Antartica Unforgettable

Start your first night in Buenos Aires, the city of tango. Stroll through the bustling capital of Argentina, a mixture of European splendor and Latin American style. Discover its unique buildings, museums, parks and charming squares, taste a good barbecue and let yourself be seduced by the personality of its people.

In the morning you will fly to Ushuaia with the charter flight to board the world's first hybrid propulsion expedition ship, the MS Roald Amundsen. Once on board, you will meet the Expedition Team and crew members. Later you will begin the Beagle Channel navigation with a welcome dinner.

TWO DAYS SAILING
Welcome to the gateway to Antarctica. Crossing the famous Drake Passage has become quite a feat. Conditions are unpredictable and constantly changing. But whatever the sea state, it will only take you two days to cross. Enjoy our extensive lecture program to learn about the history, IAATO guidelines and environmental science of Antarctica. You will also be able to participate in Citizen Science programs and assist in data collection for scientific research. Take the opportunity to prepare your photographic equipment with the help of our professional photographer and enjoy the comforts of our hybrid propulsion expedition ship.

10 DAYS SAILING
No matter how many books you've read or documentaries you've seen, Antarctica never ceases to amaze. With its white horizon over an ocean dotted with icebergs and ice floes. With its wildlife that roams freely.
But perhaps the most exciting thing is the first encounter with penguins on our landings or the sighting of whales swimming freely in their natural habitat, always under the rules of sustainability and respect for the environment.
During the Antarctic summer, routes are often opened through the sea ice to sail further south to the Antarctic Circle and even Margaret Bay. The bay was discovered by French explorer Jean-Baptiste Charcot in the early 20th century, who named it after his wife. Provided the weather and sea ice are favorable, we would have the possibility of visiting one of the few research stations in the area, as well as the Adelie penguin colonies, which are not usually seen in the northern part of the peninsula.
Whatever the final route and landings, the Expedition Team will guide you on dinghy excursions and shore landings so that you can explore the stunning Antarctic landscape.

2 DAYS SAILING
After 11 days of exciting exploration, it is time to bid farewell to this idyllic isolation and set course for civilization through the Drake Passage. During these two days of sailing you can recap your experiences or simply relax on board. It will certainly be a good time to observe the many seabirds that will follow our course, participate in our Science Center or attend lectures by our Expedition Team.

After our arrival in Ushuaia, the expedition ends with the charter flight back to Buenos Aires. We are convinced that this adventure will have turned you into a true explorer and we hope that this experience will serve to raise awareness of the importance of natural balance and environmental conservation.
At Hurtigruten we offer unique expedition cruises to some of the most remote and pristine waters in the world. As with all expeditions, nature rules. Weather, ice and sea conditions set the ultimate framework for all operations and decisions we make at Hurtigruten. The safety of our passengers and ensuring an unparalleled experience is our priority. All of our itineraries are subject to evaluation and improvement, whether due to weather constraints or simply to take advantage of the possibilities the wilderness offers us. That's why we call it an expedition.