Falklands, South Georgia Island & Antarctica
on the M/V Greg Mortimer or the M/V Sylvia Earle

21 days - 20 nights

Day 1 - Ushuaia

Reception at the airport in the city of Ushuaia and transfer to the hotel. This day you must remove the tags from your luggage at the hotel assigned by the shipping company and confirm if you wish to navigate the Beagle Channel and Los Lobos Island tomorrow. A representative of the shipping company will give details of the shipment.

Day 2 - Boarding and departure from the port of Ushuaia, after sailing through the Beagle Channel.

This morning, enjoy a pleasant breakfast at the hotel, then we will pick you up at the hotel at noon to go sailing on the Beagle Channel, visiting the Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse (as long as you have confirmed the day before in the lobby of the hotel). First check that your cabin luggage is properly labeled with your name and cabin number. Once checked, leave it at the hotel reception, so that it can be transferred to the corresponding cabin on the boat. Otherwise, enjoy the entire morning free in Ushuaia. In that case around 3:45pm they will pick you up from the hotel lobby to transfer you to the port dock to board. During the navigation through the Beagle Channel we will cross the Bridges Archipelago, we will slow down to observe colonies of sea lions and imperial cormorants sunbathing on the rocky outcrops, while seagulls, rock cormorants, skuas, petrels, albatrosses are often seen. and cauquenes.

Once you board in the afternoon on the M/V Greg Mortimer or the M/V Sylvia Earlee, your trip begins, we will meet on the deck to begin our adventure with spectacular views of Ushuaia and Tierra del Fuego. You will have time to settle into your cabin before our important briefings. Tonight, meet your expedition companions and crew at a welcome dinner to celebrate the start of an exciting Antarctic adventure. Breakfast and dinner included. Lunch is on your own.

Day 3 - At sea towards Falkland Islands

As we begin our journey across the South Atlantic Ocean towards Falkland Islands, we make the most of our time to get comfortable with the movements of the sea. Our expedition team prepares you for our first disembarkation with important wildlife guidelines, biosecurity procedures and begins our lecture program to help you learn more about the history, wildlife and environment of the region. Our wildlife experiences begin as we enjoy observing and photographing the numerous seabirds, including majestic albatrosses and giant petrels that follow the boat. They rise and fall skillfully, using the air currents created by the ship to gain momentum.

Day 4 - Falkland Islands

Falkland Islands are made up of two large islands (East Falkland and West Falkland), with more than 700 islands scattered off the coast. Except for seven islands, the rest of the islands are uninhabited, with windswept coasts, white sand beaches and crystal clear waters. These beautifully arid islands are true wildlife paradises and are home to an impressive diversity of birds, including the largest colony of black-browed albatrosses in the world. The cold, nutrient-rich waters surrounding the islands make this a prime place to observe marine life. There are many beautiful areas to explore in the Falkland Islands, each offering a unique perspective of this magnificent archipelago.

We generally make landings or excursions on Zodiac boats twice a day. We'll be able to visit albatross colonies, penguin colonies and maybe even have a traditional English "tea and scones" at a local cottage. If conditions permit, we plan to disembark in the historic town of Port Stanley, the capital of the Falkland Islands. This charming town has a distinctly British character, with terraced houses, pioneer cottages and even an iconic red telephone box. The colorful buildings are home to cozy cafes, English pubs, souvenir shops, a post office and the fascinating Dockyard Historical Museum, with exhibits on the Falkland Islands' maritime history, natural history and its links to Antarctica. If you have chosen an optional activity, you will have the option to do it whenever conditions allow and, of course, polar diving enthusiasts will have the opportunity to fully immerse themselves in polar waters, conditions permitting!

Day 5 to 6 - At Sea

Between Falkland Islands and South Georgia Island, you will be captivated by the incessant flight of the numerous seabirds that follow and surround the boat. Our onboard conference program will continue with presentations from our team of experts. You can also enjoy the ship's many facilities, borrow a book from our well-stocked library or perhaps get active in the gym.

Day 7 - At sea arriving at South Georgia Island

Sea and weather conditions will determine our arrival time in South Georgia today. As you approach the rugged island of South Georgia, think of Captain James Cook, who arrived here in 1775 and believed it was the northern tip of a great southern continent. In fact, it is a small island only 176 km (110 mi) long, but with a 3,000 m (9,842 ft) snow-capped mountain range, some of the largest congregations of wildlife in the world, and a truly human history. Fascinating, South Georgia is an island of incredible riches. As you approach, mountain peaks rise steeply, while seabirds are often seen gliding around the ship. We will sail down the coast contemplating the spectacular glacial landscape. If time and weather conditions permit, along the way we can pass near Shag Rocks, a fascinating group of irregular rocky islets jutting out of the sea, near South Georgia.

Day 8 to 12 - South Georgia Island

Over the next few days, marvel at the incredible scenes of South Georgia, such as the huge, bustling colonies of king penguins, sea lions fighting for space on the beach, stunning mountain landscapes, and discover the epic journey of Shackleton rescue. As you approach the rugged island of South Georgia, think of Captain James Cook, who arrived here in 1775 believing it to be the northern tip of a great southern continent. In fact, it is a small island only 176 km (110 mi) long, but with a 3,000 m (9,842 ft) snow-capped mountain range, some of the largest congregations of wildlife in the world, and a truly human history. Fascinating, South Georgia is an island of incredible riches.

On daily departures with the Zodiac boats, discover bays full of loud and playful sea lions and disembark on pebble beaches (beaches with pebbles - thick stones) to meet curious penguins. Challenge yourself with hiking and enjoy dazzling unspoiled landscapes seen by few. South Georgia is a place where you can truly feel like you have truly escaped your normal daily life. In addition to Zodiac boats and shore excursions, we can sail by boat through fjords with towering ancient stone cliffs or into deeply indented bays towards spectacular glacier fronts. This is a good time to find a comfortable spot in the viewing room to enjoy uninterrupted views of South Georgia's majestic coastline.

