Emperor penguins in the Wedell Sea. Antarctica Cruise

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Welcome to an exciting cruise with a guaranteed Russian group!

An incredibly exciting adventure awaits you on the icebreaker Le Commandant Charcot, which is able to pass through the pack and shelf ice to the penguin colony on Snow Hill. Biologist Konstantin Novikov will accompany your group on this cruise.

This cruise is definitely worth your attention, as it will give you the opportunity to see emperor penguins, land on inflatable boats, visit the islands beyond the Arctic circle of Antarctica, go hiking, see the picturesque landscapes and appreciate the beauty of wildlife, take a polar dive without a suit, polar swimming in a dry suit and take participation in the work of scientists.

Location

Chile, Santiago

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Tour highlights

New knowledge

Take part in a scientific and educational program from invited naturalist guides.

The diversity of the animal world

Go in search of encounters with emperor penguins, humpback whales, Antarctic penguins and seals

The famous Strait

Use the days spent in the Drake Strait to get to know the icebreaker and gain new knowledge about Antarctica.

Incredible landscapes

You will visit the very region where glaciers, icebergs and ice shelves amaze the imagination.

Active leisure

Get the opportunity to go kayaking, hiking or snowshoeing, or polar diving without a suit.

Interesting locations

Make landings on Zodiac inflatable boats

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival in Santiago. Accommodation at the hotel
Arrival in Santiago (Chile).
Transfer to the hotel booked by the company.
Supper.
Day 2 - Flight from Santiago to Ushuaia. Boarding the ship
Transfer to the airport for departure to Ushuaia.
Flight in economy class.
Transfer from Ushuaia Airport to the port.
Ushuaia is the gateway to the White Continent. This city, located at the southernmost tip of South America in Argentine Patagonia, is often referred to as "the end of the world."
The city is quite small, and you can walk around it. There are several small museums, as well as pubs, restaurants and cafes — a good place to try steaks cooked over an open fire.
In the afternoon, boarding the ship.
Day 3 - Drake Strait
Use the days spent in the Drake Strait to get to know your icebreaker and gain new knowledge about Antarctica.
The expedition leader will provide security briefings and explain everything you need to know about zodiac landings.
Lectures on Antarctic history and wildlife will be an opportunity for you to learn more about this magical region, where every cruise is a unique experience.

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Day 4 - Drake Strait
We continue to explore the yacht and information about Antarctica.
From the captain's bridge, you will be able to see the journey through the eyes of the captain before joining naturalist guides on the open decks to observe the albatrosses, Cape petrels and other seabirds that will accompany us in the Drake Strait.

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Day 5 - The Northern Antarctic Peninsula
During your stay in the north of the Antarctic Peninsula, you will find yourself in the heart of an impressive decor in delicate shades of blue and white, surrounded by extraordinary wildlife.
You will sail through the Antarctic Sound, named after the ship of the Swedish explorer Otto Nordenskiold, who was trapped in ice during an important scientific expedition in 1902.
This sound, which is the gateway to the Weddell Sea, is filled with giant icebergs and slabs of sea ice drifting north from the coastal areas of this vast sea.
Adelie penguins and a large number of leopard seals live here.

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Day 6 - Exploring the Weddell Sea
From days 6 to 11 of the cruise, you will explore the Weddell Sea.
Impassable, extreme and mesmerizing: This is the best way to describe the Weddell Sea, most of which is covered with a layer of thick, dense ice. It is a challenge and a privilege to sail this sea. Polar research takes on its full significance here.

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Day 7 - Exploring the Weddell Sea
Heading south is a real quest that promises intense encounters with the endemic fauna of the continent.
This is the kingdom of the emperor penguin, the largest penguin in the world, known for its elegance.
Unlike other penguins that live on rocks, the imperial nests on an ice floe, which is necessary for its reproductive cycle. Therefore, it is on the ice floe that you will be able to observe how he walks with a characteristic gait.

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Day 8 - Exploring the Weddell Sea
In this southern sea, where the ice is constantly changing and transforming, there is never a monotony.
New reliefs and new colors guarantee endless wonder.

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Day 9 - Exploring the Weddell Sea
You will enter the iceberg alley.
Among them are huge blocks of ice and flat icebergs that drift and illuminate the ocean with their azure-blue halos.

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Day 10 - Exploring the Weddell Sea
On board, on shore, and on the ice, you will be as close as possible to colonies of Adelie penguins, Weddell seals, minke whales, killer whales, and snow petrels…

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Day 11 - Exploring the Weddell Sea
If you're lucky, you might see a rare silver-furred Ross seal or emperor penguins waddling along the edge of an ice floe. The sight is as mesmerizing as it is emotional.

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Day 12 - Drake Strait
We cross the Drake Strait again, and the silhouettes of Antarctica melt away behind us, leaving memories that will now be with you forever.
Our team will continue to show presentations about the nature of these places, including, if possible, slide shows with highlights from our trip.

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Day 13 - Drake Strait
You will have the opportunity to recall once again everything that happened to you these days and chat over a cup of coffee with the acquaintances you acquired on the ship.

