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Ross Sea Odyssey - M/V Greg Mortimer

26 days
From Hobart to Dunedin
4.5
8,252 reviews

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Polar
Venture to the frozen frontiers of the Earth
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 7 - 16
Ages 16+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Hobart

    Hobart
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Hotel in Hobart to be confirmed (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Dine at one of Hobart's celebrated restaurants
    • Leisurely stroll along the historic waterfront
    Landmarks
    Hobart Waterfront
  2. Day 2

    Hobart to At Sea

    Hobart to At Sea
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Breakfast at hotel
    • Embark M/V Greg Mortimer
    • Exploration of ship's public spaces
    • Deck viewing as ship departs Derwent River

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Hobart during morning leisure time
    Landmarks
    Derwent River
    Tasman Peninsula
    Storm Bay
  3. Day 3

    At Sea

    At Sea
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Expedition team presentations and lectures
    • Photography and birdwatching guidance

    Optional Activities

    • Attend lectures on wildlife, landscapes, and historic sites
    • Meet fellow travelers
    • Explore ship's facilities
  4. Day 4

    At Sea

    At Sea
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Sauna
    • Onboard gym
    • Polar library
    • Bar and social activities
  5. Day 5

    At Sea

    At Sea
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Deck observation for whales and albatross
    • Observation lounge relaxation
    Landmarks
    Southern Ocean
  6. Day 6

    Macquarie Island

    Macquarie Island
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Viewing of Macquarie Island wildlife
    • Deck observation of seabirds and seals

    Optional Activities

    • Zodiac exploration around island
    Landmarks
    Macquarie Island
  7. Day 7

    Macquarie Island

    Macquarie Island
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Viewing kelp forests and wildlife
    • Historical site observation (1911 radio relay station)

    Optional Activities

    • Zodiac expeditions
    • Landings on island
    Landmarks
    Macquarie Island Radio Relay Station (1911)
  8. Day 8

    At Sea

    At Sea
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Deck observation for albatross
    Landmarks
    Southern Ocean
  9. Day 9

    At Sea

    At Sea
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Observation of Antarctic Convergence transition
    • Wildlife spotting (penguins, petrels)
    Landmarks
    Antarctic Convergence
    Antarctic Circle
  10. Day 10

    At Sea

    At Sea
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Expedition team presentations on Antarctic wildlife and historic expeditions

    Optional Activities

    • Sauna and spa treatments
    • Bar and social activities
    • Photo editing in cabin
    • Lecture room presentations
  11. Day 11

    Victoria Land Coast and the Ross Sea

    Victoria Land Coast and the Ross Sea
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Arrival at Victoria Land Coast

    Optional Activities

    • Deck observation
    • Experience Antarctic environment
    Landmarks
    Victoria Land Coast
    Ross Sea
  12. Day 12

    Victoria Land Coast and the Ross Sea

    Victoria Land Coast and the Ross Sea
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Wildlife viewing in Ross Sea region

    Optional Activities

    • Zodiac expeditions
    • Landings and exploration
    Landmarks
    Ross Sea
  13. Day 13

    Victoria Land Coast and the Ross Sea

    Victoria Land Coast and the Ross Sea
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Viewing of Adélie penguin colonies
    • Viewing of emperor penguin colonies

    Optional Activities

    • Zodiac expeditions
    • Landings for wildlife observation
    Landmarks
    Ross Sea
  14. Day 14

    Victoria Land Coast and the Ross Sea

    Victoria Land Coast and the Ross Sea
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Viewing of historic expedition sites and huts

    Optional Activities

    • Landings at historic base camp locations
    • Exploration of preserved huts and artifacts
    Landmarks
    Ross Sea Historic Base Camps
  15. Day 15

    Victoria Land Coast and the Ross Sea

    Victoria Land Coast and the Ross Sea
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Flexible expedition planning and daily itinerary design

    Optional Activities

    • Landings and Zodiac expeditions based on conditions
    Landmarks
    Victoria Land Coast
  16. Day 16

    Victoria Land Coast and the Ross Sea

    Victoria Land Coast and the Ross Sea
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Zodiac-cruises amongst ice
    • Landings at various Ross Sea locations

    Optional Activities

    • Ross Ice Shelf viewing and cruising
    • Franklin Island landing and hiking
    • McMurdo Sound exploration and historic hut visits
    • Cape Washington Terra Nova Bay visit
    • Cape Hallett landing and penguin colony viewing
    • Cape Adare landing and Antarctic exploration
    Landmarks
    Ross Ice Shelf
    Franklin Island
    McMurdo Sound
    McMurdo Station
    Scott Research Base
    Cape Washington
    Terra Nova Bay
    Cape Hallett
    Cape Adare
  17. Day 17

    Victoria Land Coast and the Ross Sea

    Victoria Land Coast and the Ross Sea
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Final Antarctic exploration

    Optional Activities

    • Landings at remaining sites
    • Zodiac expeditions
    Landmarks
    Victoria Land Coast
  18. Day 18

    At Sea

    At Sea
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Deck observation of Southern Ocean wildlife
    Landmarks
    Southern Ocean
  19. Day 19

    At Sea

    At Sea
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Expedition team presentations and polar film showings

    Optional Activities

    • Lecture room presentations
    • Socializing at bar, library, or observation deck
    Landmarks
    Southern Ocean
  20. Day 20

    At Sea

    At Sea
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Photo review and editing
    • Journal writing
    • Map marking of journey
    • Reflection and relaxation
    Landmarks
    Southern Ocean
  21. Day 21

    At Sea

    At Sea
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Deck observation for endemic wildlife
    Landmarks
    Auckland Islands
  22. Day 22

    New Zealand's Subantarctic Islands

    New Zealand's Subantarctic Islands
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Exploration of New Zealand's subantarctic islands

    Optional Activities

    • Landings and Zodiac expeditions
    Landmarks
    New Zealand Subantarctic Islands
  23. Day 23

    New Zealand's Subantarctic Islands

    New Zealand's Subantarctic Islands
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Landings on subantarctic islands
    • Zodiac expeditions

    Optional Activities

    • Wildlife viewing and exploration
    Landmarks
    New Zealand Subantarctic Islands
  24. Day 24

    New Zealand's Subantarctic Islands

    New Zealand's Subantarctic Islands
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Flexible expedition planning and daily itinerary design

    Optional Activities

    • Landings and Zodiac expeditions
    Landmarks
    New Zealand Subantarctic Islands
  25. Day 25

    At Sea

    At Sea
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Reflection and relaxation
    • Deck observation of Southern Ocean
    Landmarks
    Southern Ocean
  26. Day 26

    Dunedin

    Dunedin
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Breakfast
    • Disembarkation in Dunedin
    Landmarks
    Dunedin
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