Peninsula, Falklands and South Georgia
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Highlights
Enjoy shore landings and Zodiac cruises past glistening icebergs
Marvel at towering mountains and exquisite blue-hued icebergs
Visit the world’s largest king penguin rookeries
Choose from a range of adventure options
Learn about the old whaling stations and research facilities
See beaches filled with basking elephant and fur seals
Why this trip...
Choice of vessels
We offer a wide choice of small ships from simple budget-conscious options to purpose-built luxury vessels
Immersive exploration
Immerse yourself in your surroundings on a true exploration of remote and spectacular areas
Expertly guided
In-depth knowledge and expertise will enrich your experience on this trip
Overview
Experience the abundant wildlife and dramatic landscapes of the Falkland Islands and South Georgia as well as the Antarctic Peninsula on this comprehensive voyage. Considered by many to be one of the most beautiful places on earth, South Georgia has a huge range of wildlife in its bays, harbours and fjords including vast colonies of king penguins.
Enjoy breathtaking scenery comprising icy waterways, sweeping glaciers, icebergs and rugged mountains. In the historic Falklands explore some of the privately owned outer islands that are home to great concentrations of seals and penguins while South Georgia offers a natural wonderland of awe-inspiring grandeur.
South Georgia also played a significant role in the story of Shackleton's epic Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition. With their ship 'Endurance' claimed by the sea ice, the crew set out on an incredible journey in open lifeboats across the Southern Ocean, culminating in a hazardous traverse of South Georgia's mountain range. The settlement of Grytviken is appropriately the resting place of Sir Ernest Shackleton.
The final part of the expedition explores the spectacular Antarctic Peninsula, against a backdrop of mountains and icebergs.
Special Departure: Sir Chris Bonington
In March 2021 living legend Sir Chris Bonington will be joining the Greg Mortimer as a special guest lecturer, sharing tales of his global adventures and experiences in Antarctica.
Itinerary
Day 1 Ushuaia, Argentina
Due to the size of the continent, Antarctica's diversity is best appreciated on longer voyages, where greater distances can be covered. This extended expedition encompasses the wildlife paradise of South Georgia, the remote Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) as well as the extraordinary beauty of the Peninsula. Overnight at a hotel in Ushuaia.
Due to the size of the continent, Antarctica's diversity is best appreciated on longer voyages, where greater distances can be covered. This extended expedition encompasses the wildlife paradise of South Georgia, the remote Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) as well as the extraordinary beauty of the Peninsula. Overnight at a hotel in Ushuaia.
Day 2 embarkation day
Afternoon embarkation in Ushuaia and sail along the Beagle Channel to start your Antarctic adventure.
Afternoon embarkation in Ushuaia and sail along the Beagle Channel to start your Antarctic adventure.
Day 3 at sea
There are many activities to keep you engaged while you are at sea. You could learn to identify the seabirds that glide alongside the ship, or attend the illustrated presentations by the Expedition Team. They will prepare you for the shore landings and Zodiac cruising to come.
There are many activities to keep you engaged while you are at sea. You could learn to identify the seabirds that glide alongside the ship, or attend the illustrated presentations by the Expedition Team. They will prepare you for the shore landings and Zodiac cruising to come.
Days 4-5 Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
Explore the Falklands archipelago, heading ashore in search of penguins, kelp geese, albatross and more, as well as the chance to meet the residents of this remote British outpost.
Explore the Falklands archipelago, heading ashore in search of penguins, kelp geese, albatross and more, as well as the chance to meet the residents of this remote British outpost.
Days 6-7 at sea
Sailing south you will enter Antarctic waters by crossing the Antarctic convergence, an invisible ring around the globe where the cold Southern Ocean meets the warmer waters of the Indian, Pacific and Atlantic Oceans.
Sailing south you will enter Antarctic waters by crossing the Antarctic convergence, an invisible ring around the globe where the cold Southern Ocean meets the warmer waters of the Indian, Pacific and Atlantic Oceans.
Vessel Finder
There are a choice of vessels available for this voyage. Compare the facilities of up to three ships at a glance then talk to our Travel Specialists who will be happy to advise which one is right for you.
Excursions
Guest Lecturer
Join Sir Chris Bonington in Antarctica
Onboard The Greg Mortimer 10 March 2021
We are proud to present Sir Chris Bonington CBE, legendary mountaineer, writer, photographer and all-round-adventure-expert, as special guest lecturer on our Peninsula, Falklands and South Georgia voyage departing 10 March 2021.
Sir Chris will travel on board the Greg Mortimer, following a similar route to that of Shackleton’s Endurance, focusing on South Georgia and the Antarctic Peninsula. During the voyage Sir Chris will share personal stories from a lifetime of adventures, including his various attempts on the South West Face of Everest (successful and otherwise), his first expedition to Antarctica and the first British ascent of Mount Vinson. He will also present a screening of his multi-award-winning auto-biographical film, ‘Bonington – Mountaineer’.
Prices and Departures
Price from £10499 excluding flights
Airfares are quoted separately to the holiday price. When enquiring, our Travel Specialists will provide the best fare possible from your preferred airline / airport.
