The Ultimate Antarctica Travel Guide by Viva Expeditions

“Our ship, theMVUshuaia had been designed as a research vessel for NOAA, andwas comfortable, clean, and intimate. Staffand guideswere knowledgeable, informative and passionate about their work. Foodwas great! We thoroughly enjoyed our travel experience and thank VIVA formaking it happen!” -Bob, Melanie and TimRoyer

“The noise resembles the roar of heavy, distant surf. Standing on the stirring ice one can imagine it is disturbed by the breathing and tossing of amighty giant below.” -Sir Ernest Shackleton

CRUISES TOTHE ANTARCTICCIRCLE

FALKLANDS, SOUTHGEORGIA& ANTARCTICPENINSULA

21 NIGHTS - 22DAYS

DEPARTS: NOV | DEC | JAN | FEB | MAR

13NIGHTS - 14DAYS

DEPARTS: DEC | JAN | FEB

PuertoMadryn

ATLANTICOCEAN

ARGENTINA

Extend your Antarctic voyage to thewildlife-rich Falkland Islands and SouthGeorgia.This region is teemingwithwildlife -more so than even Antarctica. Breathtaking scenery and soaring cliffs greet youwith hundreds of Antarctic fur seals and kingpenguins on hand. Be amazed by the fascinatinghuman history, fromthewar stories of the Falklands toSouthGeorgia’s epic tales of Antarctic exploration, to the history of the whaling stations, the relics of which can still be visited. Itinerary Day 1: Arrive inUshuaia. Embark your ship in the afternoon. Day2: Day at seawatchingout forwhales andbirds as you settle into ship life. Days 3-8: Make themost of abundant sunlight exploring theAntarctic Peninsula and its surrounding islands. Sail through the incomparable LemaireChannel andmake zodiac landings on the ‘WhiteContinent’. Days 9-10: Pass the legendary Elephant Island, an unforgettablepart of the Shackleton story, where the crewof Endurance finally landedonApril 24, 1916. As you follow inShackleton’swake, theon-boardexperts regale youwith his incredible story of survival. Days 11-15: ExploreSouthGeorgia Island and its spectacular coastline, renowned for its beauty and vast colonies of kingpenguins and the final restingplace for Sir Ernest Shackleton. Observe thousands of kingpenguins at St. Andrew’sBay. Days 16-17: At sea aswe headwest towards the Falkland Islands, watch forwhales fromthe ship’s bridge, attend talks by our experts andenjoy the amenities onboard. Day 18: See thephotogenic, tin-roofed, Victorian- style houses of Port Stanley. Visit theAnglicanCathedral with its archway of whalebones and the Falkland IslandsMuseum. Day 19-21: Continue explorationof the Falkland Islands, visiting the largest albatross colony in theworld. Day22: Disembark inUshuaia. This itinerary also operates in reverse as indicated by the purple arrows. The above itinerary is a guide only, our exact route and programwill vary to take best advantage of local weather and ice conditions.This itinerary can be done as an 18 -23 day itinerary. Inclusions Accommodation, all meals, zodiac excursions with expert expedition team, lectures and educational programs, English speaking tour guides, transfers. Accommodation: Cabin on ship. Transport: Ship. Difficulty Rating: Average fitness required. For more info: https://vivaexpeditions.com/tours/ antarctica

Very few travellers have ever been so far south.The Antarctic Circle is the point where for at least one full day of the year there is total sunshine or total darkness. By crossing the Antarctic Circle, youwill join an elite group of peoplewho have ventured into a region rarely visited. Itinerary Day 1: Arrive in Ushuaia. Transfer to hotel. Day 2: Step on board your ship. Evening sail through the Beagle Channel. Days 3-4: At sea. Aswe cross theDrake Passage, join thewildlife experts on deckwatching out for seabirds andwhales. Daily lectureswill also be offered. Days 5-6: Explore the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands. We aim tomake two landings per day to see theworld’smost uniquewildlife and scenery. Look out for curious seals and penguins. Days 7-8: At sea, we head south towards the Antarctic Circle, passing colossal icebergs and large penguin colonies. Day9: After crossing the Polar Circlewe head north through the ‘inside passage’ to continue our exploration of the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands. Days 10-11: Explore the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands. Enjoy encounterswith countless penguins and seals and close-up views of whales. Days 12-13: Days at sea crossing theDrake Passage, northbound. Join thewildlife experts on deck aswe search for seabirds andwhales. Day 14: Departure day. Disembarkation in Ushuaia. Cruises bound for the Antarctic Circle can be done as a 12, 13 and 14 day voyage.The above itinerary is a guide only, our exact route and program will vary to take best advantage of local weather and ice conditions. Inclusions Accommodation, all meals, zodiac excursionswith expert expedition team, lectures and educational programs, English speaking tour guides, transfers. Accommodation: Hotel in Ushuaia, cabin on ship. Transport: Ship. Difficulty Rating: Average fitness required. Formore info: https://vivaexpeditions.com/tours/antarctica Ships& ItineraryOptions: Choose from: Journey to the Circle on Ocean Endeavour, Polar Circle Quest, on the Ushuaia, Crossing the Circle or Epic Antarctica: Circle Falklands & South Georgia on the Ocean Adventurer, Ocean Diamond, Ultramarine Quest for the Antarctic Circle on MS Expedition, Crossing 66 South Latitude on Sea Spirit

ARGENTINA

Falkland Islands

Ushuaia

South Georgia

Ushuaia

South Georgia

South Shetland Islands

DRAKE PASSAGE

Antarctic Peninsula

WEDDELL SEA

ANTARCTICA

Choose from: Antarctica, South Georgia and Falklands on Ocean Endeavour, Antarctica Complete or Falklands, South Georgia and AntarcticaPeninsulaonGregMortimer or SylviaEarle, ExplorersandKings on the Ocean Adventurer Christmas and New Years in Southern Lands on L’Austral, Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica on Ortelius, Janssonius or Plancius, Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica Islands or Spirit of Shackleton on MS Expedition, Antarctic Wildlife Adventure on Sea Spirit, The Ultimate Expedition onMS Fram Ships& ItineraryOptions:

ADDA 21 DAY SOUTHAMERICACIRCLE

Add this highlights of South America tour pre/post your cruise. Days 1-5: Discover Buenos Aires, the tango and Iguazu Falls. Days 6-7: Unwind in Rio and explore Corcovado&Sugarloaf. Days 8-12: Enjoy a city tour of Lima and a full day tour to Uros & Taquile Islands on Lake Titicaca. Days 13-15: Enjoy Cusco, SacredValley andMachu Picchu Tours. Days 16-21: Explore the Peruvian Amazon and lovely Santiago.

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