Join us for one of the grandest wild experiences the planet offers. Spend days immersed in the extreme beauty of the Antarctic Peninsula in the company of top naturalists and National Geographic Photography Experts. Expand the wonder with an exploration of South Georgia—where vast colonies of king penguins throng the beaches and Sir Ernest Shackleton rests for eternity. Cap that off with time spent in the windswept Falklands, awash in British charm and history.
This itinerary is a guide only and is subject to change due to weather, sea state and other conditions beyond control.
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View National Geographic ResolutionCheck into the Ritz-Carlton, Santiago, or similar before our guided overview of this vibrant city backed by the inspiring Andes. Discover sites like the Plaza de Armas and get a feel for the mix of old and new that makes this city so great. In the early evening, we gather for an informal reception and a drink at the hotel.
Arrival Time: Arrive before 11:30 a.m. local time.
Join ther recommended flight to Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world, where you'll meet the ship; transfers to the airport and luggage assistance will be provided. Ushuaia’s spectacular setting, between the jagged peaks of the Darwin Range and the protected waters of the Beagle Channel, makes it an appropriately wild place to begin your journey to the White Continent and a great destination in its own right. Visit Tierra del Fuego National Park. Lunch will be served onboard a private catamaran while cruising the Beagle Channel, where you’ll be on the lookout for huge South American sea lions and birds like imperial cormorants.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
Settle into shipboard life as you sail to the Falkland Islands. Keep a lookout for albatross that glide alongside the ship.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
All the best aspects of expedition travel seem to come together in the western Falkland Islands. Where else can you land on a beach tucked into a rocky cove, hike out across a rolling green pasture and suddenly find yourself at the crest of a sea cliff looking out over the South Atlantic surf? Just a few steps further and you’re standing at the edge of a breeding colony of black-browed albatross, so close that you can hear the wind on their wings as they swoop in to land beside you. Check out the thousands of irresistible gentoo, rockhopper and Magellanic penguins that congregate here, along with fur seals.
Stanley, the bright, pretty capital of the Falkland Islands, is a wonderfully unexpected place: a charming outpost of British culture tucked into a small bay on the shore of these windswept islands in the far South Atlantic. Many Falkland Islanders still live in very traditional ways, and you’ll have a chance to visit a small farm to see some expert sheep shearing and learn about the best techniques for cutting blocks of peat for the fire. The rocky hills and white sand beaches outside town offer some excellent hikes, and afterward, a cup of tea or a pint at the local tavern goes down very nicely.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
With whales beneath and birds above, continue toward South Georgia Island. Your naturalists will prepare you for the exciting days ahead with presentations on the wildlife of South Georgia, and, of course, the inspiring story of Sir Ernest Shackleton and the Endurance.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
Simply put, there is nowhere else in the world like South Georgia. King penguins, the second largest species in the world, are unquestionably the most iconic wildlife of South Georgia. This rugged and remote island offers one of nature’s most dazzling spectacles: tens of thousands of king penguins, the second largest penguin species in the world.
Explore the spectacular coastline of South Georgia Island. In keeping with the nature of an expedition, the schedule is flexible with opportunities for walking, hiking, kayaking and Zodiac excursions. Sailing along the coast, you'll have your choice of activities every day including visits to Grytviken—the final resting place of Shackleton—and Stromness Harbour, where Ernest Shackleton, Tom Crean and Frank Worsley finally reached aid at a whaling station.
The island is also home to huge elephant seals and thousands of king penguins. South Georgia is sometimes called “the Serengeti of the Southern Ocean”, but even that description seems inadequate; this lonely island is unique in the world, so rich and so beautiful that it defies any comparison.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
As you voyage, head up to the Bridge to watch for icebergs and observe expert navigation at work as your skilled Captain and officers sail these historic waters. There’ll also be time to enjoy a massage in the wellness center, work out in the gym and browse in the library. Each day your naturalists offer talks that add depth to your experience.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
With long hours of daylight at this time of year, you'll have ample opportunities to explore. The schedule is flexible, allowing you to take advantage of the unexpected. You might set out by kayak to encounter towering icebergs at water level; embark on a Zodiac excursion in search of seals and blue-eyed shags; walk amid thousands of Adélie and gentoo penguins; or experience the thrill of the ship crunching through pack ice. Everywhere you go in Antarctica you'll be surrounded by opportunities to capture uniquely beautiful images. Along the way your expert expedition team will enrich your experiences.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
This 500-mile-wide strait between the Antarctic Peninsula and South America is one of the most famous bodies of water in the world. Sometimes ferocious, sometimes flat calm, the Drake is always a fascinating place in its own right. This part of the journey is your best opportunity to see gorgeous seabirds like the wandering albatross, and you might be lucky enough to encounter orca whales or rare species of dolphins. Visit the Bridge (a great place to spot wildlife), have a relaxing massage, attend a talk about the biology of the penguins you’ve just seen or settle into a comfy chair in the observation lounge to look out over the waves and reflect on your incredible journey. Toast your epic voyage at a festive farewell dinner.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
Disembark in Ushuaia, and fly by charter to Santiago, then transfer to the airport for your flight home.
Departure Time: Depart after 9:00 p.m. local time.
Breakfast and Lunch included.
| Dates | Cabin | From | Additional |
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| 06 Nov 2026 - 27 Nov 2026 | AUD$37464pp | ||
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| Category 2 | AUD$39336pp | Contact us | |
| Category 3 | AUD$49170pp | Contact us | |
| Category 4 | AUD$51140pp | Contact us | |
| Category 5 | AUD$53193pp | Contact us | |
| Category 6 | AUD$61172pp | Contact us | |
| Category A Solo | AUD$61467pp | Contact us | |
| Category B Solo | AUD$63930pp | Contact us | |
| Category 7 | AUD$70349pp | Contact us |
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**Single supplements may apply
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Fore Deck, double bed or twin beds, two large windows, private bathroom, writing desk, reading lamps, TV, alcove windows, relaxing chair.
Main Deck, double bed or twin beds, private bathroom, balcony, sofa, writing desk, TV, reading lamps.
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Bridge Deck, double bed or twin beds, private bathroom, large balcony, sofa, TV.
Bridge Deck, double bed, private bathroom, seating area, large balcony, sofa, bathtub, walk in closet.
Main Deck, private bathroom, balcony, sofa, writing desk, reading lamp, TV.
Main Deck, private bathroom, balcony, sofa, writing desk, reading lamp, TV.
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