South Georgia is one of the most amazing natural environments in the world. Just a speck on the vastness of the South Atlantic Ocean, and lying entirely within the Antarctic Convergence, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands are a refuge for the life of some of the largest congregations of wildlife in the world. . The surrounding sea is one of the most productive areas on Earth, supporting the lives of millions of seals, whales, penguins and other seabirds. A mountain range forms the backbone of this long, narrow island.

Between the mountains, shattered glaciers carve their way through scrub grass to the deeply indented coast, a landscape that is synonymous with Shackleton, Worsley and Crean's epic survival expedition. Rusty, abandoned whaling stations and explorer remains reflect the passage of time, while summer workers carry out scientific and regeneration projects. As we explore South Georgia, we will have the opportunity to reflect on Shackleton's epic voyage. We also hope to visit the remains of South Georgia's thriving whaling stations and visit the final resting place of Sir Ernest Shackleton, whose incredible journey of survival is synonymous with this island. If you have chosen an optional activity, you will have the option to participate as long as conditions allow.

Day 13 to 14 - By the Scottish Sea towards South Georgia Island

On the way to the Antarctic Peninsula, we will head through the Scottish Sea, leaving behind the route that Shackleton and five of his men took to find help for the rest of his crew. On April 24, 1916, they piled into the James Caird, the shelterest of their open boats, to attempt this dangerous journey to South Georgia: some 1,290 km / 801 mi. distance. Shackleton hoped to reach southern Georgia in two weeks. There he would count on the help of the whalers to return to Elephant Island and rescue the men who had been left behind.

“There were almost always gales. So small was our ship and so great the sea, that often our sail waved idly in the calm between the crests of two waves. “Then we would climb the next slope and take in the full fury of the gale where the wool-like whiteness of the water broke around us.” - Ernest Shackleton

Enjoy informative and entertaining lectures from our expedition team and learn about the wildlife, history and culture of the places you will visit on the trip. You may want to use the sauna and hot tubs, get active in the fitness center, or borrow a book from our well-stocked library and relax in one of the many viewing areas on board the ship.

Day 15 to 18 - Antarctic Peninsula

It is almost impossible to describe the feeling of arriving in Antarctica. Discovering your first iceberg and taking a deep breath of the freshest, freshest air in the world is an experience that will stay with you forever. Once we arrive, we will be able to explore the western side of the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands, and we will have a wealth of options available. Because we are so far south we will have approximately 18-24 hours of daylight and the days can be as busy as you like. Their experienced expedition team, who have made countless trips to this area, will use their experience to design your trip day by day, choosing the best options based on the prevailing weather, ice conditions and wildlife opportunities. We generally carry out Zodiac landings or excursions twice a day. You'll want to bundle up before joining Zodiac cruises along spectacular ice cliffs or among stranded icebergs, keeping an eye out for whales, seals, and porpoise penguins. The zodiacs will also transport you from the ship to land, where you can visit penguin colonies, discover historic cabins and explore some of our favorite places along the peninsula.

While on land, our goal is to stretch our legs, strolling along pebble beaches or perhaps climbing snow-covered ridges to viewpoints with mountains towering above our heads and ice-flecked oceans below. If you have chosen an optional activity, you will have the option to participate in the activity whenever conditions allow and of course polar diving enthusiasts will have the opportunity to fully immerse themselves in polar waters, conditions permitting! The polar dive can take place at any time during the trip, so listen to the expedition team's announcement and get ready for the most exciting dive of your life! In addition to Zodiac departures and shore excursions, we can sail by boat through some of the spectacular straits that separate the coastal islands from the mainland, or stop in picturesque bays to watch whales traveling or feeding. This is a great time to enjoy the observation lounge or head to the bridge (open at the captain's discretion) for uninterrupted views of Antarctica in all its glory. Listen to the crunch and deep rumble of the glaciers as they head out to sea. Take a quiet moment to experience the wonder of the pristine paradise of the splendid white continent. If you have chosen an optional activity, you will have the option to enjoy that activity whenever conditions allow.

Day 19 to 20 - Crossing the Drake Passage

On our return to Ushuaia, you can choose to spend your time editing photos, enjoying the facilities on board or listening to an informative conference. With lectures and film presentations to complete our Antarctic experience, there is still plenty of time to enjoy the magic of the South Atlantic Ocean. There is time to reflect and discuss what we have seen and experienced. As we approach the tip of South America, our Captain will be able to sail near the legendary Cape Horn, weather and weather permitting.

Day 21 - Ushuaia

During the early morning, we sail along the Beagle Channel, before disembarking at the Ushuaia dock, around 8:00 am. Farewell to your expedition team and traveling companions as we all continue our future journeys, hopefully with a new sense of the immense power of nature. Upon disembarking, passengers on flights departing before 2:00 p.m. will be transferred directly to Ushuaia airport, while those lucky enough to continue their journey in this spectacular region of the world will be transferred to their accommodation in Ushuaia after journey. Passengers flying after 2pm will have time to explore Ushuaia, before an afternoon airport transfer, details of which will be provided on board prior to disembarkation. At the end of the trip, we do not recommend booking flights departing Ushuaia before 12:00 p.m. of the day of disembarkation in case of delays.

Note: Please note that all our travel plans are subject to weather conditions and landings cannot always be guaranteed. Traveling to Antarctica is flexible and no trip is ever the same, so the activities detailed in the itinerary are for reference only.