Antarctica, Falklands and South Georgia (25 Days starting from $17,590)

Antarctica, Falklands and South Georgia

A 25-Day tour starting from $17,590

Length:	25 Days
Type:	Expedition
Category:	Antarctica Cruise
Operator:	Lindblad
Tour Code:	LB-AFG25

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About This Tour

Decades of exploring Antarctica and the surrounding region have given the Lindblad staff the expertise and time needed to uncover important landing sites beyond the Antarctic Peninsula that we now call on with ease: the South Orkney Islands, the wildlife-rich Falkland Islands and South Georgia, perhaps the ultimate destination for jaw-dropping scenery, boundless wildlife and the captivating history of Ernest Shackleton and his crew. Walk wild beaches as a hundred thousand king penguins go about their busy lives: calling for mates, flashing their bright colors in their courtship ritual. Take a rugged hike and go by Zodiac and kayak where few have gone before. This voyage will affect the way you tell stories about travel and wildlife adventures for years to come.

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1 night accomodations at the Grand Hyatt in Santiago, Chile

Santiago, Chile city tour

Accomodations aboard ships or in hotels per itinerary

All meals and non-alcoholic beverages on ship

Zodiac explorations

Experienced Expedition Leaders including historians, experts & undersea specialists.

Onboard each ship, you'll find Zodiacs, sea kayaks & snorkeling gear.

Lounge, library & wellness center onboard

Chefs create delicoius meals - using fresh, local and organic ingredients that reflect the cruisine of the places you visit.

DAY 1 — U.S./Santiago, Chile
Depart Miami this evening on an overnight flight to beautiful Santiago. We've found that Miami is a convenient gateway for most, but other air alternatives are available.

DAY 2 — Santiago/Grand Hyatt
This morning we arrive in Santiago, backed by the soaring Andes. Check into the gracious Grand Hyatt Santiago. In the afternoon, have a panoramic overview of the city including a visit to the Pre-Columbian Museum. Return to the Hyatt for dinner. (L,D)

DAY 3 — Santiago/Ushuaia, Argentina/Embark Ship
The morning's LAN Chile charter flight offers some rare views of Patagonia before landing in Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world. We'll have a traditional Argentinean barbecue for lunch and then board National Geographic Endeavour or National Geographic Explorer and set sail. (B,L,D)

DAY 4 — At Sea
Whales beneath, birds above, as you settle in to shipboard life. Spend time on deck or the bridge watching the sea. The ever-changing light presents endless photo possibilities. (B,L,D)

DAY 5 — At Sea/Antarctica
Our first landfall is at one of the many islands of the Antarctic Peninsula region, taking hikes and Zodiac forays with our Naturalists. (B,L,D)

DAY 6-10 — Antarctica
With nearly 24 hours of daylight at this time of year, we make the most of our five days exploring the Antarctic Peninsula and the surrounding islands. Our schedule is flexible, allowing us to take advantage of the unexpected. We’ll sail through the incomparable Lemaire Channel and land on the “White Continent.” (B,L,D)

DAY 11 — At Sea: Elephant Island
We pass the speck of land that is the legendary Elephant Island, an unforgettable part of the Shackleton story, where the crew of Endurance finally landed on April 24, 1916. From here, Shackleton and five men set sail for one of the most incredible stories of survival at sea: 700 miles across the Southern Ocean in a 22' long wooden sailboat. (B,L,D)

DAY 12 — At Sea
As we voyage south, watch for icebergs. There'll also be time to enjoy a wellness treatment, workout in the fitness center, or catch up on a book. Each day our Naturalists offer talks that add depth to your experience. (B,L,D)

DAY 13 — South Orkney Island
Mountainous and rugged, the South Orkneys are never quite free of pack ice and icebergs. Every rock site teems with penguins. Leopard seals can be seen and innumerable birds come here to nest and breed. (B,L,D)

DAY 14-17 — South Georgia
Renowned for its beauty and vast colonies of king penguins, this is also the final resting place for the legendary explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton. Teeming wildlife, breathtaking scenery and soaring cliffs filled with birdlife greet our ship. Hundreds of young Antarctic fur seals are on hand as our Zodiacs make landfall. At St. Andrew's Bay, you may come upon 100,000 king penguins. (B,L,D)

DAY 18-19 — At Sea
These days at sea give us a chance to reflect on all that we have seen iand experienced n South Georgia , and prepare for the exciting days ahead in the Falkland Islands. There'll be time to hear talks from our staff, read in the ship's cozy library, and search for whales from the Bridge. For the more indulgent, enjoy a rejuvenating massage with our licensed therapist, work out in the gym--or simply relax. (B,L,D)

DAY 20 — Port Stanley, Falkland Islands
See the photogenic tin-roofed, Victorian-style houses of Port Stanley. Visit the Anglican Cathedral with its organic archway of whalebones and the Falkland Islands Museum. (B,L,D)

DAY 21-22 — Falkland Islands
The Falklands boast the largest albatross colony in the world, irresistible Magellanic penguins in their burrows amid the green tussock grass and herds of enormous elephant seals. (B,L,D)

DAY 23 — At Sea Our last day at sea gives us a one more opportunity to watch for marine life, and a chance to reflect on all we have seen and heard, hearing talks from our staff and bringing to summary the colossal scope of this voyage. (B,L,D)

DAY 24 — Ushuaia, Argentina/Disembark/Santiago We disembark in Ushuaia and have some time to explore before boarding our exclusively chartered LAN Chile flight to Santiago, and the subsequent overnight flight to the U.S. (B,L)

DAY 25 — Arrive U.S./Home
Note: Voyage cost includes charter flights Santiago/Ushuaia/Santiago.

