Itinerary
- Day 1
Ushuaia
You'll arrive in Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world, and have time to explore this Patagonian hub or wander through nearby forests if that appeals to you. There's an option to take a day trip into Tierra del Fuego's raw landscape if you want something more adventurous. In the afternoon, head to the port to board your vessel, complete the mandatory safety drill, and then set sail through the Beagle Channel into the Drake Passage.
- Meals
- Dinner
Included Activities
- Mandatory safety drill
- Sailing through Beagle Channel
- Embarkation shuttle transfer from Ushuaia city centre
Optional Activities
- Explore Ushuaia city
- Stretch legs in surrounding forests
- Day trip to Tierra del Fuego (rugged mountains, glaciers, meadows, wetlands)
Landmarks Beagle Channel Drake Passage Tierra del Fuego 
- Days 2 - 3
Drake Passage
You're crossing the Drake Passage, the water separating Patagonia and Antarctica, which can get rough with strong westerly winds. Your expedition vessel has stabilizers and a qualified crew to handle the crossing safely. Spend these days preparing with safety briefings, biosecurity procedures, and informative lectures about Antarctic exploration, wildlife, geology, and glaciology. By day three, you'll cross into the Antarctic Convergence where temperatures drop significantly and wildlife becomes more abundant.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Drake Passage crossing
- Expedition Leader safety briefing
- Biosecurity briefing and equipment preparation
- Lectures on Antarctic exploration history, wildlife, geology, and glaciology
Landmarks Drake Passage Antarctic Convergence South Shetland Islands - Days 4 - 6
Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands
Start exploring Antarctica in the South Shetland Islands, a rugged area with large penguin colonies and seabirds. You might visit Deception Island with its volcanic features and historic ruins, or Half Moon Island and Aitcho where penguin colonies are especially active. Head further south into the Gerlache Strait region on the Antarctic Peninsula for the iconic Antarctic landscape. Landing sites change based on weather and ice conditions, decided by your Expedition Leader and Captain. Early spring brings penguins building nests and competing for mates, winter sea ice, rare sunsets, and great snowshoeing. Evening briefings keep you informed about upcoming activities.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Zodiac landings and excursions to South Shetland Islands
- Visit to Deception Island
- Visit to Aitcho Island
- Visit to Half Moon Island
- Visit to Yankee Harbour
- Zodiac landings and excursions to Gerlache Strait region
- Evening briefings with Expedition Leader
- Lectures from Expedition Team
- Welcome Cocktail Party (Day 1 of expedition)
- Special photo workshops
Optional Activities
- Snowshoeing (USD 225/person) - weather, terrain and snow conditions permitting
- Kayaking (USD 345/person) - weather and ice conditions permitting
- Photography Program (USD 495/person) - dedicated photography guide instruction
Landmarks South Shetland Islands Livingstone Island Greenwich Island King George Island Deception Island Aitcho Island Half Moon Island Yankee Harbour Antarctic Peninsula Gerlache Strait 
- Days 7 - 8
Return across Drake Passage
Depart Antarctica and spend two days sailing back north across the Drake Passage toward Ushuaia. Enjoy onboard activities like cocktails at the Nordic Bar, lectures in the Shackleton Lounge, and time to reflect on your Antarctic adventure. Your final evening includes the Farewell Cocktail Party with the Captain and Officers, then a presentation of voyage photos and videos taken by the onboard photographer.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Drake Passage return crossing
- Farewell Cocktail Party with Captain and Officers
- Photo and video presentation by onboard photographer
- Access to Nordic Bar
- Lectures in Shackleton Lounge
Landmarks Drake Passage - Day 9
Ushuaia
You'll arrive back at Ushuaia pier in the morning on your final day. After a hearty breakfast onboard, say goodbye to the crew and Expedition Team, then step onto dry land with memories of your Antarctic voyage.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Disembarkation shuttle transfer from ship to Ushuaia city centre or airport
Landmarks Ushuaia
