Welcome to Ushuaia, the world's southernmost city and the gateway to your Antarctic adventure! Upon arrival, the team will warmly welcome you at the airport and arrange your transfer to a comfortable hotel, which is included in your itinerary.  

Spend the rest of the day exploring this lively port city and outdoor paradise. To glimpse the region's rich history and wildlife, visit the fascinating Museo del Fin del Mundo. If you're feeling adventurous, immerse yourself in nature with activities for all interests and fitness levels, from hiking scenic trails in Tierra del Fuego National Park to spotting marine life in the Beagle Channel. In the evening, savor Patagonian lamb and fresh Fuegian seafood at one of Ushuaia's excellent restaurants.

Start your day with a delicious breakfast at your hotel as you prepare for the adventure. Today, embark on the Sea Spirit, setting course for the remote and wildlife-rich Subantarctic islands.

As you sail towards the subantarctic islands, make the most of your time! Attend the captivating expert presentations, familiarize yourself with the Sea Spirit, and prepare to arrive at a wildlife paradise.

The remote and sparsely-populated Falkland Islands are a birders’ paradise. The Falklands are also a great place to observe marine mammals. The waters around the archipelago are home to cetaceans such as Peale’s and Commerson’s dolphins. Your route and exploration opportunities depend on the weather among these isolated and windswept islands.

You also intend to visit the port of Stanley, the charmingly British capital of the Falkland Islands. Attractions within pleasant walking distance along the waterfront promenade include the Falkland Islands Museum, the governor’s house, a cathedral with an impressive whalebone arch outside, a war memorial, quality gift shops, pubs, and views of shipwrecks in the harbor.

From the Falkland Islands, you head east toward South Georgia. Cross the Antarctic Convergence, the biological boundary of the Southern Ocean. Briefings, bio-security procedures, and lectures from the experts prepare you for your arrival in South Georgia.

This is expedition cruising at its most authentic. Your route and exploration opportunities in South Georgia heavily depend on the weather conditions you encounter. Your experienced captain and expedition leader decide the itinerary and continually adjust plans as conditions and opportunities warrant. You can be sure that the best possible advantage will be taken of the circumstances presented to you by nature in this wild and remote corner of the world. The team takes every safe opportunity to go ashore in this amazing place.

South Georgia is a scenic wilderness and an unrivaled paradise for subantarctic wildlife viewing. The islands host over 100 million seabirds, including numerous albatross species, penguins, prions, petrels, and terns. On beaches such as Salisbury Plain and St. Andrews Bay, over 100,000 elephant seals and three million fur seals jostle for space among innumerable penguins, including stately king penguins and sprightly macaroni penguins. The recently completed rat eradication program will make this wilderness more pristine and rich with birdlife.

An increasing number of whales also inhabit the bountiful waters surrounding South Georgia. The historical whaling station of Grytviken is now home to the excellent South Georgia Museum, managed by the South Georgia Heritage Trust. Grytviken is also the final resting place of Ernest Shackleton, the legendary polar explorer.

Your days in South Georgia are filled with memorable excursions, sumptuous meals, expert presentations, and enough incredible scenery and wildlife to fill your camera and overwhelm your emotions.

It is time to head back toward the Falkland Islands. However, your adventures are not over yet. Share your impressions, review all the great photos you have taken, and enjoy a friendly atmosphere of like-minded fellow travelers.

Seabirds and marine mammals are counted in the millions in this remote and stunningly beautiful wilderness. The waters around the archipelago are home to cetaceans such as Peale’s and Commerson’s dolphins. In this rugged yet accessible environment, superb wildlife viewing is best complemented by active adventure. Your knowledgeable guides will offer hiking and hill climbing for an even greater perspective of this raw polar wilderness. This is expedition cruising at its most authentic. Your precise route and exploration opportunities will be shaped by weather. Your experienced captain and expedition leader will continually adjust plans to take maximum advantage of the conditions in this challenging polar environment.

As you sail, immerse yourself in fascinating presentations from your expert staff and bond with fellow travelers. On the open deck, marvel at the sight of birds and marine mammals that grace your journey. South polar skuas, snow petrels, and albatrosses may escort your vessel, enhancing your experience with their majestic presence. This is also the time for festivities such as the Captain’s Farewell Cocktail and the end-of-voyage slideshow. The seabirds you saw at the beginning of your voyage reappear, offering a full-circle experience of natural wonder.

After breakfast, you say farewell in the city of Ushuaia. A group transfer to the airport or the town center is provided if you wish to spend more time here. As you reflect on your wonderful experience, you may already be looking forward to your next incredible polar adventure!