Antártica Completa

The journey begins in Ushuaia, where guests are welcomed and transferred to a pre-voyage hotel, with the option to join a scenic excursion to Lake Escondido the next morning. After embarking, the ship sails through the Beagle Channel and crosses the Drake Passage, with time to spot seabirds and attend enriching lectures.

Reaching the Antarctic Peninsula, the expedition explores ice-choked bays, towering glaciers, and bustling penguin rookeries. Zodiac cruises, shore landings, and even a polar plunge await, with the highlight being a crossing of the Antarctic Circle—marked by a celebratory toast on deck.

Continuing northeast across the Scotia Sea, the ship arrives in South Georgia, home to vast king penguin colonies, historic whaling sites, and the grave of Sir Ernest Shackleton. Explorations include dramatic fjords, seal-covered beaches, and icy bays teeming with wildlife.

Sailing westward, the voyage crosses to the Falklands~Malvinas, where rolling landscapes, albatross colonies, and charming settlements like Stanley offer a final taste of sub-Antarctic beauty. The expedition concludes with a final sea day and return to Ushuaia via the Beagle Channel.

Chegada a Ushuaia, onde um representante da Aurora Expeditions recebe você e leva você, junto com os outros expedicionários, ao hotel designado antes da viagem. Se você já estiver em Ushuaia, pedimos que vá por conta própria ao hotel. O check-in começa às 15h. À tarde, passe no balcão de atendimento da Aurora Expeditions no saguão do hotel, entre 15h e 19h, para pegar as etiquetas de bagagem e confirmar se quer participar do nosso passeio ao Lago Escondido antes do embarque, amanhã. Nossa equipe vai confirmar os detalhes do dia do embarque, responder suas perguntas e indicar onde jantar ou comprar itens de última hora.

Expeditioners arriving after 7.00 pm will find a welcome pack waiting for them at check-in. We ask you to visit our hospitality desk tomorrow between 8.00 am – 10.00 am.

O restante do tempo é livre. Todas as refeições de hoje ficam por sua conta.

Hospedagem designada: a confirmar

Hoje de manhã, tome o café da manhã e faça o check-out. Coloque nas suas malas de cabine as etiquetas de cabine, com o seu nome e o número da cabine bem legíveis. Leve as malas de cabine à recepção do hotel antes ou na hora do check-out. Sua bagagem fica guardada e é levada direto ao porto para liberação, e será colocada na sua cabine antes de você chegar a bordo. Mantenha seus objetos de valor e itens pessoais com você durante o dia.

Quem quiser participar do nosso passeio ao Lago Escondido hoje deve nos encontrar no saguão do hotel às 8h45. O passeio oferece um trajeto panorâmico inesquecível por grandes vales de origem glacial, florestas perenes e decíduas, cachoeiras e rios, na imensidão da Cordilheira dos Andes. Vamos sair da cidade de Ushuaia rumo ao nordeste da Terra do Fogo, passando por vales de turfeiras até chegar ao Passo Garibaldi, acessível só por uma estrada sinuosa que nos leva a um mirante. Daqui teremos vistas panorâmicas incríveis do Lago Escondido e, se o tempo permitir, do Lago Fagnano. Vamos começar a descida rumo ao nordeste até chegar à margem do Lago Fagnano, onde visitaremos uma estância local. Depois de apreciar a paisagem, você terá a chance de provar o típico cordeiro fueguino na brasa. Aproveite um tempo livre por lá antes de voltar a Ushuaia para o embarque no navio.

Ou, se preferir, aproveite o dia livre e encontre o grupo no saguão do hotel ou no ponto de encontro do estacionamento perto do píer (os detalhes serão passados pela nossa equipe local no hotel), para o traslado até o píer para o embarque.

Quando estiver a bordo, você terá tempo para se acomodar na cabine antes das importantes instruções obrigatórias. Quando o navio sair do porto, vamos nos reunir no convés para começar a nossa aventura com vistas espetaculares de Ushuaia e da Terra do Fogo.

This evening, get to know your fellow expeditioners and friendly expedition team and crew at a welcome dinner to celebrate the start of a thrilling adventure to Antarctica.

