Active adventures in Antarctica aboard the Plancius ship

Embark on a journey that can change your understanding of the world! 

Antarctica is one of the most interesting corners of our planet, where incredible landscapes, unique fauna and the opportunity to feel like a true discoverer await you. 

You will begin your adventure in Ushuaia, from where you will travel through the legendary Drake Strait to the mysterious White Continent. Landings, encounters with penguins, whales and seals are waiting for you, as well as the opportunity to spend the night in a tent on the icy shore. 

This is a journey for those who are looking for real emotions and are ready to challenge themselves!

Location

Tierra del Fuego, Ushuaia
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$7,865
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Duration
13 Days
12 Nights
Departures
  • Group departures
or
Accommodation
  • Cabin on the boat
    11 nights
Comfort
  • Premium
Difficulty
Moderate
Involves moderate physical activity
Group
Up to 116 tourists
Minimum age
3 years old
Group meet at
Tierra del Fuego, Ushuaia
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Tour highlights

Overnight on the coast of Antarctica
You can spend the night in a tent under the Antarctic sky and feel like a part of the wild.
Icy splendor
Admire the giant icebergs, shimmering in all shades of blue and white
Extreme sensations
Experience kayaking among icebergs or snowshoeing to the top of the icy hills.
Extraordinary fauna
You will see humpback whales gracefully emerging from the icy waters, as well as visit penguin colonies and observe their funny habits.
The southernmost post office
Get the opportunity to please your loved ones with a postcard from Port Lockroy, the southernmost post office in the world
The legendary Drake Strait
You will pass through the famous strait, where you can watch whales and seabirds playfully hovering near the ship.

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Ushuaia, Argentina

    In the afternoon, boarding your expedition vessel.

    Getting to know the crew and expedition personnel on board.

    Your guides will inform you about all the details of your trip to Antarctica on board the ship.

  • Day 2 - Drake Strait
  • Day 3 - Drake Strait
  • Day 4 - Antarctic Peninsula
  • Day 5 - Antarctic Peninsula
  • Day 6 - Antarctic Peninsula
  • Day 7 - Antarctic Peninsula
  • Day 8 - Antarctic Peninsula
  • Day 9 - Antarctic Peninsula
  • Day 10 - Drake Strait
  • Day 11 - Drake Strait
  • Day 12 - Ushuaia, Argentina
Difficulty
Involves moderate physical activity

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Cabin on the boat
    11 nights
Comfort
  • Premium

The tour includes accommodation on an ice-class expedition vessel "Plancius".

The cost of the tour for 1 person depends on the cabin category:

Cabin categoryCruise cost 
four-seaterOut of stock
triple roomOut of stock
double room with portholeOut of stock
double room with window7 000 €
deluxeOut of stock
superior7 950 €

The ice-class expedition vessel Plancius was built in 1976 for the Danish Navy. The ship has been completely refitted to accommodate passengers comfortably on expedition cruises. In 2010, she went on Antarctic cruises for the first time. Currently, Plancius is a comfortable ice—class passenger ship that fully meets all SOLAS requirements.

The crew is international and consists of 17 people. The service staff consists of 19 people, 8 members of the expedition team (the expedition leader, and 7 lecturer guides) and a doctor. 

The vessel is perfectly equipped for expedition cruises: a full set of Zodiac inflatable boats, kayaks and even diving equipment.

There is a restaurant, a lounge bar with panoramic windows and a lecture hall on board.

Technical specifications:

  • Length — 89 m.
  • The width is 14.5 m.
  • The draft is 5 m.
  • The tonnage is 3,211 tons.
  • The speed is 10.5 knots.
  • The crew consists of 47 people.
  • Passengers — 116 people.
  • The ice class is 1D.
  • The year of construction is 1976.
  • The renovation year is 2019 (partially).
  • The flag is the Netherlands.
Four-person cabin or Triple cabin or 11 nights
Four-person cabin

It can accommodate up to 4 passengers per cabin. 

