Crossing the Antarctic Circle Cruise

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Cruising the Antarctic Peninsula and the Circle

Explore the deep bays and fjords of the Antarctic Peninsula where massive glaciers flank a rugged spine of snowy mountains. Scattered amongst penguin rookeries and basking seals, reminders of early explorers bring history to life. Scientific stations open the door to fascinating research. We hope to make landings two to three times a day. To get ashore we will use zodiacs. Sometimes we will cruise along spectacular ice cliffs, or make contact with whales. In these situations we will appreciate the distinct advantage of being on a small vessel, which gives everyone the opportunity to experience these very special close encounters with wildlife.

Across the Antarctic Circle
Venturing across the Antarctic Circle beyond 66°33” South, takes you to a frozen region of brooding mountain ranges, massive blue icebergs and waterways taut with fast ice. Plentiful krill attracts the continent’s greatest variety and concentration of wildlife, including Orcas, Leopard seals, Fur seals, penguins and Snow petrels.

Scuba Diving and Snorkelling
On some departures we also offer a Polar Scuba diving and Polar snorkelling option. You will be one of the few divers and snorkelers ever witness the fascinating underwater world of these Antarctic waters. Please contact us for more details on these activities.

Crossing the Circle

This itinerary includes one of the most in-depth exploration of the Antarctic Peninsula, it also offers the opportunity to venture further south across the Antarctic Circle. As you head towards a milestone few travelers reach, you’ll feel you are in a world without borders, sailing through an endless stretch of sea, snow and ice.
Dramatic ice formations will ignite your imagination as you search the landscape for the wildlife that calls it home. Whether it’s humpback whales alongside the ship, a leopard seal diving beneath your Zodiac, penguins sliding into crystal waters from an iceberg, or a giant petrel soaring above cracking sea-ice, you’ll experience a sensory overload in Antarctica like you’ve never felt before.

Note:
This is a sample itinerary only. Final itiniraries, ports of embarkation and disembarkation and sites may change depending on vessel and departure dates, weather- and ice conditions.

Antarctic Peninsula & South of the Circle

On King George Island we are at the stepping off point for the Antarctic Peninsula. A host of choices is now open to us and depending on the ice and weather conditions the western side of the Antarctic Peninsula is yours to explore. Our experienced leaders, will use their expertise to design your voyage from day to day. This allows us to make best use of the prevailing weather, ice conditions and wildlife opportunities. Because we are so far south, we will experience approximately 18-20 hours' daylight and the days will be as busy as you wish. There is plenty of time for sleep when you get home!
Once we arrive in the calmer waters of Bransfield and Gerlache Straits, we hope to make landings and do other activities like kayaking, diving and snorkeling two to three times a day. To get ashore we will use Zodiacs. Sometimes we will cruise along spectacular ice cliffs, or make contact with whales, penguins and seals. In these situations we will appreciate the distinct advantage of being on a small vessel, which gives everyone the opportunity to experience these very special close encounters with wildlife.
You may visit the following exciting places if conditions and time allows:

Livingston Island
A unique landing place on the Peninsula – tiny toes of land that are literally alive with wildlife. Here we will find two species of penguins breeding, chinstraps and gentoos. It is not uncommon to find wallows of elephant seals that are 60 beasts strong. Giant petrels nest on the ridgeline. The vegetation consists of mosses, lichens and the only grass species that grows in Antarctica. All this is set against a stunning backdrop, underneath long black scree slopes at the foot of the mountains and glaciers of Livingston Island.
Deception Island

Visiting Deception Island is like making a journey to the moon. We sail through the narrow opening of Neptune's Bellows to enter the flooded volcanic crater. Inside is an unworldly scene, virtually devoid of life. We can explore the lifeless remains of a derelict whaling station and a vacant British base, or climb to the rim of the crater. Steam rises from the shore indicating that the water is actually warm enough for a swim, for those who dare. Outside the crater, if conditions allow, we might land at Bailey Head to explore the enormous chinstrap penguin rookery that featured in David Attenborough's Life in the Freezer series.
Paradise Harbour

We might step on the continent of Antarctica at Paradise Harbour. Prepare to be dazzled by your first glimpse of the continent. The scenery here is amazing. We hope the weather will be mild enough to allow us all to step foot on the White Continent itself. Paradise Harbour is a protected bay surrounded by magnificent peaks and spectacular glaciers, the rocky cliffs provide perfect nesting sites for blue-eyed shags, terns and gulls. This is a haven for whales so keep your eyes open for humpbacks, orcas and minkes, as well as crabeater seals, as we explore the bay in Zodiacs. Imagine being so close to a whale that when he surfaces to blow, the fishy spray of his exhalation momentarily blurs your vision. Words cannot describe this experience.
Half Moon Island

A wildlife rich island tucked into a neat bay at the eastern end of Livingston Island. On a clear day the glaciers and mountains of Livingston Island dominate the scene. There is a large chinstrap penguin rookery tucked in between basaltic turrets coloured by yellow and orange lichens. Gulls nest on these turrets and there are often fur seals and elephant seals hauled out on the pebble beaches. At one extremity of the island there is a large colony of nesting blue-eyed shags. At the other end lies a small Argentine station that is sometimes occupied by scientists conducting research on the penguin colony and surrounding waterways.

*NOTE: Snorkeling & Diving activity on designated trips need a minimum of 6 participants.