No início da travessia da Passagem de Drake, aproveitamos o tempo para nos acostumar com o movimento do mar. A nossa equipe de expedição prepara você para o primeiro desembarque com orientações importantes sobre a fauna e os procedimentos de biossegurança, e começa o programa de palestras para você aprender mais sobre a história, a fauna e o ambiente da Antártica.

Our wildlife experiences begin as we enjoy watching and photographing the many seabirds, including majestic albatrosses and giant petrels following our vessel. On sea days, you can enjoy the facilities on board the vessel including the gym, sauna and jacuzzis or relax in one of the observation lounges.

Nearing the South Shetland Islands and the tip of the Antarctic Peninsula on the afternoon of day four, the excitement is palpable with everyone converging on one of the observation decks watching for our first iceberg. The ocean takes on a whole new perspective once we are below the Antarctic Convergence and are surrounded by the surreal presence of floating ice sculptures. The memory of your first big iceberg sighting is likely to remain with you for a lifetime. Time and weather permitting, we may attempt our first landing in Antarctica by late afternoon.

Days 5-10 - Antarctic Peninsula and Antarctic Circle Crossing

É quase impossível descrever a sensação de chegar à Antártica. Avistar o seu primeiro iceberg e respirar fundo um dos ares mais puros e frescos do planeta é uma experiência que vai ficar com você para sempre.

Quando chegamos, o lado oeste da Península Antártica e as Ilhas Shetland do Sul estão aí para a gente explorar, com muitas opções à nossa disposição. Como estamos tão ao sul, teremos cerca de 18 a 24 horas de luz por dia, e os dias podem ser tão cheios quanto você quiser.

Sua equipe de expedição experiente, que já fez incontáveis viagens a esta região, usa todo o seu conhecimento para montar a sua viagem dia a dia, escolhendo as melhores opções de acordo com o tempo, as condições do gelo e as oportunidades de ver a fauna.

You will want to rug up before joining Zodiac cruises along spectacular ice cliffs or among grounded icebergs, keeping watch for whales, seals and porpoising penguins. Zodiacs will also transport you from the ship to land, where you can visit penguin rookeries, discover historic huts and explore some of our favourite spots along the peninsula.

While ashore we aim to stretch our legs, wandering along pebbly beaches or perhaps up snow-covered ridgelines to vantage points with mountains towering overhead and ice-speckled oceans below. If you have chosen an optional activity, you will have the option to do participate in the activity whenever conditions allow, and of course keen polar plungers will have the chance to fully immerse themselves in polar waters - conditions permitting! The polar plunge can take place at any time during the voyage, so listen out for the announcement from the expedition team and get ready for the most exhilarating dip of your life!

In addition to Zodiac cruises and shore excursions, we may ship cruise some of the narrow, dramatic straits separating offshore islands from the mainland, or linger in scenic bays to watch whales travelling or feeding. This is a great time to enjoy the observation lounge or make your way to the bridge (open at the captain’s discretion) for uninterrupted views of Antarctica in all its splendour. Listen out for the creak and deep rumble of glaciers as they carve. Take a quiet moment to experience the wonder of the pristine paradise of the splendid white continent.

On this voyage, under favourable conditions, we plan to cross the Antarctic Circle, an imaginary line located at latitude 66°33' south. This is certainly a special highlight for many expeditioners, and the moment will be celebrated with a toast on deck (conditions permitting). You have earned some boasting privileges, joining a small group of lucky adventurers who have ventured to this part of the world. As we approach The Circle, you will notice subtle changes in the landscape and in the distribution of wildlife. The waters at this time of year are rich with krill and we hope to see plenty of whales - particularly humpbacks and minkes. We also hope to enjoy the spectacle of penguins feeding their ravenous chicks.

Attend informative lectures to learn about South Georgia as we sail across the Scotia Sea. You may want to relax in the sauna or stay active in the gym; the choice is yours on how you want to enjoy days at sea.

As condições do mar e do tempo vão determinar hoje o horário da nossa chegada à Geórgia do Sul.

