Lindblad Expeditions Cruises, Antarctica Falklands and South Georgia, Cruise Vacation Package
Duration: 25 Days / 24 Nights Priced From: $17,590 Per Person Double Occupancy Dates: Dec - Feb, Nov, Feb Ship: National Geographic Explorer

 In addition to our week of exploration in Antarctica, this voyage incorporates one day in the South Orkneys, two days in the wildlife-rich Falkland Islands and four days in South Georgia, an island abundant in wildlife, scenic beauty and history. It’s been said that if God were to take a vacation on Earth, he’d go to South Georgia. Our naturalist staff loves South Georgia — the spectacular scenery and the sight of millions of stately king penguins are absolutely unforgettable.
Itinerary
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 and set sail. (B,L,D)
Day 4-5 — 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 6-10 — Antarctica
With nearly 24 hours of daylight at this time of year, we make the most of our four 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 (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 (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
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