Explore More: Optional Extensions

IGUAZÚ FALLS

Taller than Niagara, Iguazú Falls’ monumental Devil’s Throat thunders 350 feet down into a river canyon—an incredible display of power. Get close on catwalks to experience the raw force and noise of the cascades. Stay at the only hotel within Iguazú National Park, a rainforest teeming with unique flora and fauna. PRE- OR POST-VOYAGE EXTENSION – 4 DAYS/3 NIGHTS/FROM $3,170* ITINERARY AT A GLANCE

Day 1 Disembark in Ushuaia, Argentina/Fly to Buenos Aires Overnight Day 2 Iguazú Falls: Lower/Upper Circuit & Nautical Adventure Day 3 Iguazú National Park: Birdwatching & Viewing the Falls Day 4 Iguazú/Fly to Buenos Aires Add it after Antarctica & Patagonia aboard National Geographic Explorer; after Antarctica and Antarctica, South Georgia & the Falklands aboard National Geographic Explorer and National Geographic Endurance; after Wild Coasts of Argentina, South Georgia & the Falklands; or before or after select Epic Antarctica voyages. Visit expeditions.com/antarcticaext

EASTER ISLAND

Take advantage of proximity to one of the most remote and mysterious places on Earth—Easter Island. Home to more than 600 giant moai, or stone statues, carved by the ancient Rapa Nui, this tiny island is almost 1,200 miles from its nearest island neighbor. Learn from key archaeologists about the ancient Rapa Nui culture that grew up in isolation. POST-VOYAGE EXTENSION – 5 DAYS/4 NIGHTS/FROM $4,810*† ITINERARY AT A GLANCE

Day 1 Disembark in Ushuaia, Argentina/Fly to Santiago, Chile (via Buenos Aires)/Overnight Day 2 Santiago/Fly to Easter Island Days 3–4 Easter Island Day 5 Easter Island/Santiago Add it after Antarctica; Antarctica & Patagonia; Antarctica, South Georgia & the Falklands; South Georgia & the Falklands; Wild Coasts of Argentina, South Georgia & the Falklands; and on select Epic Antarctica voyages. Visit expeditions.com/antarcticaext

NEW ZEALAND: AUCKLAND & THE WILD WEST

Explore Auckland, a multi-cultural hub of food, wine, art, and culture. Visit the west coast’s volcanic black-sand beaches and the villages in the Waitakere Ranges. Sample the region’s grapes and olives, and meet local farmers and producers for a tour and to share a tasting or a meal. PRE- OR POST-VOYAGE EXTENSION – 3 DAYS/2 NIGHTS/FROM $2,760 ITINERARY AT A GLANCE

Day 1 Auckland, N.Z. Day 2 Auckland Environs: Meet the locals Day 3 Auckland Environs: The West Coast Add it before or after Epic Antarctica. Visit expeditions.com/ross-sea-ext

NEW ZEALAND: QUEENSTOWN & WINE COUNTRY

Staggering beauty and heart-pumping thrills await in the town of Queenstown. Renowned for adventure sports—it’s famously the home of bungy jumping— it’s also a base for exploring the region’s vineyards, historic mining towns, and spectacular Fjordland National Park. PRE- OR POST-VOYAGE EXTENSION – 4 DAYS/3 NIGHTS/ FROM $4,490 ITINERARY AT A GLANCE

Day 1 Queenstown, N.Z.: Bob’s Peak Day 2 West Coast/Milford/Queenstown Day 3 Arrowtown/Gibbston Valley Winery/TSS Earnslaw/ Queenstown Day 4 Queenstown/Dunedin Add it before or after Epic Antarctica. Visit expeditions.com/ross-sea-ext

*Note: All pricing is per person double occupancy. On all extensions, airfare is not included. For details, visit expeditions.com. †Note: Due to airline schedules, on select departures the Easter Island extension spends an additional night in Buenos Aires (National Geographic Explorer and National Geographic Endurance) or Santiago (National Geographic Resolution); additional cost applies.

LUXURY OF COMFORT IN A CAPITAL OF WILDNESS

OUR POLAR SHIPS, THE FINEST BASECAMPS AN EXPLORER

could want, allow us to freely roam. They are equipped with a fleet of Zodiacs and kayaks for up-close and personal explorations. The Bridge is welcoming, inviting you to spend time with the Captain and officers, watching the calm business of navigation unfold. Our expedition ships are also equipped for living well. The lounge, dining room, and other public spaces contribute to the esprit de corps that is a hallmark of our expeditions. A library serves those who want to learn more about the region or curl up with a best seller. The observation lounge is a fine spot to gather for a light meal or to watch petrels soar overhead as we sail. And a fully stocked bar is a place to relax or engage with fellow travelers. The wellness center, gym, sauna, and stretching sessions with our wellness specialist boost the tonic of wildness nature provides. And cosseting cabins, outfitted with our signature linens and feather duvets provide the perfect ending to active days.

“Before lunch, we offered the chance for a “Polar Plunge.” This was not really a swim, because those that did it pretty much jumped into the water and then got back out as fast as humanly possible. Amazingly, about 90 of our guests partook in this crazy activity.” — TOM RITCHIE, Naturalist,

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