Dates & Rates

Ocean Diamond Across the Antarctic Circle
- Ocean Diamond
- 13 nights
- Max number of Passengers 189
- Learn more about this vessel
Dates
- 8th Jan - 21st Jan 2021
- Embark: Ushuaia
- Disembark: Ushuaia
Prices from

Single obst view
USD 15,995
Single Porthole
USD 15,995
Balcony Suite
USD 15,495
Suite
USD 14,995
Twin Window
USD 13,995
Twin obst view
USD 12,995
Triple
USD 8,995
Includes

- Leadership throughout the voyage by our experienced expedition leaders, including shore landings and other activities.
- All zodiac transfers and cruising as per the daily program.
- All shore landings as per the daily program.
- Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeeping
- All meals, snacks, soft drinks and juices on board throughout your voyage.
- Beer and wine during dinner; and coffee, tea and cocoa available around the clock.
- Formal and informal presentations by our expedtion team and guest speakers as scheduled.
- A photographic journal documenting the expedition.
- A pair of waterproof expedition boots on loan for landings and Zodiac cruising excursions.
- Comprehensive onboard materials, including a map and a informative Antarctic Reader.
- All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges.
- All luggage handling aboard the ship.
- Emergency Evacuation insurance for all passengers to a maximum benefit of USD $500,000 per person.
- Group arrival transfer in Ushuaia from airport to pre-expedition hotel on day 1.
- Group transfer from hotel to ship on embarkation day.
- Group departure transfer upon disembarkation in Ushuaia from ship to local airport or to luggage storage facility.
- One night's pre-expedition hotel accommodation in Ushuaia with breakfast.

Excludes

- International airfare
- Passport and applicable visa expenses
- Government arrival and departure taxes not mentioned
- Meals unless otherwise specified
- Baggage, cancellation, interruption and medical travel insurance.
- Excess-baggage fees on international flights
- Mandatory waterproof pants for Zodiac landing and cruising excursions, or any other gear not mentioned.
- Extra expenses (communication, laundry, souvenirs, etc.).
- Gratuities.
- Additional overnight accommodation.
- Arrival and departure transfers, except where explicity stated.
- Adventure options not listed in included activites
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Sea Spirit Across the Antarctic Circle
- Sea Spirit
- 14 nights
- Max number of Passengers 114
- Learn more about this vessel
Dates
- 25th Jan - 8th Feb 2021
- Embark: Ushuaia
- Disembark: Ushuaia
Prices from

Owners Suite
EUR 23,395
Premium Suite
EUR 18,495
Deluxe Suite
EUR 17,095
Superior Suite
EUR 15,395
Classic Suite
EUR 15,195
Main Deck Suite
EUR 14,095
Triple Classic
EUR 10,695
Includes

1 pre-voyage hotel night;
Group transfer from the airport to the hotel on a day prior to departure;
Group transfer to the ship on day of embarkation;
Shipboard accommodation;
All meals on board throughout the voyage;
Tea and coffee station 24 hours daily;
All scheduled landings/excursions (subject to weather and ice conditions);
Leadership throughout the voyage by our experienced Expedition Leader & Expedition Team;
Expeditions parka;
Rubber boots for shore landings for the time of the cruise;
Welcome and Farewell cocktails;
All port fees;
Group transfer to airport or central location upon disembarkation;
Pre-departure materials;
Digital Voyage Log;

Excludes

Airfare;
Visa and passport fees (if applicable);
Luggage and trip cancellation insurance;
Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages other than those for special events and celebrations;
Personal expenses such as laundry and onboard communication (telephone calls, faxes, and e-mail service);
Fuel surcharge may be applied for all bookings;
Emergency Evacuation Insurance to a minimum benefit of USD 200,000;
Staff gratuities;
Pre- or post-cruise travel expenses.
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Ushuaia Across the Antarctic Circle
- Ushuaia
- 11 nights
- Max number of Passengers 88
- Learn more about this vessel
Dates
- 27th Jan - 7th Feb 2021
- Embark: Ushuaia
- Disembark: Ushuaia
Prices from

Premier Single
USD 16,350
Suite Twin
USD 15,130
Superior Twin
USD 14,390
Premier Twin
USD 13,620
Standard Plus Twin
USD 11,420
Standard Twin
USD 9,430
Standard Plus Triple
USD 8,810
Includes

- Voyage aboard the USHUAIA as indicated in the itinerary.
- All meals throughout the voyage aboard the USHUAIA.
- All shore excursions and activities throughout the voyage by zodiac.
- Program of lectures by noted naturalists and leadership by experienced expedition staff.
- All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the program.
- Comprehensive pre-departure material.
- Detailed post-expedition log.

Excludes

- Any airfare, whether on scheduled or charter flights;
- pre- and post land arrangements;
- transfers to / from the vessel;
- passport and visa expenses;
- Government arrival and departure taxes;
- meals ashore;
- baggage, cancellation and personal insurance (strongly recommended);
- excess baggage charges and all items of a personal nature such as bar and beverage charges and telecommunication charges;
- customary gratuity at the end of the voyages (guidelines will be provided).

