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SUSTAINABILITY Here at Vivawe are committed to caring for our environment, for now and for future generations. While we encourage travellers to set sail for Antarctica, we do this in the hope that you will see, love it, SAVE IT! By experiencing the true wonder & beauty of the frozen continent you hopefully become an Antarctic Ambassador with passion to help protect this magnificent place. We strive to operate with consideration and responsibility at all times. This means being environmentally accountable, using only recycled or recyclable paper and minimising printing, with the ultimate goal of becoming a paperless organisation. As well we are a big supporter of the Mawsons Hut Foundation who work hard to protect Antarctica’s unique heritage. We also strive to ensure all Cruise operators we work with share our common goals andwe strive toworkwithoperatorswhoaremembers of the Association of Arctic Expedition Cruise Operators (AECO). The aim of this association is to ensure that travel to the Arctic and Antarctica is safe andminimizes impact on the environment andwildlife. EXTENSIVERANGE&UNBIASEDEXPERTISE We offer an extensive product range with over 25 world class Antarctic cruise vessels on offer, and over 130 different itineraries for you to choose from. What’s most important is that our teamof Antarctica travel specialistswill workwith
EXPERTKNOWLEDGE Most of our staff have travelled to Antarctica and the Arctic, some many times, and are well versed in consulting on the cruise and activity to suit you best, as well as the various regions including the Falkland Islands, South Georgia and other sub-Antarctic islands. If you are passionate about the exploration history, we know exactly which cruises visit historic points such as Shackleton’s grave, Elephant Island or theNorthPolewhereonlyavery fewtravellers venture too. MADPROJECT The ‘Make A Difference’ Project is a registered, not-for-profit organisation that was set up with facilitation in mind, a place wherethosewhowanttohelpmakeadifferencetochallenged communities, theenvironmentandhistoricalpreservationcan come and find reliable ways to contribute. All of our projects have been thoroughly researched for their ethical and moral outcomes. TheMAD Project is supported by Viva Expeditions so that the project itself has no overheads, every donation made is passed onto the projects it supports, in full. Formore informationvisit www.madproject.org.
ONTHEGROUND INSOUTHAMERICA A majority of Antarctica cruises depart from the bottom tip of South America, whether in Argentina (Ushuaia) or in Punta Arenas (Chile). Wecanhelpyouwithall of your arrangements bothbeforeandafter your cruise. Weknowthebest destinationsand travel routesandour staff have all lived or travelled extensively within this continent. We have our own operations in Peru, Argentina, Chile and Brazil, directly employing local guides and local support staff. This waywe ensure that our quality standard is always carried out. Italsoallowsustocutoutnumerousmiddlemenandkeepour prices low.Weareconstantlysourcingnewproperties, routes, experiences, and new ways to visit locations, to make every journeymemorable. .
you to ensure your trip to the frozen continent meets and exceeds all of your expectations. We offer a range of cruise options ranging fromour shortest trips such as Antarctic Fly/ Cruiseoptions, toour longest expeditions such as the 34-day Spectacular Ross Sea voyage. On a Polar cruise you can also choose from additional activities that include taking a polar plunge, campingontheAntarctic ice, kayaking, hikingandeven paddle-boarding. We knowexactlywhat each ship offers and can tailor your experience tosuit your travel style. We know it can be hard to choose. But share with us your ideas about how you like to travel, and we’ll piece it together using our first-hand knowledge, offering you advice and working with you every step of the way. We can guide you on thebest timesand regions toseevariouswildlifeandcanalso guide you in terms of the onboard experience you expect. Whether it’s aboard a luxury ship or a traditional expedition- style cruise, with us, your itinerary is as you want it to be - we workaroundyou.
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