As you near the rugged island of South Georgia, spare a thought for Captain James Cook, who arrived here in 1775 and believed it to be the northern tip of a great southern continent! In fact, it is a small island only 176 km (110 mi) long, but with a 3,000 m (9,842 ft) snow-capped mountain range, some of the world’s largest congregations of wildlife and a truly fascinating human history, South Georgia is an island of incredible riches.

On approach, jagged mountain peaks rise steeply, while seabirds are often spotted soaring around the ship. We will sail down the coast, taking in the spectacular glaciated scenery. This enchanting coastline is yours to explore!

If time and weather conditions permit, en route we could pass close to Shag Rocks, a fascinating group of jagged rocky islets protruding from the sea, in the proximity of South Georgia.

Your experienced expedition team will use their local knowledge to plan your voyage from day to day, choosing the best options based on the prevailing weather, sea state and wildlife opportunities.

Remember to layer up before joining Zodiac excursions that may zip into craggy coves and along the rocky coastline in search of nesting penguins, seal haul-outs and bird cliffs. Remember to keep an eye out for South Georgia’s kelp forests as well - these remarkable underwater ecosystems are quite mesmerising as their fronds sway back and forth on the water’s surface.

Our Zodiacs will also transport ashore, where you can visit some of the largest king penguin colonies on Earth, take a guided walk among fur seals and elephant seals (making sure you listen to your guides and keep your distance!) and wander along pebbled streams and grassy glacial outwash plains. We also hope to visit the remnants of South Georgia’s thriving whaling stations and pay our respects to Sir Ernest Shackleton, whose incredible voyage of survival is synonymous with this island. If you have chosen an optional activity, you will have the option to do that whenever conditions allow.

In addition to Zodiac excursions and shore excursions, we may ship cruise through fjords with towering cliffs of ancient stone, or into deeply indented bays towards dramatic glacier fronts. This is a great time to find a comfy spot in the observation lounge or make your way to the bridge (open at the captain’s discretion) to enjoy uninterrupted views of South Georgia’s majestic coast.

Days 18-19 - At Sea

Between the Falklands~Malvinas and South Georgia, you will be enthralled by the ceaseless flight of the many seabirds that follow and circle the ship. Our onboard lecture program will continue with presentations from our team of experts. You can also enjoy the many facilities on the ship, borrow a book from our well-stocked library or perhaps stay active in the fitness centre.

Day 20 - At Sea / Falklands~Malvinas

As condições do mar e do tempo vão determinar hoje o horário da nossa chegada às Ilhas Malvinas.

The Falklands~Malvinas comprises two large islands (East and West Falkland), with over 700 islands scattered off the coast. All but seven of these are uninhabited, with windswept coastlines, white sand beaches and crystal-clear water. These beautifully barren islands are true wildlife havens, sheltering an impressive diversity of birdlife, including the largest black-browed albatross colony on earth. The cold, nutrient-rich waters surrounding the islands make this a prime location for spotting marine life.

Day 21 - Falklands~Malvinas

The Falklands~Malvinas comprises two large islands (East and West Falkland), with over 700 islands scattered off the coast. All but seven of these are uninhabited, with windswept coastlines, white sand beaches and crystal-clear water. These beautifully barren islands are true wildlife havens, sheltering an impressive diversity of birdlife, including the largest black-browed albatross colony on earth. The cold, nutrient-rich waters surrounding the islands make this a prime location for spotting marine life.

There are many beautiful areas to explore across the Falklands~Malvinas, each offering a unique perspective on this magnificent archipelago. Your experienced expedition team, who have made countless journeys to this area, will use their expertise to design your voyage from day to day, choosing the best options based on the prevailing winds, weather and wildlife opportunities.

We generally make landings or Zodiac excursions twice a day. Even though we are north of the Antarctic Convergence it can be quite chilly here, so you will want to layer up before joining Zodiac cruises into rocky coves or along sea cliffs, keeping watch for seals, sea lions, dolphins and penguins. Zodiacs will also shuttle you from the ship to land, where you may visit albatross colonies, penguin rookeries and perhaps even have a traditional English ‘tea and scones’ at a local cottage.

