All itineraries are for guidance only. Programs may vary depending on ice, weather, and wildlife conditions. Landings are subject to site availabilities, permissions, and environmental concerns per AECO regulations.
During this expedition, there's a good chance to see the stunning southern lights. While not guaranteed, the long nights and clear skies make it possible to witness this magical event.
Start of the Journey
Your expedition begins in Ushuaia, Argentina, the southernmost city in the world. In the afternoon, you leave this small town on Tierra del Fuego, known as ""The End of the World,"" and cruise through the Beagle Channel.
Path of the Explorers
For two days, you cross the Drake Passage, experiencing what early explorers did: cool breezes, rolling seas, and maybe a glimpse of a fin whale. After crossing the Antarctic Convergence, the marine and bird life changes. You might see wandering albatrosses, cape pigeons, and Antarctic petrels.
Antarctic Sights
During late summer, the Antarctic Peninsula offers many activities. Humpback whales feast on krill, and penguin chicks are active on the beaches. Possible sites include:
- Livingston Island: Home to gentoo and chinstrap penguins, giant petrels, and elephant seals.
- Deception Island: A natural harbor with an abandoned whaling station and various bird species.
- Cuverville Island: Hosts a large colony of gentoo penguins and brown skuas.
- Neko Harbour: Offers views of glaciers and a chance to set foot on the continent.
- Paradise Bay: Zodiac cruises may reveal humpback and minke whales.
- Pléneau & Petermann Islands: Possible sightings of Adélie penguins, whales, and leopard seals.
- Crystal Sound: Journey south to this ice-filled area and cross the Polar Circle.
- Detaille Island: Visit an abandoned British research station.
- Fish Islands: Home to Adélie penguins and blue-eyed shags.
- Melchior Islands: Rich with icebergs, seals, and whales, offering diving opportunities.
Departure time depends on Drake Passage conditions.
Return Journey
On the way back, you’ll see familiar seabirds from the journey south.
End of the Adventure
Your adventure ends as you disembark in Ushuaia, taking with you memories for your next journey.






- Kami menawarkan diskon anak sebesar 40% untuk tipe kabin tertentu pada beberapa perjalanan bagi anak-anak berusia antara tiga hingga 15 tahun.
- Kapal pesiar ekspedisi adalah perjalanan yang fokus pada kontak maksimal dengan satwa liar lokal, fenomena alam, dan lokasi yang memiliki nilai budaya atau ilmiah. Perjalanan ini paling baik dinikmati dalam kelompok kecil yang dipimpin oleh pemandu ekspedisi yang sangat berpengalaman.
- Kami menerima pembayaran melalui transfer bank atau kartu kredit (Mastercard dan Visa). Jika membayar dengan kartu kredit, kami harus mengenakan biaya kartu kredit.
- Tidak, kamu tidak bisa menukar mata uang di dalam pesawat.
- Berlayar ke Lingkar Antartika pasti jadi pengalaman yang unik, dan kamu bisa melihat berbagai hal yang layak difoto. Contohnya termasuk satwa liar, gletser, dan gunung es.Salah satu fakta paling menarik tentang Lingkar Antartika adalah adanya 24 jam siang dan malam yang terjadi sekali setahun. Jadi, di bulan Desember ada 24 jam penuh siang hari untuk menandai titik balik matahari, dan kebalikannya terjadi di bulan Juni.
- Lingkaran Antartika perlahan bergerak ke arah selatan. Pergerakan ini mengubah koordinatnya sekitar 15 meter setiap tahun. Saat ini, seluruh area di bawah Lingkaran Antartika mencakup 20 juta kilometer persegi, yang merupakan 4 persen dari total daratan di Bumi.
- Jumlah penumpang dibatasi sekitar 116 orang di Ortelius. Selain itu, kapal ini diawaki oleh 20 kru nautika internasional yang sangat berpengalaman, 19 kru hotel internasional termasuk pramugari, 7 staf ekspedisi di Antartika (1 pemimpin ekspedisi dan 6 pemandu/pengajar), dan 1 dokter.
- Ortelius dibangun di Polandia pada tahun 1989 untuk Akademi Ilmu Pengetahuan Rusia.
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