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South Georgia and Antarctica Expedition
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- Day 1 Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Day 2 Buenos Aires - Ushuaia - Embarkation
- Days 3 - 5 At Sea
- Days 6 - 10 South Georgia
- Day 11 Sailing the Scotia Sea
- Day 12 South Orkney Islands
- Day 13 Elephant Island
- Days 14 - 18 Antarctic Peninsula and its Islands
- Days 19 - 20 At Sea
- Day 21 Ushuaia - Disembark - Buenos Aires
| Dates | Deck + Cabin Type | |||||||
| Category E | Category D | Category C | Category B | Category A | Category AA | Category VS | Category PHS | |
Day 1 Buenos Aires, Argentina
Arrive in Buenos Aires, Argentina’s capital, and one of South America’s most beautiful cities, and transfer to the Palacio Duhau – Park Hyatt Buenos Aires for the night. The remainder of the day is at leisure to relax.
Evening cocktail reception at the hotel.
Day 2 Buenos Aires - Ushuaia - Embarkation
Fly from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia, a Patagonian city set on the Beagle Channel and surrounded by the Darwin Cordillera, glaciers, and forests of southern beech. Upon arrival, transfer to the ship. Enjoy a spectacular vista of glaciers and green-misted mountains as Clelia II navigates the Beagle Channel.
Days 3 - 5 At Sea
Attend lectures by naturalists and study leaders as Clelia II sails to South Georgia. Albatross and cape petrels are among the birds that accompany the ship on its passage.
Days 6 - 10 South Georgia
Spend six days exploring the rugged, ice-bound islands of South Georgia. Once ravaged by the South Atlantic whaling industry, the waters of South Georgia are now strictly protected and harbor abundant numbers of elephant seals, fur seals, and king penguins. Visit the Bay of Isles, home to a massive rookery of king penguins;
Albatross Island, a paradise for gray-headed, black-browed, light-mantled sooty, and wandering albatross; and the town of Grytviken, where Sir Ernest Shackleton is buried in the small cemetery beyond the abandoned whaling station.
Day 11 Sailing the Scotia Sea
Attend on-board lectures and watch for whales and seabirds as Clelia II cruises the Scotia Sea.
Day 12 South Orkney Islands
A vista of enormous grounded icebergs is visible as Clelia II approaches the South Orkney Islands to call at Coronation Island. In the company of British scientists from Signy Station, visit the rookeries of penguins and snow and cape petrels that opulate the island.
Day 13 Elephant Island
Today explore Elephant Island, where in 1916 Sir Ernest Shackleton’s Endurance was stranded, forcing Shackleton and five of his men to undertake a thousand-mile rescue mission on a 20-foot whaleboat to secure help.
Days 14 - 18 Antarctic Peninsula and its Islands
Enjoy five days exploring the pristine wilderness of the Antarctic Peninsula, a narrow finger of land that separates the ice-choked waters of the Weddell and Bellingshausen Seas. As Clelia II sails through scenic waterways, witness a breathtaking panorama of icebergs, blue glaciers, and jagged, snowcapped mountains. Aboard the ship’s fleet of Zodiacs, cruise among ice floes, land at penguin rookeries, and visit with scientists at research stations. Although the itinerary varies according to local ice and wind conditions, we hope to land at
such places as Petermann Island, where humpback and minke whales are often sighted offshore; Paradise Bay, the habitat of gentoo and chinstrap penguins and the blubbery Weddell seal; Deception Island, whose waters are often warm enough for swimming; and King George Island, home to several research stations. Voyages through the magnificent Lemaire, Neumeyer, Errata, and other protected channels are also planned—and never to be forgotten.
Days 19 - 20 At Sea
As Clelia II sails northward across the Antarctic Convergence, where the cold waters of the Southern Ocean override the warmer waters to the north. Enjoy three days at sea attending lectures and relaxing aboard ship.
Day 21 Ushuaia - Disembark - Buenos Aires
Disembark in Ushuaia and transfer to the airport for the flight to Buenos Aires. Upon arrival in Buenos Aires connect with flights returning home.
Itinerary Notes
PROGRAM INCLUSIONS:Round-trip group flight from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia
1-night stay in Buenos Aires at the Palacio Duhau – Park Hyatt Buenos Aires, with welcome cocktail reception and breakfast
19-night cruise aboard the 100-guest expedition cruise ship, Clelia II
Welcome and farewell cocktail receptions aboard ship
All meals aboard ship, including house wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
Open bar aboard ship throughout the cruise
Complete program of excursions
Physician aboard ship
Educational program of lectures and discussions by accompanying guest lecturers
Expedition parka, complete pre-departure materials and detailed cruise log
Expedition leader and tour staff
Baggage handling and transfers aboard on the designated program departure and arrival dates
Port and embarkation taxes
Gratuities to crew not included
Gratuities to porters, guides and drivers
Deposit & Payment
Initial deposit is $1500, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card. We accept Visa, Mastercard, AmEx, and Discover. Alternatively, you can send a check to our Missoula, Montana, office or register online at: https://www.adventure-life.com/forms/fourways.php
Final payment is due 100 days prior to departure.
