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Join a 12-day Antarctic adventure, starting with an overnight in Buenos Aires before flying to Ushuaia to board MS Fridtjof Nansen. Sail across the Drake Passage, where the Expedition Team prepares you with expert-led lectures on wildlife, climate, and history. Once in Antarctica, spend five days exploring towering icebergs, glaciers, and diverse wildlife. Watch penguins waddle across the ice, spot whales feeding in the waters, and witness seals resting on the shores. Daily landings, ice cruising, and optional activities like kayaking offer immersive experiences. After your Antarctic exploration, sail back through the Drake Passage, unwind on board, and return to Buenos Aires with unforgettable memories of the frozen continent.
Penguins on the shores of AntarcticaNights in UshuaiaA whale plays near the surface at dusk.Hiking in Antarctica is rewarded with spectacular views
Highlights
  • Board an eco-friendly expedition ship in Ushuaia’s stunning port city
  • Enjoy unique close up encounters with whales in Antarctica
  • Learn about Antarctic wildlife and history while crossing the Drake Passage
  • Take guided landings and kayak among floating icebergs and glaciers
Activity Level: Variable
Activity options vary depending on destination and operator. Activity level is determined by the range and intensity of activities you choose to participate in. Discuss with your Trip Planner which options are best for you.
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Day 1: Buenos Aires

Begin your Antarctic adventure with an overnight stay in Buenos Aires, Argentina’s capital. Explore neighborhoods and try Argentine steak at a local ‘parrilla,’ or watch tango performances. Rest before your early morning transfer for your flight to Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world, where you will board your expedition cruise.

Day 2: Fly to Ushuaia | Embark

Begin your day with an early morning transfer from your hotel to the airport in Buenos Aires for your flight to Ushuaia, the capital of Argentina’s Tierra del Fuego Province. Located near the Martial Glacier, it is a main departure point for Antarctic expeditions. Upon arrival, get transferred to the port, where your hybrid electric-powered expedition ship awaits. After a briefing from your Expedition Team, settle into your cabin and explore the ship’s amenities before departure.

Day 3-4: Drake Passage

On the two-day crossing through the Drake Passage, the Expedition Team equips you with everything you need to make the most of your polar expedition. Visit the onboard Science Center and find out what lies ahead. Listen as experts talk passionately about Antarctica’s history, the science beneath the ice, and the impact of climate change and plastic pollution. Learn how to make your visit as safe and as low-impact as possible and discover the Citizen Science projects you can join. There’s plenty of time to relax, so unwind in the spa and wellness area, enjoy delicious cuisine, and meet fellow travelers in the Explorer Lounge & Bar.

Day 5-9: Antarctica

Nothing prepares you for your first sight of Antarctica’s immense, frozen beauty. Antarctica fills you with wonder, surrounded by looming glaciers and icebergs the size of floating cathedrals. Perhaps the most surprising part of Antarctica is the silence. The stillness that reigns is broken every so often by the locals—the wildlife. Whales begin to arrive in greater numbers by December and January. This is also when the first penguin chicks hatch. Seeing those clumsy clumps of feathers running around is always a charming sight. February and March are peak whale-watching months when huge amounts of krill lure whales to the area. Nature is king here, and you are mere observers. The experienced captain continually monitors conditions to create the best possible itinerary for your adventure. Rest assured that each day offers something different and thrilling. Join the expedition team on landings and while ice cruising. You may even have the chance to kayak among the icebergs.

Back on board, the Expedition Team continues their lectures, helping expand your insight into the frozen continent. Over five magical days, experience this amazing world in a way that stays with you for a lifetime.

Day 10-11: Drake Passage

After five incredible days, your head is likely to be filled with a swirling kaleidoscope of special memories and impressions. The next couple of days are a chance to reflect on your adventure to the seventh continent. As your mind tries to conjure up the magical Antarctic scenery, now could be a good time to sift through your photos and videos to recapture a sense of its magnitude. Take the chance to unwind in the sauna or enjoy a few relaxing spa treatments in the wellness area.

Day 12: Ushuaia | Disembark | Fly Buenos Aires

  • 1 Breakfast
Your expedition cruise ends in Ushuaia, the main city in Tierra del Fuego, Argentina’s southernmost province. From here, take a flight back to Buenos Aires or join our optional post-program before heading home.

