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Antarctic Peninsula and Weddell Sea - Douglas Mawson

11 days
From Punta Arenas to Ushuaia
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

    Punta Arenas

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

    Optional Activities

    • Explore restaurants and bars in Punta Arenas
    • Browse shops for last-minute items
    Landmarks
    Straits of Magellan
    Punta Arenas
  2. Day 2

    Punta Arenas to King George Island

    Punta Arenas to King George Island
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (Douglas Mawson (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Charter flight to King George Island
    • Zodiac transfer from King George Island to vessel
    • Safety briefings onboard
    Landmarks
    King George Island
    South Shetland Islands
  3. Day 3

    Antarctic Peninsula - Weddell Sea

    Antarctic Peninsula - Weddell Sea
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (Douglas Mawson (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Exploration of western Antarctic Peninsula
    • Exploration of South Shetland Islands
    Landmarks
    Antarctic Peninsula
    South Shetland Islands
    Weddell Sea
  4. Day 4

    Antarctic Peninsula - Weddell Sea

    Antarctic Peninsula - Weddell Sea
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (Douglas Mawson (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Zodiac cruises along ice cliffs
    • Zodiac excursions among grounded icebergs
    • Shore landings to penguin rookeries
    • Visits to historic huts
    • Twice-daily Zodiac excursions or landings
    Landmarks
    Weddell Sea
    Antarctic Sound
  5. Day 5

    Antarctic Peninsula - Weddell Sea

    Antarctic Peninsula - Weddell Sea
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (Douglas Mawson (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Shore walks along pebbly beaches
    • Walks along snow-covered ridgelines

    Optional Activities

    • Polar plunging in Antarctic waters (conditions permitting)
    • Optional activities (available when conditions allow)
    Landmarks
    Antarctic Peninsula
  6. Day 6

    Antarctic Peninsula - Weddell Sea

    Antarctic Peninsula - Weddell Sea
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (Douglas Mawson (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Observation from ship's observation lounge
    • Bridge access for uninterrupted views
    Landmarks
    Antarctic Peninsula
  7. Day 7

    Antarctic Peninsula - Weddell Sea

    Antarctic Peninsula - Weddell Sea
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (Douglas Mawson (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Zodiac cruises
    • Shore excursions
    • Ship cruising narrow straits (optional depending on conditions)
    • Whale watching in scenic bays (optional depending on conditions)
    Landmarks
    Antarctic Peninsula
  8. Day 8

    Antarctic Peninsula - Weddell Sea

    Antarctic Peninsula - Weddell Sea
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (Douglas Mawson (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Zodiac excursions for wildlife viewing
    • Kayaking through sea ice (subject to conditions)
    • Wildlife observation of Adélie penguin colonies
    • Antarctic blue-eyed shag observation
    • Wilson's storm petrel observation
    • Chinstrap penguin observation
    • Gentoo penguin observation
    • Whale watching for humpback, minke, and orca whales
    Landmarks
    Weddell Sea
    Antarctic Sound
  9. Day 9

    Drake Passage

    Drake Passage
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (Douglas Mawson (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Final landing in South Shetland Islands
    • Lectures on Antarctic experience
    • Film presentations
    • Reflection and discussion sessions
    Landmarks
    South Shetland Islands
    Drake Passage
  10. Day 10

    Drake Passage

    Drake Passage
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (Douglas Mawson (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Cape Horn passage (weather and time permitting)
    Landmarks
    Cape Horn
    Drake Passage
  11. Day 11

    Ushuaia

    Ushuaia
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Beagle Channel cruise
    • Airport transfer (Ushuaia Airport - USH)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Ushuaia before afternoon airport transfer (for passengers with flights after 12:30pm)
    Landmarks
    Beagle Channel
    Ushuaia
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