Antarctica Small Ship Expedition: Ocean Nova
Antarctic Peninsula
Outstanding-value cruise to the Antarctic Peninsula on a small ship from Ushuaia. Sail the scenic Beagle Channel and across the legendary Drake Passage to Antarctica. The polar scenery will astound you, with majestic snow-capped peaks soaring overhead and glaciers tumbling to the water's edge. The huge advantage of this ship is that we have just 71 passengers (the smallest of any Antarctic ship) and everyone lands at the same time - without rush or crowds - and gives you more time ashore in Antarctica, to witness the abundant wildlife with penguins, whales, seals and seabirds
- The ship’s small size allows access to Antarctica’s hidden gems
- All travellers able to step ashore quickly and at once
- One of the best cruises to see penguins, seals, whales and Antarctica’s natural beauty
- Just 71 passengers makes for an intimate experience for Antarctic explorers
- Expert guides and a modern, comfortable, ice-class Antarctic cruise ship
- Outstanding value for the Antarctic voyage experience of a lifetime!
Antarctica Will Amaze You!
This is an intimate cruise to the Antarctic Peninsula! Travel on the modern and comfortable expedition ship Ocean Nova - with just 71 passengers - meaning everyone gets ashore at the same time, uncrushed and uncrowded. Set sail from Ushuaia, Argentina, through the scenic Beagle Channel and across the Drake Passage to the Antarctic Peninsula, one of the most spectacular places on earth. We have four full days available to observe penguins and other wildlife gathered in the late summer sunshine. Whales are especially plentiful at this time of year. You will be surrounded by scenery that will literally astound you. Majestic snow-capped peaks soar overhead and the glaciers tumbling to the water's edge will live long in your memory.
Last Places!
Everything was more than perfect! Everyone went out of their way to make this a memorable experience!
Friendly staff!
Plan but was always done well and kept my interest.
Each and every member made excellent presentations.
Every day was well planned and the zodiac trips unforgettable
Stewart's Take
One of the best-value Antarctica cruises you can find - on a modern, small & high-quality expedition ship!
Overview
Outstanding-value cruise to the Antarctic Peninsula on a small ship from Ushuaia. Sail the scenic Beagle Channel and across the legendary Drake Passage to Antarctica. The polar scenery will astound you, with majestic snow-capped peaks soaring overhead and glaciers tumbling to the water's edge. The huge advantage of this ship is that we have just 71 passengers (the smallest of any Antarctic ship) and everyone lands at the same time - without rush or crowds - and gives you more time ashore in Antarctica, to witness the abundant wildlife with penguins, whales, seals and seabirds.Scrolling is disabled on map, please click to enable.
Expedition Vessel: M/V Ocean Nova
The M/V Ocean Nova is a modern and comfortable vessel - one of the few remaining genuinely small ships in polar travel. She was built in Denmark in 1992 to sail the ice-choked waters of Greenland, and her ice-strengthened hull is ideally suited for expedition travel in the polar regions both Arctic and Antarctic. The M/V Ocean Nova has capacity for just 71 passengers accommodated in comfortable outside cabins, all with private facilities, including dedicated single, twin and triple cabins. In addition to a glass-enclosed observation lounge and presentation room, a spacious dining room, a bar, a library and an infirmary. The ship has Zodiac boats that are well suited for disembarking and wildlife watching.
- Comprehensive pre- and post-voyage information material.
- Ship cruise as indicated in the itinerary corresponding to each expedition.
- Daily buffet breakfast and lunch on board ship offering a wide choice of dishes.
- Daily served dinner on board ship offering a choice of three main courses.
- Wine, beer, juice, and soft drinks served with lunch and dinner on board ship
- Coffee, tea, chocolate, cappuccino, water and snacks on board ship throughout the expedition.
- Loan of waterproof boots for landing in Antarctica.
- All guided shore excursions.
- Lectures and entertainment on board.
