ANTARCTICA, FALKLANDS AND SOUTH GEORGIA ITINERARY:
DAY 1 — U.S./Santiago, Chile
Depart Miami this evening on an overnight flight to
beautiful Santiago. We've found that Miami is a convenient
gateway for most, but other air alternatives are available.
DAY 2 — Santiago/Grand Hyatt
This morning we arrive in Santiago, backed by the soaring
Andes. Check into the gracious Grand Hyatt Santiago. In the
afternoon, have a panoramic overview of the city including a
visit to the Pre-Columbian Museum. Return to the Hyatt for
dinner. (L,D)
DAY 3 — Santiago/Ushuaia, Argentina/Embark Ship
The morning's LAN Chile charter flight offers some rare
views of Patagonia before landing in Ushuaia, the southernmost
city in the world. We'll have a traditional Argentinean barbecue
for lunch and then board National Geographic Endeavour or
National Geographic Explorer and set sail. (B,L,D)
DAY 4 — At Sea
Whales beneath, birds above, as you settle in to shipboard
life. Spend time on deck or the bridge watching the sea. The
ever-changing light presents endless photo possibilities. (B,L,D)
DAY 5 — At Sea/Antarctica
Our first landfall is at one of the many islands of the
Antarctic Peninsula region, taking hikes and Zodiac forays with
our Naturalists. (B,L,D)
DAY 6-10 — Antarctica
With nearly 24 hours of daylight at this time of year, we
make the most of our five days exploring the Antarctic Peninsula
and the surrounding islands. Our schedule is flexible, allowing
us to take advantage of the unexpected. We’ll sail through the
incomparable Lemaire Channel and land on the “White Continent.”
(B,L,D)
DAY 11 — At Sea: Elephant Island
We pass the speck of land that is the legendary Elephant
Island, an unforgettable part of the Shackleton story, where the
crew of Endurance finally landed on April 24, 1916. From here,
Shackleton and five men set sail for one of the most incredible
stories of survival at sea: 700 miles across the Southern Ocean
in a 22' long wooden sailboat. (B,L,D)
DAY 12 — At Sea
As we voyage south, watch for icebergs. There'll also be
time to enjoy a wellness treatment, workout in the fitness
center, or catch up on a book. Each day our Naturalists offer
talks that add depth to your experience. (B,L,D)
DAY 13 — South Orkney Island
Mountainous and rugged, the South Orkneys are never quite
free of pack ice and icebergs. Every rock site teems with
penguins. Leopard seals can be seen and innumerable birds come
here to nest and breed. (B,L,D)
DAY 14-17 — South Georgia
Renowned for its beauty and vast colonies of king penguins,
this is also the final resting place for the legendary explorer
Sir Ernest Shackleton. Teeming wildlife, breathtaking scenery
and soaring cliffs filled with birdlife greet our ship. Hundreds
of young Antarctic fur seals are on hand as our Zodiacs make
landfall. At St. Andrew's Bay, you may come upon 100,000 king
penguins. (B,L,D)
DAY 18-19 — At Sea
These days at sea give us a chance to reflect on all that we
have seen iand experienced n South Georgia , and prepare for the
exciting days ahead in the Falkland Islands. There'll be time to
hear talks from our staff, read in the ship's cozy library, and
search for whales from the Bridge. For the more indulgent, enjoy
a rejuvenating massage with our licensed therapist, work out in
the gym--or simply relax. (B,L,D)
DAY 20 — Port Stanley, Falkland Islands
See the photogenic tin-roofed, Victorian-style houses of
Port Stanley. Visit the Anglican Cathedral with its organic
archway of whalebones and the Falkland Islands Museum. (B,L,D)
DAY 21-22 — Falkland Islands
The Falklands boast the largest albatross colony in the
world, irresistible Magellanic penguins in their burrows amid
the green tussock grass and herds of enormous elephant seals. (B,L,D)
DAY 23 — At Sea
Our last day at sea gives us a one more opportunity to watch
for marine life, and a chance to reflect on all we have seen and
heard, hearing talks from our staff and bringing to summary the
colossal scope of this voyage. (B,L,D)
DAY 24 — Ushuaia, Argentina/Disembark/Santiago
We disembark in Ushuaia and have some time to explore before
boarding our exclusively chartered LAN Chile flight to Santiago,
and the subsequent overnight flight to the U.S. (B,L)
DAY 25 — Arrive U.S./Home
Note: Voyage cost includes charter flights
Santiago/Ushuaia/Santiago.
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