Fly from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia, Argentina. Transfer directly on board or transfer to Arakur Resort, located inside Cerro Alarken Natural Reserve. Enjoy time at leisure, lunch, and/or an optional excursion to Tierra del Fuego National Park prior to a late afternoon embarkation on Le Lyrial.

Become acquainted with fellow passengers and the crew as Le Lyrial cruises to the Falkland Islands.  

The Falkland Islands are an archipelago lost at the tip of the South American continent. They are composed of over 700 islets and two main islands, East Falkland and West Falkland, both declared nature reserves. As Le Lyrial finds its way towards New Island and Grave Cove, lying in the west of the archipelago, the coastlines, carved by the wind and sea, form numerous isolated inlets with beaches of golden sand. These faraway lands, which once attracted seal and whale hunters, have become the last sanctuary of the elegant black-browed albatross, which glides gracefully through the air against the blue sky, while southern rockhopper penguins and elephant seals bask on the shore. 

If one island of the Falklands calls for use of superlatives, it would undoubtedly be Steeple Jason. Located at the extreme northwest corner of the Falklands, the island is home to the largest black-browed albatross colony in the world. Be rapt at the sight of these magnificent birds with black-contoured eyes. Photographers delight in immortalizing the endless ballet of the albatross, who soars majestically and then alights awkwardly amidst nests. Caracaras, gentoo penguins, and Magellanic penguins are also abundantly present, as if to prove to the visitor that here nature is king.

The Neck is a narrow stretch of land connecting the two sides of Saunders Island, located on the northwestern edge of the Falklands. Safely enter these blustery surroundings with the assistance of your naturalist guides. Once there, a reward awaits you: a veritable paradise of endless shoreline lapped by turquoise waters. Several bird species, also attracted to this stunning location, have settled here. At the other end of The Neck, encounter Magellanic penguins, southern rockhopper penguins, black-browed albatross, and king penguins, all basking in the beauty of their surroundings.

Enjoy the luxury and amenities aboard Le Lyrial. Experienced naturalist guides share their knowledge about the flora and fauna of the unique region. 

Salisbury Plain is home to one of the most unforgettable natural vistas of South Georgia. Formed by the retreat of Grace Glacier, the same majestic peaks that once awed Shackleton still tower over the surrounding land. The island's bluish landscape exudes the magnificence and beauty of unspoilt nature. At the heart of this wild refuge, on the beaches of the bay, lies a colony of 250,000 king penguins. Amidst this sea of black and orange heads, fur seals and their young can be spotted nosing their way through the crowd. Under the pale austral sunlight that reflects off of the plain, flocks of birds are carried by the winds in a graceful show of nature's wonder.

Then visit Fortuna Bay situated at the foot of sharply-rising mountains, a truly dazzling vision to behold. Marvel at a panorama of cliffs rising up from the icy waters and small streams fed by melting mountain snow meandering through vast green plains. The bay itself bows inward to form a perfect crescent, indented by a torrent. During your excursion, you can follow in the footsteps of Ernest Shackleton or even encounter the 50,000 king penguin couples who call the island their home and whose densely-packed silhouettes form a remarkable silver swath with a sprinkling of brown and bright orange.

In May 1916 after a perilous two-week journey on the James Caird followed by an hours-long trek across South Georgia, Sir Ernest Shackleton arrived in Stromness. There, at long last, he found the help needed to rescue his men stranded on Elephant Island. A former Norwegian whaling station, Stromness is now off limits to visitors. Crumbling pieces of abandoned buildings can be swept up by the wind, posing a danger for visitors who get too close. From your Zodiac®, however, you can still get a good glimpse of the island's fur seals, who have completely reclaimed the beach and village.

The journey's next stop is St. Andrews Bay in South Georgia. The bay is home to the largest king penguin colony in the world. Next explore Gryviken, a settlement established as a whaling station in the early 20th century. 

The last stops on South Georgia are Gold Harbour and Cooper Bay. Blending fabulous scenery with a variety of wildlife, Gold Harbour hosts king and gentoo penguins as well as elephant seals and light-mantled sooty albatross. Cooper Bay offers the most accessible macaroni penguin colonies for viewing. 

Share photos and stories with fellow travelers as Le Lyrial continues across the South Atlantic Ocean. 

A small British archipelago discovered in the 16th century by the Portuguese sailor after whom it was named, Tristan da Cunha is made up of several islands scattered off the South African coast. Most of these are listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. During your cruise aboard Le Lyrial, discover the archipelago's eponymous main island, offering visitors basalt land lulled by the swell, home to the only village in the chain of islands, and topped with a volcano. 

A refuge for many penguins, Nightingale Island is an active volcanic island and part of the Tristan da Cunha Archipelago. The island is known as a breeding ground for various types of sea birds and endemic land birds. 

The second largest of the Tristan da Cunha Islands, the volcanic Gough Island is one of the least disrupted island and marine ecosytems in the cool temperate zone. The spectacular cliffs of Gough Island host some of the most important sea bird colonies in the world. The island's undisturbed nature makes it particularly valuable for biological research. Gough Island became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995.

Making its way toward the final destination, Le Lyrial cruises to the southernmost tip of the African continent. Battered by the waves of the Indian and Atlantic oceans, the Cape of Good Hope is considered to be one of the most inspiring locations in the world. Paradise for many marine animals, today it is one of the three headlands that dominate the Table Mountain National Park, a vast green expanse stretching out over 7,000 kilometers. From the ship, admire the spectacle of clear waters crashing against the tall, steep cliffs and relive the excitement of the sailors of old. 

Located at the southern tip of the African continent, the Cape of Good Hope was originally dubbed the Cape of Storms by Portuguese explorer Bartolomeu Dias, due to its position at the confluence of two opposing ocean currents. One of the most iconic sites on the planet, the area is a veritable paradise for a number of marine animal species. The cape is one of three promontories offering a breathtaking view onto Table Mountain National Park, a stunning 7,000 km2 stretch of greenery. From your ship, take in the impressive scene of clear ocean waves crashing against steep, towering cliffs.

Dynamic and peaceful, cosmopolitan and hip, Cape Town offers its visitors a most unique mix. Here, the locals like to say that their city is “the quintessential melting pot of South Africa”. Located in the heart of one of the most beautiful bays in the world and dominated by the famous Table Mountain, it is graced with extraordinary landscapes including sheer cliffs that plunge into the Atlantic Ocean and vast whitesand beaches. Discover this incredible city, the South African capital of fashion, the art of living, and gastronomy. Further on, the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve awaits you and is home to a wide variety of endemic fauna and flora. Following breakfast on board, disembark in Cape Town and transfer to the airport for your homeward journey.