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13 Night Emperor Penguin Quest Expedition to Snow Hill and Land Tour

From Buenos Aires to Buenos Aires

Ultramarine

Quark Expeditions
4 Stars
  • Cruise #: 14283997
  • Departs: Tue, Nov 3, 2026
  • Returns: Mon, Nov 16, 2026
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    Suite $29,031
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    Itinerary Summary

    Day by Day Details

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Tuesday - Nov 3, 2026
    Day
    1
    Buenos Aires, Argentina
    • Buenos Aires, Argentina
    Upon arriving in this fascinating city, known for its architecture and rich European heritage, you will independently transfer to your group hotel (pre-expedition hotel night included in mandatory transfer package).

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Wednesday - Nov 4, 2026
    Day
    2
    Buenos Aires, Argentina
    • Buenos Aires, Argentina
    • Air Travel

    Cruise Segment of Itinerary

    Day 2 - Wednesday - Nov 4, 2026
    Day
    2
    Cruise Begins
    • Cruise Begins
    • Ushuaia, Argentina
    After an early breakfast at the hotel, your group will transfer to the airport and board a private charter flight to Ushuaia, Argentina. Upon arrival, you will be transferred from the airport to a central downtown location to enjoy time on your own to explore quaint Ushuaia-the world's southernmost city-before making your way to the pier. After a late afternoon embarkation, you will sail along the historic Beagle Channel, which transects the Tierra del Fuego archipelago in the extreme south of South America. Enjoy the air of anticipation as you depart-the next land you see will be the Antarctic! ...
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    Thursday - Nov 5, 2026
    Day
    3
    Drake Passage, Antarctica
    • Drake Passage, Antarctica
    The unpredictable and exciting Drake Passage, which lies at the confluence of the Pacific, the Atlantic, and the Southern oceans, is an adventure unto itself. While being well taken care of by expert onboard staff and expedition team, you'll have plenty of time to gaze out at the expansive ocean waters, photograph seabirds as they swoop around the ship, and get to know your Expedition Team and fellow travelers. ...
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    Friday - Nov 6, 2026
    Day
    4
    Drake Passage, Antarctica
    • Drake Passage, Antarctica
    Saturday - Nov 7, 2026
    Day
    5
    Weddell Sea Region, Antarctica
    • Weddell Sea Region, Antarctica
    Onboard presentations by world-respected experts will enrich your polar quest, conveying what it was like a century ago for the brave polar heroes who embraced the unknown. You'll also learn more about the ice-dwelling emperor penguins.
    Sunday - Nov 8, 2026
    Day
    6
    Weddell Sea Region, Antarctica
    • Weddell Sea Region, Antarctica
    The journey toward Snow Hill Island will put you in explorer mode as the captain and expedition leader keep you updated through weather briefings, meteorological and sea ice condition reports. The thickness of ice will determine how close Ultramarine can get to Snow Hill Island, then our twin-engine helicopters will take over. ...
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    Monday - Nov 9, 2026
    Day
    7
    Weddell Sea Region, Antarctica
    • Weddell Sea Region, Antarctica
    Tuesday - Nov 10, 2026
    Day
    8
    Weddell Sea Region, Antarctica
    • Weddell Sea Region, Antarctica
    Wednesday - Nov 11, 2026
    Day
    9
    Weddell Sea Region, Antarctica
    • Weddell Sea Region, Antarctica
    Thursday - Nov 12, 2026
    Day
    10
    Weddell Sea Region, Antarctica
    • Weddell Sea Region, Antarctica
    Friday - Nov 13, 2026
    Day
    11
    At Sea
    • At Sea
    The journey back across the Drake Passage provides a final opportunity to enjoy the invigorating Southern Ocean air. Spend time on the deck watching for seabirds and scouting for whales, enjoy presentations by your Expedition Team, and celebrate the experiences you've shared getting off the beaten track in the remarkable world of Antarctica. ...
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    Saturday - Nov 14, 2026
    Day
    12
    At Sea
    • At Sea
    Sunday - Nov 15, 2026
    Day
    13
    At Sea
    • At Sea
    Monday - Nov 16, 2026
    Day
    14
    Ushuaia, Argentina
    • Ushuaia, Argentina
    • Cruise Ends

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Day 14 - Monday - Nov 16, 2026
    Day
    14
    • Air Travel
    • Buenos Aires, Argentina
    You will arrive in Ushuaia in the morning and disembark after breakfast. You will then make your way towards your included group charter flight to Buenos Aires.


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