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Island Sky Across the Antarctic Circle
- Island Sky
- 15 nights
- Max number of Passengers 112
- Learn more about this vessel
Dates
- 31st Jan - 15th Feb 2021
- Embark: Ushuaia
- Disembark: Ushuaia
Prices from

Owner's Suite
USD 22,995
Penthouse Suite
USD 20,995
Veranda Suite
USD 18,995
Deluxe Suite
USD 17,995
Promenade Suite
USD 17,595
Window Suite
USD 16,795
Porthole Suite
USD 14,995
Triple Suite
USD 11,495
Includes

Two nights hotel accommodation in embarkation city.
Transfer from airport in embarkation city (Trelew Airport “REL” for the Nov 1 2020 voyage which
Embarks in Puerto Madryn; Ushuaia Airport “USH” for all other departures) to group hotel if arriving on Day 1 of itinerary, and providing we have your confirmed air itinerary at least 90 days prior to departure
Transfer from group hotel to ship for embarkation
Group transfer from ship to airport, hotel in Ushuaia, or central location following disembarkation. We cannot drop at Airbnb / private homes which are often inaccessible for our transfer vehicles.
Shipboard accommodations
All scheduled Landings / excursions
All meals onboard
Coffee/tea/cocoa 24 hours daily
House wine / beer / soft drink with dinner
Expedition jacket (yours to keep)
A pair of boots for use during the voyage
WiFi from the public computers in the library
200 MB WiFi card (for use on your personal devices)
Daily international news service
All port fees
All landing fees
Digital Voyage Log
In Owner’s Suite, Penthouse, Veranda, Deluxe and Promenade categories: champagne and
Chocolates on arrival, and complimentary mini-bar. Mini-bar is restocked once daily.

Excludes

Any airfare or travel expenses associated with arrival in Ushuaia or Puerto Madryn
Transfer from airport to group hotel, unless arriving on Day 1 of the itinerary
Pre or post voyage expenses in Ushuaia or Puerto Madryn
Laundry and personal expenses incurred on board
Alcohol and soft drinks onboard (except as listed above in inclusions)
Onboard communication charges such as outgoing phone calls, WiFi from personal devices in
Excess of the 200 MB provided
Staff gratuities

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Hanseatic Inspiration Across the Antarctic Circle
- Hanseatic Inspiration
- 13 nights
- Max number of Passengers 199
- Learn more about this vessel
Dates
- 2nd Feb - 15th Feb 2021
- Embark: Ushuaia
- Disembark: Ushuaia
Prices from

Grand Suite w/ veranda
EUR 22,857
Junior Suite w/ balcony
EUR 17,233
Balcony Cabin
EUR 13,443
French Balcony Cabin
EUR 12,949
Panoramic Cabin
EUR 12,445
Outside Cabin
EUR 11,951

Including charter flight from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia/Argentina and back.
Including a visit to South Shetland Islands, Marguerite Bay and the Weddell Sea
Includes

- Charter flight from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia/Argentina
- In every cabin: champagne to welcome you, mini bar restocked daily with non-alcoholic beverages (additional selection of spirits in Grand Suites and Junior Suites), coffee machine, 24-hour cabin service (Butler service in Grand Suites and Junior Suite)
- Equipment for loan: one pair of binoculars and two sets of Nordic Walking poles in the cabin itself, furthermore warm parkas, rubber boots, snorkelling equipment
- Flat-screen TV with information and entertainment programme, personal email account and Internet access via Wi-Fi (emails free of charge, Internet subject to a charge)
- Information about harbours and destinations (where available) in the cabin
- All landings and rides in the ship’s own Zodiacs (partly e-Zodiacs)
- Experienced experts from various disciplines accompany every cruise, give presentations and multimedia lectures, provide well-informed answers to questions about the cruising area and take part in the Zodiac landings/rides
- Use of the interactive Ocean Academy with individual knowledge formats
- Comprehensive information before the cruise – for example, manuals about the Arctic, Antarctic and the Amazon, as well as expedition maps
- International gourmet cuisine – full board: early-bird breakfast, breakfast, bouillon, afternoon coffee/tea time, lunch and dinner (three restaurants to choose from in the evening with flexible opening hours)
- German- and English-speaking ship and expedition management as well as German- and English-speaking service crew
- Harbour and airport fees
- Cancellation fee insurance and bankruptcy Insurance
- Extensive sports programme: fitness area with ocean view, course programme, additional sports activities on shore depending on the destination
- OCEAN SPA with Finnish sauna with an ocean view, steam sauna, indoor and outdoor relaxation area (spa treatments and hairdresser at a surcharge)

Excludes

- Pre- and post land arrangements
- Passport and visa expenses
- Government arrival and departure taxes
- Meals ashore
- Baggage, cancellation and personal insurance
- Excess baggage charges and all items of a personal nature
- Gratuities
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Plancius Across the Antarctic Circle
- Plancius
- 11 nights
- Max number of Passengers 116
- Learn more about this vessel
Dates
- 14th Feb - 25th Feb 2021
- Embark: Ushuaia
- Disembark: Ushuaia
Prices from

Superior Cabin
EUR 9,950
Twin Deluxe
EUR 9,300
Twin Window
EUR 8,750
Twin Porthole
EUR 8,400
Quadruple cabin
EUR 6,800
Includes

- All meals throughout the voyage aboard the ship including snacks, coffee and tea
- All shore excursions and activities throughout the voyage by zodiac
- Program of lectures by noted naturalists and leadership by experienced expedition staff
- Free use of rubber boots and snowshoes
- Pre-scheduled group transfer from the vessel to the airport in Ushuaia, directly after disembarkation
- All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the program

