The perfect introduction to Antarctica, this voyage offers plenty of activities allowing you to explore the unique flora and fauna of the Antarctic Peninsula, both above and below the water.
The vessel is used as a base camp from which you can enjoy all the activities on offer, most of which are included free of charge in your adventure. One or two trips each year are designated as polar diving trips and welcome appropriately trained divers for a supplement. Please enquire for more details.
Highlights of the trip are numerous and included the magical scenery and the unique flora and fauna of the Antarctic Peninsula. Visitors are easily overcome by sensory overload by wildlife encounters and the size and appearance of the landscape.
Programs may vary depending on local ice and weather conditions, the availability of landing sites and opportunities to see wildlife. The final itinerary will be determined by the Expedition Leader on board.
There are other trips available throughout the season. Contact us for further details.
Over the next two days you’ll make your way to the white continent by crossing the Drake Passage.
The crossing will take you to the Antarctic Convergence where there is a distinct drop in temperature as the vessel enters the waters of the Antarctic Ocean. Along the way, you will start to witness icebergs and an array of seabirds, and possibly several whale species some of which are known on occasion to fully breach from the sea.
Sailing directly to 'High Antarctica' passing the Melchoir islands and the Schollaert Channel, the ship will moor in the Newmayer Channel acting as the basecamp for the multiple activities on offer for the next couple of nights. The protected waters around Wienche Island are the focus for these and include exploring on foot, by Zodiac, kayak and on selected trips, underwater.
Weather and time permitting you will continue through the Lemaire Channel keeping an eye out for the spectacular wildlife including penguins and whales. From Neko Harbour you'll have the opportunity to step foot on the Antarctic continent enjoying panoramic views of the magnificent glacial landscape. Your last night will either be spent here or near Paradise Bay at a local camp.
Please note: Guide price excludes flights and arrangements either side of the sailing, this can be arranged for you on request, please contact us for more information. This trip is for experienced dry suit divers only, you must have at least 30 logged dives in a dry suit and have all of your own equipment.
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