Best of Antarctica: In Depth

Upon arrival at Ushuaia Airport, proceed to the Arrivals Hall where the representative will be waiting for you, holding a sign displaying the name of your ship. If you're unable to locate the representative, please refer to the contact details provided in your final documentation.

Your first evening of the voyage will be spent in Ushuaia, a charming town known as the southernmost city in the world and the capital of Tierra del Fuego.

The following day is yours to enjoy at your leisure. You can explore the town, perhaps making some final purchases at the numerous shops and artisan markets, or simply relax at a café. Avenida San Martin serves as the main street, and there are several excellent museums to visit. Alternatively, you may opt to wander through the streets, taking in the town's striking backdrop, with views of the mountains to the north and the Beagle Channel to the south.

This morning is yours to explore Ushuaia, allowing you the opportunity to wander through the charming streets of this port town or venture into Tierra del Fuego National Park.

In the late afternoon, transfer to the Ushuaia pier for embarkation. Upon arrival on the Ocean Endeavour, you will be greeted by the Expedition Team and the Ship’s Officers.

Tonight, we begin the journey by sailing through the Beagle Channel, named after the British ship HMS Beagle. This renowned channel cuts through the Tierra del Fuego archipelago in the southernmost region of South America, teeming with wildlife. Keep a lookout from the deck for Magellanic penguins, rock cormorants, petrels, and black-browed albatrosses, as well as sea lion colonies.

Enjoy your inaugural experience of life at sea with a welcome dinner, filled with anticipation as the next destination is Antarctica—the White Continent.