Excludes

- Any airfare, whether on scheduled or charter flights
- Pre- and post land arrangements
- Passport and visa expenses
- Government arrival and departure taxes
- Meals ashore
- Baggage, cancellation and personal insurance (which is mandatory)
- Excess baggage charges and all items of a personal nature
- Gratuities
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Ocean Adventurer Across the Antarctic Circle
- Ocean Adventurer
- 13 nights
- Max number of Passengers 136
- Learn more about this vessel
Dates
- 15th Feb - 28th Feb 2021
- Embark: Ushuaia
- Disembark: Ushuaia
Prices from

Owner's Suite
USD 20,495
Suite
USD 18,995
Deluxe Cabin
USD 17,495
Superior Cabin
USD 15,995
Main Deck Twin Window...
USD 14,995
Main Deck Twin Porthole...
USD 13,495
Lower Deck Twin Cabin
USD 11,995
Triple Cabin
USD 10,495
Includes

- Leadership throughout the voyage by our experienced expedition leaders, including shore landings and other activities.
- All zodiac transfers and cruising as per the daily program.
- All shore landings as per the daily program.
- Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeeping
- All meals, snacks, soft drinks and juices on board throughout your voyage.
- Beer and wine during dinner; and coffee, tea and cocoa available around the clock.
- Formal and informal presentations by our expedtion team and guest speakers as scheduled.
- A photographic journal documenting the expedition.
- A pair of waterproof expedition boots on loan for landings and Zodiac cruising excursions.
- Comprehensive onboard materials, including a map and a informative Antarctic Reader.
- All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges.
- All luggage handling aboard the ship.
- Emergency Evacuation insurance for all passengers to a maximum benefit of USD $500,000 per person.
- Group arrival transfer in Ushuaia from airport to pre-expedition hotel on day 1.
- Group transfer from hotel to ship on embarkation day.
- Group departure transfer upon disembarkation in Ushuaia from ship to local airport or to luggage storage facility.
- One night's pre-expedition hotel accommodation in Ushuaia with breakfast.

Excludes

- International airfare
- Passport and applicable visa expenses
- Government arrival and departure taxes not mentioned
- Meals unless otherwise specified
- Baggage, cancellation, interruption and medical travel insurance.
- Excess-baggage fees on international flights
- Mandatory waterproof pants for Zodiac landing and cruising excursions, or any other gear not mentioned.
- Extra expenses (communication, laundry, souvenirs, etc.).
- Gratuities.
- Additional overnight accommodation.
- Arrival and departure transfers, except where explicity stated.
- Adventure options not listed in included activites
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Ocean Diamond Across the Antarctic Circle
- Ocean Diamond
- 13 nights
- Max number of Passengers 189
- Learn more about this vessel
Dates
- 25th Feb - 10th Mar 2021
- Embark: Ushuaia
- Disembark: Ushuaia
Prices from

Single obst view
USD 15,495
Single Porthole
USD 15,495
Balcony Suite
USD 14,995
Suite
USD 14,495
Twin Window
USD 13,495
Twin obst view
USD 12,495
Triple
USD 8,995
Includes

- Leadership throughout the voyage by our experienced expedition leaders, including shore landings and other activities.
- All zodiac transfers and cruising as per the daily program.
- All shore landings as per the daily program.
- Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeeping
- All meals, snacks, soft drinks and juices on board throughout your voyage.
- Beer and wine during dinner; and coffee, tea and cocoa available around the clock.
- Formal and informal presentations by our expedtion team and guest speakers as scheduled.
- A photographic journal documenting the expedition.
- A pair of waterproof expedition boots on loan for landings and Zodiac cruising excursions.
- Comprehensive onboard materials, including a map and a informative Antarctic Reader.
- All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges.
- All luggage handling aboard the ship.
- Emergency Evacuation insurance for all passengers to a maximum benefit of USD $500,000 per person.
- Group arrival transfer in Ushuaia from airport to pre-expedition hotel on day 1.
- Group transfer from hotel to ship on embarkation day.
- Group departure transfer upon disembarkation in Ushuaia from ship to local airport or to luggage storage facility.
- One night's pre-expedition hotel accommodation in Ushuaia with breakfast.

Excludes

- International airfare
- Passport and applicable visa expenses
- Government arrival and departure taxes not mentioned
- Meals unless otherwise specified
- Baggage, cancellation, interruption and medical travel insurance.
- Excess-baggage fees on international flights
- Mandatory waterproof pants for Zodiac landing and cruising excursions, or any other gear not mentioned.
- Extra expenses (communication, laundry, souvenirs, etc.).
- Gratuities.
- Additional overnight accommodation.
- Arrival and departure transfers, except where explicity stated.
- Adventure options not listed in included activites
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Ortelius Across the Antarctic Circle
- Ortelius
- 13 nights
- Max number of Passengers 116
- Learn more about this vessel
Dates
- 19th Mar - 1st Apr 2021
- Embark: Ushuaia
- Disembark: Ushuaia
Prices from

Superior Cabin
EUR 10,350
Twin Deluxe
EUR 9,700
Twin Window
EUR 9,100
Twin Porthole
EUR 8,750
Quadruple Porthole
EUR 7,100
Includes

