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Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica - M/V Sylvia Earle (Xmas Fly)

20 days
From Ushuaia to Punta Arenas
4.5
8,631 traveler reviews

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Sailing
Catch the wind and set sail for new horizons
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

    Ushuaia

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel in Ushuaia to be confirmed (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Lake Escondido pre-embarkation tour
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2Itinerary Image 3
  2. Day 2

    Ushuaia to At Sea

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Welcome dinner)
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Mandatory briefings onboard ship
    • Welcome dinner with expedition team and crew

    Optional Activities

    • Lake Escondido panoramic drive tour including Garibaldi Pass, Lake Escondido views, Fagnano Lake shore visit, and traditional Fuegian lamb barbecue at local ranch
    Landmarks
    Lake Escondido
    Garibaldi Pass
    Fagnano Lake
    Itinerary Image 1
  3. Day 3

    At Sea

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Wildlife guidelines and biosecurity procedures briefing
    • Lecture program on Antarctic region history, wildlife, and environment
    • Seabird observation and photography
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2
  4. Day 4

    Falklands

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Zodiac cruises to rocky coves and sea cliffs
    • Visits to albatross colonies
    • Visits to penguin rookeries
    • Traditional English tea and scones at local cottage
    Landmarks
    Falkland Islands
  5. Day 5

    Falklands

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Stanley town
    • Access to Historic Dockyard Museum

    Optional Activities

    • Polar plunge in polar waters
    • Other optional activities (as selected at time of booking)
    Landmarks
    Stanley
    Historic Dockyard Museum
  6. Day 6

    At Sea

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Seabird observation
    • Expert lecture program presentations
  7. Day 7

    At Sea

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Access to ship library
    • Access to fitness centre
  8. Day 8

    At Sea to South Georgia

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Coastal sailing and scenic viewing

    Optional Activities

    • Close approach to Shag Rocks (weather and time permitting)
    Landmarks
    South Georgia
    Shag Rocks
  9. Day 9

    South Georgia

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Exploration of South Georgia (activities to be determined by expedition team)
    Landmarks
    South Georgia
  10. Day 10

    South Georgia

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Zodiac excursions to coves and coastline
    • Visits to king penguin colonies
    • Guided walks among fur seals and elephant seals
    • Shore walks along pebbled streams and glacial plains
    Landmarks
    South Georgia
  11. Day 11

    South Georgia

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Zodiac excursions and shore excursions (as conditions allow)
    • Ship cruises through fjords and scenic bays
    • Access to observation lounge
    • Bridge access (Captain's discretion)
    Landmarks
    South Georgia
  12. Day 12

    South Georgia to At Sea

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle (or similar))
  13. Day 13

    At Sea

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Informative lecture program on Antarctica
  14. Day 14

    At Sea

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Access to wellness centre
    • Access to gym

    Optional Activities

    • Massage treatments at wellness centre
  15. Day 15

    At Sea to Antarctic Peninsula

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Iceberg observation and arrival in Antarctica

    Optional Activities

    • Close approach to Elephant Island coastline (weather and time permitting)
    Landmarks
    Antarctic Peninsula
    Elephant Island
    South Shetland Islands
  16. Day 16

    Antarctic Peninsula

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Zodiac cruises along ice cliffs and around icebergs
    • Wildlife observation (whales, seals, penguins)
    • Shore visits to penguin rookeries
    • Visits to historic huts
    Landmarks
    Antarctic Peninsula
  17. Day 17

    Antarctic Peninsula

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Shore walks on pebbly beaches
    • Hikes up snow-covered ridgelines to vantage points
    Landmarks
    Antarctic Peninsula
  18. Day 18

    Antarctic Peninsula

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Zodiac cruises and shore excursions (as conditions allow)
    • Ship cruises through straits and scenic bays
    • Whale observation
    • Glacier observation
    Landmarks
    Antarctic Peninsula
  19. Day 19

    King George Island to Punta Arenas

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel in Punta Arenas to be confirmed (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Flight from King George Island to Punta Arenas
    Landmarks
    Frei Base
  20. Day 20

    Punta Arenas

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Landmarks
    Punta Arenas
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