Antarctica Classic

Enjoy the sights and sounds of the world's most southerly city.With a population of over 63,000 people, Ushuaia has grown over the past few years, yet has retained an easy going, accessible feel, with dramatic mountain surroundings it is a spectacular departure point for your Antarctic cruise. Prior to your trip, you can spend some time in the nearby Tierra del Fuego National Park, enjoy some Argentinean wines and barbeques in the city or visit the many boutique shops and cafes while preparing for your upcoming adventure. Overnight in hotel

Embarkation on the begins in the afternoon at the port in Ushuaia. We enjoy the evening sailing through the Beagle Channel.

Our adventure begins with the crossing of this famous stretch of water named after the 16th-century English explorer, Sir Francis Drake. Take in daily lectures from your expedition team and keep an eye out for your first sightings of icebergs, whales and albatross following in the ship's wake.

We have lots of time to explore the world’s most southerly ecosystem and encounter the unique wildlife and awe-inspiring scenery of the Antarctic. Our goal is to get you ashore or on Zodiac cruises twice per day to encounter penguin rookeries, get a good look at the variety of seal species, and keep an eye out for the whales that feed in the peninsula's cold, fertile waters. During the voyage, you'll learn about some of the most important and dramatic expeditions to this remote corner of the world. Take an optional polar plunge, visit an abandoned whaling station or a working scientific research station and gain a new perspective on this part of world.

Today we begin our journey north to our home port of Ushuaia. Review the highlights of our Antarctic experience with our lecturers and staff. Keep our eyes open on the observation deck for some final whale sightings.

Disembark in the morning.