11D Antarctic Explorer
This Peregrine journey takes us to one of the world’s most awe inspiring destinations. With visits along the way through the South Shetland Islands we arrive on the mainland, on the Antarctic Peninsula and are dazzled by perhaps the most dramatic scenery to be found
anywhere on earth.
From our boats we’ll observe an impressive array of icebergs in many different shapes and sizes
Sailing aboard our well-appointed Peregrine expedition vessel, we see Antarctic nature in all its glory. These areas boast an extraordinary abundance of wildlife, including five seal species and massive penguin rookeries of gentoo, Adelies and chinstraps as well as a profusion of seabirds from albatross to skuas. A wildlife highlight may well be watching a variety of magnificent whale species in close proximity as they crest the surface of the waves.
On the White Continent, we also see remarkable landscapes of ice. At Paradise Harbour or Hope Bay we find many icebergs dotting the waters, including some that are colossal in size, containing natural caves shrouded in an eerie translucent light. On land, there is a sweeping ice sheet, masking mountains and filling trenches binding together an entire continent that is about the size of Africa. We’ll even have the chance to camp ashore on this expanse of ice if conditions are suitable.
Even in the company of our experienced expedition crew, some of whom have travelled to Antarctica over 100 times, it still seems astonishing to think of the early explorers attempting to conquer this beautiful, yet formidable land.
Note Weather, ice, or other conditions may necessitate changes to our itinerary and alteration to certain shore excursions.
Trip Dates
- Dec 28, 2008 - Jan 07, 2009
- Feb 07 - 17, 2009
Trip Prices
- US$ 5,750 Main Triple
- US$ 6,850 Main Deck
- US$ 7,250 Upper Deck
- US$ 8,250 Superior
- US$ 8,750 Superior Plus
- US$ 9,350 Peregrine Suite
- US$10,250 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 at Ushuaia. Sail the Beagle Channel.
Days 02 - 03 / Cross the Drake Passage and enter Antarctic waters.
Days 04 - 08 / Explore the Antarctic Peninsula.
Days 09 - 10 / Sail back through the Drake Passage.
Day 11 / Arrive in Ushuaia, where your 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
- Comprehensive pre-departure booklet and expedition manual
Meals
- 10 Breakfasts
- 09 Lunches
- 10 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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