Day 1: End of the world begins a journey
Your journey begins where the world ends: Ushuaia, Argentina, known as the southernmost city in the world. During the afternoon you will embark in this small city of Tierra del Fuego and sail the rest of the day through the impressive Beagle Channel flanked by mountains.
Days 2 - 3: The way of the polar explorers
During the next two days in the Drake Passage, you will live the experience of a polar explorer, touring the first mapped regions and enjoying fresh salty breezes and rough seas; it is possible that fin whales can be seen snorting marine spray.
When crossing the Antarctic Convergence, the temperature will drop and there is not only a change in the marine fauna but also in the avifauna. Wandering Albatross, Gray-headed Albatross, Black-browed Albatross, Light-mantled Albatross, Checkerboard Petrels, Storm Petrels, Blue Petrels, and Antarctic Petrels are some of the bird species that can be spotted.
Days 4 - 10: Entering Antarctica
First you will pass the snow-capped peaks of the Melchior Islands and the Schollaert Channel, sailing between the Brabant Islands and Antwerp. The unrivaled landscape: rocky gray peaks dotted with snow, whitish-blue cracked ice towers, and completely different fauna above and below.
Some of the sites you can visit include:
- Canal Neumayer: It is possible that the ship will be positioned here, starting the many activities of the base camp in the protected waters around Wiencke Island. You can enjoy the splendor of this alpine environment with the Zodiac or kayak trips, or if you are in the mood to walk, inland there are possible snowshoe walks or low difficulty mountaineering options. Naturally favorable weather conditions determine the possible activities.
- Port Lockroy: After navigating the Neumayer Canal, you may be able to visit the old British base of Port Lockroy, which today operates as a museum and post office. It is also possible to carry out activities in the neighboring Jougla Point, where you will find Gentoo penguins and blue-eyed cormorants. At nearby sites, such as Damoy Point, there may be the opportunity to snowshoe to the old ski slope, this is also one of the favorite camping sites.
- Pléneau and Petermann Islands: If ice conditions They allow it is possible to navigate the Lemaire Channel in search of Adélie penguins and blue-eyed cormorants. Kayaking, glacier hiking and more ambitious mountaineering are the potential activities on this site.
- Neko Harbor: An epic landscape of gigantic glaciers and endless snow, Neko Harbor offers opportunities for a Zodiac cruise and a landing that will allow you to see up close the surrounding alpine peaks.
< b> - Paradise Bay: Here you will have the opportunity to camp like a true polar explorer, enjoying a supreme adventure during the Antarctic night.
- Canal Errera: Possible landing sites in this area include Danco and Cuverville Islands.
Conditions in the Drake Passage will determine the exact time of departure.
Days 11 - 12: Known Seas, Known Friends
The return journey is far from lonely. During the crossing of the Drake he is once again greeted by the seabirds that accompanied him during the journey south. But this time they will be more familiar to you, and you to them.
Day 13: Round Trip
Every adventure, no matter how great, must eventually come to an end. It is time to disembark in Ushuaia, but with memories to accompany you wherever your next adventure may be.