Antarctica Weddell Sea Ice Swimming Adventure
Antarctic Peninsula
We are thrilled to offer a new polar Ice Swimming Adventure in the icy waters of Antarctica! On this 12-day inspiring cruise, we explore the Great White Continent's magnificent landscapes, glacial mountains, and incredible wildlife – including the ice-bound Weddell Sea region. This region of Antarctica is rarely visited and offers majestic, pristine surroundings, 24-hour sunshine and icy waters – perfect for our adventures! Aside from the swim event there are many landings to see wildlife and zodiac cruising sightseeing past amazing landscapes
- Polar Antarctic Ice Swimming event – 50m, 200m, 500m, 1km - participate or cheer on!
- Meet fellow Frozen ones on an epic adventure
- In-depth, Antarctic expedition with up to six days of landings
- Close-up encounters with wildlife - penguins, seals and whales
- Antarctica’s majestic mountains, ice and scenery
- Educational program from onboard specialists
- Options for kayaking and photography
- Fast, modern and ice-strengthened vessel
Looking for excitement? A true Antarctic adventure? Join this unique adventure voyage with Ice Swimming event, a once in a lifetime expedition voyage to the Weddell Sea and the Seventh Continent. Experience the incredible wildlife of these icy waters, witness stunning mountain scenery and wonder at gigantic icebergs during 12 action-packed days.
ICE SWIMMING ADVENTURES is an amazing adventure into Polar Waters or anywhere where there is ICE. Uncharted frozen seas and land are calling us. Anyone is welcome, but the focus is on Ice Swimming and exploring. You will be looked after by the Founder of Ice Swimming [Ram Barkai] and a team of experienced expedition leaders, doctors, and amazing people like yourself. Swimming can be anything from a polar dip to a 1km, you chose. Family, friends, and supporters are welcome. It’s a team adventure that will change your life forever.
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Join the latest adventure to Antarctica for Ice Swimming!
Overview
We are thrilled to offer a new polar Ice Swimming Adventure in the icy waters of Antarctica! On this 12-day inspiring cruise, we explore the Great White Continent's magnificent landscapes, glacial mountains, and incredible wildlife – including the ice-bound Weddell Sea region. This region of Antarctica is rarely visited and offers majestic, pristine surroundings, 24-hour sunshine and icy waters – perfect for our adventures! Aside from the swim event there are many landings to see wildlife and zodiac cruising sightseeing past amazing landscapes.Scrolling is disabled on map, please click to enable.
M/V OCEAN ALBATROS
The brand-new luxury infinity vessel Ocean Albatros is one of the most modern small ship vessels in the world. This stylish cruise ship is ideally suited to small-ship expeditions, with a total of 93 comfortable cabins for guests, all with a view of the ocean, 90% with a balcony, even a suite with a French balcony! Ocean Albatros is deployed and dedicated to varied Arctic and Antarctica voyages. With the highest Polar code 6 and Ice class 1A, this is the ideal vessel for small-ship cruising due to her sturdy construction and X-BOW® – Infinity class, which provides high stability in rough weather and allows for the smoothest movements on high waves, and a Solas 2012 classification, which facilitates a safe return to port. Part of a brand new generation of low energy vessels, with 4 diesel engines and 2 electro engines, all controlled electronically to optimize speed and fuel consumption, the vessel is also environmentally friendly onboard, with the implementation of the Green Initiative Program. Amenities onboard include a Nordic Bar Lounge, Ocean Shop, various restaurants, including an open deck dining facility, and a highly new and modern lecture lounge.
- 12-day cruise onboard Ocean Albatros
- Full board on ship; breakfast-lunch-dinner, from dinner on Day 1 to breakfast on last day
- One visit to the specialty restaurant for each passenger; unlimited access to specialty restaurant from premium cabins (PS, A, B)
- Free coffee and tea during the voyage
- Port costs, pilot fees, National Park Fees, IAATO fees.
- English speaking expedition team during voyage
- Information briefings and lectures by expedition team in English.
- Parka to keep
- Zodiac transports (ship-to-shore and cruises) and shore landings according to itinerary
- Boots in all assorted sizes, suitable for shore landings
- International flights to/from Ushuaia
- Any hotel nights/accommodation in Argentina before or after voyages
- Travel or cancellation insurance.
- Extra excursions and activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Meals other than mentioned.
- Beverages other than tea, coffee, and ice water.
- Tips for crew (approx. 16 USD per person per day).
