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Antarctica

Earth’s Final Frontier: A Quest for the Antarctic Circle

Program No. 25158RJ
Experience the wonders of the southernmost continent, the South Shetland Islands and Buenos Aires on this once-in-a-lifetime voyage to Antarctica.

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At a Glance

It’s a place like nowhere else on earth — Antarctica is one of the world’s most remote landscapes, but offers unique wildlife, fascinating history and insights into ecology. Experience Antarctica for yourself as you explore as much of the Antarctic Peninsula and islands as possible and stop to experience the best of Buenos Aires, Argentina’s capital. Spend two nights in “the Paris of South America” as you learn about Argentina’s cultural heritage, then head out for the main event — boarding your expedition ship and setting sail for the famed Drake Passage and Antarctica. Explore its frozen landscapes and the South Shetland Islands as you search for icebergs and wildlife, and learn from onboard experts in marine biology, geology and history. If Antarctica is on your must-see list, join us for this once-in-a-lifetime voyage!
Activity Level
Keep the Pace
Walking up to two miles at a time over varied terrain including hills, mud, gravel and ice. Most embarkations and disembarkations will be via Zodiacs requiring the ascent and descent of steep stairs between the Zodiacs and the ship. Zodiac landings will generally entail disembarking onto wet surfaces which may be slippery. Wind and choppy water may result in more turbulent Zodiac transfers.

Best of all, you’ll…

  • Take in the glittering beauty of icebergs and search for wildlife over seven days around the Antarctic Peninsula, the Antarctic Circle and the South Shetland Islands.
  • Spend two nights in Buenos Aires and get a firsthand look at Gaucho culture on a journey to the Argentine countryside to a family ranch.
  • Explore Tierra del Fuego National Park, home to fascinating wildlife and sea birds and scenic views of the Beagle Channel.
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Nicole Flores
Nicole Flores was born and raised in Chile. Her passion about her country and the region influenced her to lead programs within South America since 1998, including several trips to Antarctica where she deliver lectures about her passion She is a true believer in lifetime learning finding in travelling the best source of inspiration to share her knowledge and keep learning. Nicole is a great natural storyteller and also mastered this skill learning from the best in Chile.

Please note: This expert may not be available for every date of this program.

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Nicole Flores was born and raised in Chile. Her passion about her country and the region influenced her to lead programs within South America since 1998, including several trips to Antarctica where she deliver lectures about her passion She is a true believer in lifetime learning finding in travelling the best source of inspiration to share her knowledge and keep learning. Nicole is a great natural storyteller and also mastered this skill learning from the best in Chile.
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