Antarctica Multi-Sport Adventure

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This Antarctic multi-sport expedition charts a course through the Drake Passage with potential landfalls in the South Shetland Islands prior to reaching the Antarctic Peninsula.  Even the most experienced travelers are sure to be dazzled by the pristine beauty and extraordinary abundance of wildlife – 5 seal species, massive penguin rookeries of gentoo, Adeli...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Ship Cruise
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Arrival into Buenos Aires
    • Fly to Ushuaia, afternoon city tour and hiking
    • Hiking and kayaking in Tierra del Fuego National Park.
    • Free morning, embarkation and departure for DrakePassage
    • On-board amenities and lectures view from deck, Antarctic Convergence
    • Sail south of the Antarctic Circle, Zodiak excursions to Neko Harbor, Wilhelmina Bay or Petermann Island, Half Moon island
    • On-board amenities and lectures, views from deck, Antarctic Convergence,Cape Horn
    • Arrival in Ushuaia and flight to Buenos Aires
    • Buenos Aires city tour + room for day use

What's this trip about?

    This Antarctic multi-sport expedition charts a course through the Drake Passage with potential landfalls in the South Shetland Islands prior to reaching the Antarctic Peninsula.  Even the most experienced travelers are sure to be dazzled by the pristine beauty and extraordinary abundance of wildlife – 5 seal species, massive penguin rookeries of gentoo, Adelie, and chinstrap, as well as vast populations of seabirds from albatross to skuas.  This is an uber-active expedition, opportunities for kayaking, ski touring, snowshoeing and hiking abound, as well as overnight camping under Antarctic night skies.

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Details

Itinerary focusActive and Outdoor Sports
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityBuenos Aires
End CityBuenos Aires

Travel Themes

  • Birding
  • Hiking & Walking
  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing
  • Small Ship Cruise

Destinations

  • South America
  • Argentina
  • Antarctica

Attractions

  • Buenos Aires
  • Patagonia
  • Ushuaia

Activities

  • Adventure & Adrenaline
  • Bird watching
  • Hiking
  • Kayaking
  • Wildlife viewing
  • Skiing, Snowboarding & Snow Sports

Trip includes

    • Local airfare: Buenos Aires –Ushuaia Roundtrip (listed as separate cost)
    • Hotel and boat accommodations as indicated
    • English-speaking naturalist guides
    • Guided tours and excursions
    • 16 nights accommodations as indicated
    • Overnight camping option, hiking expeditions, traditional snowshoeing
    • Airport-hotel transfers and land transportation
    • Meals as specified [B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner]
    • Services of in-bound land operator for airline reconfirmation, and tour operations
    • Wildland Adventures’ travel consultation and pre-departure services.

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Itinerary

DAY 1: BUENOS AIRES
Buenos Aires airport reception and transfer into the Own Palermo Hotel in the fashionable Palermo neighborhood.

DAY 2: USHUAIA
Fly south over the rugged Patagonian landscape to Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world. Sitting on the shores of the Beagle Channel, Ushuaia actually means 'the bay facing westward' in the language of the original Yamana inhabitants. Once a penal colony (the presi...

DAY 3: USHUAIA -TIERRA DEL FUEGO NATIONAL PARK
Today is a full day exploration of the famed Tierra del Fuego National Park. Upon arrival in the park, we start a 7 km trek (3.5 hours) to a wonderful scenic point overlooking Lake Roca, Lagunas Verde and Negra, Rivers Ovando and Lapataia and Bahía Lapataia. Hiking throu...

DAY 4: DEPART USHUAIA
Enjoy a free morning and early afternoon to explore Ushuaia on your own. Transfer to a pier in an afternoon for embarkation. Check-in with the Akademik Ioffe begins at 4:00 PM where you will be greeted by the Expedition Leader and staff and shown to your cabin. Overnight aboard the Akademik Ioffe [BD]

DAYS: 5&6: DRAKE PASSAGE   
Crossing the Drake Passage, there is so much excitement in the air as we make our way ever closer to the white continent. Guests eagerly soak up the friendly atmosphere onboard as our numerous Polar experts prepare us for our adventures with presentations on everything A...

DAYS:7-13: ANTARCTIC PENINSULA
In the waterways of the Antarctic Peninsula, we make as much time as possible to explore by inflatable Zodiacs, getting close up and intimate views of nature at its most pristine.  Excursions may include Neko Harbour, Wilhelmina Bay, and Petermann Island to the south.  T...

DAY:14&15: DRAKE PASSAGE   
Today, we will leave Antarctica and head north back across the Drake Passage. Now is the chance to compare and revise notes and dwell on the adventures of the past week, to take in the final lectures and to enjoy the delicious cuisine on board as you return to Ushuaia. R...

DAY 16: DISEMBARK IN USHUAIA &BUENOS AIRES
After an early breakfast, arrival in Ushuaia is around 9:00 AM. Thus ends an incredible and unique expedition. You’ll be met at the dock and transferred to the airport for your afternoon flight to Buenos Aires. Upon arrival, a transfer for overnight at Own PalermoHotel.[B]

DAY 17: BUENOS AIRES &DEPARTURE
Spend the morning and early afternoon exploring one of the most atmospheric cities in South America -Buenos Aires. In the company of a local guide, explore historical sites such as the Barrio Norte with its splendid old homes; San Telmo where the artist and musicians liv...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $11,985
Price per day$705
Last Updated: 7/13/2023

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What's excluded

    • International airfare
    • Airport taxes ($160reciprocity fee prior to arriving Argentina, $6.50 from Ushuaia). Airport taxes can be paid in Argentine Pesos or USD cash, or by debit card.
    • Tips and gratuities
    • Optional Kayaking for $795 per person where available
    • Overnight sea kayaking & camping is pre-booked for those already enrolled in the sea kayak program. Additional fee of $300 per person for the camping experience
    • Ski-touring for $750 per person
    • Expedition snowshoeing is $45 per person
    • Expedition field photography is $45 per person
    • Drinks, alcoholic beverages, and meals other than listed above
    • Personal expenses for extra services, optional activities, or changes in your itinerary for reasons beyond our control
    • Travel insurance for trip cancellation, medical services, or evacuation. Insurance is
    • MANDATORY for this expedition
    • Any other items not mentioned above
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Akademik Ioffe
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