South Georgia & Antarctic Odyssey featuring the South Sandwich Islands

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South Georgia & Antarctic Odyssey featuring the South Sandwich Islands
Embark on this extraordinary journey, where you'll not only discover the renowned white continent and spend two days exploring the Falklands~Malvinas, and encounter the wildlife sanctuary of South Georgia, but you'll also navigate to the South Sandwich Islands. Positioned 740 kilometers (460 miles) southeast of South Georgia, these rarely-visited volcanic islands provide a wild and remote adventure that simply reaching them is an expedition in itself.

Day by day

Day 1 : Ushuaia

Upon arrival in Ushuaia, you'll be greeted and transferred with fellow expeditioners to your designated pre-voyage hotel. If already in Ushuaia, proceed to your hotel with check-in available from 3.00 pm. Visit the hospitality desk at Las Hayas Ushuaia Resort, Luis Fernando Martial 1650, between 8.00 am and 12.00 pm or 3.00 pm and 7.00 pm to collect luggage tags and confirm participation in the Beagle Channel and Isla de Los Lobos Cruise (sea lion island) tomorrow. Expeditioners arriving after 7.00 pm will find a welcome pack at check-in and should visit the hospitality desk the next day between 8.00 am – 10.00 am. The rest of the day is free, with meals at your own expense. Assigned accommodation: Las Hayas Ushuaia Resort or Los Acebos Ushuaia Hotel.

Day 2 : Embarkation

This morning, after breakfast and check-out, make sure your cabin luggage has clear cabin tags with your name and cabin number. Take it to the hotel reception, where it will be stored and directly transferred to the port for clearance, ready to be placed in your cabin upon your arrival onboard. Keep any valuables with you throughout the day.

You have the morning at leisure to explore Ushuaia. For those interested in the afternoon catamaran cruise, meet at the hotel lobby at 12.45 pm for a transfer to the port at 1.00 pm. Onboard the catamaran, sail through the Beagle Channel towards the iconic Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse. The cruise includes a slow passage through the Bridges Archipelago to observe colonies of sea lions, imperial cormorants, and various bird species. Alternatively, if you prefer a leisurely day, meet at the hotel lobby at 3.45 pm for a transfer to the pier for embarkation.

Once onboard the ship, take time to settle into your cabin before attending important mandatory briefings. As the ship departs from port, gather on the deck to enjoy breathtaking views of Ushuaia and Tierra del Fuego, marking the beginning of the Antarctic adventure.

In the evening, get acquainted with fellow expeditioners, the friendly expedition team, and crew at a welcome dinner, celebrating the start of an exciting Antarctic journey.

Brown Bluff | Antarctic Peninsula | Zodiac landing
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Carcass Island | Falkland | Penguins
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Highlights

Witness the incredible wildlife and listen to captivating stories of South Georgia's intriguing history.
Explore the Falklands~Malvinas for two days, delving into its rich history and diverse birdlife.
Join the exclusive group of explorers to reach the seldom-visited South Sandwich Islands.
Experience Zodiac excursions in serene bays and tranquil coves, surrounded by brash ice, capturing images of massive glaciers and uniquely shaped icebergs in various mesmerizing shades of blue.

Activities

Sea Kayaking
Sea Kayaking
Under full instruction from your sea kayaking guide, experience true tranquillity as you paddle through clinking ice floes and realise the enormity of the surrounding scenery. Look out for breaching whales, lounging seals and penguins zipping alongside your kayak. Some experience is required.
Ice Camping
Ice Camping
Camp out on the ice and experience the silence which blankets the continent by night. This is your chance to completely connect with this ethereal ice world – wrap up warm and embrace the Antarctic elements.
Snowshoeing
Snowshoeing
Get a spring in your step when you slip on a pair of snowshoes in Antarctica. Enabling you to easily scale gentle slopes, this unique activity allows you to access hard to reach places and seek out the most impressive views.
Photography
Photography
Learn to capture wildlife and landscape shots in a small group photography program, including critiquing sessions and editing classes. Plus, Explorer Boat excursions with a dedicated photography expert on landings.
Explorer Boats
Explorer Boats
Achieve the best views and photographs from a forward facing Explorer Boats. They allow you to sit comfortably and securely while crackling through the ice-strewn waters. Look out for wildlife such as penguins, seals and whales as you cruise.
Yoga
Yoga
It doesn’t get more serene than complimentary yoga classes to the tune of glacial scenery. Join the most unique exercise setting in the world after a day of exploration. Classes are regular but are dependent on weather conditions and swell.
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