Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica Explorer: Seaventure

Antarctica, South Georgia and Falklands

This extended expedition during the active beginning of the wildlife season explores the paradise of South Georgia, the remote Falkland Islands as well as the spectacular beauty of the Antarctic Peninsula. You’ll experience a great diversity of environments and landscapes, which will provide unprecedented wildlife viewing opportunities. Join the expert lecturers on board the Seaventure for this classic and comprehensive Antarctic experience for polar travellers!

Explore the Antarctic Peninsula by ship, Zodiac and on foot.
Incredible sub-Antarctic wildlife of South Georgia and the Falklands.
More than 30 species of breeding birds, including four species of Penguin.
Follow in the footsteps of Shackleton and pause for a moment at his graveside.
Explore the quaint, British town of Port Stanley in the Falkland Islands.
Learn from the specialist onboard lecturers.

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Stewart's Take

See South Georgia in style and comfort and at the exciting early part of summer.

Overview

This extended expedition during the active beginning of the wildlife season explores the paradise of South Georgia, the remote Falkland Islands as well as the spectacular beauty of the Antarctic Peninsula. You’ll experience a great diversity of environments and landscapes, which will provide unprecedented wildlife viewing opportunities. Join the expert lecturers on board the Seaventure for this classic and comprehensive Antarctic experience for polar travellers!

Day 1, Puerto Madryn Located in the Patagonian province of Chubut, Puerto Madryn is a popular resort destination for wildlife excursions, and is known as the best place in Argentina to see Southern Right whales. Attend the optional evening briefing for the opportunity to ask questions and meet some of your fellow travelers. Day 2, Embarkation Arriving at the ship in the afternoon, you will be greeted by our Expedition Team and ship staff at a safety and orientation briefing followed by the Captain’s welcome dinner. Then, watch the city lights fade in the fresh night air as we sail seaward. Day 3-4, Southern Ocean As we sail south, important briefings on environmental regulations and expedition safety are held, and you won’t want to miss our experts as they begin their informative and entertaining talks about the wildlife, history, and geology of the area. Day 5, West Falklands/Malvinas We’ll be exploring some of the westernmost settled outposts in the Falklands/Malvinas, where you can take in the beautiful countryside and look for Black-Browed albatross or Rockhopper, King, and Magellanic penguin rookeries. Day 6, Stanley, E Falkland/Malvinas Stanley is a lively hub of activity nestled in a sheltered harbor. Head out on foot to explore the museum, shops and services centered on the port, or look for sea lions, dolphins, and bird life along the shores. Day 7-8, Southern Ocean Things really start to ramp up with plenty of wildlife identifying to do as we make our way east across the Antarctic Convergence and officially enter Antarctic waters. Shipboard presentations continue, featuring topics such as the captivating history and abundant wildlife of South Georgia. Day 9-12, South Georgia South Georgia is often referred to as the ‘Serengeti of the Southern Ocean’ and it’s easy to see why as you take in tens of millions of breeding penguins, seals, and seabirds. Magnificent mountain scenery, glaciers galore, icebergs, a rich historical tapestry, and an incredible array of wildlife will astound you as we travel down South Georgia's leeward coast. We’ll also visit historic Grytviken whaling station, featuring the tiny graveyard where the great Antarctic explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton is buried. Day 13-14, Scotia Sea Heading farther south, we’ll continue our informative presentations and wildlife spotting as the icebergs become bigger and more plentiful. Day 15-18, Antarctica Here we’ll explore any number of picturesque bays and famed harbors, maneuvering through majestic channels as we travel the wildlife-rich waters. There are great opportunities to stop at several active scientific bases and historic landing sites as we spot numerous species of penguins, seals, and whales along the rugged coastlines and in the sea. Day 19-20, Drake Passage We leave this magical place and make our way north, once again crossing the legendary Drake Passage. We have one last hurrah as we celebrate the conclusion of our expedition with a special slideshow and a final meal together. Day 21, Ushuaia Disembarkation With huge smiles on weary, content faces, we disembark in the morning and transfer to the beautiful Arakur Resort and Spa in Ushuaia. Here you can unwind at the resort, relax in the spa, or hit the streets of Ushuaia to explore more sights. Day 22, Ushuaia Saying goodbye to the lovely Arakur, our Antarctic adventure officially comes to an end. As you continue on, homeward bound or perhaps to another destination, you’ll take with you the unforgettable memories of exploring the last wild place on earth.

Super 1A Ice Class vessel: MS Seaventure

Seaventure features a 1-A Super ice class rating — the highest ice class awarded to passenger vessels. This means that we will be able to explore coves, bays, and channels that would previously have been forbidden to us. The ship also offers a host of new activities. There’s a sauna, a fitness center, a custom-built citizen science lab, and heated saltwater pool. There is more storage space, which is important because it means we can carry more equipment, so that more of our guests can participate in activities like kayaking, snowshoeing, and camping. The common areas are larger and beautifully appointed, and the ship has two kitchens, one on the Lido deck for al fresco dining when weather permits.

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Included

Two nights hotel accommodations in embarkation city
Transfer from group hotel to ship for embarkation
Group transfer from ship to airport or central location at disembarkation
Shipboard accommodations
All scheduled Landings / excursions
All meals onboard
Coffee/tea/cocoa 24 hours daily
Welcome/Farewell cocktail
House wine / beer / soft drink with dinner
Expedition jacket (yours to keep)
A pair of boots for use during the voyage
Wifi from the public computers in the library
Daily international news service
All port fees
Digital Voyage Log
200 MB WiFi card for use on your personal devices

Excluded

Any airfare or travel expenses associated with arrival in Ushuaia or Buenos Aires
Arrival transfer from airport to group hotel in Ushuaia or Buenos Aires
Pre or post voyage expenses in Ushuaia or Buenos Aires
Laundry and personal expenses incurred on board
Alcohol and soft drinks onboard (except as listed above in inclusions)
Onboard communication charges such as outgoing phone calls, WiFi from personal devices in excess of the 200 MB provided
Staff gratuities

Deposits - Reservations require a deposit of $1500 per person at the time you receive a booking confirmation from Expeditions Online. A payment link will be sent to you and this may be paid by major credit card. Bookings within 120 days of departure require full payment. Final Payments - Balances are due 120 days prior to departure. Final payment can be made by calling us (final payment cannot be made online) and may be paid by major credit card, bank transfer or check. Cancellations - All requests for cancellation must be received in writing to Expeditions Online. Reservations cancelled 181 days or more prior to departure are subject to a $1000 per person cancellation fee. Cancellations 180 days to 121 days prior to departure are full loss of deposit. Reservations cancelled 120 days or less prior to departure are subject to full fare forfeiture. If full payment has not yet been received, the full penalty will still apply and any unpaid balance is due immediately. We strongly recommend that you obtain adequate trip cancellation insurance. Share Pricing and Single Occupancy All prices are per-person, based on twin occupancy (except in Triple cabins). Share cabins available: Triple, Porthole, Window. Please note: only Triple cabins can accommodate 3 guests. A limited number of twin cabins may be sold for single occupancy at 1.7 times the twin rate. Booking Terms - Please read carefully the General Booking Conditions for Expeditions Online. This voyage is operated by Polar Latitudes and you additionally travel under their terms and conditions as the operator as well as of the Shipping Company/transport carrier. Details will be forwarded to you at the time of booking.