Antarctic Circle, South Georgia and the Falklands - M/V Sylvia Earle
Overview
Highlights
- A classic expedition voyage - exploring the Antarctic Peninsula
- Penguin rookeries - see Adelie, gentoo and chinstrap penguins
- Enjoy the freedom of Antarctica - being in the vast, ice-sculpted Antarctic wilderness
- Travel on a small, friendly expedition ship - capped at just over 100 passengers
- Enjoy on-board lectures and presentations - from expert naturalists and guides
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Arrive in Ushuaia (USH) where you will be met by a representative and transferred to your assigned pre-voyage hotel. If you are already in Ushuaia, we ask you to make your way to your hotel. Check-in is from 3 pm. This afternoon, visit the hospitality desk in the lobb...
This morning, enjoy breakfast and check-out. Please ensure your cabin luggage is fitted with cabin tags clearly labelled with your name and cabin number. Take your cabin luggage to hotel reception, prior to, or at check-out. Your luggage will be stored and transferred...
As we commence our trip across the South Atlantic Ocean towards the Falklands~Malvinas, we make the most of our time getting comfortable with the motions of the sea. Our expedition team prepare you for our first landing with important wildlife guidelines, biosecurity ...
The Falklands~Malvinas comprises two large islands East and West Falkland, with over 700 islands scattered off the coast. All but seven of these are uninhabited, with windswept coastlines, white sand beaches and crystal-clear water. These beautifully barren islands ar...
Meals Provided : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Between the Falklands~Malvinas and South Georgia, you will be enthralled by the ceaseless flight of the many seabirds that follow and circle the ship.
Meals Provided : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Meals Provided : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Our onboard lecture program will continue with presentations from our team of experts. You can also enjoy the many facilities on the ship, borrow a book from our well-stocked library or perhaps stay active in the fitness centre.
Meals Provided : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Meals Provided : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Sea and weather conditions will determine our arrival time into South Georgia today. As you near the rugged island of South Georgia, spare a thought for Captain James Cook, who arrived here in 1775 and believed it to be the northern tip of a great southern contine...
Meals Provided : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Attend informative lectures to learn about Antarctica as we sail across the Scotia Sea towards the white continent.
Meals Provided : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Meals Provided : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
En route to the Peninsula, if time and weather permits, we may attempt to follow the coastline of Elephant Island, a half-submerged mountain cloaked with an ice sheet at the outer limits of the South Shetland Islands. It is almost impossible to describe the feelin...
Meals Provided : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
We generally make landings or Zodiac excursions twice a day. You will want to rug up before joining Zodiac cruises along spectacular ice cliffs or among grounded icebergs, keeping watch for whales, seals and porpoising penguins. Zodiacs will also transport you from th...
Meals Provided : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
In addition to Zodiac cruises and shore excursions, we may ship cruise some of the narrow, dramatic straits separating offshore islands from the mainland, or linger in scenic bays to watch whales travelling or feeding. This is a great time to enjoy the observation lou...
Meals Provided : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
On this voyage, under favourable conditions, we plan to cross the Antarctic Circle, an imaginary line located at latitude 66°33' south. This is certainly a special highlight for many expeditioners, and the moment will be celebrated with a toast on deck (conditions per...
We commence the Drake Passage crossing, heading towards Ushuaia.
Meals Provided : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Another day at sea, perhaps treat yourself to a massage in the wellness centre or stay active in the gym.
Meals Provided : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
During the early morning, we cruise up the Beagle Channel, before quietly slipping into the dock in Ushuaia, where we will be free to disembark around 8 am. Bid farewell to your expedition team and fellow passengers as you continue on your onward journeys. On disem...
If ice conditions allow, the ship will cruise along the narrow Lemaire Channel, one of the many highlights of our voyage. Cliffs tower 700 metres straight out of the ocean, on either side of the ship. The water can sometimes be so still that perfect reflections are mi...
The Peninsula also has a remarkable history and during the voyage, we will learn more about the incredible expeditions to these remote areas and hopefully, you will enjoy the same sense of excitement as many of those early Explorers.
Meals Provided : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
The Peninsula also has a remarkable history and during the voyage, we will learn more about the incredible expeditions to these remote areas and hopefully, you will enjoy the same sense of excitement as many of those early Explorers.
Meals Provided : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Located on Goudier Island, British Port Lockroy is an important site for both scientific research and visitors to the Antarctic continent. Designated a historic site in 1994 and opened to the Antarctic tourism industry in 1996, it was discovered in 1904 and used by th...
Located on Goudier Island, British Port Lockroy is an important site for both scientific research and visitors to the Antarctic continent. Designated a historic site in 1994 and opened to the Antarctic tourism industry in 1996, it was discovered in 1904 and used by th...
While cruising, enjoy the observation lounge or make your way to the bridge for uninterrupted views of Antarctica in all its splendour. Listen out for the creak and deep rumble of glaciers as they carve into sea. Take a quiet moment to experience the wonder of the pristine paradise of the splendid white continent.
Meals Provided : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
While cruising, enjoy the observation lounge or make your way to the bridge for uninterrupted views of Antarctica in all its splendour. Listen out for the creak and deep rumble of glaciers as they carve into sea. Take a quiet moment to experience the wonder of the pristine paradise of the splendid white continent.
Meals Provided : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
During the early morning, we cruise up the Beagle Channel, before quietly slipping into dock in Ushuaia, where you will be free to disembark around 8 am. Bid farewell to your expedition team and fellow passengers, before continuing on for onward travel. On disembar...
Enjoy a final morning landing in the South Shetland Islands before we re-enter the Drake Passage for our return journey to South America. With lectures and film presentations to complete our Antarctic experience, there is still plenty of time to enjoy the magic of...
As we approach the tip of South America, our Captain may sail close to legendary Cape Horn, weather and time permitting.
Meals Provided : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
During the early morning, we cruise up the Beagle Channel, before quietly slipping into dock in Ushuaia. The trip ends after breakfast on board the ship. There are no activities planned today, so you are free to depart at any time after 12 pm. For those on morning fli...
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