Ocean Albatros in polar waters
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Antarctica / Polar Latitudes

Falkland Islands, South Georgia & Antarctica

A roundtrip expedition from Ushuaia, with daily landings and Zodiac cruising adjusted to ice, wildlife, weather, and safe access.

PremiumFalklands, South Georgia & AntarcticaFebruary 2027
South Georgia
20 days
Ocean Albatros
Available

Planned itinerary

The expedition, day by day.

Landing locations and sequencing may change. The captain and expedition leader adapt the plan for sea ice, weather, wildlife, safety, and local access.

Day 1

Arrive in Ushuaia

Transfer to the included hotel and meet fellow travelers at the optional briefing.

Day 2

Embarkation

Board the expedition ship and sail the Beagle Channel.

Day 3

Southern Ocean

Briefings, lectures, and wildlife watching begin as the ship sails east.

Days 4-5

Falkland Islands

Visit western wildlife sites and Stanley, with penguin and albatross colonies among the possible highlights.

Days 6-7

Southern Ocean

Cross the Antarctic Convergence toward South Georgia.

Days 8-11

South Georgia

Explore wildlife concentrations, historic sites, glaciers, and the island's mountainous leeward coast.

Days 12-13

Scotia Sea

Sail south with lectures and seabird watching.

Days 14-17

Antarctic Peninsula

Flexible twice-daily Zodiac outings and landings reveal penguins, seals, whales, and sculpted ice.

Days 18-19

Drake Passage

Cross the Drake Passage with seabird watching, expert lectures, safety briefings, Citizen Science, and time on the observation decks.

Day 20

Ushuaia

Disembark in the morning.

Ocean Albatros in Antarctic waters

Your expedition ship

Ocean Albatros

A next-generation X-Bow expedition ship with most cabins offering private balconies, multiple observation areas, two outdoor Jacuzzis, a spa, sauna, gym, and fast Zodiac access through a large heated mudroom.

Capacity to reconfirmIce Class 1A / Polar Class 6X-Bow designMost cabins have balconiesElevator on passenger decks
Explore ship and cabins
Ocean views

Exterior Stateroom

An outside-facing cabin with private bathroom, refrigerator, TV, safe, climate control, bathrobe, and USB charging.

Private balcony

Balcony Stateroom

The most common configuration adds private outdoor space for direct views of ice and wildlife.

Extra living space

Suite

A larger accommodation category with more room to relax; exact layout and balcony size vary by suite grade.

What's included

  • One pre-expedition hotel night in Ushuaia on published Antarctica programs
  • All meals onboard and complimentary coffee and tea
  • Beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages with dinner
  • All scheduled Zodiac cruises and expedition shore landings
  • Lectures, briefings, and guidance from the expedition team
  • Voyage photographer and professional photography coach
  • Citizen Science opportunities
  • Certified emergency physician and onboard clinic
  • Loan expedition jacket and a custom down jacket to keep
  • Dedicated passenger service manager

Not included

  • International and domestic flights to or from Ushuaia
  • Passport, visa, reciprocity, and entry fees
  • Travel insurance and emergency evacuation coverage
  • Optional kayaking, camping, snowshoeing, and immersive photography programs
  • Premium drinks outside the published dinner beverage service
  • Laundry, spa treatments, boutique purchases, and personal expenses
  • Any hotel nights, transfers, or services not listed in the final booking confirmation

Cabin verification

Confirm the current fare and cabin inventory.

Starting fares can change. An advisor will confirm cabin category, solo supplement, deposit terms, optional activities, and final inclusions.

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