Conditions permitting, we plan to land in historic Stanley, the capital of the Falklands~Malvinas. This charming town has a distinctly British character, with terraced town houses, pioneer cottages and even an iconic red telephone box! Colourful buildings house cosy cafes, English pubs, souvenir shops, a post office and the fascinating Historic Dockyard Museum, with displays on the maritime history of the Falkland Islands, natural history and links to Antarctica.

Day 22 - At Sea

As we sail towards Ushuaia, you may choose to spend your precious time editing photos, enjoying the onboard facilities, or attend final lectures. Celebrate the end of an unforgettable voyage with newfound friends at a special Captain’s farewell dinner.

With lectures and film presentations to complete our Antarctic experience, there is still plenty of time to enjoy the magic of the Southern Ocean and the life that calls it home. There is time for reflection and discussion about what we have seen and experienced. We hope you become ambassadors for the Antarctic region, telling your family, friends and colleagues about your journey to this magical place, advocating for its conservation and preservation so that they might one day visit the region to experience what you have been lucky to see and do here.

No início da manhã, subimos o Canal de Beagle antes de atracar tranquilamente em Ushuaia, onde você pode desembarcar por volta das 8h. Despeça-se da equipe de expedição e dos outros passageiros enquanto todos seguem viagem, quem sabe com uma nova percepção do imenso poder da natureza.

Upon disembarkation, for those continuing their travels in the region, transportation to the hotel will be arranged exclusively for guests who have booked their accommodations through Aurora or for those staying in downtown areas near the port. Expeditioners departing on flights prior to 12.30 pm will be directly transferred to Ushuaia Airport, those with flights after 12.30 pm will have the opportunity to explore Ushuaia before an afternoon airport transfer, and the transfer procedures and details will be communicated onboard before disembarkation.

Observação: ao fim da viagem, não recomendamos reservar voos saindo de Ushuaia antes das 12h00 no dia do desembarque, caso haja atrasos.

INCLUÍDO NA EXPEDIÇÃO

• Todos os traslados de aeroporto mencionados no itinerário.
• Uma noite de hotel com café da manhã em Ushuaia, no Dia 1.
• Passeio ao Lago Escondido em Ushuaia, no Dia 2.
• Hospedagem a bordo durante a viagem, com arrumação diária da cabine.
• Todas as refeições, lanches, chá, café, refrigerantes e sucos durante a viagem.
• Cerveja e vinho da casa no jantar.
• Recepção de despedida do capitão, com jantar de quatro pratos, coquetéis da casa, cerveja e vinho da casa e bebidas não alcoólicas.
• Todas as excursões em terra e passeios de Zodiac.
• Palestras educativas e serviços de guia prestados pela equipe de expedição.
• Acesso gratuito ao médico de expedição e à clínica médica de bordo (consulta inicial).
• Uma jaqueta de expedição polar impermeável 3 em 1.
• Uso gratuito de botas Muck Boots durante a viagem.
• Informações completas antes da partida.
• Sobretaxas portuárias, licenças e taxas de desembarque.

• Wi-Fi*.
*Observe que viajamos para regiões remotas e, por isso, a conexão pode ser instável.

NÃO INCLUÍDO NA EXPEDIÇÃO

• Voos internacionais ou domésticos, a menos que especificados no itinerário.
• Traslados, a menos que especificados no itinerário.
• Taxas aeroportuárias de chegada ou partida.
• Taxas e custos de passaporte, visto, reciprocidade e vacinação.
• Seguro viagem ou custos de evacuação de emergência.
• Hospedagem em hotel e refeições, salvo indicação diferente no itinerário.
• Excursões opcionais e sobretaxas de atividades opcionais.
• Todos os itens de natureza pessoal, incluindo, entre outros, bebidas alcoólicas (fora do serviço de jantar), gorjetas, lavanderia, roupas pessoais, despesas médicas ou ligações telefônicas.

Note: A $15 USD per person per day gratuity for the crew is automatically added to your onboard account. It is at your discretion if you would like to remove the tip (or adjust the amount) when you settle your bill. It is not necessary to tip the expedition team members. This gratuity amount is included for suites as part of their ‘Suite Benefits’

É exigido um sinal não reembolsável de US$ 2.500 por pessoa em até 7 dias úteis após a reserva. O pagamento final deve ser feito pelo menos 90 dias antes da data de partida da expedição