Final payment by Visa, Mastercard, Discover or AmEx.
Booking last minute? No problem! Please contact one of our trip planners, and we can get you on your way if booking less than 100 days prior to departure.
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Cancellation Policy
| Days Prior to departure | Fee |
|---|---|
| 91 days or more | $400 per person |
| 90-61 days | 55% trip cost |
| 60 days or less | 100% trip cost |
| For Itineraries with 19+ days | . |
| 91 days or more | $850 per person |
| 90-61 days | 55% trip cost |
| 60 days or less | 100% trip cost |
Clelia II
- Ship Highlights
- Passengers : 100
- Luxury Expedition Ship
Launched in early 2009, after extensive refurbishment, redecoration and other improvements, the all-suite Clelia II offers the finest in small-ship luxury cruise travel to the Mediterranean, Antarctica, Great Lakes, the Atlantic coast, South & Central America and more. This private yacht-like cruise ship accommodates only 100 guests in 50 suites, each of which affords ocean views, measures 215 square feet or more and is appointed with a sitting area or separate living room, twin or queen-size beds, spacious closets, air conditioning.
Suite Amenities
• Satellite TV, DVD/CD player
• Telephone
• Mini-refrigerator
• Marble-appointed bathroom with fine toiletries and teak floor
• Plush terry robes and slippers
• Fresh flowers and fruit basket
• 24-hour room service
Clelia II Small-Ship Amenities
Decorated with rich fabrics, handsome wood, polished brass, rare antiquities and fine works of art, the yacht’s public spaces are warm and inviting. These include:
• Library with Internet access
• 2 Lounges with audiovisual facilities
• State-of-the-art gym/spa
• Beauty salon
• Boutique
• Hospital
• Elevator serving all passenger decks
• Dining room
• Two sun decks
• Jacuzzi
• Swimming platform
Clelia II Specifics
Clelia II complies with the latest international and U.S. Coast Guard safety regulations and is outfitted with the most current navigational and communications technology as well as with retractable fin stabilizers for smooth sailing, an ice-strengthened hull and a fleet of Zodiacs. Clelia II is staffed by 60 European officers and crew. Taken together with her limited guest capacity, excellence of design, craftsmanship and material, Clelia II's spaciousness and intimate ambiance combine to make her ideal for distinctive cultural and expedition voyages.
| Cabins | |
|---|---|
 | Category E Deluxe suites on Ariadne and Leto decks with windows and sitting area. 215 sq. feet. Partially obstructed view. Suites 342-345, 428, 429. |
 | Category D Deluxe suites on Ariadne Deck with windows, sitting area, mini-bar, VCR/DVD/CD player, color TV, marble appointed bathroom with spacious shower . 215 sq. feet. 334-335, 433. |
 | Category C Deluxe suites on Athena deck with three portholes, sitting area, mini-bar, VCR/DVD/CD player, color TV, marble appointed bathroom with spacious shower. 275 sq. feet. Suites 246-252. |
 | Category B Deluxe suites on Ariadne deck with window, sitting area, mini-bar, VCR/DVD/CD player, color TV, marble appointed bathroom with spacious shower. 225 square feet. Suites 336-341. |
 | Category A Deluxe suites on Leto deck with window, sitting area, mini-bar, VCR/DVD/CD player, color TV, marble appointed bathroom with spacious shower. 235 square feet. Suites 420-427, 430-431. |
 | Category AA Deluxe suites on Cleo deck with forward and side windows, sitting area, mini-bar, VCR/DVD/CD player, color TV, marble appointed bathroom with spacious shower. 285 square feet. Suites 505-506. |
 | Category VS Deluxe Veranda suites on Cleo deck with private balcony, sitting area, mini-bar, VCR/DVD/CD player, color TV, marble appointed bathroom with spacious shower. 245 sq. feet. Suites 507-518. |
 | Category PHS Deluxe Penthouse suites on Phoebe deck with private balcony , sitting area, mini-bar, VCR/DVD/CD player, color TV, marble appointed bathroom with spacious shower. 260 sq. feet. Suites 601-604. |
