Ushuaia Roundtrip 11 Nights | World Navigator Expedition Ship

Ushuaia Roundtrip 11 Nights

The 66th parallel south is the place to cross the Antarctic Circle and unlock a new world of beauty and adventure. Every moment, from stunning ice forms to wildlife encounters is a photographers dream. We invite you to join us for an expedition in the Antarctic Peninsula, South Shetland Islands and see the natural wonders unfolding before your very eyes. Discover young elephant seals during your expedition in November. Glide with the blue petrels of December. See penguins hatchlings as you gaze at them in January. Marvel at orcas, humpbacks and fur seals. Join us on an extraordinary adventure and make memories that will last a life time.

Day by day

Day 1: Ushuaia

Ushuaia is the southernmost tip of South America, and also called the End of the World. However, adventure does not end there. Ushuaia, a vibrant city located at the intersection of the Beagle Channel and the Andes Mountains, is a great place to experience the indigenous culture. Parque Yatana offers a unique opportunity to learn about indigenous cultures.

Day 2 & 3: Drake Passage

Drake Passage is only for the most daring explorers. Albatrosses and Petrels, which glide in the air, guide the way. Antarctica can be a thrilling journey, especially when you see the incredible power of this continent.

The Drake Passage will take you from America's Southernmost Region to The White Continent. It is a passage that links the warm waters from the north with cold water in southern oceans. The currents are strong and you will be tested.

These cold water journeys offer rewards that are unmatched. The combination of warm and cold waters creates a unique ecosystem that is home to a wide variety of wildlife. Drake Passage offers a chance to view humpback whales, dolphins and other wildlife. The Drake Passage is a 48-hour journey that includes the sounds of ocean waves crashing on the ship and petrels, gulls, and the roaring of the sea.

Even though the Drake Passage is known as a difficult waterway, you can still view its other side. It can be calm at times, which makes the trip into Antarctica more relaxing. Drake Passage can be a great experience, because it is unpredictable.

South Shetland Islands welcome you when you arrive on South Shetland Islands, after successfully crossing the Drake Passage. You have now completed the rite of entrance to the 7th continent.

Day 4: Antarctic Circle

Day 4, 5, 6 & 7: Beak Island & Brown Bluff

Day 8 & 9: South Shetland Islands

Day 10 & 11: Drake Passage

Day 12: Ushuaia

Brown Bluff | Antarctic Peninsula | Zodiac landing

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Cruise Includes

Cultural immersion

Dining venues with ever-changing menus

Unlimited beverages, including fine wines, spirits and craft beers

Open bars and lounges, including 24-hour bar service with specialty canapés

Stocked in-room minibar

Specialty coffees, teas and fresh-pressed juices

Afternoon and high tea

Champagne and gourmet canapés during meet and greet

24-hour room service, including spirits, wine and beer

L'OCCITANE bath amenities

Pre-paid gratuities

Use of walking sticks and binoculars

Reusable water bottle

Butler service and expanded room service menu in suites

Cruise does not include

Highlights

The Drake Passage, a challenging yet rewarding gateway to Antarctica, promises encounters with extraordinary wildlife amid its powerful currents.

You will be able to see wildlife sightings as you cross the Antarctic Circle

Wildlife, scenic landscapes, hiking opportunities and magnificent viewpoints in the South Shetland Islands

A landing landing on Elephant Island, named for the shape of its cliffside and the elephant seals that call it home, puts you on the same path as the famous Shackleton Expedition

Your ship’s captain will sail around changing weather conditions as needed and take you to the best areas for wildlife viewing.

Cruise options for this itinerary

Note: Prices may vary according to cruise and cabin category. Please contact us for more details

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.