Antarctica, South Georgia, and the Falkland Islands

This dream journey aboard a deluxe expedition ship explores three epic destinations in the Southern Ocean: the wildlife-rich oasis of the Falkland Islands, breathtaking South Georgia Island, with its massive glaciers, teeming rookeries of stately king penguins, and haunting tales of Shackleton, and the celebrated Antarctic Peninsula, a land of towering peaks, glacier-lined fjords, and an incredible array of wildlife. Our “go-anywhere” Zodiacs grant us fantastic access to hidden bays full of drifting icebergs and shores thronged with chattering penguins, while our expert team of naturalists and historians illuminate the awesome world of Antarctica for us.

Itinerary at a Glance

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Days 1-7
Ushuaia / At Sea / The Falkland Islands

After an overnight in Ushuaia, we voyage to the Falkland Islands for intriguing encounters with Magellanic penguins, nesting gentoos, and dashing rockhopper penguins. We also visit Port Stanley, the quaint and very British capital, then cross the Scotia Sea to South Georgia.

Days 8-10
South Georgia Island

South Georgia is absolutely stunning—more than a hundred glaciers flow from its spine of mountains to the sea. Our Zodiacs take us to amazing landings where king penguins number in the hundreds of thousands, and to nesting sites of wandering albatross and breeding colonies of fur seals. At Grytviken, we visit the simple grave of legendary explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton.

Days 11-17
Scotia Sea / Antarctic Peninsula

Deception Island, Neko Harbour, Paradise Bay, and Gerlache Strait—these iconic destinations capture the majesty of the Antarctica Peninsula. With four days to explore, we navigate Zodiacs amid glistening icebergs, visit penguin colonies, watch calving glaciers, visit research stations, and enjoy options for sea kayaking, conditions permitting.

Days 18-20
Drake Passage / Ushuaia

After crossing the Drake Passage, we arrive in Ushuaia and depart on Day 20.

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What the Trip is Like

The trip is rated Level 1+, Easy. You will be travelling to a very remote destination. You must be able to complete on board safety drills and emergency evacuation procedures without the assistance of others. Rolling seas and windy conditions require you to be stable on your feet, especially when walking on slippery decks or up and down steep gangways. Shore excursions often require hiking over uneven terrain without the benefit of a developed trail. Some agility is required for getting in and out of the Zodiac landing crafts. While several Zodiac landings are dry, many will require that you step in the water to get ashore. Zodiac and shore excursions are weather permitting.

Explanation of Trip Levels