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17 Night South Georgia and Antarctic Peninsula Penguin Safari and Land Tour

From Ushuaia to Ushuaia
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Ocean Explorer

Quark Expeditions
5 Stars
  • Cruise #: 14283345
  • Departs: Thu, Nov 9, 2028
  • Returns: Sun, Nov 26, 2028
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    Itinerary Summary

    Day by Day Details

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Thursday - Nov 9, 2028
    Day
    1
    Ushuaia, Argentina
    • Ushuaia, Argentina
    You may arrive in Ushuaia at any time on Day 1. This southernmost city of South America is known for its beautiful mountainous surroundings, so you are encouraged to consider arriving a day or two before your expedition. A transfer from the airport to your hotel, and your accommodation, are included in the cost of your trip. An optional pre-departure briefing will be held in the lobby of your hotel at 6 pm. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Friday - Nov 10, 2028
    Day
    2
    Ushuaia, Argentina
    • Ushuaia, Argentina

    Cruise Segment of Itinerary

    Day 2 - Friday - Nov 10, 2028
    Day
    2
    Cruise Begins
    • Cruise Begins
    • Ushuaia, Argentina
    Your luggage will be collected from the lobby of your hotel in the morning and transferred to the ship. Embarkation is usually around 4 pm. Guests will meet at a designated location near the pier, and board the buses for transfer to the ship. Information about embarkation will be posted in your Ushuaia hotel and discussed during your optional pre-departure briefing on Day 1. ...
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    Saturday - Nov 11, 2028
    Day
    3
    At Sea
    • At Sea
    There are many activities to keep you engaged while you are at sea. Learn to identify seabirds that glide alongside the ship, or attend dynamic presentations by your Expedition Team. You will be prepped on safety procedures for Zodiac cruises and shore landings, and also be given instructions for getting the most out of your optional sea kayaking adventures (extra cost), a truly intimate way to experience Antarctica. If conditions are right, the first indication that you are approaching South Georgia is the sight of birds around a group of rocky spires called Shag Rocks. Have your binoculars and cameras ready to capture these rocky spires rising out of the icy ocean waters. Shags and prions often rest here, and due to nutrient rich upwellings around the rocks it can be a good place to keep a lookout for whales. ...
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    Sunday - Nov 12, 2028
    Day
    4
    At Sea
    • At Sea
    Monday - Nov 13, 2028
    Day
    5
    At Sea
    • At Sea
    Tuesday - Nov 14, 2028
    Day
    6
    At Sea
    • At Sea
    Wednesday - Nov 15, 2028
    Day
    7
    South Georgia Island
    • South Georgia Island
    After enjoying South Georgia from a distance, we'll head toward its numerous beaches to find a bay for your first excursion. Landing sites are varied, largely determined by the weather conditions of your voyage. The sites you visit will provide you with wildlife sightings unrivaled anywhere else on Earth. South Georgia is one of the most fertile breeding grounds in the world for sub-Antarctic wildlife, with beaches blanketed with penguins and seals. It won't take you long to realize that you are in a birder's paradise, as burrowing seabirds, albatross, and petrels can be seen in abundance. You'll find that South Georgia, once a popular base for whalers and sealers, is also scattered with abandoned relics and evidence of human activity from centuries gone by. Your Expedition Team will help bring those days to life while you visit old whaling stations and enjoy presentations on the South Georgia of then and now. One of the most significant sites you will visit on the island is Grytviken. This settlement is one of the first whaling stations established in sub-Antarctic waters. Grytviken possesses a special appeal largely because it's the site of the grave of Sir Ernest Shackleton, one of the most famous Antarctic explorers. ...
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    Thursday - Nov 16, 2028
    Day
    8
    South Georgia Island
    • South Georgia Island
    Friday - Nov 17, 2028
    Day
    9
    South Georgia Island
    • South Georgia Island
    Saturday - Nov 18, 2028
    Day
    10
    At Sea
    • At Sea
    Say goodbye to the king penguins, as your next destination is Antarctica. Your days at sea are filled with presentations, workshops, and social activities led by your Expedition Team.
    Sunday - Nov 19, 2028
    Day
    11
    At Sea
    • At Sea
    Monday - Nov 20, 2028
    Day
    12
    Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica
    • Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica
    The most common reaction upon reaching the 7th Continent is a sense of reverence and awe. The experience is beyond words, since few places are as untouched as Antarctica. You will begin to appreciate why this region has long captivated the attention of explorers and travelers alike. Every time we visit Antarctica, we witness something new or unexpected, which means your expedition will be unlike any other-creating a unique, personal experience. Each day, you will take Zodiac excursions from the ship to explore glaciated bays, channels, and landing sites. Your Expedition Team will take care of you at each landing, whether you are hiking the Antarctic landscape, visiting a research station, or observing chinstrap, Adelie, and gentoo penguins, all of which can be found here. Keep an eye out for Weddell, fur, crabeater, and leopard seals, as well as curious whales, such as humpbacks, minkes, or perhaps orcas while on a Zodiac cruise. Each excursion will present a new array of creatures to fascinate you and keep your camera busy. Amid the serene silence of Antarctica, noisy interludes become indelible memories, such as penguins squabbling over prized pebbles, or the boom and crack of a calving glacier. Every day will be different, having been carefully crafted by your Expedition Team to inspire and educate you about this wonderful part of the world. ...
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    Tuesday - Nov 21, 2028
    Day
    13
    Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica
    • Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica
    Wednesday - Nov 22, 2028
    Day
    14
    Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica
    • Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica
    Thursday - Nov 23, 2028
    Day
    15
    Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica
    • Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica
    Friday - Nov 24, 2028
    Day
    16
    Drake Passage, Antarctica
    • Drake Passage, Antarctica
    After more than a dozen days of unique wildlife sightings and remarkable landscapes, your journey home begins. Crossing the Drake is your unofficial rite of passage. Spend time on deck watching for seabirds and whales, enjoy presentations by your Expedition Team, or simply relax.
    Saturday - Nov 25, 2028
    Day
    17
    Drake Passage, Antarctica
    • Drake Passage, Antarctica
    Sunday - Nov 26, 2028
    Day
    18
    Ushuaia, Argentina
    • Ushuaia, Argentina
    Your ship is scheduled to arrive in Ushuaia between 7 am and 8 am. Once the ship has docked, you will bid farewell to your Expedition Team and shipmates before completing your disembarkation. You are then free to continue your onward journey.
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