- IAATO passenger fee.
- Accommodation, meals, excursions and transfers other than those included in the itinerary corresponding to each voyage.
- Beverages purchased at the ship’s bar.
- Personal travel insurance.
- Extra expenses (communication, laundry, souvenirs, etc.).
- Gratuities.
- Visas for Chile and/or Argentina, passport expenses, and any arrival and/or departure tax, if applicable.
Tour Dossier
Antarctica Small Ship Expedition: Ocean Nova
A boutique 10 day adventure cruise to Antarctica. Sail to the beautiful Antarctic Peninsula on the small expedition ship Ocean Nova
File Creation date: 2024-09-16 - for updated information and dates and prices see the following page:
http://expeditionsonline.com/tour/antarctica-small-ship-expedition-ocean-nova_78
Antarctica Small Ship Expedition: Ocean Nova
Duration: 10 days
Location: Antarctic Peninsula
Available: November or March
Start: Ushuaia, Argentina
Finish: Ushuaia, Argentina
Highlights
Highlights of this Antarctic Expedition
- The ship’s small size allows access to Antarctica’s hidden gems
- All travellers able to step ashore quickly and at once
- One of the best cruises to see penguins, seals, whales and Antarctica’s natural beauty
- Just 71 passengers makes for an intimate experience for Antarctic explorers
- Expert guides and a modern, comfortable, ice-class Antarctic cruise ship
- Outstanding value for the Antarctic voyage experience of a lifetime!
Itinerary
Outstanding-value cruise to the Antarctic Peninsula on a small ship from Ushuaia. Sail the scenic Beagle Channel and across the legendary Drake Passage to Antarctica. The polar scenery will astound you, with majestic snow-capped peaks soaring overhead and glaciers tumbling to the water's edge. The huge advantage of this ship is that we have just 71 passengers (the smallest of any Antarctic ship) and everyone lands at the same time - without rush or crowds - and gives you more time ashore in Antarctica, to witness the abundant wildlife with penguins, whales, seals and seabirds
Ship Information
Expedition Vessel: M/V Ocean Nova
The M/V Ocean Nova is a modern and comfortable vessel - one of the few remaining genuinely small ships in polar travel. She was built in Denmark in 1992 to sail the ice-choked waters of Greenland, and her ice-strengthened hull is ideally suited for expedition travel in the polar regions both Arctic and Antarctic. The M/V Ocean Nova has capacity for just 71 passengers accommodated in comfortable outside cabins, all with private facilities, including dedicated single, twin and triple cabins. In addition to a glass-enclosed observation lounge and presentation room, a spacious dining room, a bar, a library and an infirmary. The ship has Zodiac boats that are well suited for disembarking and wildlife watching.
Antarctica Small Ship Expedition: Ocean Nova
For the latest, up-to-date departure dates and prices please refer to the tour page:
http://expeditionsonline.com/tour/antarctica-small-ship-expedition-ocean-nova_78
Included
- Comprehensive pre- and post-voyage information material.
- Ship cruise as indicated in the itinerary corresponding to each expedition.
- Daily buffet breakfast and lunch on board ship offering a wide choice of dishes.
- Daily served dinner on board ship offering a choice of three main courses.
- Wine, beer, juice, and soft drinks served with lunch and dinner on board ship
- Coffee, tea, chocolate, cappuccino, water and snacks on board ship throughout the expedition.
- Loan of waterproof boots for landing in Antarctica.
- All guided shore excursions.
- Lectures and entertainment on board.
- IAATO passenger fee.
Excluded
- Accommodation, meals, excursions and transfers other than those included in the itinerary corresponding to each voyage.
- Beverages purchased at the ship’s bar.
- Personal travel insurance.
- Extra expenses (communication, laundry, souvenirs, etc.).
- Gratuities.
- Visas for Chile and/or Argentina, passport expenses, and any arrival and/or departure tax, if applicable.
General Terms and Conditions
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