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La Grande Boucle Australe: Malvinas Islands, South Georgia, Antarctica Peninsula – Exploris One, Jan 26

Itinerary Map

Trip Summary

Dates:

Jan 23, 2026 -

Feb 9, 2026

Duration:

18 Days

Ship:

Exploris One

Adventure
options:

Kayaking

Photography

French speaking voyage – Proficient Level of French required. *PRICES SHOWN IN EUROS*

Starting at: $ 16,320.00

Premium Cabin

$16.320

On deck 3 14-15 m² 2 portholes Two twin beds or one queen-size bed Sitting area with desk

Superior Cabin

$17.255

On deck 4 front ship

Ocean Stateroom

$17.920

On Deck 3 18 m² Window - porthole (80cm x 80cm) Two separate beds or one queen size bed Lounge area with desk

Deluxe Stateroom

$19.480

On Deck 4 18 m² Large window - porthole (120cm x 110cm) Two separate beds or one queen size bed Lounge area with desk

Balcony Stateroom

$21.800

On deck 5 From 19 to 20 m², including a 1.5 m² French-style balcony Sliding panoramic bay window Two separate beds or one queen size bed Lounge area with desk

About the Antarctic Peninsula, South Georgia & Falklands/Malvinas itinerary

Explore the world’s seventh continent on the Antarctic Peninsula by ship, Zodiac and on foot. Learn about Antarctica’s unique geology, history and wildlife with an expert team of lecturers. See the incredible wildlife of South Georgia, often referred to as ‘the Galapagos of the South’. This includes more than 30 species of breeding birds, including four species of Penguin. Follow in the footsteps of Sir Ernest Shackleton’s perilous voyages on South Georgia and pause for a moment at his graveside. Explore the quaint, British town of Port Stanley in the Islas Malvinas. On board lecturers and educational presentations from Polar Specialists.

Your gateway for this expedition is Ushuaia, Argentina. Nestled within the Tierra del Fuego archipelago, Ushuaia offers you a small-town feel but has many shops, museums, cafes and restaurants to enjoy before your voyage. The nearby national park and Martial Glacier are must-sees and offer plenty of hiking and outdoor activities.

As you embark, the anticipation and excitement grows. Trade your land legs for sea legs, meet and greet your fellow travelers, Expedition Team and get acquainted with your ship. As every Antarctic adventure presents new opportunities and experiences, Embarkation day is just as exciting for your Expedition Team as it is for you. They’re onboard to ensure your comfort and safety, as well as help make your wildlife dreams come true.

There are many activities to keep you engaged while at sea. Learn to identify seabirds that glide alongside the ship or attend illustrated presentations by your Expedition Team. You will be prepped on procedures for your Zodiac cruises and shore landings as well as be given important biodiversity information for protecting the remote places.

Upon arrival in this archipelago your cameras will get their first real workout capturing the abundant wildlife and rugged feel of these remote islands. The Islas Malvinas archipelago contains two main islands – East and West, which you will explore by Zodiac excursions and daily landings. One landing that will surely stick out in your memory is at Port Stanley. This unique British outpost has a ramshackle charm to it. The largest settlement in the Islas Malvinas, you’ll spend your day here visiting churches, museums, wandering around town and perhaps mingling with locals at a typical British pub. In terms of wildlife, the archipelago is home to a variety of penguin species, including Magellanic, Gentoo and Rockhopper. If lucky, you may spot King Penguins here as well! Also expect to see Black-browed Albatross and many other bird species around the islands, including an opportunity to see the two endemic species; Cobb’s Wren and the Islas Malvinas flightless steamer duck. Your team of lecturers and specialists will be sure to educate you on the local flora and fauna so that you get the most of a memorable time in the Islas Malvinas.

The lecture series and wildlife spotting will continue on the way to South Georgia as you prepare to visit the ‘Galapagos of the Polar regions.’

