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This tour is billed in Canadian Dollars. |
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Ever wanted to journey to the very bottom of the world? On this expedition you'll cruise on an icebreaker, going where larger boats can't and attempting the Polar Circle Crossing. Head as far south as Crystal Sound and see a multitude of wildlife including leopard seal and several species of penguins. Stop by the volcanic South Shetland Islands and on the return voyage home cross the Drake Passage and the Beagle Channel. This is one adventure you will never forget!
The M/V Polar Star is one of the world's best expedition ice-class vessels on the seas today - of a size that combined with its ice capability and Zodiac landing craft, allows access to places that others can only sail past. Its large on-deck viewing areas and a panoramic observation lounge allow beautiful vistas and many opportunities for spotting wildlife.
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The traveller may be required to pay the tour leader a small "tour kitty" to cover local expenses. This may or may not apply to this tour. Call if you have questions. |
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Starting rate per person based
on two people sharing. Single room rate on request. Please refer to the box to the left for approximate currency
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This tour is billed in Canadian Dollars. |
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12 days |
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ex Ushuaia
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Maximum of 100 travellers per group |
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Antarctica, Patagonia, Argentina |
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Ever wanted to journey to the very bottom of the world? On this expedition you'll cruise on an icebreaker, going where larger boats can't and attempting the Polar Circle Crossing. Head as far south as Crystal Sound and see a multitude of wildlife including leopard seal and several species of penguins. Stop by the volcanic South Shetland Islands and on the return voyage home cross the Drake Passage and the Beagle Channel. This is one adventure you will never forget!
The M/V Polar Star is one of the world's best expedition ice-class vessels on the seas today - of a size that combined with its ice capability and Zodiac landing craft, allows access to places that others can only sail past. Its large on-deck viewing areas and a panoramic observation lounge allow beautiful vistas and many opportunities for spotting wildlife.
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The traveller may be required to pay the tour leader a small "tour kitty" to cover local expenses. This may or may not apply to this tour. Call if you have questions. |
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Embark on a sea journey from the world's southernmost city, Cruise the Drake Passage and search out wildlife including minke and humpback whales and leopard seal, Enjoy lectures from Antarctic experts, Attempt the celebrated Polar Circle Crossing, heading as far south as Crystal Sound, Visit the spectacular volcanic South Shetland Islands, Cross the Drake Passage and Beagle Channel. |
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Day 1 UshuaiaBoard the Polar Star at the most southern city in the world, Ushuaia. Days 2-3 At SeaThe adventure begins as the Polar Star sets sail and cruises through the Drake Passage. Passing over the rich waters of the Antarctic Convergence, where warm waters meet cool, be ready for some of the region's best ocean sightseeing. This is an ideal place to search out wildlife including minke and humpback whales. Enjoy lectures from Antarctic experts and get an in-depth insight into the region. Days 4-8 AntarcticaSteam south, making the most of our icebreaker ship, going where larger boats can't and attempting the Polar Circle Crossing. Head as far south as Crystal Sound. Turn north and travel the coastal and island waters, using the Zodiac for shore landings and day trips to remote coves. Land in places such as Vernadsky base, Petermann Island, Port Lockroy and Paradise Bay. Along the way, keep an eye out for chinstrap, Adélie and gentoo penguins, various seal species including leopard seal, a multitude of seabirds and hopefully whales. Day 9 South Shetland IslandsVisit these spectacular volcanic islands and search out their prolific populations of penguins, whales, seals and seabirds. Visit historic Deception Island, with geothermic heated waters and abandoned buildings including a whaling station. Days 10-11 At SeaCross the Drake Passage and Beagle Channel on the return voyage. Day 12 UshuaiaThe adventure ends upon disembarkation.
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