Antarctica, South Georgia, the Falkland Islands and South Atlantic (21 Days starting from $9,695)

Antarctica, South Georgia, the Falkland Islands and South Atlantic

A 21-Day tour starting from $9,695

Length:	21 Days
Type:	Expedition
Category:	Antarctica Cruise
Operator:	Abercrombie and Kent
Tour Code:	AK81122

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About This Tour

Experience the spectacular courtship rituals of penguins and seabirds, wildflowers on the Falklands and South Georgia, and the highest level research activity.

What's Included
Itinerary
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Peace of mind with an on-site office in Buenos Aires providing support 24/7

Immediate check-in on Day 2 at your hotel in Buenos Aires regardless of arrival time (unlike most other tour operators), to ensure your holiday begins with comfort and ease

Spacious accommodations and state-of-the- art comfort aboard 'Minerva' (formerly 'Explorer II')

Complimentary parka and backpack

Open bar on board (excepting premium spirits)

Smoother Drake Passage crossing, courtesy of ship's stabilizers

All gratuities included

Post-cruise journal of your voyage

Double hulled Ice Class vessel with an ice rating (Italian RINA Class 1-D) that exceeds the requirement for operating safely in Antarctica.

Equipped with the latest navigation, communication and safety equipment, including a GMDSS emergency communication system and a satellite weather system, receiving real-time satellite images of weather and ice conditions.

Lifeboats are enclosed and equipped with survival gear, blankets, food and water.

DAY 1: USA or Canada/Buenos Aires, Argentina
Depart on your flight to Buenos Aires, Argentina.

DAY 2: Buenos Aires
Arrive this morning and transfer to your hotel, where immediate check-in has been arranged. Have time to relax before this afternoon's optional city tour. Meet your fellow adventurers this evening for a welcome cocktail reception. InterContinental Buenos Aires B

DAY 3: Buenos Aires
Join your ship today and settle in for a first night on board. MV 'Minerva' (formerly called 'Explorer II') B L D

DAYS 4-6: At sea
Your journey to the Falkland Islands is an exciting one, as you join the Captain on the bridge or spot wildlife from the deck - these krill-rich waters are a particular favorite with marine mammals and seabirds. MV 'Minerva' B L D

DAY 7-8: Falkland Islands
The Falklands offer a chance to step back in time to a place where nature reigns. Spend the day on nature walks to penguin rookeries and other unspoiled wildlife habitats, or perhaps stroll the village streets of Stanley. MV 'Minerva' B L D

DAYS 9-10: Cruising the South Atlantic
As the ship approaches South Georgia, deck-side sightings of marine mammals and other wildlife become more frequent. MV 'Minerva' B L D

DAYS 11-12: South Georgia
South Georgia is actually a nearly submerged continuation of the Andes mountain range, and your days here are spent exploring its glacier-carved coves and rugged shores. Weather permitting, enjoy a visit to impressive Salisbury Plain, St. Andrews Bay or Gold Harbour - home to a vast colony of stately king penguins. MV 'Minerva' B L D

DAYS 13-14: Cruising the Scotia Sea
Lecturers recap your adventures in South Georgia while the ship passes through waters filled with marine mammals. MV 'Minerva' B L D

DAYS 15-17: Antarctica
As conditions permit, the ship's itinerary calls for landings on the Antarctic Peninsula and a number of South Shetland Islands, including Cuverville, Paulet, and Deception Island. There are also plans to sail through Paradise Bay and the Lemaire Channel, with other possibilities for exploration, including a scientific research station. MV 'Minerva' B L D

DAYS 18-19: Drake Passage
Return through Drake Passage where there are more opportunities for observing marine and bird life. It's also a good opportunity to reflect on your journey with fellow travellers on deck. MV 'Minerva' B L D

DAY 20: Ushuaia, Argentina/Buenos Aires
Disembark after breakfast and head out to explore Tierra del Fuego's spectacular wilderness before transferring to the airport. B

DAY 21: USA or Canada
Connect to a home-bound flight. Due to the nature of adventure cruising, this itinerary is subject to change based on weather, ice, wildlife and other conditions beyond A&K's control.

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Touring Date	Land Only	Land + Air	Single (Land Only)	Single (Land + Air)
11/20/2009 - 12/10/2009	$10,295

The price shown is in USD. Price is per person, based on double occupancy. Expedition #91122 November 20, 2009 Category SB, Standard Twin occupancy..... $10,295 Single supplement..... $2,600 Category B, Standard Twin occupancy..... $11,195 Single supplement..... $2,800 Category SA, Standard Twin occupancy..... $12,195 Single supplement..... $3,600 Category A, Standard Twin occupancy..... $13,095 Single supplement..... $3,850 Category SP, Superior Twin occupancy..... $16,195 Single supplement..... $7,750 Category D, Deluxe Twin occupancy..... $18,795 Single supplement..... $13,350 Category S, Suite Twin occupancy..... $21,295 Single supplement..... $20,200 Category OS, Owners' Suite Twin occupancy..... $25,395 Single supplement..... $24,300

If conditions permit, landings on the Antarctic Peninsual and a number of South Shetland Islands including Cuverville, Paulet and Deception Island.

Paradise Bay & Lemaire Channel

Visit a scientific research station

The price shown is in USD. Price is per person, based on double occupancy.

Expedition #91122 November 20, 2009

Category SB, Standard

Twin occupancy..... $10,295
Single supplement..... $2,600

Category B, Standard

Twin occupancy..... $11,195
Single supplement..... $2,800

Category SA, Standard

Twin occupancy..... $12,195
Single supplement..... $3,600

Category A, Standard

Twin occupancy..... $13,095
Single supplement..... $3,850

Category SP, Superior

Twin occupancy..... $16,195
Single supplement..... $7,750

Category D, Deluxe

Twin occupancy..... $18,795
Single supplement..... $13,350

Category S, Suite

Twin occupancy..... $21,295
Single supplement..... $20,200

Category OS, Owners' Suite

Twin occupancy..... $25,395
Single supplement..... $24,300

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