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The sub-Antarctic Falkland Islands/Malvinas and South Georgia are home to some of the most unique and abundant wildlife on earth. With beaches covered in fur seals, elephant seals, and hundreds of thousands of penguins, it’s one of the most jaw-dropping nature scenes you will ever experience. We’ll also explore the fascinating history of the area, dating back to the grandiose times of the ‘Heroic Age of Antarctic Exploration’ of the late 1800s and early 1900s.
Highlights
• Falkland Islands/Malvinas and South Georgia are home to abundant and unique wildlife, including fur seals, elephant seals, and hundreds of thousands of penguins.
• Visitors can witness jaw-dropping nature scenes in the area.
• The region has a fascinating history dating back to the 'Heroic Age of Antarctic Exploration' of the late 1800s and early 1900s.
• Visitors can explore the sub-Antarctic Falkland Islands/Malvinas and South Georgia.
• The area is known for its beaches covered in wildlife.
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Day 1: Arrive in & Explore Ushuaia
After a friendly welcome at the airport and a transfer to the luxurious Arakur Resort & Spa, take some time to unwind or explore the southernmost city in the world, Ushuaia.
Our evening briefing at the Arakur is your opportunity to ask questions and meet some of your fellow explorers.
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Day 2: Embarkation
Spend your morning relaxing at the hotel, visiting a museum, or exploring the shops in Ushuaia, before our mid-afternoon escort to the ship. Our Expedition Team and ship staff will welcome you on board and get you settled in, followed by a safety and orientation briefing and our Captain’s welcome dinner. We’re on our way to Antarctica!
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Day 3: Southern Ocean
As we sail south, important briefings on environmental regulations and expedition safety are held, and you won’t want to miss our scientific and environmental experts as they begin their deeply knowledgeable, and always entertaining talks about the wildlife, history, and geology of the areas we will soon be exploring.
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Day 4: West Falklands (Malvinas)
We’ll be exploring some of the westernmost settled outposts in the Falklands/Malvinas, a remote South Atlantic archipelago renowned for its rugged terrain and cliff-lined coast. As we stretch our legs along the farmland and beaches, we’ll have an opportunity to visit Albatross and penguin colonies. Look for Rockhopper, King and Magellanic penguin rookeries.
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Day 5: Stanley, East Falkland (Malvinas)
The archipelago’s largest island, Stanley, is a lively hub of activity nestled in a sheltered harbor. Here, the Falklands Islands Museum has fascinating exhibits devoted to maritime exploration, natural history, and the 1982 Falklands War. We’ll likely visit Gypsy Cove, part of Cape Pembroke peninsula, a National Nature Preserve. Magellanic penguins, also known as Jackass penguins for the braying sound they make, breed here, nesting in underground burrows. Other native bird species include Black-Crowned Night herons, Long-Tailed meadowlarks, Two-Banded plovers, and Upland and Kelp geese. Nearby Ordinance Point is the final resting place for several World War II guns.
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Day 6-7: Southern Ocean
Things continue ramping up with plenty of birdlife sightings as we make our way east across the Antarctic Convergence and officially enter Antarctic waters. See if you can identify the world’s largest bird, the Wandering albatross. From soaring giants like the Southern Giant petrel to the tiny Wilson’s Storm petrel, a range of impressive bird species will be hitching a ride on the updrafts created by ocean swells and waves. And be on the lookout for whale blows and our very first iceberg sighting.
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Day 8-11: South Georgia
South Georgia is often referred to as the ‘Serengeti of the Southern Ocean’ and it’s easy to see why as you take in tens of millions (not a typo!) of breeding penguins, seals, and seabirds. Breathtaking mountain scenery, majestically sculpted icebergs, glaciers in every direction, and a rich historical tapestry are all here to complement the incredible array of wildlife on view as we travel down South Georgia’s leeward coast. We’ll also visit the historic Grytviken whaling station, featuring the tiny graveyard where the great Antarctic explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton is buried.
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Day 12-13: Scotia Sea
Heading farther south, we’ll continue our informative presentations and wildlife spotting as the icebergs become bigger and more plentiful.
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Day 14-17: Antarctic Peninsula
Here we’ll explore any number of picturesque bays and famed harbors, maneuvering through iceberg rich channels as we travel alongside an array of wildlife. There are opportunities to stop at several active scientific bases and historic landing sites as we take in the wide range of penguin species, seals, and whales along the rugged coastlines and in the sea.
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Day 18-19: Drake Passage
We leave this magical place and make our way north, once again crossing the legendary Drake Passage. We have one last hurrah as we celebrate the conclusion of our expedition with a special slideshow and a final meal together.
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Day 20: Disembarkation
With huge smiles on weary, content faces, we disembark in the morning, letting you catch a flight to Buenos Aires or stay in Ushuaia for more sights and adventure.
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Please Note:
Itineraries are subject to change.
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28 December, 2025 to 16 January, 2026
17.5 sq. m. Staterooms with an extra single bed and sitting area. Family triples have one queen and one single (409 & 411).
17.5 sq. m. Staterooms with portholes and sitting area.
17.5 sq. m. Staterooms with windows and sitting area.
20.8 sq. m. Including a minimum of 3.6 sq. m. balcony. Staterooms with sitting area and private balcony.
30.8 sq. m. Including 5.4 sq. m. balcony. Suites with sitting area and private balcony.
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25 February, 2026 to 16 March, 2026
17.5 sq. m. Staterooms with an extra single bed and sitting area. Family triples have one queen and one single (409 & 411).
17.5 sq. m. Staterooms with portholes and sitting area.
17.5 sq. m. Staterooms with windows and sitting area.
20.8 sq. m. Including a minimum of 3.6 sq. m. balcony. Staterooms with sitting area and private balcony.
30.8 sq. m. Including 5.4 sq. m. balcony. Suites with sitting area and private balcony.
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09 January, 2027 to 28 January, 2027
17.5 sq. m. Staterooms with an extra single bed and sitting area. Family triples have one queen and one single (409 & 411).
17.5 sq. m. Staterooms with portholes and sitting area.
17.5 sq. m. Staterooms with windows and sitting area.
20.8 sq. m. Including a minimum of 3.6 sq. m. balcony. Staterooms with sitting area and private balcony.
30.8 sq. m. Including 5.4 sq. m. balcony. Suites with sitting area and private balcony.
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Seaventure
Seaventure
Vessel Type: 1-A Super Ice Class Small Ship
Length: 111,5 m
Passenger Capacity: 164
Built in: 1990 / Renovated: 2019/2021
A WORLD-CLASS SMALL SHIP EXPERIENCE
The SEAVENTURE was specifically designed for extraordinary moments. The small ship is incredibly agile and manoeuvrable making a change of course effortless for a rare wildlife sighting.
In addition, the SEAVENTURE has been assigned the highest ice class for passenger ships. A greater density of steel plates in the hull and a massive stem are just two of the elements that allow the expedition ship to glide safely through the waters.
• Maximum of 164 passengers
• All cabins/suites offer private facilities and exterior views
• Theatre-style auditorium with presentations by local experts
• Exterior views
• Facilities en suite
• Flat-screen TVs
• Chef-prepared meals (all meals and daily snack included)
• Bar staffed by a professional bartender
• Presentations by local experts
• Pool and Sauna, gym with sea view
• Library with a collection of books
• Internet access (limited)
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