ANTARCTICA & THE FROZEN CONTINENT
CRUISING THROUGH THE DRAKE PASSAGE
Get ready for a rare adventure! From Ushuaia you cross the Drake Passage and sail on to an Unforgettable Exploration of Antarctica. Meet penguins up close and touch icebergs with your bare hands. On board there is so much to do: Science Center, exciting lectures, and more, all designed to enhance your trip. This is an expedition where the elements rule, and the weather, wind and ice conditions will determine our final schedule. Safety is paramount and the captain will decide the sailing itinerary during the voyage. Therefore, this itinerary is just an indication of what you can experience, and why every expedition with Hurtigruten is unique.
OVERVIEW
To | Antarctica | |
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Length | 12 nights / 13 days | |
Start | As per the Cruise fixed date (Arrive in Buenos Aires) | |
Finish | As per the Cruise fixed date (Ushuaia to Buenos Aires) | |
Type | Good for everyone. Not suitable for kids under 15. | |
Skill | 4 ? | |
Route |
Buenos Aires – Ushuaia – Tierra del Fuego – Drake Passage – Antarctica – Drake Passage – Ushuaia – Buenos Aires |
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Season | 2019: 2Dec / 28 Dec 2020: 10 Feb / 21 Feb / 3 Mar |
HIGHLIGHTS
- Experience glaciers, nature and wildlife
- Come ashore in Antarctica and meet penguins up close
- High-tech Science Center and lectures on popular topics on board
- Landings and excursions with high class Expedition team
SKETCH ITINERARY
Day 1: | Buenos Aires: Cultural and cool. Discover “Paris of South America” for yourself. |
Day 2: | Buenos Aires/Ushuaia: Tierra del Fuego. Fly to Ushuaia, where MS Midnatsol awaits. |
Day 3-4: | Drake Passage: Crossing the Drake Passage |
Day5-10: | Antarctica: Enjoy close encounters with wildlife and glaciers, old whaling stations and relics. |
Day11-12: | Drake Passage: Head back to civilization |
Day 13: | Ushuaia/Buenos Aires: The end of the adventure |
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