Weddell Sea – Basecamp
The most active journey to Antarctica with a small expedition ship.
Duration
13 Day
Number
Starts from
Ushuaia
Price
from 10.167 €
1. Highlights of the Route
- Best adventure trip for all those who want to try as many activities as possible in nature in Antarctica.
- Start and end of the journey in Ushuaia in the south of Argentina.
- Expedition ship built for polar voyages with polar class PC6 and 4-star comfort.
Your Trip at a Glance
On your expedition journey along the Antarctic Peninsula, you have diverse opportunities to actively explore and enjoy Antarctica. The trip offers you an extensive program that includes hiking, snowshoeing, kayaking, mountaineering, and even camping under the star-studded polar sky.
Arrival Package:
We would be happy to plan an individual pre-program for you or your arrival and departure with international flights.
Post Itinerary Package:
Upon request, we would be happy to plan an individual follow-up program for you in Patagonia or another nearby destination.
2. The Itinerary
Day 1: Ushuaia
Your journey begins in Ushuaia.
Day 2 to Day 3: Drake Passage
Crossing the Drake Passage.
Day 4 to Day 10: Antarctica
On your expedition, you navigate through a landscape of snow-covered peaks and icy formations, rich in diverse fauna and flora. You start at the Melchior Islands and continue your journey through the Schollaert Channel before undertaking a series of activities around Wiencke Island in the Neumayer Channel. You visit places like Port Lockroy, Pleneau and Petermann Islands, Neko Harbour, and Paradise Bay, where you have opportunities for kayaking, hiking, mountaineering, wildlife watching, and even camping. In the Errera Channel and on the Melchior Islands at the end of your trip, further adventures and whale watching opportunities await. The exact return is determined by the conditions in the Drake Passage.
Day 11 to Day 12: Drake Passage
Crossing the Drake Passage.
Day 13: Ushuaia
Arrival in Ushuaia.
- Departure From: Ushuaia
- End Point: Ushuaia
3. Services Included
Included
- Antarctica cruise in the booked cabin category.
- Group transfer on disembarkation day from the port to Ushuaia airport (immediately after disembarkation).
- All shore excursions and activities throughout the entire journey including Zodiac excursions.
- Scientific lectures and entertainment on board.
- All meals including snacks, coffee and tea throughout the entire journey on board the ship.
- Free loan of rubber boots.
- Comprehensive information material before and after the trip.
- Free snowshoeing, kayaking, camping, photography workshops, mountaineering.
Excluded
- International flights: We can book a suitable flight for you at an additional cost.
- Land arrangements before and after the cruise (e.g., hotel accommodation on land).
- Customary tips for staff at the end of the trip.
- Personal expenses, for example in the on-board shop.
- Internet on board.
- Drinks at the bar.
- Massages and similar services.
- Personal travel 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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