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MS Fridtjof Nansen

Antarctica Wilhelmina Bay Photo by Espen Mills
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Buenos Aires - Hotels

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$12,778 2-3 travelers
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Outside cabin on lower/middle deck(RS)
183 sq ft, Cabins on middle decks with queen bed
MS Fridtjof Nansen outside cabin
Outside Cabin on Lower/Middle Decks (RR)
205–248 sq ft, Larger cabins on middle decks with flexible sleeping arrangements, some with sofa bed. Most are 215 sq ft.
Outside cabin on upper deck
High deck cabins with balcony. Spacious cabins, different sizes, flexible sleeping arrangements, some with sofabed, TV, kettle, tea and coffee. Please note: This cabin is automatically made with a double bed. To order twin beds, please notify us at time of booking.
MS Fridtjof Nansen outside cabin
Outside Cabin on Lower/Middle Decks (TY)(TT)
258–291 sq ft, Large cabins without balcony. On middle decks, with flexible sleeping arrangements, sofa bed, amenity kit, kettle, tea and coffee.
Outside Cabin with Balcony (XT)(XTD)(XY)
161–205 sq ft, Spacious high-deck cabins with a balcony, flexible sleeping arrangements, some with sofa bed, amenity kit, kettle, tea and coffee
MS Fridtjof Nansen corner suite
Corner Suite (MF)
237 sq ft, Corner suite with large windows, without a balcony, with flexible sleeping arrangements, mini-bar, amenity kit, bathrobe, kettle, tea and coffee, espresso maker.
MS Fridtjof Nansen suite w/ balcony
Suite with Balcony (ME)
215–301 sq ft, Suites with a private balcony on high decks, with flexible sleeping arrangements, some with sofa bed, mini-bar, amenity kit, bathrobe, kettle, tea and coffee, espresso maker
MS Fridtjof Nansen large suite w/ balcony
Large Suite with Balcony (MD)
377 sq ft, Large corner suite with a private balcony, flexible sleeping arrangements, sofa bed, mini-bar, amenity kit, bathrobe, kettle, espresso maker. Accessible to guests with limited mobility.
MS Fridtjof Nansen corner suite w/ balcony
Corner Suite with Balcony (MC)
215–323 sq ft, Aft corner suites with a private balcony and hot tub, large windows, flexible sleeping arrangements, some with sofa bed, mini-bar, amenity kit, bathrobe, kettle, tea and coffee, espresso maker.
MS Fridtjof Nansen XL suite w/o balcony
XL Suite (MB)
474 sq ft, Extra-large corner suites without a balcony. Aft corner suites with sofa bed, flexible sleeping arrangements, large windows, mini-bar, amenity kit, bathrobe, kettle, tea and coffee, espresso maker.
MS Fridtjof Nansen XL suite w/ balcony
XL Suite with Balcony (MA)
495–517 sq ft, Extra-large corner suites with a private balcony. The ship’s most spacious cabins, with large windows, flexible sleeping arrangements, sofa bed, mini-bar, amenity kit, bathrobe, kettle, tea and coffee, espresso maker.
Included
  • 11 Breakfasts, 10 Lunches, 10 Dinners
  • 11 Nights Accommodations
  • Accommodations as listed
  • Ground transportation as listed
  • Activities as listed
  • Meals as listed
  • Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
  • Gratuities
  • Complimentary Reusable Water Bottle 
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi on board. Be aware that we sail in remote areas with very limited connection. Streaming is not supported.
  • Loan of Boots, Trekking Poles, & All Equipment for Activities
  • Use of the Ship’s Science Center which has an extensive library and advanced biological and geological microscopes
  • À la carte restaurant Lindstrøm included for suite guests
  • In-depth lectures and discussions hosted by experts on the Expedition Team
  • Citizen Science Program where you can assist with ongoing scientific research
  • Professional onboard photographer gives tips and tricks for the best landscape and wildlife photos
  • Escorted landings with small expedition boats
  • Transfer from the Hotel in Buenos Aires to Buenos Aires Airport Before the Voyage
  • Overnight in Buenos Aires before the expedition cruise, including breakfast
  • Wine, beer and spirits available at meals and throughout the day and evening (subject to licensing laws, excludes premium drinks)
  • All day coffee, tea and soft drinks
  • A polar expedition jacket, a backpack, or another piece of HX kit
  • Flights in economy class between Buenos Aires and Ushuaia
  • Meals and take-away available throughout the day during Fredheim restaurant opening hours
  • Use of sauna, hot tubs, pool, fitness room, lounges and more
  • Transfers between the Ushuaia airport and the ship
Excluded
  • Travel Insurance
  • Personal Expenses
  • Flight costs (please request a quote)
  • Additional excursions during free time
  • Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
  • Buenos Aires Hotel tax (up to $2 per person/night) - paid at checkout
  • Luggage Handling 
  • Mandatory medical evacuation insurance
  • Optional shore excursions with local partners
  • Optional small-group activities with the Expedition Team
  • Additional overnight(s) if required due to international flight timings
  • Optional treatments in the onboard wellness and spa area

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