Epic Antarctica: Crossing the Circle via Falklands and South Georgia
Trip Overview
Trip Length: 23 Days
Price Point: Starting from $32,318/person (incl. mandatory transfer pkge)
Seasons Available: Winter
We don’t throw the word “epic” around lightly. On this 23-day voyage you’ll begin with the highlights of the Antarctica Peninsula, then sail on to the Falkland Islands and South Georgia (where the scale of wildlife will absolutely blow you away). You’ll finish by crossing the Antarctic Circle, which few explorers have ever done. Your ship the Ultramarine is beautifully-equipped and features two helicopters to give you opportunities for airborne perspectives over the ice.
Activities & Sites
- Explore the Falkland Islands, home to albatross, dolphins, and five species of penguins
- Venture to South Georgia ‘the Serengeti’ of the Southern Ocean
- Raise a toast to Ernest Shakleton and marvel at 300,000 pairs of king penguins
- Celebrate as you cross the Antarctic Circle
- See Antarctica from above with a helicopter flightseeing trip
Day to Day Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrive in Buenos Aires - Day 2
Fly to Ushuaia and Embark - Day 3
At sea - Day 4-5
Falkland Islands - Day 6-7
At sea - Day 8-11
South Georgia - Day 12-13
At sea crossing the Drake Passage - Day 14-16
Exploring Antarctica - Day 17-18
Crossing the Antarctic Circle - Day 19-20
Northbound along the Peninsula - Day 21-22
At sea crossing the Drake Passage - Day 23
Disembark in Ushuaia and fly to Buenos Aires
Ultramarine
Equipped with two twin-engine helicopters, multiple embarkation points, and a bespoke Zodiac hangar, Ultramarine offers a robust menu of adventure activities, spontaneous excursions and intimate wildlife engagement. Together an innovative mix of sustainability features that converts waste into energy and eliminates the environmental impact of waste transportation, Ultramarine is the perfect choice for active, conscious-minded guests looking for a unique adventure. Spacious suites are thoughtfully outfitted with premium amenities, while the ship provides plenty of areas, both inside and out, to witness incredible Antarctic wildlife including a spacious observation deck and a wrap-around deck with panoramic views.
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