- All meals throughout the voyage aboard the ship including snacks, coffee and tea
- All shore excursions and activities throughout the voyage by zodiac
- Program of lectures by noted naturalists and leadership by experienced expedition staff
- Free use of rubber boots and snowshoes
- Pre-scheduled group transfer from the vessel to the airport in Ushuaia, directly after disembarkation
- All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the program

Excludes

- Any airfare, whether on scheduled or charter flights
- Pre- and post land arrangements
- Passport and visa expenses
- Government arrival and departure taxes
- Meals ashore
- Baggage, cancellation and personal insurance (which is mandatory)
- Excess baggage charges and all items of a personal nature
- Gratuities
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Greg Mortimer Across the Antarctic Circle
- Greg Mortimer
- 14 nights
- Max number of Passengers 172
- Learn more about this vessel
Dates
- 14th Dec - 28th Dec 2021
- Embark: Ushuaia
- Disembark: Ushuaia
Prices from

Captain's Suite
USD 36,595
Junior Suite
USD 31,295
Superior Balcony
USD 25,995
Balcony stateroom A
USD 21,395
Balcony stateroom B
USD 20,795
Balcony stateroom C
USD 20,395
Aurora Stateroom Twin
USD 18,695
Aurora Stateroom Triple
USD 16,895
Includes

Fully serviced accommodation on board.
Transfer from hotel to airport.
Prevoyage hotel accommodation included.
Full board including afternoon tea and snacks. House wines, beer and soft drinks included with dinner.
Daily shore excursions, guided walks, Zodiac cruises and some activities (weather permitting).
An experienced team of destination specialists and activity leaders.
An informative and entertaining lecture program.
Captain’s Welcome and Farewell drinks including four course dinner, house cocktail, house beer and wine, nonalcoholic beverages.
Complimentary 3in1 polar jacket.
Free use of muck boots during the voyage.
Free use of fitness centre.
Access to onboard expedition doctor and medical clinic.
Personalised voyage photo book (post voyage).
Port surcharges, permits and landing fees.

Excludes

International or domestic flights.
Transfers not mentioned in the itinerary.
Airport arrival or departure taxes.
Passport, Visa, reciprocity and vaccination charges.
Travel insurance or emergency evacuation charges.
Optional excursions not included in the itinerary.
Optional activities.
All items of a personal nature, e.g. alcoholic beverages and soft drinks (outside of dinner service), gratuities , phone charges etc

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Ultramarine Across the Antarctic Circle
- Ultramarine
- 13 nights
- Max number of Passengers 202
- Learn more about this vessel
Dates
- 9th Jan - 22nd Jan 2022
- Embark: Ushuaia
- Disembark: Ushuaia
Prices from

Ultra Suite
USD 45,995
Owner's Suite
USD 41,495
Penthouse Suite
USD 33,495
Terrace Suite
USD 31,495
Deluxe Balcony Suite
USD 29,995
Balcony Suite
USD 25,495
Solo Panorama
USD 24,995
Explorer Suite
USD 22,995
Explorer Triple
USD 17,495

Up to 25% discount valid till 30 September 2020
Includes

Leadership throughout the voyage by our experienced Expedition Leaders, including shore landings and other activities.
All Zodiac transfers and cruising per the daily program.
All shore landings per the daily program.
Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeeping.
All meals, snacks, soft drinks and juices on board throughout your voyage (Please inform us of any dietary requrements as far in advance as possible. Unfortunately, the ships galleys cannot prepare kosher meals.)
Select beer and wine during dinner; and coffee, tea and cocoa available around the clock.
Formal and informal presentations by our Expedition Team and guest speakers as scheduled.
A photographic journal documenting the expedition.
A pair of waterproof expedition boots on loan for shore landings and Zodiac cruising excursions.
An official Quark Expeditions parka to keep.
Hair dryer and bathrobes in every cabin.
All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the program.
All luggage handling aboard ship.
One 10- to 15-minute helicopter flightseeing excursion (weather and logistics permitting)
Emergency Evacuation Insurance for all passengers to a maximum benefit of USD $500,000 per person.

Excludes

RATES SPECIFICALLY DO NOT INCLUDE:
Mandatory transfer package*
International airfare
Passport and applicable visa expenses
Government arrival and departure taxes not mentioned
Any meals unless otherwise specified
Baggage, cancellation and medical travel insurance - strongly recommended
Excess baggage charges on international flights
Waterproof pants for Zodiac landing and cruising excursions, or any other gear not mentioned
Laundry, bar, spa services and other personal charges unless specified
Phone and internet charges
Voluntary gratuity at the end of the voyage for expedition staff and shipboard crew
Additional overnight accommodation
Arrival and departure transfers, except where explicitly stated
Adventure Options not listed in Included Activities

*MANDATORY HOTEL AND FLIGHT PACKAGE (USD$995/EUR1000/GBP900/AUD1720) WHICH CONSISTS OF:
One pre-night's hotel accommodation in Buenos Aires, with breakfast
Group transfer from hotel to airport in Buenos Aires
Group flight departing from Buenos Aires' domestic airport (Aeroparque/AEP) to Ushuaia, and returning to Buenos Aires' international airport (Ezeiza/EZE)
Group transfer from Ushuaia airport to the ship and return (Note: Transfer on arrival in Buenos Aires from airport to hotel at the beginning of the journey is not included. Please make your own way to the included hotel.)
Combined airport transfer and express bus tour of Tierra del Fuego National Park after disembarkation in Ushuaia
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MS Seaventure Across the Antarctic Circle
- MS Seaventure
- 14 nights
- Max number of Passengers 139
- Learn more about this vessel
Dates
- 17th Jan - 31st Jan 2022
- Embark: Ushuaia
- Disembark: Ushuaia
Prices from

