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Embark on a luxurious expedition to the best far-flung destinations in the world aboard Prince Albert II, a purpose-built expedition ship unlike any other. Designed specifically for navigating waters in some of the world’s most remote destinations, including both of earth's polar regions, the 6,072-ton vessel boasts a strengthened hull with a Lloyd's Register ice-class notation (1A) for passenger ships.
With eight Zodiac boats, her 132 privileged guests can visit even the most off-the-beaten path locations. Experience the thrill of a true expedition aboard Prince Albert II. Venture deep into regions where other vessels cannot go whilst enjoying a privileged lifestyle that is simply second-to-none.
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| 22 Dec 2008 | Mon | Ushuaia, Argentina | | 5:00 PM |
| 23 Dec 2008 | Tue | Drake Passage | | |
| 24 Dec 2008 | Wed | Drake Passage | | |
| 25 Dec 2008 | Thu | Antarctic Peninsula | 7:00 AM | |
| 26 Dec 2008 | Fri | Antarctic Peninsula | | |
| 27 Dec 2008 | Sat | Antarctic Peninsula | | |
| 28 Dec 2008 | Sun | Antarctic Peninsula | | |
| 29 Dec 2008 | Mon | Antarctic Peninsula | | |
| 30 Dec 2008 | Tue | Antarctic Peninsula | | 5:00 PM |
| 31 Dec 2008 | Wed | Drake Passage | | |
| 01 Jan 2009 | Thu | Drake Passage | | |
| 02 Jan 2009 | Fri | Ushuaia, Argentina | 8:00 AM | |
| - Information above subject to change, please confirm details at time of booking. |
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Follow in the footsteps of brave and daring explorers with names like Roald Amundsen, James Weddell, James Clark Ross, and Ernest Shackleton on this - the Explorer's Antarctica.
A frosted wilderness of glistening white as far as the eye can see. Natural ice sculptures like enormous works of avant-garde art. This is the modern explorer's final frontier. Hear the cries of penguins multiplied by the thousands, watch leopard seals and sea lions perfectly at ease in the company of visitors, feel the unspeakable magnificence of a whale breaching from beneath cold ocean waters. Astounding animal encounters - opportunities found nowhere else on earth. And the best part of it all is that upon returning to our start point it will somehow seem different, because our journey has provided a true understanding between nature and voyager.
Port Highlights:
- USHUAIA, ARGENTINA
Tierra del Fuego might well be considered the "Land at the End of the World" but, for us today, it is just be the beginning. A spectacular jumping off point and return port for your Antarctic expedition.
- WEST POINT ISLAND, FALKLAND ISLANDS
CARCASS ISLANDS, FALKLAND ISLANDS
Watch for the distinctive black and white markings of the Commerson's dolphin as you approach West Point Island. Upon arrival, walk across rolling moorland and admire colonies of Black-browed albatrosses that nest side-by-side with feisty Rockhopper penguins. Learn about the island's unique vegetation including the rare Felton plant. The hospitable island owners are always happy to answer your questions and share their stories.
- STANLEY, FALKLAND ISLANDS
Stanley is the capital of the remote Falkland Islands, and has a distinct British ambience. Stroll through the charming streets of this colourful little town, lined with quaint cottages and a variety of traditional pubs. Visit the 19th-century Anglican cathedral, wander through the small local museum, and see the lingering reminders of the 1986 Falklands War.
- SOUTH GEORGIA ISLAND
This breathtaking destination of towering snow-covered mountains, mighty glaciers, and low-lying grasslands attracts an astounding concentration of wildlife: Southern fur seals, Southern elephant seals and a variety of albatross species including Black-browed, Light-mantled sooty, Grey-headed and the spectacular Wandering albatross, plus thousands of King and Macaroni penguins.
- SOUTH ORKNEY ISLANDS
Long known as the ‘Inaccessible Islands', the South Orkneys remain one of the globe's most remote land masses and are the habitat for almost 200,000 pairs of Adelie penguins, 600,000 Chinstraps, and about 11,000 Gentoos. Giant and Cape petrels, Blue-eyed shags, and Kelp gulls nest in the cliffs. The South Orkney Islands also have two scientific stations, Orcadas, on Laurie Island, belonging to Argentina, and Signy, a British station.
- ELEPHANT ISLAND, SOUTH SHETLAND ISLANDS
Awesome glaciers flecked with pink algae greet us as we approach Elephant Island – so named for its abundance of Elephant seals. When Ernest Shackleton's ship Endurance was crushed in pack ice in the Weddell Sea, the crew was stranded here for 105 days in 1916. Elephant Island is home to several Chinstrap penguin rookeries, as well as 2,000-year old moss colonies. Weddell Seals, Gentoo, and Macaroni penguins can also be found on the spit of land Shackleton's men named 'Point Wild'.
- ANTARCTIC PENINSULA
Beyond the furthest reaches of Tierra del Fuego and beyond imagination lies the last great frontier – Antarctica's vast white wilderness. Landscapes formed by the harshest wrath of nature, yet blessed by an isolated independence. A place unlike anywhere else on earth, where unique nature and wildlife species exist and, in fact thrive despite the harsh climate. Witness the dramatic beauty of spectacular iceberg sculptures, marvel at calving glaciers and experience up-close encounters with marine mammals. Watch for seals sunbathing on slow-moving ice floes and for Humpback, Minke, and Orca whales breaching from below the frigid waters. Each day we will attempt at least two Zodiac departures, and, if conditions permit, will visit a variety of penguin rookeries and scientific research stations. Perhaps a Zodiac cruise amidst colourful icebergs or a special excursion with the expert guest naturalist will be the highlight of your day's agenda.
- DRAKE PASSAGE
The Drake Passage has a notorious reputation for its turbulent seas due to the Antarctic Convergence, a natural boundary where cold polar water flows northward and warmer equatorial water moves southward. When they meet, nutrients are pushed to the surface, often attracting a multitude of seabirds and whales. Spend some time on deck watching the horizon and the variety of seabirds that float in the air currents of our ship's wake such as the Black-browed albatross, Sooty shearwaters and White-chinned petrels.
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