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Touring Date	Land Only	Land + Air	Single (Land Only)	Single (Land + Air)
1/21/2009 - 2/14/2009	$17,590
2/7/2009 - 3/3/2009	$17,590
11/15/2009 - 12/9/2009	$18,450
2/9/2010 - 3/5/2010	$18,450

This expedition operates on the National Geographic Explorer and the National Geographic Endeavor. Ships National Geographic Explorer The National Geographic Explorer will be a state-of-the-art expedition ship accommodating 148 guests in 81 outside cabins. It is fully stabilized, enabling it to navigate polar passages while providing comfort. Public areas include two restaurants, a lounge and bar, library, observation lounge, spa, fitness center, and sauna. A mud room with lockers provides storage for guests’ expedition gear.Measl are served in single seatings with unassigned tables for an informal atmosphere and easy mingling. Menu is international with local flair. All cabins face outside with windows or portholes. Each has private facilities and climate controls. National Geographic Endeavour Don’t let her accommodating public and private spaces, the posh quiet and rich collection of books in her Library, or the lavish observation space on her decks fool you — the National Geographic Endeavour is an expedition ship, designed for discovery and active exploration, not just passing-by. Public Areas: Doctor's Office; Fitness Center; Gift Shop; LEXspa; Library; Lounge with full-service bar and facilities for films, slide shows and presentations; and Swimming Pool. Our "Open Bridge" policy allows guests to learn about the art of navigation and state-of-the-art navigational equipment from our Captain and Officers. Meals: Served in single seatings with unassigned tables for an informal atmosphere and easy mingling. Menu is international with local flair. Cabins: All cabins face outside with windows or portholes. Each has private facilities and climate controls. Expedition Equipment: Hydrophone, kayaks, remotely operated vehicle (R.O.V.), snorkeling gear, Splash-Cam, SCUBA equipment on select itineraries, underwater video camera, video microscope, and Zodiac landing craft. Special Features: Internet access, business center, full-time Doctor, laundry service, an Undersea Specialist and Wellness Specialist, LEXspa Therapist and Video Chronicler Our “Open Bridge” policy allows guests to learn about the art of navigation and state-of-the-art navigational equipment from our Captain and Officers.

View magnificent mountains, towering icebergs and ice formations that make up the dramatic Antarctic landscape.

Cruise aboard sturdy Zodiac landing craft in search of leopard seals.

Kayak in protected waterws, paddling around icebergs as penguins swim nearby.

Walk ashore amid thousands of penguins, including gentoo, Adelie and chinstrap.

Explore the world's last great wilderness in the cmpany of a team of top naturalists.

This expedition operates on the National Geographic Explorer and the National Geographic Endeavor.

Ships
National Geographic Explorer
The National Geographic Explorer will be a state-of-the-art expedition ship accommodating 148 guests in 81 outside cabins. It is fully stabilized, enabling it to navigate polar passages while providing comfort.

Public areas include two restaurants, a lounge and bar, library, observation lounge, spa, fitness center, and sauna. A mud room with lockers provides storage for guests’ expedition gear.Measl are served in single seatings with unassigned tables for an informal atmosphere and easy mingling. Menu is international with local flair. All cabins face outside with windows or portholes. Each has private facilities and climate controls.

National Geographic Endeavour
Don’t let her accommodating public and private spaces, the posh quiet and rich collection of books in her Library, or the lavish observation space on her decks fool you — the National Geographic Endeavour is an expedition ship, designed for discovery and active exploration, not just passing-by.

Public Areas: Doctor's Office; Fitness Center; Gift Shop; LEXspa; Library; Lounge with full-service bar and facilities for films, slide shows and presentations; and Swimming Pool. Our "Open Bridge" policy allows guests to learn about the art of navigation and state-of-the-art navigational equipment from our Captain and Officers.
Meals: Served in single seatings with unassigned tables for an informal atmosphere and easy mingling. Menu is international with local flair.
Cabins: All cabins face outside with windows or portholes. Each has private facilities and climate controls.
Expedition Equipment: Hydrophone, kayaks, remotely operated vehicle (R.O.V.), snorkeling gear, Splash-Cam, SCUBA equipment on select itineraries, underwater video camera, video microscope, and Zodiac landing craft.
Special Features: Internet access, business center, full-time Doctor, laundry service, an Undersea Specialist and Wellness Specialist, LEXspa Therapist and Video Chronicler Our “Open Bridge” policy allows guests to learn about the art of navigation and state-of-the-art navigational equipment from our Captain and Officers.

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