17 days tour

Antarctic Wildlife Adventure (17 Days)

Antarctic Wildlife Adventure (17 Days)

This tour includes:

Accommodation

Shipboard accommodation;

Transport

Group transfer from the airport to the ship for embarkation on Day 1; Group transfer to airport or central location upon disembarkation;

Others

Santiago - Stanley flight on the day of embarkation; IAATO fees and governmental taxes. Wi-Fi on board; Leadership throughout the voyage by our experienced Expedition Leader & Expedition Team; Branded Poseidon Expeditions parka; Rubber boots for shore landings for the time of the cruise; Welcome and Farewell cocktails; All port fees; Pre-departure materials; Digital Voyage Log.

Guide

All scheduled landings/excursions (subject to weather and ice conditions);

Meals

All meals on board throughout the voyage; Tea and coffee station 24 hours daily;

Not included:

Flights

Flights are not included.

Insurance

Insurance is not included.

Others

Airfare; 1 pre-voyage hotel night on Day 0 in Santiago de Chile; Visa and passport fees (if applicable); Luggage and trip cancellation insurance; Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages other than those for special events and celebrations; Personal expenses such as laundry and telephone calls; Fuel surcharge may be applied for all bookings; Mandatory Emergency Evacuation Insurance to a minimum benefit of US$ 200,000 per person; Staff gratuities; Kayaking; The cost of any applicable medical tests (such as COVID-19) or vaccinations required either by a national government or Poseidon Expeditions before, during or after the cruise; Pre- or post-cruise travel expenses.

Optional

Kayaking fee $895 - A$1210 - ยฃ690 -โ‚ฌ855 Antarctica is a paddlersโ€™ paradise. The White Continent boasts some of the worldโ€™s most impressive landscapes and is home to incredible marine wildlife. Sea Kayak Club members will have the opportunity to paddle through tranquil waters filled with glittering icebergs and porpoising penguins while surrounded by magnificent glaciers and mountains. The protected and picturesque waters of the Antarctic Peninsula offer the best sea kayaking opportunities in Antarctica. Sea Kayak Club is also offered on selected voyages to South Georgia, where members may have the rare opportunity to encounter the islandโ€™s legendary abundance of wildlife from a kayakerโ€™s perspective, if the areaโ€™s notoriously inclement weather permits.

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Itinerary of your trip Antarctic Wildlife Adventure (17 Days)

  • Day 1 Day 0: (Nov 1): Arrival To Santiago
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 0: (Nov 1): Arrival To Santiago

      We suggest that our tourists arrive in Santiago de Chile a day earlier to have a good rest after a long flight before our Subantarctic adventures begin. A pre-cruise night is not included in the price of the itinerary, but we highly recommend the Holiday Inn Hotel due to its most favorable location right in the airport terminal.

  • Day 2 Day 1: (Nov 2): Stanley, Falkland Islands
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: (Nov 2): Stanley, Falkland Islands

      Arrival of your transfer flight at the Falkland Islands. Welcome to Stanley, the charmingly British capital of the Falkland Islands. Attractions within pleasant walking distance along the waterfront promenade include the Falkland Islands Museum, the governorโ€™s house, a cathedral with impressive whalebone arch outside, a war memorial, quality gift shops, pubs, and views of shipwrecks in the harbor. We provide a group transfer to the pier and welcome you aboard the deluxe expedition ship M/V Sea Spirit. Explore the ship and get comfortable in your home away from home for the extraordinary adventure to come.

  • Day 3 Day 2: (Nov 3): Falkland Islands
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: (Nov 3): Falkland Islands

      The remote and sparsely-populated Falkland Islands are a birdersโ€™ paradise. We anticipate visiting one or more of the isolated outer islands on the south of the archipelago which are particularly important for their colonies of cormorants and different breeding birds that have been recorded there, including Magellanic, southern rockhopper, macaroni and gentoo penguin. The Falklands are also a great place to observe marine mammals. The waters around the archipelago are home to various whale and dolphin species. Our route and exploration opportunities are dependent on weather among these windswept islands.