Owner's Suite
USD 19,925
Veranda stateroom
USD 18,275
Window stateroom
USD 16,925
Triple stateroom
USD 15,115
Porthole stateroom
USD 13,135

Early Bird discount up to 15%, valid till 31 January 2021
Includes

• Two pre-voyage nights hotel accommodation in embarkation city
• Transfer from airport in embarkation city to group hotel if arriving on Day 1 of itinerary, and providing we have your confirmed air itinerary at least 90 days prior to departure
• Transfer from group hotel to ship for embarkation
• Group transfer from ship to airport, hotel in Ushuaia, or central location following disembarkation. We cannot drop at Airbnb / private homes which are often inaccessible for our transfer vehicles.
• Shipboard accommodations
• All scheduled Landings and excursions
• Our Citizen Science program: participation in a variety of scientific activities that support important research projects
• All meals onboard
• Coffee/tea/cocoa 24 hours daily
• Alcoholic (house brands) and non-alcoholic beverages: mineral water, soft drinks, juices, various coffee specialties, tea, house wine white/rose/red, sparkling wine, aperitif, various beers, long drinks, cocktail of the day
• Expedition jacket (yours to keep)
• A pair of boots for use during the voyage
• WiFi from the public computers
• 200 MB WiFi card for use on your personal devices
• Daily international news service
• All port fees
• All landing fees
• Digital Voyage Log

Excludes

• Any airfare or travel expenses associated with arrival in Ushuaia or Puerto Madryn
• Transfer from airport to group hotel, unless arriving on Day 1 of the itinerary
• On the Nov 3 2021 voyage, departure transfer from hotel to airport in Ushuaia
• Pre or post voyage expenses in Ushuaia or Puerto Madryn
• Travel insurance; medical insurance; evacuation coverage
• Laundry and personal expenses incurred on board
• Onboard communication charges such as outgoing phone calls, WiFi from personal devices in excess of the 200 MB provided
• Staff gratuities
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Sea Spirit Across the Antarctic Circle
- Sea Spirit
- 13 nights
- Max number of Passengers 114
- Learn more about this vessel
Dates
- 27th Jan - 9th Feb 2022
- Embark: Ushuaia
- Disembark: Ushuaia
Prices from

Owners Suite
EUR 21,595
Premium Suite
EUR 17,095
Deluxe Suite
EUR 15,895
Superior Suite
EUR 14,295
Classic Suite
EUR 13,995
Main Deck Suite
EUR 12,995
Triple Classic
EUR 9,795

Up to 15% discount, valid till 31 October 2020
Includes

1 pre-voyage night on Day 1 in Arakur Ushuaia Resort & Spa Hotel;
Group transfer from the airport to the hotel on the day prior to embarkation;
Group transfer to the ship for embarkation on Day 2;
Shipboard accommodation;
All meals on board throughout the voyage;
Tea and coffee station 24 hours daily;
All scheduled landings/excursions (subject to weather and ice conditions);
Leadership throughout the voyage by our experienced Expedition Leader & Expedition Team;
Branded Poseidon Expeditions parka;
Rubber boots for shore landings for the time of the cruise;
Welcome and Farewell cocktails;
All port fees;
Group transfer to airport or central location upon disembarkation;
Pre-departure materials;
Digital Voyage Log;
Wi-Fi on board.

Excludes

Airfare;
Transfers from the airport to the hotel if arriving prior to Day 1 of the program;
Visa and passport fees (if applicable);
Luggage and trip cancellation insurance;
Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages other than those for special events and celebrations;
Personal expenses such as laundry and onboard communication (telephone calls, faxes, and e-mail service);
Fuel surcharge may be applied for all bookings;
Mandatory Emergency Evacuation Insurance to a minimum benefit of US$ 200,000 per person;
Staff gratuities;
Kayaking, camping;
Pre- or post-cruise travel expenses.
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Plancius Across the Antarctic Circle
- Plancius
- 11 nights
- Max number of Passengers 116
- Learn more about this vessel
Dates
- 13th Feb - 24th Feb 2022
- Embark: Ushuaia
- Disembark: Ushuaia
Prices from

Superior Cabin
EUR 10,350
Twin Deluxe
EUR 9,650
Twin Window
EUR 9,100
Twin Porthole
EUR 8,700
Quadruple cabin
EUR 7,050
Includes

Voyage aboard the indicated vessel as indicated in the itinerary
All meals throughout the voyage aboard the ship including snacks, coffee and tea.
All shore excursions and activities throughout the voyage by Zodiac.
Program of lectures by noted naturalists and leadership by experienced expedition staff.
Free use of rubber boots and snowshoes.
Luggage transfer from pick-up point to the vessel on the day of embarkation, in Ushuaia.
Pre-scheduled group transfer from the vessel to the airport in Ushuaia (directly after disembarkation).
All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the programme.
Comprehensive pre-departure material.

