Antarctic Peninsula Daily Itinerary 10 Days /9 Nights
PS101-03
December 10 – 19, 2011
It can be a lifelong ambition – to reach the Seventh Continent. It is certainly one of the most unique places on earth – where nature rules and where mankind has collectively agreed to manage this vast continent through the Antarctic Treaty in pursuit of peace and science. The wildlife and astonishing landscapes will amaze even the most seasoned traveler. This Classic itinerary cruises the Southern Ocean to the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula seeking some of the best historic and wildlife sites of the Continent.
DAY 1: Friday, Dec 10 (Argentina) Embark in Ushuaia. DAYS 2 & 3: Saturday – Sunday, Dec 11 & 12 (At Sea) The ship heads across the Drake Passage crossing the Antarctic Convergence. While at sea, take time onboard to learn about Antarctica, the wildlife and the Antarctic Treaty. DAYS 4 – 6: Monday – Wednesday, Dec 13 – 15 (Antarctica) For three days, explore the west coast of the Antarctic Peninsula with continental and island landings as well as Zodiac cruising. During this time in this untouched wilderness expect to see Gentoo, Adélie and Chinstrap penguins, possibly Fur, Weddell, Crabeater and Leopard seals, as well as Minke, Humpback and other whale species. Visits are planned to sites such as Petermann Island, Port Lockroy, Paradise Bay, Pleneau Island, Neumeyer Channel, Lemaire Channel and Neko Harbour. DAY 7: Thursday, Dec 16 (South Shetland Islands) Landings are planned at Deception Island and Half Moon Island. Here rookeries are inhabited by Chinstrap and Gentoo penguins. The landscape is volcanic, its appearance a dramatic combination of steaming black lava sands and vast expanses of permanent ice. DAYS 8 & 9: Friday – Saturday, Dec 17 & 18 (At Sea) Heading back to Ushuaia, take time while at sea to review recent experiences and learn more during informative lectures. DAY 10: Sunday, Dec 19 (Argentina) Disembark in Ushuaia.
(Please note that this is our planned itinerary – actual execution is subject to weather, ice and IAATO Ship Scheduler limitations. PSE reserves the right to adjust the itinerary as needed without recourse.)
Number of Meals Included
10 Breakfasts
9 Lunches
10 Dinners
