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Highlights of Antarctica Expedition

Highlights of Antarctica Expedition

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Breathtaking icescapes 
Marvel at colossal glaciers and icebergs on this incredible Antarctica expedition cruise. Experience nature’s majesty as we navigate ever-changing icescapes on our hybrid-powered ship. Your Expedition Team will bring you close to your stunning surroundings on ice-cruising and landing activities. You will be offered Zodiac cruises to explore or to go whale watching, there will be experts on board to provide information on Antarctica and its wildlife, and you will go ashore to walk in the footsteps of the great explorers. 
Antarctic wildlife 
It’s a busy time for the wildlife of Antarctica between November and March. In October and November, penguins court and nest, while December and January are when penguins hatch. February and March offer peak whale-watching opportunities.  But whenever you go you will see thousands, probably tens of thousands, of penguins, dozens of whales and many other sea birds and seals too.
Hybrid Ships
You will sail on board either Fridtjof Nansen or Roald Amundsen. They are small ships (400 passengers maximum) specifically designed to be amongst the most sustainable ships that visit the Polar regions.

Trip Name
Highlights of Antarctica Expedition
Days
12
Overview
Vessel Type: Expedition Length: 140 m Passenger Capacity: 530 Built: 2020 MS Fridtjof Nansen, launched in 2020 and built by Kleven Yards in Norway, is a next-generation expedition ship designed for polar exploration. Accommodating 490 guests, the 140-metre vessel combines robust expedition capabilities with luxury, featuring Scandinavian-inspired interiors with natural materials like oak, birch, granite, and wool. All cabins are outside-facing, with 50% offering private balconies and select aft suites including outdoor hot tubs. Guests can choose from a range of accommodation types, from Arctic Superior and Polar Outside cabins to spacious Expedition and corner suites, many with private balconies, hot tubs, and seating areas. Each suite is equipped with ensuite bathrooms, toiletries, TVs, safes, coffee and tea facilities, and turn-down service, ensuring comfort and convenience during the voyage. The ship offers extensive amenities, including three restaurants serving Nordic-inspired and international cuisine, a pool bar, and a takeaway service. Public areas feature the Explorer Lounge & Bar, a gym and wellness center with spa treatments, and aft hot tubs and an infinity pool. The onboard Science Center provides interactive educational experiences, lectures, and workshops led by a hand-picked Expedition Team of experts. With daily excursions, state-of-the-art safety and sustainability features, and inclusive offerings covering meals, drinks, and activities, MS Fridtjof Nansen delivers a high-comfort, immersive expedition experience across some of the world’s most spectacular destinations.