Excludes

Any airfare, whether on scheduled or charter flights.
Pre- and post- land arrangements.
Passport and visa expenses.
Government arrival and departure taxes.
Meals ashore.
Baggage, cancellation and personal insurance (which is strongly recommended).
Excess baggage charges and all items of a personal nature such as laundry, bar, beverage charges and telecommunication charges.
The customary gratuity at the end of the voyages for stewards and other service personnel aboard (guidelines will be provided).
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Ocean Diamond Across the Antarctic Circle
- Ocean Diamond
- 13 nights
- Max number of Passengers 189
- Learn more about this vessel
Dates
- 22nd Feb - 7th Mar 2022
- Embark: Ushuaia
- Disembark: Ushuaia
Prices from

Single obst view
USD 18,495
Single Porthole
USD 18,495
Balcony Suite
USD 17,995
Suite
USD 16,995
Twin Window
USD 15,995
Twin obst view
USD 14,995
Triple
USD 10,495

Up to 25% discount valid till 30 September 2020
Includes

One night pre-expedition hotel accommodation with breakfast.
Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeeping.
All meals, snacks, soft drinks and juices on board throughout your voyage (Please inform us of any dietary requirements as far in advance as possible. Unfortunately, the ships’ galleys cannot prepare kosher meals.).
All shore landings per the daily program.
Leadership throughout the voyage by our experienced Expedition Leader.
All Zodiac transfers and cruising per the daily program.
Formal and informal presentations by our Expedition Team and guest speakers as scheduled.
Photographic Journal, documenting the voyage.
A pair of waterproof expedition boots on loan for shore landings.
An official Quark Expeditions parka to keep.
Beer and wine during dinner; and coffee, tea and cocoa available around the clock.
Hair dryer and bathrobes in every cabin.
Comprehensive onboard materials, including a map and an informative Antarctic Reader.
A group transfer upon disembarkation in Ushuaia from the ship to the local airport.
All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the program.
All luggage handling aboard ship.
Emergency Evacuation Insurance for all passengers to a maximum benefit of USD $500,000 per person.

Excludes

Any airfare unless otherwise specified in the itinerary.
Passport and visa expenses.
Government arrival and departure taxes.
Any meals ashore with the exception of breakfast at the host hotel before embarkation
Baggage, cancellation and medical travel insurance.
Excess baggage charges.
Laundry, bar, beverage and other personal charges unless specified.
Telecommunications charges.
All gratuities.
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Hondius Across the Antarctic Circle
- Hondius
- 11 nights
- Max number of Passengers 170
- Learn more about this vessel
Dates
- 2nd Mar - 13th Mar 2022
- Embark: Ushuaia
- Disembark: Ushuaia
Prices from

Grand Suite private...
EUR 12,600
Junior Suite
EUR 10,950
Superior
EUR 10,350
Twin deluxe
EUR 9,650
Twin window
EUR 9,100
Twin Porthole
EUR 8,700
Triple porthole
EUR 7,950
Quadruple Porthole
EUR 7,050
Includes

Voyage aboard the indicated vessel as indicated in the itinerary
All meals throughout the voyage aboard the ship including snacks, coffee and tea.
All shore excursions and activities throughout the voyage by Zodiac.
Program of lectures by noted naturalists and leadership by experienced expedition staff.
Free use of rubber boots and snowshoes.
Luggage transfer from pick-up point to the vessel on the day of embarkation, in Ushuaia.
Pre-scheduled group transfer from the vessel to the airport in Ushuaia (directly after disembarkation).
All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the programme.
Comprehensive pre-departure material.

Excludes

Any airfare, whether on scheduled or charter flights
Pre- and post- land arrangements.
Passport and visa expenses.
Government arrival and departure taxes.
Meals ashore.
Baggage, cancellation and personal insurance (which is strongly recommended).
Excess baggage charges and all items of a personal nature such as laundry, bar, beverage charges and telecommunication charges.
The customary gratuity at the end of the voyages for stewards and other service personnel aboard (guidelines will be provided).
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Ultramarine Across the Antarctic Circle
- Ultramarine
- 13 nights
- Max number of Passengers 202
- Learn more about this vessel
Dates
- 3rd Mar - 16th Mar 2022
- Embark: Ushuaia
- Disembark: Ushuaia
Prices from

Ultra Suite
USD 41,995
Owner's Suite
USD 37,995
Penthouse Suite
USD 30,495
Terrace Suite
USD 28,495
Deluxe Balcony Suite
USD 27,495
Balcony Suite
USD 23,495
Solo Panorama
USD 22,495
Explorer Suite
USD 20,995
Explorer Triple
USD 15,995

Up to 25% discount valid till 30 September 2020
Includes

Leadership throughout the voyage by our experienced Expedition Leaders, including shore landings and other activities.
All Zodiac transfers and cruising per the daily program.
All shore landings per the daily program.
Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeeping.
All meals, snacks, soft drinks and juices on board throughout your voyage (Please inform us of any dietary requrements as far in advance as possible. Unfortunately, the ships galleys cannot prepare kosher meals.)
Select beer and wine during dinner; and coffee, tea and cocoa available around the clock.
Formal and informal presentations by our Expedition Team and guest speakers as scheduled.
A photographic journal documenting the expedition.
A pair of waterproof expedition boots on loan for shore landings and Zodiac cruising excursions.
An official Quark Expeditions parka to keep.
Hair dryer and bathrobes in every cabin.
All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the program.
All luggage handling aboard ship.
One 10- to 15-minute helicopter flightseeing excursion (weather and logistics permitting)
Emergency Evacuation Insurance for all passengers to a maximum benefit of USD $500,000 per person.

