Itinerary
DAY 1 | ARRIVE IN BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA Upon arriving in this splendid city, known for its vibrant Argentinian culture, European architecture and cosmopolitan vibe, you will independently transfer to your group hotel (pre-expedition hotel night included in mandatory transfer package). DAY 2 | FLY TO USHUAIA AND EMBARK After an early breakfast at the hotel, the group will transfer to the airport and board our private charter flight to Ushuaia, Argentina. Upon arrival, you will be transferred from the airport to a central downtown location to explore this quaint port town on your own before making your way to the designated meeting spot pier. After a late afternoon embarkation, you will sail along the historic Beagle Channel,
which transects the Tierra del Fuego archipelago in the extreme south of South America. Excitement builds in anticipation of your next stop: the Antarctic!
Buenos Aires
Santiago
ARGENTINA
DAYS 3 & 4 | CROSSING THE DRAKE PASSAGE
CHILE
The unpredictable and exciting Drake Passage is an adventure unto itself. While being well taken care of by our expert onboard staff and leaders, you’ll have plenty of time to gaze out at the ocean, take pictures of seabirds swooping around the ship, and get to know your Expedition Team and fellow travelers. DAYS 5–9 | SOUTH SHETLAND ISLANDS AND ANTARCTIC PENINSULA Once the Drake Passage is left in our wake and the South Shetland Islands come into view, your Antarctic adventure truly begins. You will begin to appreciate why this region has long captivated the
Atlantic Ocean
Ushuaia
Punta Arenas
South Shetland Islands
Drake Passage
Anvers Island Lemaire Channel
Weddell Sea
Antarctic Peninsula
ANTARCTIC EXPLORER Discovering the 7th Continent On board the Ultramarine Flights to/from Buenos Aires
Call your Travel Professional or a Quark Polar Travel Adviser at 1.888.892.0073 | Visit QuarkExpeditions.com for additional details
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