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.
Itinerary
All voyage itineraries are intended as a guideline only – embracing the unexpected is part of the legacy of expedition travel. Actual routes and landings will be dependent on weather, sea and ice conditions. A degree of flexibility is essential in the polar regions!
The below sample itinerary is based on the 21-day voyage on the G Expedition. Other departures may vary in duration and routing, i.e. alternative embarkation or disembarkation ports, or do not include the pre-voyage hotel night. Please contact us for specific details.
Ushuaia is the southernmost city in the world and the principle departure point for voyages to Antarctica. Sprawling, but with an easygoing atmosphere, this city is surrounded by the sea to the south and the mountains to the north. Overnight at a hotel in Ushuaia.
Board your ship in the afternoon in Ushuaia and sail along the Beagle Channel to start your Antarctic adventure.
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.
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.
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.
After crossing the Southern Ocean, a series of landings are planned around South Georgia, taking in king penguin rookeries, noisy elephant seals, abandoned whaling stations and the grave of Sir Ernest Shackleton.
Your journey continues with the voyage south to the Antarctic Peninsula.
On arrival at the Antarctic Peninsula you will encounter towering, glacier-capped mountains rising from a brilliant blue sea, dotted with ice floes and penguin colonies. Listen for calving glaciers, visit historic sites and research stations and set foot on the Great White Continent
The Drake Passage crossing is a fitting end to your visit to Antarctica – there may be a chance to see a variety of seabirds on this final stretch of your journey.
You will be transferred to the airport from the ship when you disembark in Ushuaia
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Prices
What's Included
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Shipboard accommodation
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All breakfasts, lunches & dinners on board
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Tea & coffee available around the clock
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All Zodiac transfers, cruising & shore landings
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Presentations by the Expedition Team and guest speakers
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Loan of rubber boots during voyage
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All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges
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24 hour emergency assistance from our team during your holiday
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No surcharge guarantee
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Full financial protection
From £12400 Excluding Flights
16-23 Nights
Jan-Mar & Oct-Dec
The inclusions for this cruise are dependent on the vessel chosen – those shown are applicable to all. Please contact us for full details and to discuss the options best for you.
Our holiday prices exclude flights. Why? Because we want to offer you the best value, tailored to your needs. Flight prices and offers change daily, so when you’re ready to book, we’ll provide a bespoke quote based on the best options from your local airport. This way, you’ll always get the best prices and the flexibility to choose what works for you.
Make this trip yours
Every trip you see here can be adapted to suit you using inside-out knowledge to create one-off experiences created just for you.
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Departures & price guide
Prices are per person, based on a twin cabin. They do not reflect any applicable special offers or discounts. Single, triple and quad cabins are also available. Please get in touch for a tailored quote based on the best available price for your preferred voyage and cabin type.
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Douglas Mawson
Superior expedition ship with X-BOW® - 130 passengers
Departures: Mar22 days£22,396
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G Expedition
Standard expedition ship - 128 passengers
Departures: Oct, Jan21-22 days£15,199
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Greg Mortimer
Superior expedition ship with X-BOW® - 130 passengers
Departures: Oct, Dec, Mar21-24 days£20,956
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M/V Hondius
Standard expedition ship - 174 passengers
Departures: Oct, Dec-Jan19-23 days£13,773
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M/V Ortelius
Simple expedition ship - 116 passengers
Departures: Oct, Dec19-21 days£13,864
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M/V Plancius
Simple expedition ship - 116 passengers
Departures: Nov-Jan19-20 days£13,864
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Seaventure
Standard expedition ship - 139 passengers
Departures: Dec, Feb20-21 days£18,668
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Ocean Albatros
Superior expedition ship with X-BOW® - 189 passengers
Departures: Dec-Jan18-19 days£18,236
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Ocean Explorer
Superior expedition ship with X-BOW® - 138 passengers
Departures: Nov-Dec20 days£22,795
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Ocean Victory
Superior expedition ship with X-BOW® - 185 passengers
Departures: Dec, Mar18-19 days£15,996
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Ocean Nova
Standard expedition ship - 80 passengers
Departures: Jan24 daysFrom £22,305
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Sea Spirit
Superior, all-suite expedition ship - 114 passengers
Departures: Nov, Jan-Feb21-23 days£18,595
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Sylvia Earle
Superior expedition ship with X-BOW® - 130 passengers
Departures: Dec-Feb20-23 days£25,596
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Ultramarine
Superior expedition ship - 199 passengers
Departures: Dec-Jan23 days£37,900
We create holidays that are as individual as you are. And we’ve been doing it for 40 years, crafting each and every holiday using our in-depth knowledge and enthusiasm for our destinations. Whatever your brief, we’ll create an amazing trip for you to get excited about. That might mean adapting one of our existing itineraries or we’ll build you one from scratch.
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