Excludes

RATES SPECIFICALLY DO NOT INCLUDE:
Mandatory transfer package*
International airfare
Passport and applicable visa expenses
Government arrival and departure taxes not mentioned
Any meals unless otherwise specified
Baggage, cancellation and medical travel insurance - strongly recommended
Excess baggage charges on international flights
Waterproof pants for Zodiac landing and cruising excursions, or any other gear not mentioned
Laundry, bar, spa services and other personal charges unless specified
Phone and internet charges
Voluntary gratuity at the end of the voyage for expedition staff and shipboard crew
Additional overnight accommodation
Arrival and departure transfers, except where explicitly stated
Adventure Options not listed in Included Activities

*MANDATORY HOTEL AND FLIGHT PACKAGE (USD$995/EUR1000/GBP900/AUD1720) WHICH CONSISTS OF:
One pre-night's hotel accommodation in Buenos Aires, with breakfast
Group transfer from hotel to airport in Buenos Aires
Group flight departing from Buenos Aires' domestic airport (Aeroparque/AEP) to Ushuaia, and returning to Buenos Aires' international airport (Ezeiza/EZE)
Group transfer from Ushuaia airport to the ship and return (Note: Transfer on arrival in Buenos Aires from airport to hotel at the beginning of the journey is not included. Please make your own way to the included hotel.)
Combined airport transfer and express bus tour of Tierra del Fuego National Park after disembarkation in Ushuaia
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Ocean Adventurer Across the Antarctic Circle
- Ocean Adventurer
- 13 nights
- Max number of Passengers 136
- Learn more about this vessel
Dates
- 4th Mar - 17th Mar 2022
- Embark: Ushuaia
- Disembark: Ushuaia
Prices from

Owner's Suite
USD 26,495
Suite
USD 24,495
Deluxe Cabin
USD 19,495
Superior Cabin
USD 19,495
Main Deck Twin Window...
USD 17,495
Main Deck Twin Porthole...
USD 15,995
Lower Deck Twin Cabin
USD 15,495
Triple Cabin
USD 11,995

Up to 25% discount valid till 30 September 2020
Includes

One night pre-expedition hotel accommodation with breakfast.
Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeeping.
All meals, snacks, soft drinks and juices on board throughout your voyage (Please inform us of any dietary requirements as far in advance as possible. Unfortunately, the ships’ galleys cannot prepare kosher meals.).
All shore landings per the daily program.
Leadership throughout the voyage by our experienced Expedition Leader.
All Zodiac transfers and cruising per the daily program.
Formal and informal presentations by our Expedition Team and guest speakers as scheduled.
Photographic Journal, documenting the voyage.
A pair of waterproof expedition boots on loan for shore landings.
An official Quark Expeditions parka to keep.
Beer and wine during dinner; and coffee, tea and cocoa available around the clock.
Hair dryer and bathrobes in every cabin.
Comprehensive onboard materials, including a map and an informative Antarctic Reader.
A group transfer upon disembarkation in Ushuaia from the ship to the local airport.
All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the program.
All luggage handling aboard ship.
Emergency Evacuation Insurance for all passengers to a maximum benefit of USD $500,000 per person

Excludes

Any airfare unless otherwise specified in the itinerary.
Passport and visa expenses.
Government arrival and departure taxes.
Any meals ashore with the exception of breakfast at the host hotel before embarkation
Baggage, cancellation and medical travel insurance.
Excess baggage charges.
Laundry, bar, beverage and other personal charges unless specified.
Telecommunications charges.
All gratuities.
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Ortelius Across the Antarctic Circle
- Ortelius
- 13 nights
- Max number of Passengers 116
- Learn more about this vessel
Dates
- 19th Mar - 1st Apr 2022
- Embark: Ushuaia
- Disembark: Ushuaia
Prices from

Superior Cabin
EUR 10,800
Twin Window
EUR 9,600
Twin Porthole
EUR 9,150
Quadruple Porthole
EUR 7,450
Includes

Voyage aboard the indicated vessel as indicated in the itinerary
All meals throughout the voyage aboard the ship including snacks, coffee and tea.
All shore excursions and activities throughout the voyage by Zodiac.
Program of lectures by noted naturalists and leadership by experienced expedition staff.
Free use of rubber boots and snowshoes.
Luggage transfer from pick-up point to the vessel on the day of embarkation, in Ushuaia.
Pre-scheduled group transfer from the vessel to the airport in Ushuaia (directly after disembarkation).
All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the programme.
Comprehensive pre-departure material.

Excludes

Any airfare, whether on scheduled or charter flights.
Pre- and post- land arrangements.
Passport and visa expenses.
Government arrival and departure taxes.
Meals ashore.
Baggage, cancellation and personal insurance (which is strongly recommended).
Excess baggage charges and all items of a personal nature such as laundry, bar, beverage charges and telecommunication charges.
The customary gratuity at the end of the voyages for stewards and other service personnel aboard (guidelines will be provided).
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