Holidays Leisurely Wilderness Wildlife RT Trip Specific Special Interest Polar Expedition

12 days from GBP3,590 to GBP6,130 land only
Tripcode: PSX

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Countries Visited: Antarctica, Argentina

The South Shetland Islands and the channels of the Antarctic Peninsula form arguably the most spectacular and certainly the most pristine wilderness on earth.

Zodiac and Minke Whale near Neko Harbour, Antarctica

This is an astonishing adventure into the heart of the Peninsula. It is a heady and inspiring cocktail of towering blue icebergs which refract searing blues and greens, whether against a piercing clear sky or a slate grey one. It is home to an extraordinary array of wildlife: penguins of almost all descriptions, leopard and smaller seals and the incredible whales, seen from the shore, the Zodiacs and from on board. This is a journey that appeals to many: photographers, wildlife enthusiasts, ornithologists or those who simply want to marvel at the peaks of Deception Island or the striking colours of Iceberg Alley in the most immaculate wilderness anywhere.

 

RT TripWhat 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.

ANTARCTIC EXPLORER
Day 1
Start Ushuaia, night in hotel.
Day 2
Board the ship and sail along the Beagle Channel.
Day
3 - 4
Cross the Drake Passage.
 
Day
5 - 9
Explore the Antarctic Peninsula.
 
Day
10 - 11
Sail back through the Drake Passage.
 
Day 12
Disembark in Ushuaia. End Ushuaia.

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Iceberg and view from the bow of the Akademic Ioffe, Paradise Bay, Antarctica
Zodiac and Minke Whale near Neko Harbour, Antarctica Adelie penguin and chick Zodiac seen through iceberg in Antarctica Penguin jumping out of sea Gentoo penguin at Neko Harbour, with Zodiac and Ioffe, in the Antarctic

Iceberg and view from the bow of the Akademic Ioffe, Paradise Bay, Antarctica

 
 

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