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Antarctica, South Georgia, and the Falklands
24 DAYS FROM $27,200
• Cruise alongside the exquisite icebergs of Antarctica in a Zodiac. • Join naturalists for walks among the king penguins and elephant seals of South Georgia. • Explore the pioneer outpost of Stanley in the Falklands.
Expedition Cruise Light or Moderate
DAYS 1–2 I U.S./BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA OR SANTIAGO, CHILE Fly overnight and enjoy a tour of Buenos Aires (National Geographic Explorer and National Geographic Endurance) or Santiago (National Geographic Resolution). Alvear Art Hotel or Alvear Icon Hotel (Buenos Aires) or Mandarin Oriental (Santiago) I Meals: 1L DAYS 3–10 I USHUAIA, ARGENTINA/ AT SEA/ANTARCTICA Take a charter flight to Ushuaia. Enjoy a catamaran cruise along the Beagle Channel before embarking the ship and sailing to Antarctica. Our itinerary in Antarctica is flexible, with daily opportunities to hike, kayak, and experience close encounters with icebergs and wildlife. Our experts offer insight into animal behaviors and Antarctica’s extraordinary geology. National Geographic Explorer, National Geographic Endurance, or National Geographic Resolution for the entire voyage Meals: 8B, 8L, 8D
DAYS 11–22 I AT SEA/SOUTH GEORGIA/ FALKLAND ISLANDS/AT SEA Visit Sir Ernest Shackleton’s final resting place on South Georgia Island, and encounter a vast colony of king penguins. Then cross the South Atlantic to the Falkland Islands. Hike and kayak along rocky coasts, spotting Magellanic penguins, albatrosses, and more. In the colonial town of Stanley, visit the cathedral and the Falkland Islands Museum. Meals: 12B, 12L, 12D
DAYS 23–24 I USHUAIA, ARGENTINA/ BUENOS AIRES OR SANTIAGO, CHILE/U.S. Disembark in Ushuaia and fly home via Buenos Aires (National Geographic Explorer and National Geographic Endurance) or Santiago (National Geographic Resolution). Meals: 1B, 1L
An Expedition Leader, a photo instructor, and a team of naturalists will accompany this trip.
Jasper Doest Photographer Dutch photographer Jasper Doest specializes in conservation and wildlife, and has presented at the United Nations Climate Change Conference and The Royal Geographical Society. A Senior Fellow of the International League of Conservation Photographers, Jasper has been published in National Geographic and Smithsonian magazines. Find the departure(s) Jasper will join on our website.
INFORMATION
This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions. Dates: This expedition is offered in January, February, October, and November. Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. Internal flights are an additional cost. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only and is subject to change at any time without notice.