This remote outpost has long been a center for exploratory expeditions and commercial exploitation. Many of first European inhabitants arrived to the island to hunt whales and elephant seals. Populations were once decimated, but thankfully populations have rebounded largely because whaling and sealing in South Georgia no longer exist. You will see many remnants of these past activities; including several whaling stations and other abandoned outposts. One significant and historic site that will be of interest is the grave of the great explorer, Sir Ernest Shackleton. You can visit his grave at the settlement of Grytviken, which is also home to an old whaling station, the museum and a small gift shop and church and a research station of approximately 20 scientists and support personnel. While South Georgia’s history is an important attraction to the islands, it is the wildlife on South Georgia that you and your shipmates will likely find the most captivating. Often referred to as the Galapagos of the Poles, South Georgia contains an exceptional quantity of wildlife. Each landing you make on South Georgia will open your eyes to a new wonder of wildlife. One day you may see rookeries with thousands of King Penguins waddling on the beach. Another day could take you to a beach with jousting elephant or fur seal beachmasters fighting to retain their harems. The grasses, mountains and beaches of South Georgia all play an important role in the breeding and survival of different species, something that your Expedition Team will be pleased to tell you about during your excursions on this impressive and unique island.

Say goodbye to the king penguins, as your next destination is Antarctica! Your days at sea are filled with seminars from your Expedition Team, who will prepare you for the wildlife that will be greeting you upon your arrival in Antarctica. In between presentations, spend time chatting with your shipmates over a drink at the bar.

The most common reaction to arriving at 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. You will discover that Antarctica is a land of extremes. At one moment you’ll be overcome with a feeling of complete desolation and silence, at the next moment you’ll be inspired by nature as a calving glacier crashes into the brilliant blue sea or a penguin comes waddling by to inspect your footwear. 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, 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. As exciting as the Zodiac excursions and landings are, perhaps you’ll treat yourself to an extra special Antarctic experience by partaking in a kayaking excursion.

After more than two weeks of endless wildlife encounters, your journey home begins. Crossing the Drake Passage is your unofficial rite of passage, which will complete your Antarctic adventure. Enjoy some final moments mingling with your fellow travelers. The noisy, busy, populated world awaits your return, so savor the silence of the sea as long as you can.

After breakfast aboard the ship, it is time to part ways and say goodbye to your Expedition Team. A transfer to the airport for your homeward flight will be offered.

Welcome aboard the Exploris One

Exploris One expedition ship sailing in Antarctic waters with snowy mountains and cloudy skies in the background

**Fluent in French is mandatory.

Flying the French flag, Exploris One was specially designed to sail the most demanding waters of the world, in particular those of the polar regions. Equipped with a reinforced hull, she is the ideal ship for exploring glacial regions in a completely safe environment: in fact, she is regarded as a global benchmark in this field.

Thanks to her recent renovations (2018 & 2023), Exploris One perfectly combines adventure and an exceptional level of comfort, along with a personalized service of excellence which will make your expeditions unique.

She features 60 cabins and 12 suites, among the most spacious available on board expedition ships . Explorers will also be able to enjoy a fitness and well-being area, panoramic decks and lounges, as well as outdoor jacuzzis for a moment of relaxation with a view between two explorations.

**Fluent in French is mandatory.

Technical Specs

Exploris One deck plan showing ship layout with cabins, dining areas, fitness center, and expedition facilities

Cabins & Amenities

Exploris One offers all the equipment and amenities necessary for you to stay fit and to ensure your physical and mental wellbeing during your trip.
With a Fitness area, a Wellness area (sauna, hammam, hair salon, massage parlour), as well as 2 outside spas, you’ll be able to enjoy many different spaces dedicated to your well-being and your relaxation.

Throughout the cruise, in Le Grand Restaurant as in the Outdoor Grill, our French chefs will prepare you refined international cuisine with quality dishes, beautifully presented. A pleasure for the eyes, a treat for the taste buds. A cuisine based on first choice products by favoring local resources according to the regions visited.

Share your experience and make it more intense. On the other side of the world, you will experience magical moments with your fellow explorers in these comfortable spaces dedicated to relaxation. Meet in the Grand Salon, the ideal place to relax with a drink at the bar , or even on the bridge for warm moments of exchange and conviviality.

Throughout the ship, many areas were designed to place you closer to the scenery. Head to the Panoramic Deck and the Panoramic Salon, with its forward-facing view, or take a walk at any time along the outside decks to admire the exceptional spectacle that nature has to offer.

Whatever your destination, you will be accompanied by recognized experts, true specialists in their field: fauna, flora, geology, botany, ethnography, history, biology, glaciology, geopolitics… They will pass on their knowledge to you through thematic conferences. The conference room will be the scene of these entertaining and fascinating exchanges.