Itinerary



Day 1 - DAY 1 The beat of Buenos Aires
 Feel the rhythm of bustling Buenos Aires An overnight stay in Buenos Aires is the ideal way to start your Antarctic adventure.  Home to a proud and diverse community of porteños, or ‘people of the port’, this city is a sensuous fusion of faded European splendour and Latin American panache.  There are plenty of places to explore, including many parrillas serving authentic Argentine steak. Or maybe you’d like to practise your dance moves in the famous hometown of the tango.  Why not consider arriving a few days early to see all this vibrant city has to offer with our optional Pre-Programme.
Day 2 - DAY 2 Early start in Ushuaia
 Setting off at the bottom of the world Your adventure begins with an early morning flight to Ushuaia, where you’ll meet our hybrid-powered expedition ship, specially designed for sustainable cruising in polar waters. This bustling port is the capital of Argentina’s Tierra del Fuego Province. Set against the magnificent backdrop of the Martial Glacier, Ushuaia vies for the title of the world’s southernmost city. After a briefing from your Expedition Team, you’ll have time to locate your cabin and explore the comforts and amenities on board.
Day 3 - DAY 3-4 Get set for Antarctica
 Cross the Drake Passage On the two-day crossing through the Drake Passage, the Expedition Team will equip you with all you need to make the most of your polar expedition. Visit the onboard Science Center and find out what lies ahead. Listen to experts talk passionately about Antarctica’s history, the science beneath the ice, and the impact of climate change and plastic pollution. You'll learn how to make your visit as safe and as low-impact as possible, and about the Citizen Science projects you can join.  There's plenty of time to relax, so unwind in the spa and wellness area, enjoy some delicious cuisine and meet fellow travellers in the Explorer Lounge & Bar.
Day 4 - DAY 5-9 Antarctica: another world
 Experience Antarctica in all its natural majesty Nothing prepares you for your first sight of Antarctica’s immense, frozen beauty. Surrounded by looming glaciers, and icebergs the size of floating cathedrals, Antarctica will fill you with wonder. Perhaps the most surprising part of Antarctica is the silence. It's a stillness that's broken every so often by the locals – the wildlife. Whales begin to arrive in greater numbers by December and January. This is also when the first penguin chicks hatch and seeing the clumsy clumps of feathers run around is always a charming sight. February and March offer peak whale-watching opportunities, when large amounts of krill lure them to the area. Here, nature is king, and we are mere observers. Our experienced Captain will continually monitor conditions to create the best possible itinerary for your adventure. Rest assured, each day will offer something different and thrilling.  You'll join the Expedition Team on landings and ice-cruises, and may even get a chance to go kayaking among the icebergs.  Back on board, the Expedition Team will continue their lectures, helping you grow in your insights of the frozen continent. Over five magical days, you'll experience this amazing world in a way that will stay with you for a lifetime.
Day 5 - DAY 10-11 Returning to warmer waters
 Heading back north across the Drake Passage After five incredible days, you’ll have experienced so much in Antarctica. Your head will likely be filled with a swirling kaleidoscope of special memories and impressions. The next couple of days will be a chance to reflect on your adventure to the seventh continent. As your mind tries to conjure up the magical Antarctic scenery, now could be a good time to sift through your photos and videos to recapture a sense of its magnitude. Why not take the chance to unwind in the sauna, or enjoy a few relaxing spa treatments in the wellness area.
Day 6 - DAY 12 Ushuaia and Buenos Aires
 From Ushuaia to Buenos Aires Your expedition cruise ends in Ushuaia, the main city in Tierra del Fuego, Argentina’s southernmost province. From here, you’ll take a flight back to Buenos Aires, but it doesn’t have to be the end of your adventure. Why not join our optional Post-Programme before heading home.
Day 7 - Please Note:
These expedition cruises travel to some of the most remote and pristine waters of the world. As with all expeditions; nature prevails. Weather, and ice and sea conditions, sets the final framework for all operations. Safety and unparalleled guest experiences are at all times our top priorities. All our indicative itineraries are continuously evaluated for adaptions, whether this is due to constraints the elements unexpectedly presents – or exciting possibilities nature and wildlife offer. That is why we call it an expedition.

