Itinerary
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DateLocationInOut
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10/12/2023Arrive Buenos Aires, Argentina––
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10/12/2023Park Hyatt Palacio Duhau––
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11/12/2023Buenos Aires––
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12/12/2023Fly Buenos Aires to Ushuaia––
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12/12/2023Embark Le Lyrial in Ushuaia––
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13/12/2023Cruising the Drake Passage––
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14/12/2023Cruising the Drake Passage––
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15/12/2023Antarctica––
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20/12/2023Cruising the Drake Passage––
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21/12/2023Cruising the Drake Passage––
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22/12/2023Fly Ushuaia to Buenos Aires––
What's Included?
Embark on the Luxury Expedition Cruise of a lifetime to extraordinary Antarctica, where towering icebergs and massive glaciers showcase flawless beauty. Uncover the effects of rising global temperatures first-hand with enthralling lectures by climate scientist James McClintock, enjoy daily Zodiac excursions to the White Continent and witness rare and thrilling wildlife up close – from lively flocks of penguins to several species of whales.
- An exclusively chartered, all-inclusive voyage led by A&K’s Expedition Team
- Pre-cruise stays at stylish, ideally located hotels and A&K-led city tours
- Airport meet and greet and transfers
- Private balcony with every onboard accommodation and butler service with every suite
- Maximum personnel-to-guest ratio of 1 to 1.3
- Culinary program featuring French-inspired cuisine, including house drinks, afternoon tea and pastries
- 24-hour room service and breakfast in bed
- Complimentary expedition parka, backpack and water bottle, and use of waterproof pants, boots and trekking poles
- Zodiac excursions led by expert naturalist driver-guides
- Traveller’s Valet® laundry service
- All gratuities, port charges and taxes
- Complimentary Wi-Fi onboard and in hotels
- Onboard service from English-speaking staff, including an accredited physician
- 24/7 A&K on-call support
- Discover rare yet abundant wildlife — such as Adélie penguins, humpback whales and giant albatrosses
- Explore the Antarctic Peninsula for five action-packed days of adventure led by A&K’s award-winning Expedition Team
- Experience a focus on climate change research, joined by special guest and noted Antarctic researcher Dr. James McClintock, who offers multiple lectures on the impact of rising global temperatures on this fragile ecosystem
- Begin your journey with a two-night stay in Buenos Aires, and explore this vibrant Latin city with your choice of shore excursion
Cabins & Prices
Additional Information
Dr. James McClintock, climate scientist
James is a noted climate change expert who has authored over 235 research publications and four books. James has led 14 expeditions with A&K to the White Continent and was recently awarded the Antarctica Service Medal. James has voyaged to both polar regions for more than three decades and has engaged in geology expeditions throughout. He also served as a researcher the Denver Museum of Nature and Science.
Dr. Patricia Silva, ornithology lecturer
Born in Mercedes, Uruguay, Patricia received her doctoral degree at the National University of Mar del Plata in Argentina, where she continues her research today. In addition to sharing her enthusiasm as an ornithologist and artist on voyages from South America to the South Pacific, she has participated in over a dozen Antarctic research expeditions and is the current editor of the IAATO Save the Albatross Campaign newsletter.