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Wild Nature between Argentina and the Falkland Islands
This 15-day adventure starts in Ushuaia, the gateway to Antarctica, then sails around the iconic Cape Horn and visits the scenic Isla de los Estados. Explore the wildlife of Bleaker Island and the charming Port Stanley in the Falklands, followed by the peaceful landscapes of Barren Island and Falkland Sound. Discover the beauty of Saunders and Carcass Islands, visit Grave Cove and New Island to see diverse birdlife, and sail to Steeple Jason. After a day of relaxation at sea, visit the picturesque towns of Camarones and Puerto Madryn, before ending in the vibrant, culture-filled Buenos Aires.

Day by day

Day 1: Ushuaia

Ushuaia, the capital of Tierra del Fuego in Argentina, is renowned as the gateway to Antarctica and the South Pole. Surrounded by mountains and fertile plains, it's often called “El fin del mundo” (End of the World). The city’s unique landscape, where the Andes meet the sea, offers an ideal habitat for diverse wildlife and embodies adventure to remote destinations.

Day 2: Cape Horn

The meeting point of the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, Cape Horn is part of Chilean Patagonia and the Tierra del Fuego archipelago. Famous for its 425-meter-high cliffs and notorious weather, this landmark has challenged sailors for centuries with its turbulent waters and fierce storms.

Day 3: Isla de los Estados
Day 4: Bleaker Island & Port Stanley
Day 5: Barren Island & Falkland Sound
Day 6: The Neck, Saunders Island & Carcass Island
Day 7: Grave Cove & New Island
Day 8: Jason Island
Day 9: At Sea
Day 10: Camarones
Day 11 & 12: Puerto Madryn
Day 13 & 14: At Sea
Day 15: Buenos Aires
 | Scoresby Sund | Icebergs floating
 | Chilean Fjords |  Antarctica
+12
 | Jan Mayen |  Antarctica

Cruise Includes

All-inclusive dining (gourmet French cuisine)
24-hour room service
Free Wi-Fi (location-dependent)
Zodiac excursions
Entertainment: live music, shows, lectures
Spa access (limited free services)

Cruise does not include

Shore excursions (varies by destination)
Premium spa services and treatments
Alcoholic beverages (some exclusions)
Personal shopping expenses
Tips for the local guide

Highlights

Sail around Cape Horn and experience its legendary storms and breathtaking cliffs.
Encounter diverse wildlife, including penguins and seals, on Bleaker Island and Carcass Island.
Explore the vibrant culture and architecture of Buenos Aires, known as the "Little Paris of South America."

Activities

Sea Kayaking
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
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
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
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
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
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.

Wild Nature between Argentina and the Falkland Islands

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