Destination:
Antarctica,
Argentina,
Duration:
13 days
Style:
Adventure,
Polar,
Wildlife,
Travel Period:
November 2026 - December 2026
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Overview
Experience awe-inspiring scenery and untamed wildlife on a 13-day voyage to the Antarctic Peninsula. This expedition introduces you to the wonders and highlights of the White Continent, with additional days to better explore the Antarctica Peninsula. Encounter Weddell seals lazing on ice floes, whales breaching the frigid waters and several species of penguins shuffling across the frozen shores. You’ll cruise around the ice-filled waters by Zodiac, landing on the Antarctic Continent itself for onshore excursions that will afford jaw-dropping views. The onboard Expedition Team will offer priceless knowledge and insight, bringing the world’s most incredible landscapes to life.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Your voyage is on board the Ocean Nova ship.
SPECIAL BOOKING CONDITIONS
This voyage is operated by our Polar partner Polar Latitudes. You are required to pay a non-refundable deposit of 20% of the voyage cost per person per Cruise for your booking to be confirmed. If your booking is made within 120 days of the departure date, then the full amount is payable at the time of booking. Please refer to the "booking conditions" on our website under “Polar Latitudes”.
ADVENTURE OPTIONS
A range of Paid Adventure Options is available on the Ocean Nova, on selected voyages, subject to availability. Your sales agent can assist with availability and pricing.
• Discover Kayaking - One-off excursion available on all voyages. Pre-book via your booking agent.
• Camping - One-off excursion available on selected voyages. Pre-book via your booking agent.
• Snowshoeing - One-off excursion available on selected voyages. Pre-book via your booking agent.
Payment for the prebooked adventure options is only required once onboard your ship.
SPECIAL DEPARTURE: 25th of November 2026 special guests onboard - authors, Jane Caro AM, Jock Serong and Hilde Hinton
On the 25th of November 2026 departure, you’ll be joined by three of Australia’s most esteemed authors, Jane Caro AM, Jock Serong and Hilde Hinton, who will help guide your experience through words and impressions. Together, this literary trio will lead a hands-on writing workshop, host a 'Writers on Writing' panel exploring the journey from pen to publication, and guide a dynamic book club that delves into a fascinating book that explores Nel Law's story, the first Australian woman to step foot on the Antarctic Continent. Please refer to the “itinerary disclaimer” section of the Essential Trip Information for further information.
The name of this trip was previously called "Best of Antarctica In Depth"
SPECIAL BOOKING CONDITIONS
This voyage is operated by our Polar partner Polar Latitudes. You are required to pay a non-refundable deposit of 20% of the voyage cost per person per Cruise for your booking to be confirmed. If your booking is made within 120 days of the departure date, then the full amount is payable at the time of booking. Please refer to the "booking conditions" on our website under “Polar Latitudes”.
ADVENTURE OPTIONS
A range of Paid Adventure Options is available on the Ocean Nova, on selected voyages, subject to availability. Your sales agent can assist with availability and pricing.
• Discover Kayaking - One-off excursion available on all voyages. Pre-book via your booking agent.
• Camping - One-off excursion available on selected voyages. Pre-book via your booking agent.
• Snowshoeing - One-off excursion available on selected voyages. Pre-book via your booking agent.
Payment for the prebooked adventure options is only required once onboard your ship.
SPECIAL DEPARTURE: 25th of November 2026 special guests onboard - authors, Jane Caro AM, Jock Serong and Hilde Hinton
On the 25th of November 2026 departure, you’ll be joined by three of Australia’s most esteemed authors, Jane Caro AM, Jock Serong and Hilde Hinton, who will help guide your experience through words and impressions. Together, this literary trio will lead a hands-on writing workshop, host a 'Writers on Writing' panel exploring the journey from pen to publication, and guide a dynamic book club that delves into a fascinating book that explores Nel Law's story, the first Australian woman to step foot on the Antarctic Continent. Please refer to the “itinerary disclaimer” section of the Essential Trip Information for further information.
The name of this trip was previously called "Best of Antarctica In Depth"
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What's Included
- Meals: Meals: 12 breakfasts, 10 lunches, 11 dinners.
- Transport: Expedition cruise ship, zodiac.
- Accommodation: Comfortable Hotel (1 night), Expedition Cruise Ship (11 nights).
- Welcome Briefing.
- Citizen Science Program.
- Onboard Lecture Program.
- Daily Briefings and Recap.
- Guided walking Excursions.
- Zodiac Excursion/Cruising.
- Citizen Science Program.
- Onboard Lecture Program.
- Daily Briefings and Recap.
- Citizen Science Program.
- Onboard Lecture Program.
- Daily Briefings and Recap.
Start:Ushuaia, Argentina
Finish:Ushuaia, Argentina
Finish:Ushuaia, Argentina
Type:Group tour (max 80)
Tripcode:
GQMAW
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Your Itinerary
Day 1: Ushuaia
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Day 2: Ushuaia
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Day 3: Drake Passage
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Days 5-10: South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula
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Day 5: South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula
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Day 13: Ushuaia
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Day 14: Disembarkation in Ushuaia, Argentina
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Day 11: Drake Passage
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Day 13: Ushuaia
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Travel Partner
Intrepid is a small group tour travel company with humble beginnings that now sends over 100,000 travellers a year on grassroots and responsible travel tours.
Limited Availability
Price from
$13,848*
per person*
Tripcode: GQMAW
Start:Ushuaia, Argentina
Finish:Ushuaia, Argentina
Finish:Ushuaia, Argentina
Type:Group tour (max 80)
Tripcode:
90569
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