Arrive at Ezeiza International Airport, the airport for Buenos Aires. 

Ezeiza International Airport serves Buenos Aires, often called the "Paris of South America." Known for its high quality of life, Buenos Aires was rated one of South America's most livable cities in 2018, despite its population density of 13,680 inhabitants per square kilometer (34,800 per square mile) and nearly 3 million residents. Twinned with cities like Moscow and Miami, the city blends Old and New World influences in its architecture. Buenos Aires exudes energy, from its bustling markets and vibrant tango performances to colorful street art, modern skyscrapers, and lively port. The city's theatre scene is unparalleled, hosting over 300 performances every weekend, surpassing even New York, London, and Paris in activity. Founded in 1580 by Spanish explorer Juan de Garay, Buenos Aires has a rich, multifaceted history.

From Buenos Aires fly to Ushuaia.

Ushuaia was home to the indigenous Yahgan people and now proudly holds the title of the world's southernmost city, often called the "end of the world." Set along the Beagle Channel, Ushuaia is a vibrant scene, with colorful houses framed by the majestic, snow-capped Andes. Towering above it all, Monte Olivia rises dramatically at 4,530 feet.

Ushuaia's landscape is a natural marvel, from the dense Southern beech forests at sea level to alpine ecosystems higher up. Its proximity to the Antarctic Peninsula has made it a primary gateway to the Great White Continent, yet Ushuaia is much more than a transit point. It offers a rich natural history, indigenous heritage, and a spirit of adventure. Visitors can explore Tierra del Fuego National Park's breathtaking trails and uncover captivating stories at the "End of the World" museum—making Ushuaia a destination that rewards curiosity and adventure.

Spend your day at sea enjoying the many facilities available.

Wind-swept New Island, one of the world’s most remote inhabited islands, lies on the western fringe of the Falklands Archipelago. Its gentle, low-lying eastern shores are indented with white, sandy bays and coves beaming with turquoise water. These slopes gradually rise into rugged sea-battered cliffs on the island’s western side. A place of colorful landscapes, New Island supports some of the largest concentrations and diversity of wildlife in the Falklands, with over forty species of nesting birds. Four species of penguins, including 13,000 gentoo and 26,000 Southern rockhopper penguins, call the island home. Embracing winds and seas below, 60,000 black-browed albatross soar along the cliffs. New Island’s history is as rich and plentiful as its natural wonders. The island has known human presence since the late 1700s, especially with many whaling ships finding refuge in its coves and bays from tempestuous weather.

Albatrosses have long captured the imagination of sailors, roaming the vast oceans, embracing storms and winds far from the safety of land, and so at ease in the roughest sea conditions. A large colony of black-browed albatrosses breeds in summer on West Point Island. Along with rockhopper penguins, they reside between the rocky ledges and among the tussock grass. Other species can also be seen throughout the island: fur seals and sea lions visit its shores, and dolphins frequent its harbor. Cliff Mountain, its highest point, rises to 1,250’ (381 meters) above the highest sea cliffs in the Falklands. The Napier family, descendants of the original farmers, still own and operate West Point Island as a traditional sheep farm. Living in a modest family house sheltered by weathered Monterey cypress trees, they welcome visitors for tea. Experience West Point’s spectacular scenery, abundant wildlife, and the human population of just two, Lily and Roddy Napier.

INCLUDED EXPEDITION:

Walks on shore and Exploration with the Expedition Team

Join the Expedition Team for a Zodiac landing on West Point Settlement. A leisurely walk across the island will lead you to a tussock-grass-covered area with cliffs full of breeding seabirds. Majestic Black-browed albatrosses, Rockhopper penguins, and Blue-eyed cormorants.

Carcass Island lies to the northwest of the Falklands. It is a wildlife haven, as the island has been kept free of mice and rats.  

Large sandy bays, beaches, tidal rock points to the northwest, and cliffs and slopes along the northeastern coast form the coastline. 

The islands have numerous bird species, including the endemic Cobb’s wren, Gentoo & Magellanic penguins, Ruddy-headed geese, and many more; freshwater ponds are essential for wildfowl. 

Commerson’s Dolphin frequently swims along the coast. Over a hundred plant species form the green covering the island. The name of the island derives from the 18th-century visitor HMS Carcass.

