Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent – Ocean Adventurer, Dec. 2019

Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent – Ocean Adventurer, Dec. 2019

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Trip Summary

Dates: Dec 29, 2019 – Jan 8, 2020
Duration: 11 Days
Adventure Options: 1-time Kayaking, Camping, Kayaking
Starting at $8,795.00View Prices

About the Antarctica Classic 11-day (with hotel) Itinerary

Perfect for first time visitors to Antarctica Witness and explore the highlights of the Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands Learn about the environment and wildlife from onboard lecturers and specialists Witness the abundant wildlife – penguins, seals, whales and more! * Itineraries on our website are intended only as a guide and you should […]

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Pricing Information

$8,795
Full - Triple
$9,895
Full - Lower Deck Twin
$10,895
Full - Main Deck Porthole
$11,995
Limited - Main Deck Window
$13,095 - Superior
$14,195 - Deluxe
$15,595 - Suite
$17,495
Full - Owner's Suite

About the Antarctica Classic 11-day (with hotel) Itinerary

  • Perfect for first time visitors to Antarctica
  • Witness and explore the highlights of the Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands
  • Learn about the environment and wildlife from onboard lecturers and specialists
  • Witness the abundant wildlife – penguins, seals, whales and more!
* Itineraries on our website are intended only as a guide and you should consult our team for detailed itineraries on specific voyages.

Detailed Itinerary

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Day 1: Ushuaia, Argentina


Enjoy the “World’s Southernmost City” and explore the city center and nearby Tierra del Fuego National Park. Highlights of Ushuaia include the mountains surrounding the city with the popular “Train at the End of the World” and an award-winning museum. Delight in Argentinean leather markets and succulent lamb dishes that make Patagonia famous as you explore this growing city.


Day 2: Embarkation


Arriving at the ship in the afternoon, you will be greeted by Expedition Team and ships’ officers at a safety and orientation briefing followed by the Captain’s welcome dinner. After dinner, relax and take in the mountainous scenery on our early evening sail down the Beagle Channel past Magellanic Penguin, Rock Cormorant, and Sea Lion colonies.


Days 3-4: Drake Passage


Among the wildlife spotting opportunities as we sail south are the Albatrosses, Prions, and Petrels that frequently follow the ship. The Expedition Team will be out on deck as well, looking for the Whales and Dolphins that may also be seen in the area. The team will begin presentations with informative and entertaining lectures on the wildlife, history, and geology of Antarctica. Helpful briefings on environmental regulations and expedition safety will also be held.


Days 5-8: Antarctic Peninsula & South Shetland Islands


Arrival to the White Continent, the land of extremes! The most common first reaction to the white continent is a sense of reverence and awe. The experience is hard to put into words, as few places are as untouched, unique and enduring as Antarctica. The Expedition Leader and Captain will create a flexible itinerary based on weather, ice, and opportunity. The route will stress the most scenic bays and channels of the Peninsula with stops at penguin rookeries, seal wallows, bird colonies and whale feeding areas. Guided hikes with the Expedition Team will have you trekking up a glacier, visiting a research station, or consorting with penguin colonies. Chinstrap, Gentoo and Adélie penguins are found here, along with Fur, Weddell, Crabeater and Leopard Seals. Curious whales, such as Minkes and Humpbacks, are often attracted to Zodiacs as well, giving you a chance to get within reaching distance of these majestic animals. Each day and each landing will present a new collection of creatures to entertain you and keep your camera shutter busy.

The trip may include picturesque Neko Harbor, sheltered Paradise Harbor, the Humpback Whale favored Wilhelmina Bay, the striking Lemaire Channel, the wildlife-filled Penola Channel, or the majestic Neumayer Channel. A visit may be possible to an active scientific base such as Ukraine’s Vernadsky as well as an historic base such as U.K.’s Port Lockroy or Wordie House.


Days 9-10: Drake Passage

The lecture series and wildlife spotting will continue on the return trip to Ushuaia and while the team will reflect on beautiful Antarctica and its fragile future.


Day 11: Disembarkation

Morning disembarkation allows you catch a flight to Buenos Aires or stay in Ushuaia for more sights and adventure.


Welcome Aboard the Ocean Adventurer


The 132-passenger Ocean Adventurer is one of the very few vessels in the world purpose-built for expedition voyages to remote polar regions like Antarctica. Formerly known as the Sea Adventurer, she underwent a multi-million dollar refurbishment in 2017. The Adventurer has an ice-strengthened hull that allows the ship to navigate safely through icy waters that are not accessible to conventional cruise vessels.

This small expedition ship has advanced communications and navigation equipment, and two new Rolls Royce motors, not to mention excellent stabilizers. The Adventurer has a contemporary look after its refurbishment, with all new furniture and carpeting, as well as six new cabins.  It has two bars, a lounge, library, gym, sauna, gift shop and beauty salon.

Technical Specs

  • Passengers: 132
  • Staff & Crew: 72
  • Length: 100.58 m
  • Breadth: 16.31 m
  • Draft: 4.72 m
  • Propulsion: Rolls Royce Diesel Twin Engines, 6 cylinder, 5400 horsepower
  • Ice Class: A-1
  • Cruising Speed: 12 knots in open water

Cabins & Amenities

  • 65 outside cabins, all featuring private facilities, individual temperature controls, and in-room music.
  • Decks 4 and 5 provide exterior access, with outside seating.
  • Window-lined dining room on Deck 4 with unreserved seating: buffet-style breakfast or table service; table-service or buffet lunch, and table-service dinner. Main course choices from changing daily menu; cakes served in mid-afternoon.
  • Lounge/Presentation Room that accommodates all guests.
  • 2 bars.
  • Library stocked with nautical books and board games.
  • Gift shop.
  • 24 hour beverage station
  • Ship-to-shore communications via satellite, with email, and wireless, Internet access.
  • Clinic with licensed doctor.
  • Exercise room with elliptical trainer, hand weights, bike and floor mats.
  • Massage therapist.

Please note: there is no passenger elevator between decks.

Notes

  • Cruise Price does not include international airfare. Port charges are included. All cabins have two lower beds and private shower and toilet. Rates are per person based on double occupancy.
  • Single cabin prices are 1.7 times the cost of the appropriate twin-share prices listed above except for superior and above which are 2X the price listed above. All cabins are smoke-free.
  • Smoking is only permitted in designated areas only, as outlines by the Expedition Leader at the Initial Briefing.
  • Rates include mandatory emergency evacuation insurance for all passengers to a maximum of $100.000,00 per person.
  • Adventure options: Kayaking $950, Camping $225, Snowshoe is included. Adventure options must be pre-booked and paid for prior to start of the trip. Space is subject to availability. Some activities require experience.
  • All trips subject to possible fuel surcharge.

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