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Expedition Antarctica: Antarctic Circle

Expedition Antarctica: Antarctic Circle

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Description

This cruise ventures into the harsher, icier, whiter realms of the Antarctic Circle, leveraging unparalleled expertise to navigate thick ice fields, blue-and-white glaciers, and towering icebergs on a flexible course through a white wonderland. Highlights include watching penguins, whales, seals, and seabirds in their natural habitat, marveling at spectacular passages framed by majestic mountains and mighty ice formations, and engaging in active experiences with numerous Zodiac rides, landings, and hikes. Expert-led presentations, precaps, and recaps deepen the journey, offering captivating insights into this remote, pristine frontier as the ship pushes south from Ushuaia through the Falklands, South Georgia, and beyond.

Trip Name
Expedition Antarctica: Antarctic Circle
Days
21
Overview
Vessel Type: Expedition Length: 138 m Passenger Capacity: 230 Built: 2021 The expedition class combines the thrill of true exploration with the comfort of luxury cruising. Aboard the small yet ultra-modern expedition ships HANSEATIC nature, HANSEATIC inspiration, and HANSEATIC spirit, a maximum of 230 guests can venture deep into some of the world’s most remote and captivating regions — from icy polar landscapes to tropical islands. These vessels are purpose-built for discovery, featuring advanced technology, the highest ice class for passenger ships (PC 6), and an expert team of scientists and expedition leaders who turn every journey into an enriching experience. Whether gliding through ice fields, landing by Zodiac in untouched bays, or learning from onboard experts, guests are immersed in nature and culture at their purest. With over 30 years of expedition expertise, these voyages redefine adventure travel by blending knowledge, comfort, and sustainability. Guests enjoy world-class dining, elegant suites, and warm, attentive service while exploring regions inaccessible to larger ships. Every itinerary is designed to uncover hidden corners of the planet safely and respectfully — leaving only traces of curiosity behind. From close-up wildlife encounters to champagne toasts beside icebergs, each journey promises rare experiences and unforgettable memories, guided by a crew whose passion for discovery is matched only by their dedication to comfort and care.

Itinerary



Day 1 - Day 1 Charter flight from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia/Argentina
Ushuaia/Argentina, departure 18.00 hrs
Day 2 - Day 2 Relaxation at sea
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Day 3 - Day 3 Falkland Islands
Experience this bird paradise the Falkland Islands, which is home to around 60 species, at close range during your Zodiac landings. Observe rockhopper and Magellanic penguins, who share their habitat with kelp geese, striated caracaras, king cormorants as well as black-browed and wandering albatrosses.
Day 4 - Days 4 - 5 Relaxation at sea
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Day 5 - Days 6 - 8 South Georgia
In South Gorgia live Hundreds of thousands of king penguins side by side with elephant seals and fur seals on the coasts and cliffs – overwhelming natural spectacles that you can observe from a respectful distance after landing on one of the black shores. In addition, trace the footsteps of the explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton, who found his final resting place here in 1922.
Day 6 - Day 9 Relaxation at sea
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Day 7 - Days 10 - 18 Antarctica Exploration
South Orkney Islands , South Shetland Islands , Antarctic Peninsula , crossing the Antarctic Circle, Marguerite Bay The South Orkney Islands are a lonely, glaciated world of icy wilderness located in the Scotia Sea. They are home to chinstrap and Adelie penguins, which can be spotted here. With luck, you’ll also see icebergs drifting off the rugged coast. Find out how the polar explorers live at the Argentinian Orcadas Station (depending on weather and authorisation). Experience the South Shetland Islands between ice and awe intensively – on deck as well as by Zodiac. Off the Antarctic Peninsula, your ship sails into the centre of the flooded caldera of Deception Island. Majestic glaciers and gigantic icebergs shimmer in Paradise Bay. The Lemaire Channel is also impressive, flanked by mighty mountains up to 1,000 m (3,281 ft) high. Icebergs ahead: at the bow and on the open deck areas, you can enjoy the best views of the white wonderland. You may even spot the flukes of blue whales, sperm whales and humpback whales as well as orcas. The further south your expedition goes, the harsher and icier the endless world of white appears. The excitement on board mounts as you approach the crossing of the Antarctic Circle. The ice determines the course. The glaciers seem even more dominant. A unique feeling of pioneering adventure.
Day 8 - Days 19 - 20 Sailing through the Drake Passage
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Day 9 - Day 21 Ushuaia/Argentina
Arrival 6.00 hrsCharter flight to Buenos Aires
Day 10 - Please note:
Itineraries are subject to change. 

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
12-01-202701-02-2027EUR €18,990Outside Cabin. From
12-01-202701-02-2027EUR €19,990Panoramic Cabin. From
12-01-202701-02-2027EUR €20,990French Balcony Cabin. From
12-01-202701-02-2027EUR €22,740Balcony Cabin. From
12-01-202701-02-2027EUR €28,990Junior Suite. From
12-01-202701-02-2027EUR €41,990Grand Suite. From
13-02-202705-03-2027EUR €28,990Junior Suite
13-02-202705-03-2027EUR €41,990Grand Suite
13-02-202705-03-2027EUR €17,990Panoramic Cabin
13-02-202705-03-2027EUR €17,990Outside Cabin
13-02-202705-03-2027EUR €20,990French Balcony Cabin
13-02-202705-03-2027EUR €22,740Balcony Cabin

Inclusions

    • Harsher, icier, whiter: Hapag-Lloyd Cruises has unparalleled experience exploring the Antarctic Circle.
    • Thick ice fields, blue-and-white glaciers and icebergs – how far south will the ship advance?
    • On a flexible course through the white wonderland
    • Watch penguins, whales, seals and seabirds
    • Spectacular passages – along majestic mountains and mighty iceformations
    • Active experiences: numerous Zodiac rides, landings and hikes
    • Captivating presentations, precaps and recaps by experts

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