What's Included
- Shipboard accommodation
- All breakfasts, lunches & dinners on board
- Tea & coffee available around the clock
- All Zodiac transfers, cruising & shore landings
- Presentations by the Expedition Team and guest speakers
- Loan of rubber boots during voyage
- All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges
- 24 hour emergency assistance from our team during your holiday
- No surcharge guarantee
- Full financial protection
2020/21 Departures
Prices are per person, based on a twin cabin
| Departure | Duration | Vessel | Activities | Prices from (pp) | Special Interest |
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| 19 Oct 2020 - | 24 days | Sea Spirit | £13,756 | ||
| 21 Oct 2020 = | 22 days | G Expedition | £10,499 | ||
| 01 Nov 2020 ^ | 21 days | M/V Plancius | £11,591 | ||
| 01 Nov 2020 ^ | 21 days | M/V Hondius | £11,591 | ||
| 09 Nov 2020 | 21 days | Greg Mortimer | £17,600 | ||
| 10 Nov 2020 | 21 days | Sea Spirit | £15,676 | ||
| 16 Nov 2020 | 20 days | Ocean Adventurer | £14,396 | ||
| 02 Dec 2020 | 19 days | M/V Plancius | £11,773 | ||
| 08 Dec 2020 | 21 days | Greg Mortimer | £17,600 | ||
| 18 Dec 2020 AC | 23 days | Ocean Diamond | £19,196 | ||
| 20 Dec 2020 | 19 days | M/V Plancius | £12,455 | ||
| 06 Jan 2021 | 21 days | Sea Spirit | £18,556 | ||
| 10 Jan 2021 | 21 days | G Expedition | £15,999 | ||
| 17 Jan 2021 | 19 days | M/V Plancius | £13,591 | ||
| 17 Jan 2021 | 21 days | Ocean Endeavour | £13,715 | ||
| 20 Jan 2021 | 20 days | Ocean Diamond | £15,596 | ||
| 22 Jan 2021 AC | 23 days | Greg Mortimer | £20,720 | ||
| 10 Feb 2021 | 21 days | G Expedition | £14,299 | ||
| 16 Feb 2021 | 20 days | M/V Ushuaia | £12,048 | ||
| 24 Feb 2021 AC | 23 days | M/V Hondius | £14,000 | ||
| 27 Feb 2021 | 20 days | Ocean Adventurer | £14,396 | ||
| 27 Feb 2021 + | 23 days | Sea Spirit | £15,996 | ||
| 10 Mar 2021 ~ | 22 days | Greg Mortimer | £17,200 | Guest lecturer |
AC This voyage attempts to cross the Antarctic Circle
- This departure embarks in Buenos Aires and disembarks in Ushuaia
^ This departure embarks in Puerto Madryn and disembarks in Ushuaia
= This departure embarks in Montevideo and disembarks in Ushuaia
+ This departure embarks in Ushuaia and disembarks in Buenos Aires
~ This departure embarks in Ushuaia and disembarks in Puerto Williams
All other departures embark and disembark in Ushuaia
2021/22 Departures
Prices are per person, based on a twin cabin
| Departure | Duration | Vessel | Activites | Prices from (pp) | Special Interest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct 2021 - | 23 days | Sea Spirit | £13,895 | ||
| 22 Oct 2021 = | 22 days | G Expedition | £10,699 | ||
| 25 Oct 2021 ^ | 21 days | M/V Ortelius | £12,045 | ||
| 26 Oct 2021 | 21 days | Greg Mortimer | £18,396 | ||
| 03 Nov 2021 ^ | 22 days | MS Seaventure | £17,476 | ||
| 06 Nov 2021 ^ | 21 days | M/V Hondius | £12,045 | ||
| 14 Nov 2021 | 20 days | Ocean Adventurer | £16,396 | ||
| 13 Dec 2021 | 22 days | M/V Ortelius | £14,909 | ||
| 17 Dec 2021 | 25 days | Sylvia Earle | £25,436 | via the South Sandwich Islands | |
| 20 Dec 2021 | 21 days | Ocean Endeavour | £14,730 | ||
| 27 Dec 2021 AC | 23 days | Ocean Diamond | £22,396 | ||
| 30 Dec 2021 | 21 days | MS Seaventure | £18,132 | ||
| 08 Jan 2022 | 21 days | Sea Spirit | £17,995 | ||
| 11 Jan 2022 | 21 days | G Expedition | £16,799 | ||
| 14 Jan 2022 | 19 days | M/V Janssonius | £14,136 | ||
| 15 Jan 2022 | 20 days | M/V Plancius | £14,909 | ||
| 21 Jan 2022 AC * | 23 days | Ultramarine | £32,792 | ||
| 07 Feb 2022 | 21 days | MS Seaventure | £16,556 | Shackleton focus | |
| 21 Feb 2022 AC | 23 days | M/V Janssonius | £14,500 | ||
| 28 Feb 2022 + | 23 days | Sea Spirit | £14,195 | ||
| 13 Mar 2022 | 21 days | Greg Mortimer | £18,396 | ||
| 14 Mar 2022 AC | 23 days | Sylvia Earle | £20,236 |
AC This voyage attempts to cross the Antarctic Circle
* This departure starts and finishes in Buenos Aires
- This departure embarks in Buenos Aires and disembarks in Ushuaia
= This departure embarks in Montevideo and disembarks in Ushuaia
+ This departure embarks in Ushuaia and disembarks in Buenos Aires
^ This departure embarks in Puerto Madryn and disembarks in Ushuaia
All other departures embark and disembark in Ushuaia
Activity Icon Key
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Camping
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Diving
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Kayaking
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Mountaineering
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Paddleboarding
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Photography
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Snorkelling
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Snow-shoeing
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Cross-country skiing
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Kayak taster session
NOTES
- Inclusions are dependent on the vessel chosen, though those referenced above are applicable to all
- Two pre-voyage nights in a hotel are included on voyages aboard the Island Sky and the Hebridean Sky
- One pre-voyage night in a hotel are included with all other ships, except for the M/V Ushuaia, M/V Plancius, M/V Ortelius, M/V Hondius and M/V Janssonius
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