Weddell Sea – In search of the Emperor Penguin, Incl. Helicopters
Roundtrip Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
- Hike on Deception Island
- Watch emperor penguins
- Take a walk on pack ice
- View seabirds in the Drake Passage
- Starts / Ends
- Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
- Activities
- Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Helicopter Tours
- Activity Level
- Variable
The 11-day Weddell Sea Emperor Penguin cruise aboard Ortelius permits an amazing rendezvous with the magnificent Emperor Penguins near Snow Hill Island. Explore the area via helicopter and see a variety of other birds and penguins including Adelies and gentoos. Visit Deception Island and Half Moon Island where even more penguins can be viewed.
