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19 Night Penguins of the Far South Falklands South Georgia and Antarctica and Land Tour

From Ushuaia to Ushuaia
  • Ocean Explorer
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Ocean Explorer

Quark Expeditions
5 Stars
  • Cruise #: 14284008
  • Departs: Fri, Feb 2, 2029
  • Returns: Wed, Feb 21, 2029
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    Itinerary Summary

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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Friday - Feb 2, 2029
    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 an 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

    Saturday - Feb 3, 2029
    Day
    2
    Ushuaia, Argentina
    • Ushuaia, Argentina

    Cruise Segment of Itinerary

    Day 2 - Saturday - Feb 3, 2029
    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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    Sunday - Feb 4, 2029
    Day
    3
    At Sea
    • At Sea
    Your days at sea are filled with presentations led by your Expedition Team on photography, wildlife, glaciology, and history. In between presentations, spend time on deck looking for wildlife or chatting with your shipmates over a drink at the bar.
    Monday - Feb 5, 2029
    Day
    4
    Falkland Islands, Falkland Islands
    • Falkland Islands, Falkland Islands
    Upon your arrival in the Falklands (Malvinas), your camera will get its first real workout capturing the abundant wildlife and rugged feel of this sub-Antarctic region. The archipelago contains two main islands, East Falkland and West Falkland, which you will explore during daily Zodiac excursions and landings. Stanley, also known as Port Stanley, is a favorite landing site, as the town offers a unique British outpost feel, complete with eclectic charm. You'll be free to explore, grab a pint at the local pub, or visit the numerous churches and museums. The archipelago is rich in wildlife, especially birds, and home to Magellanic, gentoo, and southern rockhopper penguins. If you're lucky, you may even spot king penguins here, as well. Chances are good that you'll see black-browed albatross, plus two endemic bird species-the flightless Falkland steamer duck and the elusive Cobb's wren. Your team of polar experts will enrich your understanding of the local flora and fauna, helping you make the most of your time in the Falklands. ...
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    Tuesday - Feb 6, 2029
    Day
    5
    Falkland Islands, Falkland Islands
    • Falkland Islands, Falkland Islands
    Wednesday - Feb 7, 2029
    Day
    6
    At Sea
    • At Sea
    Sailing southeast to South Georgia, you'll officially enter Antarctic waters once you cross the Antarctic Convergence, an invisible biological boundary encircling the continent. This meeting of oceans, where the cold Antarctic waters mix with the warmer waters of the Indian, Pacific, and Atlantic oceans, helps nourish the abundance of krill that attracts whales, seals, and birdlife to this part of the world. Your Expedition Team will notify you when you cross this invisible yet important line, and will also help you look out for the seabirds and marine life that frequent this nutrient-rich area. ...
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    Thursday - Feb 8, 2029
    Day
    7
    At Sea
    • At Sea
    Friday - Feb 9, 2029
    Day
    8
    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. 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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    Saturday - Feb 10, 2029
    Day
    9
    South Georgia Island
    • South Georgia Island
    Sunday - Feb 11, 2029
    Day
    10
    South Georgia Island
    • South Georgia Island
    Monday - Feb 12, 2029
    Day
    11
    South Georgia Island
    • South Georgia Island
    Tuesday - Feb 13, 2029
    Day
    12
    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.
    Wednesday - Feb 14, 2029
    Day
    13
    At Sea
    • At Sea
    Thursday - Feb 15, 2029
    Day
    14
    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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    Friday - Feb 16, 2029
    Day
    15
    Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica
    • Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica
    Saturday - Feb 17, 2029
    Day
    16
    Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica
    • Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica
    Sunday - Feb 18, 2029
    Day
    17
    Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica
    • Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica
    Monday - Feb 19, 2029
    Day
    18
    Drake Passage, Antarctica
    • Drake Passage, Antarctica
    After more than two weeks of endless wildlife sightings, your journey home begins. Crossing the Drake is your unofficial rite of passage, completing your Antarctic adventure. Enjoy your final moments celebrating with your fellow shipmates and savor the silence of the sea as long as you can.
    Tuesday - Feb 20, 2029
    Day
    19
    Drake Passage, Antarctica
    • Drake Passage, Antarctica
    Wednesday - Feb 21, 2029
    Day
    20
    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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