  • Day 4 Day 3-4: (Nov 4-5): Southern Ocean
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3-4: (Nov 4-5): Southern Ocean

      From the Falkland Islands we head east toward South Georgia. We will cross the Antarctic Convergence, the biological boundary of the Southern Ocean. Briefings, bio-security procedures, and lectures from our expert staff prepare you for our arrival in South Georgia.

  • Day 5 Day 5-8: (Nov 6-9): South Georgia Island
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5-8: (Nov 6-9): South Georgia Island

      This is expedition cruising at its most authentic. Our route and exploration opportunities in South Georgia are heavily dependent on the weather conditins we encounter. Our experienced captain and expedition leader decide the itinerary and continually adjust plans as conditions and opportunities warrant. You can be sure that the best possible advantage will be taken of the circumstances presented to us by Nature in this wild and remote corner of the world. We take every safe opportunity to go ashore in this amazing place. South Georgia is a scenic wilderness and an unrivalled paradise for subantarctic wildlife viewing. The islands are said to host upwards of 100 million seabirds, including numerous species of albatross, penguins, prions, petrels, and terns. On beaches such as those at Salisbury Plain and St. Andrews Bay, over 100,000 elephant seals and three million fur seals jostle for space among innumerable penguins including stately king penguins and sprightly macaroni penguins. The recently completed rat eradication program is sure to make this wilderness even more pristine and rich with birdlife. The bountiful waters surrounding South Georgia are also inhabited by an increasing number of whales. The historical whaling station of Grytviken is now home to the excellent South Georgia Museum managed by the South Georgia Heritage Trust. This is also the final resting place of Ernest Shackleton, the legendary polar explorer. Our days in South Georgia are filled with memorable excursions, sumptuous meals, presentations by our experts, and enough incredible scenery and wildlife to fill your camera and overwhelm your emotions.

  • Day 6 Day 9-10: (Nov 10-11): Southern Ocean
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9-10: (Nov 10-11): Southern Ocean

      After our amazing time in South Georgia we proceed southwest toward the Antarctic Peninsula. Pelagic seabirds including the majestic albatross are common in these waters and can readily be viewed from panoramic open decks or from exterior stateroom windows and balconies.

  • Day 7 Day 11-14: (Nov 12-15): South Shetland Islands And The Antarctic Peninsula
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11-14: (Nov 12-15): South Shetland Islands And The Antarctic Peninsula

      The wilderness of Antarctica is subject to unpredictable weather and ever-changing ice conditions, which dictate our route and exploration opportunities. This is a real expedition. We exploit every opportunity to experience excellent wildlife viewing, amazing scenery, and excursions via Zodiac. The Antarctic Peninsula region contains some of the worldโ€™s most impressive scenery and some of Antarcticaโ€™s best wildlife viewing opportunities. Protected bays and narrow channels are surrounded by towering mountain peaks covered in permanent snow and immense glaciers. Icebergs of every size and description complete an image of incomparable beauty. Waters rich with krill are home to a variety of whale and seal species. The whole area is alive with penguins foraging at sea and forming large nesting colonies at special places on land. The area is also home to Antarctic research stations of various nationalities. The South Shetland Islands are the northernmost islands in Antarctica and will likely be our first sighting of land. This wild and beautiful island chain contains numerous landing sites with abundant wildlife and historical significance. Among them is Elephant Island, where men from Shackletonโ€™s famous Endurance expedition spent the winter.

  • Day 8 Day 15-16: (Nov 16-17): Drake Passage
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 15-16: (Nov 16-17): Drake Passage

      From Antarctica we head north through the Drake Passage toward South America. Presentations and workshops by our expert staff, as well as our range of onboard recreation facilities, ensure that these days at sea are not idly spent. This is also the time for our End of Voyage ceremonies including slideshow and farewell dinner.

  • Day 9 Day 17: (Nov 18): Disembarkation In Ushuaia, Argentina
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 17: (Nov 18): Disembarkation In Ushuaia, Argentina

      After breakfast we say farewell in the city of Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world. We provide a group transfer to the airport or to the town center if you wish to spend more time here. As you look back on your wonderful experience in Antarctica, you may already be looking forward to your next incredible adventure to the ice!

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 6 / Max: 100

Age range allowed for this experience.

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