Best of Antarctica’s Whale Season is a 12-day round-trip expedition from Ushuaia, with 10 nights aboard the ship, scheduled to coincide with peak whale spotting season in Antarctica. Following departure from Ushuaia, the vessel crosses the Drake Passage to the South Shetland Islands, where volcanic terrain, mountains and glaciers provide habitat for wildlife including Chinstrap and Gentoo penguins, Elephant seals and Fur seals. From there, the voyage reaches the Antarctic Peninsula for exploration among icebergs, bays, channels and wildlife-rich waters. An extra day is devoted to experiencing Antarctica during Humpback whale feeding season, when these whales gather around abundant krill, while Orcas and Minke whales are also described as common sightings. The Peninsula itinerary may additionally feature historic landing sites and potentially an active scientific base.
Day by day
Cruise Includes
Certified Emergency MD and onboard Medical Clinic
World-class international cuisine in the ship’s restaurant
Expert expedition lecture program
Fleet of Zodiacs for shore landings and wildlife cruising
Complimentary in-cabin refreshments (soft drinks, juice & sparkling water)
Voyage photographer
Dedicated passenger service manager
Wi-Fi access throughout the ship
Certified Medical Clinic with onboard medical staff.
World-class international cuisine served in the ship’s restaurant.
Expedition lecture program with expert team presentations.
Fleet of Zodiacs for wildlife cruising and shore landings.
Wi-Fi access throughout the vessel.
Complimentary in-cabin refreshments, including soft drinks, juice and sparkling water.
Cruise does not include
International and domestic airfare.
Pre- and post-expedition hotel accommodation unless specifically stated in the itinerary.
Passport, visa, and entry-related expenses.
Travel and medical insurance.
Optional activities or excursions not included in the selected expedition package.
Personal expenses such as laundry, spa treatments, and purchases from the onboard shop.
Premium alcoholic beverages and other drinks not included in the voyage package.
Gratuities for the crew and Expedition Team.
Any services or transfers not specifically mentioned as included.
Discover Kayaking: $350.
Immersive Kayaking: $1,195.
Immersive Photography: $495.
Highlights
Experience Antarctica during peak whale spotting season.
Spend an additional day focused specifically on whale encounters.
Observe Humpback whales during the season when they gather to feed on abundant krill.
Look for Orcas and Minke whales, which are also described as common sightings.
Discover the volcanic and glacial landscapes of the South Shetland Islands.
Explore bays, channels and wildlife-rich waters along the Antarctic Peninsula.
Complete both southbound and northbound crossings of the Drake Passage.
Navigate among Antarctic glaciers, mountains and icebergs.
Encounter wildlife that may include Chinstrap and Gentoo penguins.
Look for Elephant seals and Fur seals.
Experience Zodiac shore landings and wildlife cruising.
Learn from presentations delivered by Polar Experts.
Participate in the Citizen Science program.
Take part in Photography Coach activities.
Potentially experience historic landing sites and an active scientific base.
Activities
Sea Kayaking
Under full instruction from your sea kayaking guide, experience true tranquillity as you paddle through clinking ice floes and realise the enormity of the surrounding scenery. Look out for breaching whales, lounging seals and penguins zipping alongside your kayak. Some experience is required.
Ice Camping
Camp out on the ice and experience the silence which blankets the continent by night. This is your chance to completely connect with this ethereal ice world – wrap up warm and embrace the Antarctic elements.
Snowshoeing
Get a spring in your step when you slip on a pair of snowshoes in Antarctica. Enabling you to easily scale gentle slopes, this unique activity allows you to access hard to reach places and seek out the most impressive views.
Photography
Learn to capture wildlife and landscape shots in a small group photography program, including critiquing sessions and editing classes. Plus, Explorer Boat excursions with a dedicated photography expert on landings.
Explorer Boats
Achieve the best views and photographs from a forward facing Explorer Boats. They allow you to sit comfortably and securely while crackling through the ice-strewn waters. Look out for wildlife such as penguins, seals and whales as you cruise.
Yoga
It doesn’t get more serene than complimentary yoga classes to the tune of glacial scenery. Join the most unique exercise setting in the world after a day of exploration. Classes are regular but are dependent on weather conditions and swell.
Best of Antarctica’s Whale Season
From USD 11400,00