- Personal expenses
- Spa treatments
- Anything not mentioned in ‘Price includes’.
- Kayak Optional excursions 345 USD per outing (to be booked and paid onboard)
- Snow shoeing Optional excursions (if conditions permit) 225 USD per outing
- Camping Experience (if conditions permit) 395 USD per outing
- Photography Program 495 USD per outing
Tour Dossier
Antarctica Weddell Sea Ice Swimming Adventure
We are thrilled offer our next Ice Swimming Adventure on an in-depth cruise to the icy waters of the Antarctic Peninsula and Weddell Sea!
File Creation date: 2024-09-19 - for updated information and dates and prices see the following page:
http://expeditionsonline.com/tour/antarctica-weddell-sea-ice-swimming-adventure_255
Antarctica Weddell Sea Ice Swimming Adventure
Duration: 12 days
Location: Antarctic Peninsula
Available: November 2025
Start: Ushuaia, Argentina
Finish: Ushuaia, Argentina
Highlights
- Polar Antarctic Ice Swimming event – 50m, 200m, 500m, 1km - participate or cheer on!
- Meet fellow Frozen ones on an epic adventure
- In-depth, Antarctic expedition with up to six days of landings
- Close-up encounters with wildlife - penguins, seals and whales
- Antarctica’s majestic mountains, ice and scenery
- Educational program from onboard specialists
- Options for kayaking and photography
- Fast, modern and ice-strengthened vessel
Itinerary
We are thrilled to offer a new polar Ice Swimming Adventure in the icy waters of Antarctica! On this 12-day inspiring cruise, we explore the Great White Continent's magnificent landscapes, glacial mountains, and incredible wildlife – including the ice-bound Weddell Sea region. This region of Antarctica is rarely visited and offers majestic, pristine surroundings, 24-hour sunshine and icy waters – perfect for our adventures! Aside from the swim event there are many landings to see wildlife and zodiac cruising sightseeing past amazing landscapes
Ship Information
M/V OCEAN ALBATROS
The brand-new luxury infinity vessel Ocean Albatros is one of the most modern small ship vessels in the world. This stylish cruise ship is ideally suited to small-ship expeditions, with a total of 93 comfortable cabins for guests, all with a view of the ocean, 90% with a balcony, even a suite with a French balcony! Ocean Albatros is deployed and dedicated to varied Arctic and Antarctica voyages. With the highest Polar code 6 and Ice class 1A, this is the ideal vessel for small-ship cruising due to her sturdy construction and X-BOW® – Infinity class, which provides high stability in rough weather and allows for the smoothest movements on high waves, and a Solas 2012 classification, which facilitates a safe return to port. Part of a brand new generation of low energy vessels, with 4 diesel engines and 2 electro engines, all controlled electronically to optimize speed and fuel consumption, the vessel is also environmentally friendly onboard, with the implementation of the Green Initiative Program. Amenities onboard include a Nordic Bar Lounge, Ocean Shop, various restaurants, including an open deck dining facility, and a highly new and modern lecture lounge.
Antarctica Weddell Sea Ice Swimming Adventure
For the latest, up-to-date departure dates and prices please refer to the tour page:
http://expeditionsonline.com/tour/antarctica-weddell-sea-ice-swimming-adventure_255
Included
- 12-day cruise onboard Ocean Albatros
- Full board on ship; breakfast-lunch-dinner, from dinner on Day 1 to breakfast on last day
- One visit to the specialty restaurant for each passenger; unlimited access to specialty restaurant from premium cabins (PS, A, B)
- Free coffee and tea during the voyage
- Port costs, pilot fees, National Park Fees, IAATO fees.
- English speaking expedition team during voyage
- Information briefings and lectures by expedition team in English.
- Parka to keep
- Zodiac transports (ship-to-shore and cruises) and shore landings according to itinerary
- Boots in all assorted sizes, suitable for shore landings
Excluded
- International flights to/from Ushuaia
- Any hotel nights/accommodation in Argentina before or after voyages
- Travel or cancellation insurance.
- Extra excursions and activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Meals other than mentioned.
- Beverages other than tea, coffee, and ice water.
- Tips for crew (approx. 16 USD per person per day).
- Personal expenses
- Spa treatments
- Anything not mentioned in ‘Price includes’.
- Kayak Optional excursions 345 USD per outing (to be booked and paid onboard)
- Snow shoeing Optional excursions (if conditions permit) 225 USD per outing
- Camping Experience (if conditions permit) 395 USD per outing
- Photography Program 495 USD per outing
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