Antarctic Peninsula Revealed

Your journey begins in Ushuaia, the port city at the very bottom of Argentina. After boarding your ship, you will spend the evening sailing along the Beagle Channel towards Antarctica. 

We recommend arriving into Ushuaia one night prior to the ship’s departure. Swoop can assist you with additional travel arrangements. 

Journey towards the White Continent across the infamous Drake – a right of passage for visitors to Antarctica. As you make your way towards the northern tip of the Antarctic Peninsula, there will be immersive educational lectures and presentations preparing you for the upcoming adventure. 

Your team of highly trained guides will be on hand to help you spot wildlife from the outdoor decks or glass-fronted lounge. You might see spectacular sea birds, such as huge albatrosses and petrels shadowing the ship or tiny cape petrels flitting across the waves. 

Once you cross the Antarctic Convergence, you’ll notice the environment alter and temperatures drop. Keep your camera on hand as you await the sighting of your first icebergs and Antarctic land. 

Sail between the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula’s western region, cruising in ice-laden fjords and amid incredible icebergs while on the lookout for penguins, seals and whales. Every day you’ll head off the ship to explore the scenery and enjoy unique wildlife experiences via zodiac rib boat and on foot, led by your expert naturalist guides. Those who have signed up for the optional kayaking or snowshoeing activities will be donning their kit to explore from an alternative perspective. 

Back aboard your vessel, soak up mesmerising views from the large glass windows in the observation lounge and share tales with your fellow adventurers. 

No two voyages are alike as flexibility leads to success in Antarctica. The Captain and Expedition leader are constantly adjusting plans to maximise the continuously changing opportunities presented by nature, creating a distinct and memorable experience every time. While the precise route alters with each trip, your expedition team will aim to visit a variety of locations which showcase the beauty and diversity of Antarctica. 

After your once-in-a-lifetime trip, you will head north via the Drake Passage towards South America. Reflect on your adventures, unwind by making the most of the vessel’s facilities and keep looking for seagoing wildlife from the deck or the bridge. The educational programme will continue with more expert lectures from your expedition team. 

Your journey comes to a close back in Ushuaia at the port, where you will disembark and continue your onward journey.