This 10-day Classic Antarctica expedition cruise to the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands lands at penguin colonies, research stations and the White Continent itself. Learn to identify species of whales and sea birds while crossing the Drake Passage beside expert naturalists and lecturers on the intimate 90-guest Ushuaia. Photograph penguins, icebergs and snow-capped mountains on South Shetland Islands, a haven for wildlife. Be greeted by macaroni, chinstrap and gentoo penguins as well as elephant seals at Livingston Island. Sail through into the caldera of Deception Island and experience wildlife overload on King George Island!
A unique addition to this Antarctic Peninsula itinerary is an intended visit to Paulet Island, where over 100,000 breeding pairs of Adélie penguins have been known to nest. Other landing sites (weather and sea conditions permitting) include Melchior Island group, Cuverville Island, Portal Point, Neko Harbor, Pléneau Island and Petermann Island to visit the southernmost colony of gentoo penguins.
Accommodation is aboard the 90-guest Ushuaia, an ice-strengthened polar vessel originally built for the United States agency NOAA (National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration). As one of the smallest ships operating in Antarctica, she offers an open bridge policy and more time on land for her guests, intending to get the most out of her journeys.
Click here to get more specifics on our expedition ship, The Ushuaia!
https://www.adventuresmithexplorations.com/cruises/ships/ushuaia/
Final Payment for the cruise is due prior to Sept 1, 2022 via personal check, bank check or if using debit or credit card, card fees will be added to total due.
Alt Esc needs time for all checks to clear and to get a wire transfer to the supplier prior to Sept 11, 2022.
Payments - You may make payments towards your balance between now and Sept 1 via via personal check, bank check or if using debit or credit card, card fees will be added to total due.
Three lower twin beds
Private bath with toilet, sink and shower
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$100 registration and Deposit $1719
Two twin beds: one upper, one lower
In room sink
Toilet/shower shared with one other cabin
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Deposit $1842
Two lower twin beds
Private bath with toilet, sink and shower
Full description and picture in photo gallery
$100 registration and Deposit $2340
Many travelers prefer to book their own international flights. Some want to use miles or credits and others want to control their departure and arrival times - possibly adding a pre or post trip to this adventure.
If you would like, Alt Esc Travel can assist you in booking your flights, just ask!