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.






- 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.
- Iya, kami punya sistem hiburan di kapal yang memberi kamu akses ke film dan serial serta informasi tentang menu kami, aktivitas harian, dan informasi terkait perjalanan. Cukup sambungkan ke Wi-Fi kapal, klik tautan atau scan kode QR, dan cari media sesuai keinginanmu.
- Mata uang yang digunakan di semua kapal adalah Euro, tapi kamu juga bisa bayar dengan USD.
- Di atas Hondius, Ortelius, Plancius, dan Rembrandt van Rijn, minuman dan suvenir akan dibebankan ke kabin kamu. Sehari sebelum turun, kamu bisa melunasi tagihan dengan manajer hotel dan membayar menggunakan Visa atau MasterCard, Diners Club/Discover, Union Pay, atau tunai (Euro atau USD). Harga dan mata uang standar di semua kapal kami adalah Euro.
- Semenanjung Antartika mengikuti Waktu Universal Terkoordinasi -3 (UTC -3). Ini berarti jika jam menunjukkan pukul 18:00 UTC-3 (6 sore) saat perjalanan ekspedisi kamu ke Semenanjung Antartika, maka di New York City, USA akan menunjukkan pukul 17:00 (5 sore) dan di London, U.K. akan menunjukkan pukul 22:00 (10 malam).
- Para pecinta hewan yang berlibur di Antarctic Peninsula akan disuguhi beragam satwa liar yang sangat cocok dengan iklim dingin di daerah tersebut. Sangat umum untuk bertemu dengan beberapa spesies penguin seperti penguin Gentoo. Jenis satwa liar lain yang bisa dilihat dari kapal pesiar Antartika atau ekspedisi darat di Antarctic Peninsula termasuk anjing laut Weddell, shag Antartika, dan petrel Salju.
- 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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