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EXPEDITION CRUISING

$
From 38,065 *^ per person twin share
22 DAYS | USHUAIA TO USHUAIA TO
PUNTA ARENAS
TRAVEL TYPE: Expedition Cruising
DEPARTS: 2021: Mar 10
HIGHLIGHTS
• Witness King penguins in South Georgia mating,
moulting or sitting on their eggs
• Walk along beaches lined with Elephant seals and
Balcony Stateroom B Antarctic Fur seals
SOUTH GEORGIA & ANTARCTIC ODYSSEY • In Falklands/Malvinas visit historic Stanley town,
a British outpost, as well as wildlife-rich
– AURORA EXPEDITIONS 22 DAYS Sealion Island
Combine the best of the Antarctic Peninsula and South Days 9-10: Cruising (2B2L2D) En route for South Georgia, INCLUDES
Georgia on one incredible voyage. Antarctica offers head across the Scotia Sea, following the route that • 1 night hotel accommodation in Ushuaia
spectacular frozen landscapes, feeding whales and Shackleton and five of his men took in order to find help
unsurpassed adventure activities. Cross the majestic for the rest of their crew. • 1 night hotel accommodation in Punta Arenas
Scotia Sea to South Georgia and visit the world’s largest Days 11-15: South Georgia (5B5L5D) Spend the next five • 19 nights onboard accommodation
King penguin colonies and beaches filled with Fur seal days cruising the islands of South Georgia, including • Economy class flight from Puerto Williams
pups and Elephant seals. Grytviken, St Andrews Bay, Godthul, Salisbury Plains to Punta Arenas
Day 1: Ushuaia Arrive in Ushuaia and make your own and the Bay of Isles. • Meals as specified
way to the hotel. Days 16-18: Cruising (3B3L3D) Today, the cruise arrives • House beer, wine and soft drinks with dinner
Day 2: Ushuaia (BD) Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Ushuaia. into the Falklands/Malvinas. The lecture program • Unlimited onboard tea and coffee
The excursion ends with a visit to the Old Prison will continue and highlight all of the amazing sights • Half day city tour in Ushuaia
Museum before transferring to the pier for embarkation witnessed over the past few days. • Shore excursions, guided walks and Zodiac cruises
at approximately 4.00pm. This evening, get to know Day 19: Falklands/Malvinas (BLD) Your time in the • Complimentary 3-in-1 polar jacket
your fellow expeditioners and friendly expedition team Falkland/Malvinas includes a short walk in historic • Educational lectures and guiding services from
and crew at a welcome dinner to celebrate the start of a Stanley town, and Sea Lion Island located in East the expedition team
thrilling adventure to Antarctica. Falkland’s south, to gain an insight into the unique • Personalised photo book post cruise
Day 3: Cruising (BLD) Commence the Drake Passage experience of Sea Lion Island Nature Reserve. Discover • Transfer from pier to Puerto Williams Airport
crossing and prepare for the first landing. Begin how the raw beauty and solitude of the island makes it
the lecture program to help you learn more about a haven for wildlife and visitors alike. ^Price valid 10 Mar 21 based on a Balcony Stateroom
Antarctica’s history, wildlife and environment. Day 20: Cruising (BLD) Today, head back towards Category B. All itineraries are subject to local weather
conditions and are at the discretion of the cruise line.
The wildlife experiences begin while enjoying watching southern Chile. Other cruises also available.
and photographing the many seabirds, including majestic Day 21: Punta Arenas (B) During the early morning, arrive
albatrosses and giant petrels following in the ship’s wake. in Puerto Williams. Transfer to the airport for the flight to
Day 4: Cruising (BLD) The cruise nears the tip of the South Punta Arenas and transfer to the hotel.
Shetland Islands and weather permitting, the crew may Day 22: Punta Arenas (B) Make your own way to the
attempt the first landing in Antarctica by late afternoon. airport for your departure flight. Punta Arenas 1 Falkland/Malvina Islands
Days 5-7: Antarctic Peninsula (3B3L3D) Over the next three CHILE ARGENTINA
days a host of choices are available and depending on (B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner) 1 Ushuaia
ice and weather conditions. The experienced expedition Vessel Features: Puerto Williams South Georgia
team will use their expertise to design a voyage from • Library and multi-media room DRAKE
day to day. There are many exciting places to choose • Lecture theatre • Ship shop PASSAGE SCOTIA
SEA
to visit, including Paradise Harbour, Hydrurga Rocks,
Half Moon Island, Half Moon Island, Port Lockroy, Neko • Zodiac launching platforms • Medical centre WEDDELL
Harbour and Robert Point. • Custom-built hydraulic viewing platforms • Mudroom South Shetland King George SEA
Day 8: Elephant Island (BLD) Today, if weather permits, • Restaurant • Bar • Gym • Library • Observation lounge Islands Island START/FINISH
set course for Elephant Island, a half-submerged • Sauna • Sundeck • Plunge pool/spa OVERNIGHT
mountain cloaked with an ice sheet at the outer limits Optional Activities (extra charge): CRUISE
of the South Shetlands. ANTARCTIC CRUISE ZONE
• Sea Kayaking • Snorkelling PENINSULA
FLIGHT
* Prices are a guide only, subject to change and availability and are in New Zealand Dollars. Prices for cruises are per person twin share, unless otherwise specified. For full terms and conditions including pricing and conditions, refer
to the Booking Conditions at the back of this brochure. 17