Antarctica Wildlife and Photo Tour -1st January – 12th January 2024
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Highlights
- Small group experience of just 48 guests, the smallest group size available in Antarctica.
- A rare opportunity to join a in-depth exploration of the Antarctic Peninsula with extended time ashore to view and photograph wildlife.
- Explore key wildlife sites on the South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula.
- Comfortable, and intimate ice-strengthened expedition vessel with sauna.
- Encounter Antarctica’s wildlife including penguins, fur and leopard seals and whales.
- This trip give you the maximum time ashore. All guests can fit in the Zodiacs and land at the same time, so no waiting time.
- Numerous opportunities to photograph Antartica’s Icy and stunning landscapes from the ship and shore.
- Led by highly experienced expedition leaders and photography guides.
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Trip includes
- Expert Expedition Leader
- Lectures
- Use of Zodiac (Dinghies) for shore landings and photography opportunities
- Polar Bear protection guides for shore landings
- Full Board (breakfast, lunch and dinner + alcoholic drinks with evening meal)
- Bedding and towels
- Highly experienced Captain and Cook
- Rubber boots for shore landings
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Itinerary
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Crossing the Drake Passage
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Exploring the Antarctic Peninsula
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At Sea
After 7 nights of exploring Antarctica, we will sail north towards Ushuaia. Our expedition team will continue the educational presentations. It’s a good chance to relax, warm up in the sauna and enjoy a drink at the bar.
The expedition leader will...
Ushuaia
In the morning we arrive back at the port of Ushuaia. After breakfast, we say our goodbyes after making new friends and sharing a wonderful adventure together.
The above itinerary is a guide only. A part of any Antarctica cruise is the flexibility to take advantage of the weather and ice conditions. Our expedition leader will make sure you see as much as possible.
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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
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