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Day 14 - Arrival in Ushuaia and charter to Santiago
We arrive at the port early in the morning, and our journey is over.
A transfer will take you to the airport, from where you will take a charter flight to Santiago, the capital of Chile.

Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Tour organizer's comments

Special physical training is not required, but it is necessary to adequately assess your physical abilities, since you will be away from the continent.

Accommodation

Hotel

1 night
Cabin on the boat

12 nights

Comfort

Premium

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The tour includes accommodation for one night in a hotel in Santiago and 12 nights on the luxury icebreaker Le Commandant-Charcot.

Prices are dynamic. Check the availability of seats and the price at the time of booking with the manager.

The cost of the tour for 1 person, depending on the accommodation, euros:

Cabin category	Cost per person
Prestige on Deck 6	28 090
Prestige on Deck 7	28 600
Prestige on Deck 8	29 110
Deluxe Suite on the 6th deck	29 860
Deluxe Suite on the 7th deck	31 120
Deluxe Suite on the 8th deck	32 130
Prestige Suite on the 7th deck	Out of stock
Prestige Suite on Deck 8	Out of stock
Grand Prestige Suite on Deck 6	Out of stock
Private Suite on Deck 8	45 730
Duplex Suite	62 110
The Shipowner's Suite	Out of stock

The price includes a 5% discount on early booking. The cost can be changed at any time without prior notification. The price is indicated for 1 passenger with double occupancy.

LE COMMANDANT CHARCOT
This is the newest and most luxurious icebreaker in the world. It is equipped with a hybrid engine combining the use of liquefied natural gas and electric generators, which minimizes the impact of tourist cruises on the nature of remote regions.

With a total of 135 cabins, including 31 suites with panoramic balconies, Le Commandant-Charcot invites you to plunge into a cozy and sophisticated atmosphere. You will enjoy the unsurpassed cuisine of two restaurants, relaxation in the indoor pool surrounded by a winter garden, and relaxation in the spa area with sauna.

COMMON AREAS

Le Commandant-Charcot has a large number of common areas designed and equipped to meet all your needs, while protecting the personal space of each passenger.

The reception area has an area of 177 sq. m. there are:

reception desk/concierge service;
forwarding bureau;
ship's administrative services;
sales office headed by a tourism manager;
a boutique where you can buy clothes, jewelry, beauty products, postcards and accessories;
photo booth.

LOUNGE AREAS

The main lounge area of 302 sq. m. includes a cigar room of 28 sq. m., a tea corner and a bar with live music on selected evenings;
panoramic bar and lounge area of 400 sq. m.;
an outdoor bar.

RECREATION AND ENTERTAINMENT AREAS

Fitness and beauty area:

fitness room: elliptical machines, treadmills, bicycles;
beauty salon and spa: hairdresser, massage rooms, sauna, snow room, manicure room.

Swimming area:

indoor swimming pool with winter garden;
outdoor swimming pool.

Lecture hall:

capacity 270-276 people;
venue for conferences and live concerts;
the latest audio and video technologies.

Other common areas:

library;
medical center;
16 Zodiac boats.

The tour provides accommodation for one night in Santiago before the cruise.

Prestige on deck 6-8

Area: 20 sq. m.

It can accommodate up to 2 passengers per cabin.

A king-size bed (180x200) or two single beds (90x200) and a TV;
Bathroom with shower;
Panoramic sliding bay window;
A separate glazed balcony of 5 sq. m.

Another option

Deluxe Suite on Deck 6-8

Area: 28 sq. m.

It can accommodate up to 2 passengers per cabin.

A relaxation area with a chaise longue and two armchairs;
A king-size bed (180x200) or two single beds (90x200) and a TV;
Bathroom with shower;
Panoramic sliding bay window;
A separate glazed balcony of 5 sq. m.

Another option

Prestige Suite on deck 7, 8

Area: 40 sq. m.

It can accommodate up to 4 passengers per cabin.

Living room with sofa, armchair, TV and sliding door;
A king-size bed (180x200) or two single beds (90x200) and a TV;
Two bathrooms with shower;
Two panoramic sliding bay windows;
Private balcony of 10 sq. m.

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Another option

Privacy Suite on Deck 8

Area: 48 sq. m.

Capacity for up to 4 passengers per cabin:

Priority boarding;
Champagne and fruit basket on arrival;
Butler's Services;
An assortment of sweet or salty canapes and a fruit basket every day;
Living room with sofa bed, armchair and sliding door;
A Samsung tablet connected to Wi-Fi;
Bedroom with a king-size bed (180x200) or two single beds (90x200) and a TV;
Bathroom with shower and balneo-bathtub;
Two panoramic sliding doors and a window;
Private glazed balcony of 12.5 sq. m.;
Two Swarovski CL Companion 10 x 30 binoculars.

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Another option

Duplex Suite

Area: 94 sq. m.

It can accommodate up to 4 passengers per cabin.

