You’ll spend five days exploring the unique world of Antarctica. Its icescapes and wildlife change through its summer season. During the late-spring months of October and November there is more snow, and the penguins start courting and nesting. In January the first penguin chicks hatch, while February and March are the peak months for whale-watching and penguin chicks will be waddling around. Whatever the season, you’ll join the Expedition Team on landings, ice cruises and much more besides.

The Falklands and South Georgia

From their windswept green hills and white sandy beaches, there’s rugged beauty and charm everywhere you look in the Falkland Islands. On South Georgia the beaches are packed with seals, penguins and seabirds. In true expedition style, our itineraries are not set in stone, giving us the freedom to chase the best experiences according to local wind and sea ice conditions.

Sail iceberg-filled waters as we journey from Ushuaia to Antarctica and the Falkland Islands. Spot penguins, seals and whales along the way. As always, nature is in charge. We’ll monitor conditions to give you the best adventure possible, including kayaking, ice-cruising, hiking and more.

The remote Falkland Islands

Explore the rolling green hills and white sands of the picturesque Falklands archipelago. A warm welcome awaits you in the capital Stanley. You’ll also visit the albatross, penguin and seal colonies that thrive on these remote shores.

From Valparaíso, you’ll tour the Chilean fjords and waterways of Patagonia, stopping at rustic Castro, isolated Puerto Edén, and Puerto Natales, where you may get the chance to hike in Torres del Paine National Park. If weather allows, we’ll attempt to land the legendary Cape Horn before crossing the Drake Passage.

Icescapes and penguins

Guided by your Expedition Team, you’ll spend four incredible days exploring Antarctica’s immense, pristine icescapes. Springtime is courting season and you’ll be able to observe penguins mating. There’s no fixed programme – we adapt our itinerary to take every opportunity to get closer to nature and enjoy unique experiences on ice cruises and landings.

We’ll set sail down the coast of Chile to explore the unique world of Antarctica. Every day our route will be guided by nature, and we’ll make the best of local conditions. Each sunrise will offer something different and thrilling. In October and November on the Seventh Continent, penguins start courting and nesting. Fall in love with this frozen yet uniquely beautiful world as you go on landings and expedition boat adventures.

Patagonian paradise of natural and man-made wonders

Your expedition cruise takes in designated World Heritage Sites and a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. These include colourful Valparaíso, the ornate churches of Chiloé at Castro, and the spectacular landscapes, glaciers and lakes of Torres del Paine National Park. Having sailed down the awe-inspiring coast of Patagonia, we’ll attempt a landing at Cape Horn as part of our adventure

Summer solstice:

The midnight sun is a phenomenon that occurs during the Arctic summer, when the sun is visible for a full 24 hours in fair weather. The summer solstice in Longyearbyen falls on 21 June. The term solstice (Latin solstitium) means “sun-stopping” and describes the point on the horizon at which the sun appears to rise and set, stopping and reversing directions after this day. On the solstice, the sun does not rise precisely in the east but rather north of east, then later sets to the north of west, making the sun visible for a longer period of time. It will not be until late August that the sun fully goes down again, and then only for a few minutes.Join us in experiencing this fascinating phenomenon during this voyage through the Arctic wilderness of Svalbard.

“Solstice”:

The midnight sun is a natural phenomenon that occurs in the summer months. The sun is visible for the full duration of 24 hours, given fair weather. June Solstice (Summer Solstice) is on 21 June in Longyearbyen. “Solstice” (Latin: “solstitium”) means sun-stopping.

The point on the horizon where the sun appears to rise and set, stops and reverses direction after this day. On the solstice, the sun does not rise precisely in the east, but rises to the north of east and sets to the north of west, meaning it’s visible in the sky for a longer period of time. It won´t be before late August that the sun will go down for a few minutes.

Experience Summer Solstice when the the midnight sun has its highest position above the Northern horizon in Spitsbergen.

Birding:

We will have at least one dedicated expedition guide in our team who will share their expert knowledge about bird species and who will be available to help you identify, photograph on deck and learn more about the birds that we see. In addition to outdoor sessions, our guide will focus on species and related information on the birds of the Arctic in re-caps and lectures onboard.

Summer solstice: midnight sun, and 24-hour day

The midnight sun is a phenomenon that occurs during the Arctic summer, when the sun is visible for a full 24 hours in fair weather. The summer solstice in Longyearbyen falls on 21 June, The term solstice (Latin solstitium) means “sun-stopping” and describes the point on the horizon at which the sun appears to rise and set, stopping and reversing directions after this day. On the solstice, the sun does not rise precisely in the east but rather north of east, then later sets to the north of west, making the sun visible for a longer period of time. It will not be until late August that the sun fully goes down again, and then only for a few minutes.Join us in experiencing this fascinating phenomenon during this voyage through the Arctic wilderness of Svalbard.