The Emperor Penguins of Weddell Sea
Sea voyage to the emperor penguins in the Weddell Sea, one of the rarest animal encounters in the world.
Duration
12 Day
Number
Starts from
Ushuaia
Price
from 31.344 €
1. Highlights of the Route
- You travel to the northernmost emperor penguin breeding colony in the Weddell Sea.
- Your journey begins and ends in Ushuaia in the south of Argentina.
- You travel to Antarctica aboard the most powerful passenger polar icebreaker with ice class PC2 and 5-star comfort.
Your Trip at a Glance
On your expedition voyage in the Weddell Sea with Le Commandant Charcot, you will experience impressive ice sceneries, discover rare emperor penguins, and follow in the footsteps of great polar explorers. This unique journey offers fascinating natural wonders and unforgettable encounters in a world of overwhelming attraction.
Arrival Package:
On the day before embarkation – Santiago:
– Transfer from the airport to the hotel selected by PONANT.
– Reception and welcome by our local representative at the hotel. Check-in from late morning.
– Lunch.
– Dinner.
– Overnight stay at the hotel.
On the day of embarkation:
– Breakfast
– Airport transfer
– Flight Santiago / Ushuaia
– Transfer to the ship.
Post Itinerary Package:
Disembarkation day – Ushuaia/Santiago
– Welcome at the port (English-speaking assistance).
– Airport transfer for check-in of the PONANT-selected Ushuaia/Santiago flight in Economy Class.
2. The Itinerary
1st Day: Ushuaia
Arrival in Ushuaia.
2nd Day to 3rd Day: Journey through the Drake Passage
Journey through the Drake Passage.
4th Day: At sea, north of the Antarctic Peninsula.
During this stage in the north of the Antarctic Peninsula, you cross a world of spectacular blue and white hues, surrounded by extraordinary fauna.
5th Day to 10th Day: Weddell Sea.
You experience the Weddell Sea as a place of inaccessibility, extremity, and fascination, characterized by dense pack ice. Navigation here is a challenge and a privilege at the same time. The goal is an encounter with emperor penguins, for example on Snow Hill Island.
11th Day to 12th Day: Journey through the Drake Passage.
Use the time in the Drake Passage to get to know the ship and expand your knowledge about Antarctica.
13th Day: Ushuaia
Disembarkation in Ushuaia and return flight to Buenos Aires.
- Departure From: Ushuaia
- End Point: Ushuaia
3. Services Included
Included
- Antarctic cruise in the booked cabin category.
- Flight in Economy Class from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia and back.
- Hotel accommodation before the expedition cruise in Buenos Aires with meals as specified in the program.
- Transfers from airport to hotel and from hotel to airport in Buenos Aires.
- Transfer from Ushuaia airport to the expedition ship and back to the airport.
- All Zodiac rides and landings in Antarctica.
- English/French-speaking expedition team and scientific lectures.
- Full board on board from dinner on the day of arrival to breakfast on the day of departure. Coffee and cake in the afternoon.
- Drinks with meals.
- Evening events, entertainment program and lectures.
- Captain's Welcome Cocktail + Gala Dinner.
- 24-hour cabin service (with selected dishes).
- Expedition parka as a gift, handed over on board.
- Free rubber boots for loan.
- One Antarctica travel guide per cabin.
- Luggage handling to and from the ship.
- Taxes and port fees.
- Port taxes.
Excluded
- International flights: We can book a suitable flight for you at an additional cost.
- Optional: Visit to Tierra del Fuego National Park in Ushuaia at an additional cost before departure.
- Customary tips for staff at the end of the trip.
- Personal expenses, for example in the on-board shop.
- Optional shore excursions.
- Personal travel insurance.
- Cancellation insurance.
4. Travel Dates and Prices
Please contact us directly for the current daily prices of the trips and the prices for single occupancy or special cabins. Our polar experts will answer all your questions about the itinerary, the ship, and the cabins.
Appointments on request. Please contact us directly using the contact form.
Prices are per person, based on double occupancy per cabin or suite and subject to availability.
For solo travelers, cabins or suites may be available without a single supplement, subject to availability. Please contact us for details for solo travelers.
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