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
30-10-202610-11-2026AUD $16,677Polar Outside. From
30-10-202610-11-2026AUD $18,213Arctic Superior. From
30-10-202610-11-2026AUD $23,794Expedition Suite. From
09-11-202620-11-2026AUD $17,008Polar Outside. From
09-11-202620-11-2026AUD $18,580Arctic Superior. From
09-11-202620-11-2026AUD $23,864Expedition Suite. From
19-11-202630-11-2026AUD $13,293Polar Outside. From
19-11-202630-11-2026AUD $14,755Arctic Superior. From
19-11-202630-11-2026AUD $19,673Expedition Suite. From
29-11-202610-12-2026AUD $14,755Arctic Superior. From
29-11-202610-12-2026AUD $19,673Expedition Suite. From
29-11-202610-12-2026AUD $13,293Polar Outside. From
09-12-202620-12-2026AUD $17,504Polar Outside. From
09-12-202620-12-2026AUD $19,130Arctic Superior. From
09-12-202620-12-2026AUD $24,599Expedition Suite. From
19-12-202630-12-2026AUD $18,495Polar Outside. From
19-12-202630-12-2026AUD $20,231Arctic Superior. From
19-12-202630-12-2026AUD $26,066Expedition Suite. From
29-12-202609-01-2027AUD $19,157Polar Outside. From
29-12-202609-01-2027AUD $20,964Arctic Superior. From
29-12-202609-01-2027AUD $27,044Expedition Suite. From
08-01-202719-01-2027AUD $18,496Polar Outside. From
08-01-202719-01-2027AUD $20,231Arctic Superior. From
08-01-202719-01-2027AUD $26,066Expedition Suite. From
09-01-202720-01-2027AUD $14,184Polar Outside. From
09-01-202720-01-2027AUD $15,745Arctic Superior. From
09-01-202720-01-2027AUD $20,993Expedition Suite. From
29-01-202709-02-2027AUD $14,779Polar Outside. From
29-01-202709-02-2027AUD $16,404Arctic Superior. From
29-01-202709-02-2027AUD $21,872Expedition Suite. From
08-02-202719-02-2027AUD $14,779Polar Outside. From
08-02-202719-02-2027AUD $16,404Arctic Superior. From
08-02-202719-02-2027AUD $21,872Expedition Suite. From
27-02-202710-03-2027AUD $17,835Polar Outside. From
27-02-202710-03-2027AUD $19,497Arctic Superior. From
27-02-202710-03-2027AUD $25,088Expedition Suite. From
09-03-202720-03-2027AUD $16,678Polar Outside. From
09-03-202720-03-2027AUD $18,213Arctic Superior. From
09-03-202720-03-2027AUD $23,375Expedition Suite. From
29-10-202709-11-2027AUD $12,950Polar Outside. From
29-10-202709-11-2027AUD $14,375Arctic Superior. From
29-10-202709-11-2027AUD $19,167Expedition Suite. From
11-11-202722-11-2027AUD $13,389Polar Outside. From
11-11-202722-11-2027AUD $14,862Arctic Superior. From
11-11-202722-11-2027AUD $19,816Expedition Suite. From
22-11-202703-12-2027AUD $13,681Polar Outside. From
22-11-202703-12-2027AUD $15,186Arctic Superior. From
22-11-202703-12-2027AUD $20,248Expedition Suite. From
16-12-202727-12-2027AUD $14,705Polar Outside. From
16-12-202727-12-2027AUD $16,323Arctic Superior. From
16-12-202727-12-2027AUD $21,764Expedition Suite. From
02-01-202813-01-2028AUD $14,851Polar Outside. From
02-01-202813-01-2028AUD $16,485Arctic Superior. From
02-01-202813-01-2028AUD $21,980Expedition Suite. From
09-01-202820-01-2028AUD $14,705Polar Outside. From
09-01-202820-01-2028AUD $16,323Arctic Superior. From
09-01-202820-01-2028AUD $21,764Expedition Suite. From
12-01-202823-01-2028AUD $15,436Polar Outside. From
12-01-202823-01-2028AUD $17,134Arctic Superior. From
12-01-202823-01-2028AUD $22,845Expedition Suite. From
19-01-202830-01-2028AUD $15,290Polar Outside. From
19-01-202830-01-2028AUD $16,972Arctic Superior. From
19-01-202830-01-2028AUD $22,629Expedition Suite. From
22-01-202802-02-2028AUD $15,436Polar Outside. From
22-01-202802-02-2028AUD $17,134Arctic Superior. From
22-01-202802-02-2028AUD $22,845Expedition Suite. From
01-02-202812-02-2028AUD $15,436Polar Outside. From
01-02-202812-02-2028AUD $17,134Arctic Superior. From
01-02-202812-02-2028AUD $22,845Expedition Suite. From
25-02-202807-03-2028AUD $14,267Polar Outside. From
25-02-202807-03-2028AUD $15,836Arctic Superior. From
25-02-202807-03-2028AUD $21,115Expedition Suite. From
26-02-202808-03-2028AUD $13,974Polar Outside. From
26-02-202808-03-2028AUD $15,511Arctic Superior. From
26-02-202808-03-2028AUD $20,681Expedition Suite. From
06-03-202817-03-2028AUD $13,096Polar Outside. From
06-03-202817-03-2028AUD $14,537Arctic Superior. From
06-03-202817-03-2028AUD $19,383Expedition Suite. From
16-03-202827-03-2028AUD $12,658Polar Outside. From
16-03-202827-03-2028AUD $14,050Arctic Superior. From
16-03-202827-03-2028AUD $18,733Expedition Suite. From
21-03-202801-04-2028AUD $12,658Polar Outside. From
21-03-202801-04-2028AUD $14,050Arctic Superior. From
21-03-202801-04-2028AUD $18,733Expedition Suite. From

Inclusions

    • Experience the Antarctic Peninsula and its surrounding islands during summer
    • Ice-cruises and landings bring you to see glaciers, icebergs, seals and penguins
    • Our hybrid-powered expedition ships, Fridtjof Nansen and Roald Amundsen create the lowest possible CO2 footprint
    • Experienced Expedition Team will deliver lectures and accompany landings

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