INCLUDED EXPEDITION:

Walks on shore and Exploration with the Expedition Team

Join the Expedition Team for a zodiac landing on Carcass Island. Walk around the settlement to enjoy first-hand views of the local wildlife. The birdlife is particularly rich at Carcass; some species expected to be found here are Gentoo and Magellanic penguins, Striated caracaras, Turkey vultures, Upland geese, Blackish oystercatchers, Steamer ducks, Long-tailed meadowlark, Cobb’s wren, and Falklands thrush.

Saunders Island, a wild and remote jewel in the Falkland Islands, is steeped in history. At Port Egmont, it was here that the first British settlers made their mark in 1765. Today, the spirit of these early pioneers lives on, with descendants of the initial farming families still residing on the island, carrying on the age-old tradition of sheep farming.

But it's not just human history that makes Saunders Island so fascinating—it's a veritable wildlife sanctuary. The island is home to five penguin species—king, macaroni, Gentoo, rockhopper, and the occasional Magellanic—each adding to the island's vibrant biodiversity. In addition, 500 steamer ducks, white-bridled finches, and an impressive 22,000 black-browed albatrosses choose to breed here. And if you turn your gaze seaward, you might spot dolphins frolicking in the harbor or Southern right whales in the distance.

The lonely lighthouse at Cape Pembroke welcomes arrivals to Stanley. It alerts ships to the treacherous rocks, reefs, and shoals for which the Falkland Islands have long been known. With a population of over 2,000 people, Stanley is the largest settlement on the islands. Its gardens, tea rooms, brightly colored houses, and hotels lend it a slightly Victorian feel, seemingly suspended in time. The Anglican Cathedral, the southernmost in the world, stands prominently on Stanley’s waterfront.

The Falklands’ unique abundance of wildlife is evident in Stanley. Dolphins visit its harbor while steamer ducks, kelp gulls, and other birds abound on shore. Southern sea lions can be spotted basking in the sun. Southern giant petrels often fly through town, oblivious to the human presence. Founded in the 1840s, the town was named after Edward Smith-Stanley, Earl of Derby, who never visited the islands.

INCLUDED SHORE EXCURSION: Bluff Cove Lagoon: Penguins & Tea

Discover the abundant wildlife at Bluff Cove Lagoon on this off-road Falkland Islands excursion. After arriving ashore, travel through Stanley and scenic hills to Bluff Cove Farm, where a 4x4 Land Rover takes you to the lagoon’s penguin rookery. Here, stroll with a ranger among over 1,000 Gentoo penguins, with a growing colony of King penguins, all set against a stunning lagoon and sandy beach. The area also hosts a variety of birds, including skuas, upland geese, and Falkland steamer ducks. Enjoy tea, coffee, and homemade treats at the cozy Sea Cabbage Café, warmed by a peat stove. The nearby Bluff Cove Museum offers insights into Falkland life, local history, and the vibrant lagoon ecosystem, as well as a small gift shop selling unique, handcrafted souvenirs.

Spend your day at sea enjoying the many facilities available.

The South Georgia Islands Group is one of the least visited destinations on Earth. It consists of South Georgia Island and smaller surrounding islands and rocks. Largely untouched and blessed with a sub-Antarctic climate and nutrient-rich seas, it represents a sort of Lost Eden of unspoiled wildlife habitat. Although ice and snow are present, they are strikingly green with vegetation compared to Antarctica. They teem with wildlife, including massive populations of king and other penguin species, fur seals, elephant seals, albatrosses, giant petrels, and other seabirds. Whales, orcas, and dolphins abound offshore in Earth's most diverse marine ecosystem. Your captain and expedition leader plan your days in South Georgia to offer you various experiences in this remote and enchanting destination based on conditions and wildlife reports. These will certainly include visits to historic communities such as Grytviken, with its memorial to Ernest Shackleton, the immense breeding colony of king penguins on the Salisbury Plain, and other highlights, along with less well-known but equally unforgettable sites. Your veteran expedition team members enrich your experience during presentations and in casual conversations and interpret passing sights during time spent cruising. They will also accompany you on landings at the various sites and excursions in Zodiacs and kayaks.

Spend your day at sea enjoying the many facilities available.

Depending on weather, ice conditions, and reported wildlife distribution during your voyage, your captain and expedition team will program an additional day of discovery and adventure for you in Antarctica.

Spend your day at sea enjoying the many facilities available.

Arrive in Ushuaia and disembark after breakfast. Fly to Ezeiza International Airport in Buenos Aires.