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Antarctica Expedition 2028
Antarctica
Mar 26 - Apr 4, 2028
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$10,499
Deposit: $1,750

About your trip

$10,499 USD per person

This is a once in a lifetime Antarctica expedition to the Antarctic Peninsula, sailing aboard the Magellan Discoverer with Antarctica21!

The journey is designed as a true expedition, with daily Zodiac landings, wildlife encounters, and expert led exploration; while keeping the group intentionally small for a more personal and meaningful experience.

START/END: This trip starts and ends in Ushuaia, Argentina (USH)

Please reach out to us BEFORE booking your flights!!!! Do not book your flight without verifying the departure and arrival times/airports with a Wander Where team member.

LUGGAGE: 1 suitcase and 1 carry on maximum allowed per person.

ROOMING: Cabins are shared Deluxe Veranda Cabins. Solo travelers will be paired with another traveler of the same gender roommate unless a private room option becomes available at additional cost (subject to availability)

CANCELATION POLICY: Due to the nature of expedition travel, all payments are non-refundable. This expedition is subject to the full Terms and Conditions of Antarctica21 and Wander Where Adventures.

https://www.antarctica21.com/termsconditions

OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES: There will be optional adventure activities such as Sea Kayaking and Hiking & Snoeshowing on select departures. Availability is limited and participation is subject to weather, safety conditions, and guide discretion. Additional fees apply and this will need to be booked soon and in FULL.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

  • Antarctica is weather and ice dependent

  • Flexibility is essential

  • Travel insurance covering medical evacuation is MANDATORY

  • Participation Forms from Antarctica21 are REQUIRED

  • Itinerary is subject to change

What's included

9N/10D Accommodation

Aboard the Megallan Discoverer

All Meals on Board

Daily Zodiac Landings

Daily Shore Excursions

Pro Expedition Team

Polar Guides

Educational Briefings

Expedition Boots

Port Taxes

Landing Fees

Wander Where Host

Ayana will be with you 24/7

Drinks during Meals

What's not included

Flights to/from USH

Travel Insurance

REQUIRED!!! Must include medical evacuation

Optional Activities

(kayaking & snowshoeing)

Crew Gratuities

Personal Expenses

(laundry, souvenirs, etc)

Transfer to/from Ship

Day 1

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Board the Ship

Arrive in Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world!!! Guests can explore the town at their leisure before embarking the ship in the afternoon. Once onboard, you’ll settle into your cabin and attend safety briefings before setting sail through the Beagle Channel

Day 2

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Crossing the Drake Passage

Begin the legendary Drake Passage crossing. Time is spent attending educational lectures, wildlife spotting from the deck, and getting to know the expedition team as they prepare you for Antarctic landings.

Day 3

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Drake Passage & Expedition Prep

Continue crossing toward Antarctica. Final landing briefings take place, including Zodiac procedures and environmental guidelines. Seabirds such as albatrosses and petrols often accompany the ship.

Days 4-7

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Antarctic Peninsula Exploration

These days are dedicated to exploring Antarctica!!!

This is a typical expedition outline. All activities and landings are weather, ice, and wildlife dependent. Flexibility is essential and part of the true Antarctic experience.

Each day typically includes:

  • Zodiac landings on the Antarctic continent or nearby islands

  • Walks among penguin colonies

  • Visits to research stations or historic sites

  • Wildlife spotting (penguins, seals, whales)

  • Optional activities such as kayaking or snowshoeing

The exact landing sites vary but may include areas such as:

  • Neko Harbour

  • Paradise Bay

  • Cuverville Island

  • Deception Island

No two days are the same, plans are adjusted daily to take advantage of the best conditions!

Days 8-9

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Final Landings + Drake Passage Northbound

Enjoy a final Zodiac landing before beginning the journey North. A farewell to Antarctica as the ship sets course back across the Drake Passage. We will return crossing of the Drake Passage. Time to reflect on the expedition, attend final lectures, and celebrate the journey with fellow travelers.

Day 10

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Disembarkation in Ushuaia

Arrive back in Ushuaia in the morning. Disembark after breakfast and continue onward travel or adventures in Patagonia.

Location

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1. Antarctica

Antarctica

About your organizer

At Wander Where Adventures, we're all about living life to the fullest and making memories that last a lifetime. From chasing waterfalls in Thailand to sleeping under the stars in the Sahara Desert, we're here to turn your wildest travel dreams into reality. Whether you're a seasoned globetrotter or a first-time traveler, we've got the perfect trip for you. With small group sizes, affordable trips, and killer itineraries, we'll show you the world in a way you never thought possible!

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