Begin your journey in Ushuaia, the most southerly city in the world. This small, but bustling port town has an eclectic history and some incredible wildlife and an ideal gateway for you to explore southern Patagonia before your journey to Antarctica. Be sure to visit the Magellanic Penguins at penguin beach, as this is a South American species of Penguin not found any further south than Patagonia.

You will embark in the late afternoon and sail through the Beagle channel which traverses the Tierra del Fuego archipelago. From here, the next time you see land you will be in the world's most southern continent!

The next couple of days will be spent crossing the Drake Passage, with an air of anticipation as Antarctica draws ever nearer.

Enjoy insightful lectures onboard from the Expedition Team who will prepare you for the wildlife, glaciology and history as you cross the Antarctic convergence and enter the Southern Ocean.

As you get your first glimpse of the White Continent you will begin to appreciate why this region has long captivated the attention of explorers and travellers alike.

Each day you will take Zodiac excursions from the ship to explore local bays, channels and landing sites on the Antarctic Peninsula, enjoying an array of activities such as hiking, visiting research stations or visiting penguin colonies. Adelie, Chinstrap and Gentoo can all be found here.

As you bid farewell to the Antarctic Peninsula, your journey back across the Drake Passage provides final opportunities to enjoy the crisp Antarctic air. Spend some time on deck watching for seabirds and whales, and enjoy presentations by your Expedition Team.

You will arrive back in Ushuaia in the morning, from here you will able to either continue your adventure onward or catch your flights home.

The 12-day version of this cruise includes an extra day in Antarctica

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