In the cabin:

  • the porthole;
  • 2 upper and 2 lower beds;
  • shower, toilet;
  • table and chair;
  • fan;
  • wardrobe;
  • flat-screen TV;
  • phone and Wi-fi (extra chargepayment).
Another option
Triple cabin

It can accommodate up to 3 passengers per cabin. 

In the cabin:

  • the porthole;
  • 1 upper and 2 lower berths;
  • shower, toilet;
  • table and chair;
  • fan;
  • wardrobe;
  • flat-screen TV;
  • phone and Wi-fi (extra chargepayment).
Another option
Double cabin with porthole

It can accommodate up to 2 passengers per cabin. 

In the cabin:

  • the porthole;
  • 2 lower berths;
  • shower, toilet;
  • table and chair;
  • fan;
  • wardrobe;
  • flat-screen TV;
  • phone and Wi-fi (extra chargepayment).
Another option
Double cabin with window

It can accommodate up to 2 passengers per cabin. 

In the cabin:

  • window;
  • 2 lower berths;
  • shower, toilet;
  • table and chair;
  • fan;
  • wardrobe;
  • flat-screen TV;
  • phone and Wi-fi (extra chargepayment).
Another option
Deluxe cabin

It can accommodate up to 2 passengers per cabin. 

In the cabin:

  • 2 windows;
  • 2 lower berths;
  • shower, toilet;
  • table and chair;
  • fan;
  • wardrobe;
  • flat-screen TV;
  • phone and Wi-fi (extra chargepayment).
Another option
Superior cabin

It can accommodate up to 2 passengers per cabin. 

In the cabin:

  • 2 windows;
  • double bed;
  • sofa;
  • shower, toilet;
  • table and chair;
  • fan;
  • fridge;
  • tea and coffee making set;
  • wardrobe;
  • flat-screen TV;
  • phone and Wi-fi (extra chargepayment).

Tour conditions

Group
up to 116 tourists
Minimum age
3 years old
Duration
13 days 12 nights
Group meets at
Tierra del Fuego, Ushuaia

Included in price

  • accommodation on board in a cabin of the selected category;
  • full board on board, coffee and tea;
  • all landings and excursions on the Zodiac;
  • all additional options: active adventures (kayaking, camping, climbing, photo school, snowshoeing);
  • lecturer and expedition team services;
  • rubber boots rental;
  • main port charges;
  • information materials before the cruise.

Paid extra

  • international flight to Ushuaia and back; 
  • any activities ashore before and after the cruise;
  • visa support;
  • Medical insurance is required to cover emergency evacuation from hard-to-reach places.;
  • Personal expenses: bar, communication, laundry;
  • tips.

It's important to know

Personal equipment you need for the tour

For our compatriots, choosing clothes for polar expedition cruises is not difficult: our winter sportswear is quite suitable for the climatic conditions during most of our trips. Thermal underwear, wind and waterproof clothing, and rubber boots will become a reliable foundation for your comfort in the polar regions.

Layering in clothing is the most important thing in Arctic expeditions. It is better to wear several light garments than one very warm one. This will help you optimally adapt to temperature changes: it is always easier to take off a layer of clothing if you feel hot, or put on something else if it gets chilly.

  • The base layer

Choose thermal underwear made of merino wool or polypropylene, depending on the temperature of the region and the planned activity level.

  • The middle layer

Wool or fleece sweaters, longsleeves, turtlenecks to create layers of clothing. The middle layers can be worn both under the park on landings and on board the ship.

  • The top layer

Windproof and waterproof parka and trousers. The park can be single-layered (insulated with protection from wind and water) or double-layered (consisting of a warm layer and an upper wind and water protection layer).

  • Shoes and accessories

Rubber boots (regular or insulated) are the most suitable option for expeditions. Bring several pairs of gloves/mittens (1 light, 1 warm waterproof, 1 spare), a hat, scarf/ buff, several pairs of warm (for example, wool) and regular socks.

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