Antarctica Cruise Package Overview

This Antarctica adventure is ideal for wildlife enthusiasts, history buffs, adventure-lovers and keen photographers!

Fly to Barcelona for an overnight stay, then head to Ushuaia to embark on an epic 19-day voyage to discover the wonders of the Antarctic Peninsula, South Georgia and the Falkland Islands.

After several days of excursions among the snow and ice of the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands, follow in the footsteps of the heroic polar explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton, tracing his route north via Elephant Island to the rugged archipelago of South Georgia. From legendary historical sites to more than 250,000 king penguins, South Georgia is sure to leave you in awe. To round out the final part of your adventure, the rolling hills and windswept albatross colonies of the Falkland Islands await on your return journey to Ushuaia.

Inclusions at a glance

• Flights – Return economy class airfares to Buenos Aires & Ushuaia
  • Fly from Melbourne, Sydney or Brisbane (contact us for other cities)
• Hotel accommodation – Standard rooms, based on twin share
  • 2 nights Buenos Aires – Continental 725 Hotel
  • 1 night Ushuaia, pre-cruise
• 22 breakfasts, 18 lunches, 19 dinners
• 19 nights aboard Ocean Endeavour expedition cruise ship
• Zodiac excursions
• Meals & activities on board the ship
• Waterproof boots (on loan)
• Warm inner jacket is yours to keep

Special features

• This expedition hits three major Antarctic hotspots – the Antarctic Peninsula, South Georgia and the Falkland Islands – maximising chances of spotting wildlife and exploring diverse polar landscapes.
• Discover the penguin colonies, famous sites and glaciers of the Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands.
• Explore Grytviken and Elephant Island, sites written into the legend of Shackleton’s historic Antarctic voyage.
• In the Falklands, wander the quaint British town of Stanley and explore its charming island farmsteads teeming with nesting seabirds, including numerous albatross and penguin species.
• Retrace the route of the legendary Sir Ernest Shackleton, who led three expeditions to the Antarctic region, and uncover the historical events of his journey.
• Customise your trip with a wide range of optional activities on top of regular Zodiac excursions. Explore the water by kayak, sign up for a photography masterclass, rejuvenate with onboard yoga and a massage, take a bracing polar plunge or camp overnight like a true polar explorer.

Life aboard Ocean Endeavour

The Ocean Endeavour is a comfortable and spacious expedition ship with a gym, library and wide range of cabin types carry up to 200 passengers.

With her ice-strengthened hull and advanced navigation equipment, the Ocean Endeavour is ideally suited for expedition cruising to the Polar regions. It’s designed for adventure travellers who want to get off the ship and onto the ice, with a wide range of expedition activities, citizen science research programs, and opportunities to learn about Antarctica’s history and biology from passionate guides.

The ship carries 20 zodiacs for exploration and remote landings and offers additional activities such as sea kayaking, snowshoeing, ice camping and hiking plus a photography program, all designed to enhance your polar experience. This small, well-appointed expedition ship allows you to explore the world’s remotest regions while enjoying the class and comfort of a hotel.

There are spacious lounge and bar areas and a top deck observation room with panoramic windows, as well as lecture theatres, a library and a polar boutique. The ample deck areas are equipped with comfortable lounge chairs and feature a saltwater pool, saunas and even a hot tub. Travellers can also enjoy health and fitness amenities including a gym, spa treatments and yoga classes designed to enhance your personal wellness.

Onboard, the extensive range of cabin options includes dedicated single cabins for solo travellers, suites and triple cabins that feature two bathrooms. The ship offers an unmatched sense of space with plenty of both interior and exterior areas, where you can enjoy the company of your fellow travellers or enjoy Antarctica in quiet solitude. It’s a truly immersive Antarctic adventure for explorers of any age.

This was a stunningly beautiful experience offering sensational access to our destinations. Staff were unfailingly helpful and kept us safe at all times while optimising our engagement with this challenging environment and its extraordinary inhabitants. Particularly impressive was the explanation and management of essential bio security measures to ensure this pristine place stays that way, despite increased tourism pressures.