Christmas in Antarctica (12D)
Highlights
- Explore the highlights of the South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula, home to some of the world's most impressive scenery and wildlife.
- Behold the Lemaire Channel's spectacularly photogenic scenery of dancing bergs and snowy mountain backdrops.
- Witness seals and penguins congregating on ice floes at this time of year, and the killer whales that prey on them.
Experience the ultimate Antarctic Christmas adventure with this 12-day cruise, beginning in Ushuaia, Argentina. After a night in a premium hotel, explore this vibrant port city before boarding the boutique expedition vessel M/V Sea Spirit.
Your journey takes you across the Drake Passage, offering possible sightings of icebergs, albatrosses, and even whales, to the stunning South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula. Over five days, immerse yourself in breathtaking landscapes, bustling penguin colonies, and opportunities for kayaking, hiking, and camping.
Celebrate Christmas with special festivities onboard, creating unforgettable holiday memories. The return journey includes more wildlife encounters and onboard celebrations before disembarking in Ushuaia, leaving you with cherished memories of your Antarctic expedition.
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About the Christmas in Antarctica (12D)
Experience the ultimate Antarctic Christmas adventure with this 12-day cruise, beginning in Ushuaia, Argentina. After a night in a premium hotel, explore this vibrant port city before boarding the boutique expedition vessel M/V Sea Spirit.
Your journey takes you across the Drake Passage, offering possible sightings of icebergs, albatrosses, and even whales, to the stunning South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula. Over five days, immerse yourself in breathtaking landscapes, bustling penguin colonies, and opportunities for kayaking, hiking, and camping.
Celebrate Christmas with special festivities onboard, creating unforgettable holiday memories. The return journey includes more wildlife encounters and onboard celebrations before disembarking in Ushuaia, leaving you with cherished memories of your Antarctic expedition.
Itinerary Day to Day
Arrival in Ushuaia, Argentina
Welcome to Ushuaia, the worlds southernmost city and starting point of our antarctic expedition! Upon your arrival at the airport, you will be greeted by our staff and transferred to a quality hotel, which has been arranged by us and is included in the price of the itinerary. For the rest of the day, you are free to explore this vibrant port city and adventure hub.
For an introduction to local history and wildlife, the interesting museo del fin del mundo is worth a visit. If you have time to spare, a variety of nature activities can be arranged to suit all interests and fitness levels, from hiking in nearby tierra del fuego national park to wildlife viewing in the beagle channel. For dinner, Ushuaia offers a wide range of restaurants featuring patagonian lamb and delectable fuegian seafood.
Welcome aboard!
Across the Drake Passage
Christmas in South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula
Back across the Drake Passage
Disembarkation in Ushuaia, Argentina
Route Map
If you are looking for an unforgettable way to expand your experience on the white continent, then
Antarctica camping may be the perfect choice for you. This optional activity is your unique opportunity to meet Antarctica on its own terms by spending a night out on the snow and ice! Camping is a great way to immerse yourself in Antarctica. As the sun slowly sets you can unwind and let your senses fully absorb the
awesome sights and mysterious sounds of this legendary wilderness.
Spend an hour or all night simply watching the drama of endlessly changing light upon the landscape. Build a snowman or capture that perfect photo. Whatever joy Antarctica holds for you, you can take the time to experience it fully on your Antarctica camping night. Gain lasting memories, undeniable bragging rights, and a new appreciation for your warm bed back on the ship.
Please contact our agent for availability.
Camping fee: $285 – $385
Antarctica is a paddlers paradise. The white continent boasts some of the worlds most impressive landscapes and is home to incredible marine wildlife. Sea kayak club members will have the opportunity to paddle through tranquil waters filled with glittering icebergs and porpoising penguins while surrounded by magnificent glaciers and mountains.
The protected and picturesque waters of the antarctic peninsula offer the best sea kayaking opportunities in Antarctica. Sea kayak club is also offered on selected voyages to South Georgia, where members may have the rare opportunity to encounter the islands legendary abundance of wildlife from a kayakers perspective, if the areas notoriously inclement weather permits.
Kayak fee: $795 – $1075
What's Included
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1 pre-voyage night on day 1 in los cauquenes hotel or arakur ushuaia resort & spa hotel in Ushuaia
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Group transfer from the airport to the hotel on the day prior to embarkation
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Group transfer to the ship for embarkation on day 2
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Shipboard accommodation
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All meals on board throughout the voyage
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Tea and coffee station 24 hours daily
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All scheduled landings/excursions (subject to weather and ice conditions)
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Leadership throughout the voyage by our experienced expedition leader & expedition team
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Expeditions parka
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Rubber boots for shore landings for the time of the cruise
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Welcome and farewell cocktails
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All port fees
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Group transfer to airport or central location right after disembarkation
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Pre-departure materials
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Digital voyage log
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Wi-fi on board.
What's Excluded
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Mandatory travel insurance
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Airfare
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Transfers from the airport to the hotel if arriving prior to day 1 of the program
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Visa and passport fees (if applicable)
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Luggage and trip cancellation insurance
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Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages other than those for special events and celebrations
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Personal expenses such as laundry and telephone calls
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Fuel surcharge may be applied for all bookings
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Mandatory emergency evacuation insurance to a minimum benefit of us$ 200,000 per person
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Staff gratuities
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Kayaking, camping
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The cost of any applicable medical tests (such as covid-19) or vaccinations required either by a national government or the Expeditions before, during or after the cruise;
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Pre- or post-cruise travel expenses.