Antarctica Cruise : Antarctic Peninsula, 11 days / 10 nights
The M/V Polar Star (ex-icebreaker) is a safe and comfortable ice class vessel certified for worldwide international voyages and complying with all SOLAS, ISM, ISPS and MARPOL regulations for safety and environment. In 2000 the ship was completely retrofitted and upgraded specifically for expedition cruising.
K1, Standard
Two lower and one upper berths. Sharing toilet, shower and washbasin with next cabin. Approx 100 sq.feet/10 sq. metres. Portholes. Double or Triple Occupancy
It can be a lifelong ambition to reach the Seventh Continent. It is certainly one of the most unique places on earth where nature rules and where mankind has collectively agreed to manage this vast continent through the Antarctic Treaty in pursuit of peace and science. The wildlife and astonishing landscapes will amaze even the most seasoned traveler. The Classic itinerary cruises the Southern Ocean to the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula seeking some of the best historic and wildlife sites of the Continent.
DAY 1 : Ushuaia, Argentina
Embark in Ushuaia.
DAYS 2 & 3 : At Sea
The ship heads across the Drake Passage crossing the Antarctic Convergence. While at sea, take time onboard to learn about Antarctica, the wildlife and the Antarctic Treaty.
DAYS 4 6 : Antarctica
For three days, explore the west coast of the Antarctic Peninsula with continental and island landings as well as Zodiac cruising. During this time in this untouched wilderness expect to see Gentoo, Adelie and Chinstrap penguins, possibly Fur, Weddell, Crabeater and Leopard seals, as well as Minke, Humpback and other whale species. Visits are planned to sites such as Petermann Island, Port Lockroy, Paradise Bay, Pleneau Island, Neumeyer Channel, Lemaire Channel and Neko Harbour.
DAYS 7 & 8 : South Shetland Islands
Landings are planned at Whalers Bay and Half Moon Island. Here rookeries are inhabited by Chinstrap and Gentoo penguins. The landscape is volcanic, its appearance a dramatic combination of steaming black lava sands and vast expanses of permanent ice.
DAYS 9 & 10 : At Sea
Heading back to Ushuaia, take time while at sea to review recent experiences and learn more during informative lectures.
DAY 11 : Ushuaia, Argentina
Disembark in Ushuaia.
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