Description
Discover one of the South Atlantic’s most wildlife-rich archipelagos on this 10-day expedition to the Falkland Islands, sailing aboard a small expedition ship designed for remote exploration. Departing from Ushuaia, Argentina, this journey combines dramatic coastal landscapes, thriving penguin colonies, and encounters with island communities that preserve a deep connection to their environment.
From windswept cliffs to white-sand beaches and rolling green hills, the Falklands offer a rare balance of raw nature and human history. Each landing is shaped by weather and wildlife conditions, allowing our Expedition Team to adapt the route in search of the most meaningful experiences.
Trip Name
Falkland Islands Cruise
Days
10
Overview
Vessel Type: Expedition
Length: 90.7 m - 298 ft.
Passenger Capacity: 100 (only 69 passengers for Air-Cruise operations)
Built: 2018
MV Magellan Explorer features 50 passenger suites and cabins in five categories of accommodation, including dedicated single cabins. The cabins are very spacious, ranging in size from 40 m2 (440 sq. ft.) to 20 m2 (220 sq. ft.). All double cabins have two twin beds that can be configured as one queen-size bed, offering great flexibility to our guests. 42 cabins feature a large window and a private balcony, while 8 cabins feature a porthole. All cabins feature a private bathroom and a sitting area.
Public areas include a large, forward-facing observation lounge, an observation deck, a dining room that accommodates all guests and expedition staff in a single sitting, two meeting rooms, a gift shop, a protected outdoor barbecue area, a gym, and a sauna. The bow of the ship is accessible to guests to offer expansive views during exploration. Optional adventure activities, such as kayaking and snowshoeing, are available.
Specific measures have been taken to minimize MV Magellan Explorer’s carbon footprint, including state-of-the-art engines that meet MARPOL’s stringent Tier III emission standards. To minimize fuel consumption, a waste heat recovery system recycles the heat produced by the ship’s engines and repurposes it to power the ship’s heating system and to warm the water used on board.
