Antarctica, Falklands & South Georgia

From US$9,695 (~ AUD$14,881 *) Per Person Twin Share

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18 or 19 days / 17 or 18 nights

Location Nights
Buenos Aires 1
MV Minerva 16/17
  • Group Zodiac excursions with expert lecturer/guides
  • A&K cocktail reception
  • One night’s deluxe accommodation in Buenos Aires
  • Onboard lectures and activities

Itinerary

Day 01 Arrive Buenos Aires

Private transfer in the Argentinean Capital.
Buenos Aires

Day 02 Buenos Aires – Ushuaia

Group charter to Ushuaia, the world’s southernmost city, with a tour of Tierra del Fuego’s wilderness park. Board you ship this afternoon (B,L,D).
M/V Minerva

Day 03 At Sea

Your journey to the Falkland Islands is an exciting one, as you join the Captain on the bridge or spot wildlife from the deck – these krill-rich waters are a particular favourite with marine mammals and seabirds (B,L,D).
M/V Minerva

Day 04 Falkland Islands

A chance to step back in time. Spend at least one day on nature walks to penguin rookeries and other unspoiled wildlife habitats or perhaps stroll the village streets of Stanley, with its quaint architecture, friendly locals and picturesque pubs (B,L,D).
M/V Minerva

Days 05-06 Cruising the South Atlantic

As the ship approaches South Georgia, join the Captain on the bridge or spot wildlife from the deck (B,L,D).
M/V Minerva

Days 07-09 South Georgia

Spend at least two days discovering the mountainous scenery of South Georgia. This island is a wildlife paradise with an astonishing number of avian species including King, macaroni and rock-hopper penguins. Additionally, during the summer breeding season, its beaches swarm with fur and elephant seals. Spend your time exploring its rugged shores and glacier carved coves. See historic sites including Grytviken, a former whaling station and site of Shackleton’s grave (B,L,D).
M/V Minerva

Days 10-11 Scotia Sea

Lecturers recap as the ship sails southward to Antarctica (B,L,D).
M/V Minerva

Days 12-15 Antarctica

As the Antarctic Peninsula and its offshore islands appear on the horizon, a sense of excitement and expectation begins to build. A first Zodiac expedition is swiftly followed by others, all carefully planned by the Captain and Expedition Leader to take full advantage of each day's possibilities.

On most days two landings are scheduled, heading out in swift and versatile Zodiacs, guided by expert drivers and accompanied by lecturers, to explore islands filled with thousands of penguins, to photograph nesting grounds of seabirds, and to cruise iceberg-strewn passageways of breathtaking beauty.

As conditions permit, plan to stop on the Antarctic Peninsula as well as many of the South Shetlands islands- including Deception Island, where you have the opportunity to take a dip in the thermal waters. You may also sail through breathtaking Paradise Bay and the Lemaire Channel with other possibilities for exploration including a scientific research station, the remains of early-century whaling and sealing industries and whale bones on the beach (B,L,D).
M/V Minerva

Days 16-17 Drake Passage

The ship returns to Ushuaia through the Drake Passage (B,L,D).
M/V Minerva

Day 18 Ushuaia – Buenos Aires

Disembark after breakfast, and head out to explore the busy port city of Ushuaia. There may be time for some shopping and sightseeing on your own before transferring to the airport to board your flight back to Buenos Aires (B,L,D).

Note: Early Booking Discount: Save USD500 per person when you make your reservation and deposit by 31 March 2008. (children travelling on discounted rate not eligable). Please contact A&K for Children's rates. Family Departure 18 December 2009.

Departure Dates & Prices

From To Twin Single Price Note
21-11-2008 09-12-2008 US $ 9,695.00 US $ 11,145.00 #81122, 18 Nights, Category 8, Standard, B Deck
21-11-2008 09-12-2008 US $ 10,495.00 US $ 12,050.00 #81122, 18 Nights, Category 7, Standard, B Deck
21-11-2008 09-12-2008 US $ 11,295.00 US $ 12,995.00 #81122, 18 Nights, Category 6, Standard A Deck
21-11-2008 09-12-2008 US $ 11,995.00 US $ 13,760.00 #81122, 18 Nights, Category 5, Standard, A Deck
21-11-2008 09-12-2008 US $ 13,995.00 US $ 20,090.00 #81122, 18 Nights, Category 4, Superior, Promenade
21-11-2008 09-12-2008 US $ 15,995.00 US $ 22,945.00 #81122, 18 Nights, Category 3, Deluxe, Promenade
21-11-2008 09-12-2008 US $ 17,795.00 US $ 33,070.00 #81122, 18 Nights, Category 2, Suite Bridge
21-11-2008 09-12-2008 US $ 20,995.00 US $ 39,355.00 #81122, 18 Nights, Category 1, Owners Suite, Bridge
18-12-2008 04-01-2009 US $ 11,195.00 US $ 12,850.00 #81219, 17 Nights, Category 8, Standard, B Deck
18-12-2008 04-01-2009 US $ 11,995.00 US $ 13,770.00 #81219, 17 Nights, Category 7, Standard, B Deck
18-12-2008 04-01-2009 US $ 13,595.00 US $ 15,580.00 #81219, 17 Nights, Category 6, Standard, A Deck
18-12-2008 04-01-2009 US $ 14,095.00 US $ 16,145.00 #81219, 17 Nights, Category 5, Standard, A Deck
18-12-2008 04-01-2009 US $ 16,795.00 US $ 24,120.00 #81219, 17 Nights, Category 4, Superior, Promenade
18-12-2008 04-01-2009 US $ 19,695.00 US $ 28,365.00 #81219, 17 Nights, Category 3, Deluxe, Promenade
18-12-2008 04-01-2009 US $ 21,595.00 US $ 40,390.00 #81219, 17 Nights, Category 2, Suite, Bridge
18-12-2008 04-01-2009 US $ 25,995.00 US $ 48,990.00 #81219, 17 Nights, Category 1, Owners Suite, Bridge
17-02-2009 06-03-2009 US $ 10,895.00 US $ 12,490.00 #90218, 17 Nights, Category 8, Standard, B Deck
17-02-2009 06-03-2009 US $ 11,495.00 US $ 13,175.00 #90218, 17 Nights, Category 7, Standard, B Deck
17-02-2009 06-03-2009 US $ 12,395.00 US $ 14,190.00 #90218, 17 Nights, Category 6, Standard, A Deck
17-02-2009 06-03-2009 US $ 12,895.00 US $ 14,770.00 #90218, 17 Nights, Category 5, Standard, A Deck
17-02-2009 06-03-2009 US $ 14,595.00 US $ 20,955.00 #90218, 17 Nights, Category 4, Superior, Promenade
17-02-2009 06-03-2009 US $ 16,295.00 US $ 23,420.00 #90218, 17 Nights, Category 3, Deluxe, Promenade
17-02-2009 06-03-2009 US $ 18,695.00 US $ 34,850.00 #90218, 17 Nights, Category 2, Suite, Bridge
17-02-2009 06-03-2009 US $ 24,395.00 US $ 25,790.00 #90218, 17 Nights, Category 1, Owners Suite, Bridge

Tour Departs: On the following dates

2008 November 21
December 18
2009 February 17

Note: Prices are pp twin share. A&K Air Supplement: Buenos Aires/Ushuaia/Buenos Aires charter flight USD$600 pp. Port Charge USD$315. Taxes not included.

 
 
 
 

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