Destination:
Antarctica,
Argentina,
Duration:
11 days
Style:
Adventure,
Polar,
Wildlife,
Travel Period:
November 2026 - January 2027
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Overview
Enter a world of snow and ice as you take an epic journey to Antarctica – the continent that has long captivated explorers. Set sail aboard the comfortable Ocean Nova on an 11-day voyage, looking out for marine wildlife like penguins, seals and whales as well as a huge array of birdlife. Explore an icy wilderness with an expert Expedition Team, set against a backdrop of towering icebergs, snow-capped peaks, imposing glaciers and ice-strewn waters. Make daily excursions to the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula on Zodiacs, learning about the geology, history and wildlife of the area and be swept away by the incredible, once-on-a-lifetime panoramas. This is the Great White Continent!
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Your voyage is on board the Ocean Nova ship.
SPECIAL BOOKING CONDITIONS
This voyage is operated by our Polar partner Ocean Endeavour Expeditions Pty Ltd referred to as ‘Polar Latitudes’’. You are required to pay a non-refundable deposit of 20% of the full voyage cost (before any discount) per person per Cruise for your booking to be confirmed. If your booking is made within 95 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 Antarctica Voyages (Ocean Nova).
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 6th of December 2026 - Special guest onboard Australian Singer & Songwriter, Mark Seymour.
On the 6th of December 2026 voyage, you'll be joined by special guest Mark Seymour, founder of the Australian rock band Hunters & Collectors. He'll be performing onboard the Ocean Nova, an exclusive and intimate opportunity for fans of his beautiful melodies. 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: Wildlife Explorer"
SPECIAL BOOKING CONDITIONS
This voyage is operated by our Polar partner Ocean Endeavour Expeditions Pty Ltd referred to as ‘Polar Latitudes’’. You are required to pay a non-refundable deposit of 20% of the full voyage cost (before any discount) per person per Cruise for your booking to be confirmed. If your booking is made within 95 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 Antarctica Voyages (Ocean Nova).
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 6th of December 2026 - Special guest onboard Australian Singer & Songwriter, Mark Seymour.
On the 6th of December 2026 voyage, you'll be joined by special guest Mark Seymour, founder of the Australian rock band Hunters & Collectors. He'll be performing onboard the Ocean Nova, an exclusive and intimate opportunity for fans of his beautiful melodies. 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: Wildlife Explorer"
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What's Included
- Meals: Meals: 10 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 9 dinners.
- Transport: Expedition cruise ship, zodiac.
- Accommodation: Comfortable hotel (1 night), Expedition cruise ship (9 nights).
- Welcome Briefing.
- Citizen Science Program.
- Daily Briefings and Recap.
- Onboard Lecture Program.
- Onboard Lecture Program.
- Daily Briefings and Recap.
- Citizen Science Program.
- Guided walking Excursions.
- Zodiac Excursion/Cruising.
- Onboard Lecture Program.
- Daily Briefings and Recap.
- Citizen Science Program.
Start:Ushuaia, Argentina
Finish:Ushuaia, Argentina
Finish:Ushuaia, Argentina
Type:Group tour (max 80)
Tripcode:
GQMDE
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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 5-8: South Shetland Islands & Antarctica Peninsula
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Day 5: Antarctic Peninsula
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Day 11: Disembarkation in Ushuaia, Argentina
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Day 9: Drake Passage
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Day 11: Ushuaia
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