Could you please clarify what departures date from Ushuaia and what vessels do you have for March 2026?

For March 2026 the only available departure would be 09MAR2026 - 19MAR2026. All other departures are fully booked. Availability is very limited as we only have 2 Explorer Twin Cabins left priced at EUR 10,325 per person. The vessel used will be the Ocean Nova, designed for intimate and immersive journeys, this nimble and sturdy ship accommodates just 80 guests.

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Best of Antarctica: Whale Journey

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Guided in English
Group Size 12 - 80
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Itinerary

Day 1
Ushuaia
Included Activities
- Airport transfer from Ushuaia Airport to hotel
- Welcome Briefing at hotel
Optional Activities
- Full day adventure at Tierra del Fuego National Park
- Stroll around town and visit waterfront overlooking Beagle Channel
- Sample handcrafted chocolate at local cafe
Landmarks
Tierra del Fuego National Park
Beagle Channel
Day 2
Ushuaia to Ocean Nova
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Coach transfer to Ushuaia port
- Embark Ocean Nova expedition cruise ship
- Meet Expedition Team and settle into cabin
- Sailing through Beagle Channel
- Onboard presentation about expedition
Optional Activities
- Morning walk downtown before departure
Landmarks
Beagle Channel
Days 3 - 4
Drake Passage Crossing
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Crossing Drake Passage
- Wildlife spotting from outer decks (dolphins, whales, seabirds)
- Onboard Lecture Program with polar experts
- Daily Briefings and Recap sessions
Landmarks
Drake Passage
Antarctic Peninsula
South Shetland Islands
Days 5 - 8
Antarctic Peninsula Exploration
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- At least two excursions per day (weather permitting)
- Zodiac landings and excursions
- Citizen Science Program - Happy Whale Project participation
- Access to ship's bridge with captain (open bridge policy)
- Wildlife observation from outer decks
- Daily Briefings and Recap sessions
- Onboard Lecture Program with polar experts
Optional Activities
- Optional paddling excursion
- Polar plunge swim in Antarctic waters
Landmarks
Antarctic Peninsula
Days 9 - 10
Return Journey to Beagle Channel
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Final celebration dinner)
Included Activities
- Return sailing to Beagle Channel
- Expedition Photographer slideshow presentation
- Final celebration dinner
Landmarks
Beagle Channel
Day 11
Disembark Ushuaia
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Disembark Ocean Nova
- Morning transfer to Ushuaia Airport or downtown
Optional Activities
- Extend stay in Ushuaia (contact booking agent to arrange)

Landmarks
Tierra del Fuego National Park
Beagle Channel

Landmarks
Beagle Channel

Landmarks
Drake Passage
Antarctic Peninsula
South Shetland Islands

Landmarks
Antarctic Peninsula

Landmarks
Beagle Channel

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Walter
February 23rd, 2025
5.0
Well done. The trip crossed the Antarctic circle. We did not go as far as promised but saw many glaciers and wildlife.
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March 23rd, 2023
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The most incredible and adventurous trip of my life! Totally recommended!
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January 27th, 2023
5.0
Great trip. One of best ones ever.

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Asked on December 7th, 2025
Could you please clarify what departures date from Ushuaia and what vessels do you have for March 2026?
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- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2025
  For March 2026 the only available departure would be 09MAR2026 - 19MAR2026. All other departures are fully booked. Availability is very limited as we only have 2 Explorer Twin Cabins left priced at EUR 10,325 per person. The vessel used will be the Ocean Nova, designed for intimate and immersive journeys, this nimble and sturdy ship accommodates just 80 guests.

From

$9,575

-15%

US $8,139 per person

Price based on Cheapest Room

Price based on Shared Room

Price based on Private Single Room

Price based on Private Double Room

Select Date

1 Adult2 Adults, 1 Child2 Children

Best price guarantee Learn More

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Best of Antarctica: Whale Journey

Itinerary

Ushuaia

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Ushuaia to Ocean Nova

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Drake Passage Crossing

Included Activities

Antarctic Peninsula Exploration

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Return Journey to Beagle Channel

Included Activities

Disembark Ushuaia

Included Activities

Optional Activities

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