Private transfer before/after the cruise;
Priority boarding;
Champagne and fruit basket on arrival;
Butler's Services;
An assortment of sweet or salty canapes and a fruit basket every day;
Living room with armchairs, sofa bed, steam fireplace and TV;
Dining room with a table for 6 people;
Mini bar with RIEDEL crystal glasses;
A Samsung tablet connected to Wi-Fi;
Bedroom with a king-size bed (180x200) or two single beds (90x200) and a TV;
Bathroom with shower and balneo-bathtub;
Five panoramic windows and a panoramic swing door;
Private terrace of 26 sq. m.: open living room with sofa and armchairs, Jacuzzi;
Two Swarovski CL Companion 10 x 30 binoculars.

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Another option

The Shipowner's Suite

Area: 115 sq. m.

It can accommodate up to 6 passengers per cabin.

Private transfer before/after the cruise;
Priority boarding;
Champagne and fruit basket on arrival;
Butler's Services;
Spacious terrace with Jacuzzi;
An assortment of sweet or salty canapes and a fruit basket every day;
Bedroom with a king-size bed (180x200) or two single beds (90x200) and a TV;
A living room with armchairs, two sofa beds, a steam fireplace and a TV;
Desk and bookcase;
A Samsung tablet connected to Wi-Fi;
Dining room with a table for 6 people;
Mini bar with RIEDEL crystal glasses;
Bathroom with shower and balneo-bathtub;
1 hour at the spa for one person in the wellness center;
Private terrace of 186 square meters: hot tub, 2 sofas and a dining table;
Two panoramic sliding bay windows;
Two Swarvoski CL Companion 10 x 30 binoculars;
The Swarovski Optik ST VISTA telescope.

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Another option

Grand Prestige Suite Deck 6

Area: 42 sq. m.

It can accommodate up to 2 passengers per cabin.

Priority boarding;
Champagne and fruit basket on arrival;
Butler's Services;
An assortment of sweet or salty canapes and a fruit basket every day;
Living room with sofa and TV;
A Samsung tablet connected to Wi-Fi;
Bedroom with a king-size bed (180x200) or two single beds (90x200) and a TV;
Bathroom with shower and balneo-bathtub;
Panoramic sliding bay window;
A separate glazed balcony of 5 sq. m.;
Two Swarovski CL Companion 10 x 30 binoculars.

Tour conditions

Group

up to 200 tourists

Minimum age

8 years old

Duration

14 days 13 nights

Group meets at

Chile, Santiago

Included in price

overnight at a hotel in Santiago before the cruise;
charter flight Santiago – Ushuaia – Santiago;
Ushuaia Transfers;
accommodation in the cabin of the selected category;
all inclusive meals on board (including dinner on the first day and breakfast on the last);
welcome cocktail with the captain and farewell gala dinner;
evening entertainment program;
outdoor bar;
services of an experienced expedition team;
landings according to the program;
expedition jacket as a gift;
rubber boots rental;
airport fees;
port charges.

Paid extra

international flights to and from Santiago;
tips – 12 € per day per person, payable before the cruise;
compulsory medical insurance – 10 € per day per person;
Personal expenses: laundry, communication, spa, doctor's services on board;
visa support (if required).

It's important to know

The main factor when choosing clothes on board a ship is convenience. Clothing can be casual or informal.

Take windproof and waterproof outerwear with you.

Do not take tight clothes with you that do not leave room for the air layer, which is an excellent insulator.

Wool, silk, and some modern synthetic fibers, such as polar fleece, retain heat better than cotton.

Check if you have taken everything.:

You will be given a polar jacket on board;
You will be provided with rubber boots on board;
warm underwear;
warm trousers (jeans are suitable for wearing on board and for excursions);
waterproof trousers for boating and land walks (wear them over your regular trousers);
a wool sweater or a fleece jacket;
mittens and gloves;
a woolen hat;
warm socks;
comfortable moisture-resistant boots with ribbed soles;
sneakers or boots. It is forbidden to wear flip-flops on board for safety reasons.
waterproof backpack for disembarkation;
sunglasses with UV protection;
face and lip protection cream;
bathing suit;
camera and memory cards;
An extra pair of your optical glasses;
medical supplies prescribed by a doctor with a few extra days to spare;
plastic bag with zipper or camera clip;
multiple T-shirts to wear on board and on landings;
binoculars for observing wild animals;
battery pack;
a notebook and a pen.

Perfect clothes.

It is recommended to wear comfortable casual clothes on board during the day. Since the entire vessel is air-conditioned, a jumper, light jacket or shawl may be required. When you are in public places and on deck, it is best to wear light, comfortable shoes.

An informal evening.

In the evening, smart casual clothes are recommended, especially during dinner in a restaurant where it is not allowed to wear shorts and T-shirts. For women: dress, skirt or trousers, shirt or blouse, jumper. For men: trousers or chinos, sports jacket, shirt and jumper.

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$32,516

10 – 23 Nov 14 days 13 nights

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Emperor penguins in the Wedell Sea. Antarctica Cruise

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