19D Antarctica, the Falkland Islands & South Georgia
This voyage is Peregrine’s most complete and varied Antarctic adventure. It promises an in-depth and unforgettable experience to the bottom of the world travelling to the extraordinary Falkland Islands and diverse sub-Antarctic islands before sailing further south to the remarkable Antarctic Peninsula area.
The Rockhopper penguins are small, aggressive, crested penguins (genus Eudyptes), so named because of the way they hop from boulder to boulder when moving around their rocky colonies
Our first stop is the Falkland Islands in the South Atlantic Ocean. This far-flung group of islands lies north of the Antarctic Convergence and enjoys a relatively warmer climate than our other destinations. As a result, the mainly uninhabited Falklands support unique wildlife not found further south, including sixty species of migratory birds as well as the rare rockhopper penguin.
Our journey continues southeast, crossing the Antarctic Convergence to the remote and hauntingly beautiful island of South Georgia. Here amongst the soaring snow-clad mountains and massive glaciers, we’ll find huge king penguin rookeries, thousands of sub-Antarctic fur seals, the comical macaroni penguin, as well as spectacular wilderness that is perhaps, unequalled on earth. We’ll also discover a remarkable history here that reminds us of some of the world’s most legendary explorers from Captain James Cook to Sir Ernest Shackleton.
We then set course to the off-shore islands of the Antarctic Peninsula, hoping to land at the remote and often mist-shrouded South Orkney Islands. Then we continue on to the South Shetland archipelago, stopping at various islands whose waters are often inhabited with feeding humpback whales.
On approaching the mainland, the splendours of Antarctic nature will be on display. Thousands of differently shaped icebergs dot the sea, penguins are seen porpoising through the waters and various seals, including the predatory leopard seal, use the ice flows as a resting place. The Antarctic Peninsula itself boasts a profusion of wildlife including five species of seal, massive penguin rookeries with gentoos, Adelies and chinstraps as well as a variety of whale species and seabirds including albatross, petrels, shearwaters and skuas.
Extraordinary and inhospitable scenery greets us on land. A sweeping ice sheet rises above the shore line, binding together an entire continent, close in size to Africa. One can only marvel at the resolve of the early explorers in their quest to conquer Antarctica.
Trip Dates
- Nov 18 - Dec 06, 2008
- Dec 16, 2008 - Jan 03, 2009
- Jan 16 - Feb 03, 2009
- Feb 17 - Mar 07, 2009
Trip Prices Nov 01, 2008 - Jan 31, 2009
- from US$ 5,750 Main Triple
- from US$ 6,850 Main Deck
- from US$ 7,250 Upper Deck
- from US$ 8,250 Superior
- from US $ 8,750 Superior Plus
- from US$ 9,350 Peregrine Suite
- from US$10,250 Cook Suite
Trip Prices from Feb 01, 2009
- US$10,350 Main Triple
- US$12,550 Main Deck
- US$13,150 Upper Deck
- US$14,850 Superior
- US$15,850 Superior Plus
- US$16,850 Peregrine Suite
- US$18,450 Cook Suite
SPECIAL NOTES
• Fuel prices have been a particular issue over the last two years and it may become necessary to initiate a fuel surcharge if prices continue to increase.
Due to the remote nature of our voyages it is not possible to ‘hedge’ our fuel and as a result It is impossible to predict what the price will be when the fuel is finally purchased and taken on-board. This being the case we do not include any significant allowance to cover increased fuel costs.
• Camping on the ice is a free optional activity arranged when on the ship and subject to weather conditions.
Itinerary
Day 01 / Board the ship. Sail the Beagle Channel
Day 02 / Sail east towards the Falkland Islands
Days 03 - 04 / The Falkland Islands
Days 05 - 07 / Sailing towards South Georgia
Days 08 - 10 / South Georgia
Day 11 / Sailing to the South Orkney Islands
Day 12 / South Orkney (ice conditions permitting)
Day 13 / Sail south to Antarctica
Days 14 - 16 / Antarctica Peninsula
Days 17 - 18 / Sailing north towards South America
Day 19 / Arrive in Ushuaia, where our voyage ends. You are transferred to your hotel, or to the airport for your onward flight
Note Weather, ice, or other conditions may necessitate changes to our itinerary and alteration to certain shore excursions.
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Included
- Airport arrival transfer in Ushuaia
- Transfer on Day 01 from Peregrine meeting point to pier and departure transfer on last day of voyage from Ushuaia pier to airport or hotel
- Ship-board accommodation
- Highly experienced expedition leader, crew and lecturers
- All meals, afternoon teas most days
- Access to public viewing areas
- Shore excursions by zodiac boat
- Overnight camping (subject to suitable weather)
- On-board lectures, videos, slide and film shows
- On-board medical officer
- Port taxes and/or landing fees at Ushuaia, Stanley and South Georgia
- Comprehensive pre-departure booklet and expedition manual
Meals
- 18 Breakfasts
- 17 Lunches
- 18 Dinners
Not Included
- All airfares
- Visa and passport fees, airport departure taxes
- Pre-cruise or post-cruise hotel accommodation
- Laundry, postage, telephone calls, drinks, medical expenses
- Travel insurance, emergency evacuation charges
- Gratuities to staff and crew
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