Ross Sea Discovery: In Scott & Shackleton's Footsteps

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Embark on this 28-day epic voyage to the Ross Sea, the 'Heart of Antarctica', experiencing the immensity of the Ross Ice Shelf and remoteness of this little-visited region. Includes privileged visits to Scott's and Shackleton's historic huts and research bases on Ross Island with stops en route at the Subantarctic Islands.

Trip Summary

10 full days exploring the grand-scale Ross Sea region and its historic huts & 6 visiting sub-Antartic islands
One of the few voyages each year to venture deep into unchartered Antarctica
Travelling on a comfortable 140 passenger ice-strengthened ship ideally suited to this expedition
Possible landings include Franklin Island, Cape Hallett, Ross Ice Shelf and Terra Nova Bay
Includes one night pre-voyage hotel stay and pre and post-voyage transfers

Operator's Itinerary

Start from Queenstown and end at Invercargill

Landmarks potentially visited on Ross Sea Discovery: In Scott & Shackleton's Footsteps

NOTE: This itinerary is for guidance only as each voyage will vary depending on ice and weather conditions, and opportunities to see wildlife. Flexibility is key and all part of the adventure of an expeditionary cruise.