Cruise Overview
The Ocean Adventurer, formerly known as the Sea Adventurer, is a beloved polar expedition ship which continues to be a passenger favourite. Since undergone a multi-million dollar renovation in 2017, the nimble ice-strengthened vessel offers passengers some refreshing changes. Some of its features include a fresh modern look, six new twin cabins and three new suites, fresh new furnishings and brand new bathrooms. On board there are 63 outside cabins, a fine selection of chef prepared meals, a fitness room and a well stocked library.
Activities such as Zodiac cruising, hiking, education lectures and photography are included in the cruise price. Optional extras include sea kayaking, skiing, paddling excursions, mountaineering, camping and stand up paddle boarding which are available on selected Antarctica voyages.
*Number of days depends on itinerary
Optional Activities available on selected voyages include: Kayaking from $1410, Paddling $420. Check with us for updated pricing and availability
Highlights
Route Map
Antarctica Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent
Be captivated by the unique and untouched landscape often leaving travellers speechless when they first arrive Antarctica. Days are spent on Zodiacs to explore local bays, channels and sites rich in history. There’s also an abundance of wildlife to observe and photograph.
There are colonies of different penguin species such as the chinstrap, Adelie and gentoo penguins that waddle along curiously. Watch the Weddell seals, fur and leopard seals that lay lazily on the banks of nearby waters. While on Zodiac’s, keep your eyes open for humpback and minke whales.
Nearing the end of your journey as you head back across the Drake Passage. Take this time to reflect on the highlights of your trip as well as the final chance to spot seabirds and whales from the deck. In the meantime, enjoy presentations by the Expedition team celebrating your experiences during your final days at sea.
Antarctic Express: Fly the Drake
After breakfast you will take a group transfer to the airport for your charter flight to King George Island crossing the legendary Drake Passage in a matter of hours. Catch your first glimpse of the Antarctic landscape as the plane descends for landing over the South Shetland Islands Once you arrive, you can explore the island before your Zodiac transfer to the Ocean Adventurer.
The striking beauty and distance away from civilisation can leave you feeling awestruck or speechless when you first reach the ‘White Continent’. Everyday will be a new adventure as you’ll spend the next few days (weather permitting) Zodiac cruising to visit historical sites as well as getting close to the abundant wildlife raging from leopard seals, a variety of penguin species and witnessing the magnificent minke or humpback whales.
Consider going kayaking (extra cost) for an authentic water experience or an Antarctic plunge if you’re feeling particularly adventurous.
Say your final goodbyes to the Expedition Team before disembarking at King George Island. Here you will take your group charter flight back to Punta Arenas where you will be transferred back to a hotel. Reflect on the highlights of your trip at a local restaurant as you are free to explore the city tonight.
Antarctic Express: Peninsula in Depth
After breakfast you will take a group transfer to the airport for your charter flight to King George Island crossing the legendary Drake Passage in a matter of hours. Catch your first glimpse of the Antarctic landscape as the plane descends for landing over the South Shetland Islands Once you arrive, you can explore the island before your Zodiac transfer to the Ocean Adventurer.
The striking beauty and distance away from civilisation can leave you feeling awestruck or speechless when you first reach the ‘White Continent’. Everyday will be a new adventure as you’ll spend the next few days (weather permitting) Zodiac cruising to visit historical sites as well as getting close to the abundant wildlife raging from leopard seals, a variety of penguin species and witnessing the magnificent minke or humpback whales.
Possible landings in the Antarctic Peninsula may include, Cuverville Island, the scenic Lemaire Channel, Neko Harbour and Port Lockroy to name a few sites. Among the South Shetland Islands you may visit Aitcho Islands, the cresent-shaped island known as Half-Moon Island, geothermal waters of Pendulum Cove, Yankee Harbour and Robert point to name a few.
Consider going kayaking (extra cost) for an authentic water experience or an Antarctic plunge if you’re feeling particularly adventurous.
Say your final goodbyes to the Expedition Team before disembarking at King George Island. Here you will take your group charter flight back to Punta Arenas where you will be transferred back to a hotel. Reflect on the highlights of your trip at a local restaurant as you are free to explore the city tonight.
Antarctic Express: Crossing the Circle
After breakfast you will take a group transfer to the airport for your charter flight to King George Island crossing the legendary Drake Passage in a matter of hours. Catch your first glimpse of the Antarctic landscape as the plane descends for landing over the South Shetland Islands Once you arrive, you can explore the island before your Zodiac transfer to the Ocean Adventurer.
The striking beauty and distance away from civilisation can leave you feeling awestruck or speechless when you first reach the ‘White Continent’. Everyday will be a new adventure as you’ll spend the next few days (weather permitting) Zodiac cruising to visit historical sites as well as getting close to the abundant wildlife raging from leopard seals, a variety of penguin species and witnessing the magnificent minke or humpback whales.
Possible landings in the Antarctic Peninsula may include, Cuverville Island, the scenic Lemaire Channel, Neko Harbour and Port Lockroy to name a few sites. Among the South Shetland Islands you may visit Aitcho Islands, the cresent-shaped island known as Half-Moon Island, geothermal waters of Pendulum Cove, Yankee Harbour and Robert point to name a few.
Consider going kayaking (extra cost) for an authentic water experience or an Antarctic plunge if you’re feeling particularly adventurous.
Say your final goodbyes to the Expedition Team before disembarking at King George Island. Here you will take your group charter flight back to Punta Arenas where you will be transferred back to a hotel. Reflect on the highlights of your trip at a local restaurant as you are free to explore the city tonight.
Tour Inclusions
- Leadership throughout the voyage by an experienced Expedition Leader, including shore landings and other activities
- All Zodiac transfers and cruising per the daily program
- Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeeping
- All meals, snacks, soft drinks and juices on board throughout your voyage
- Beer and wine during dinner, coffee; and coffee, tea and cocoa available around the clock
- All shore landings per the daily program
- Formal and informal presentations by the Expedition Team and guest speakers as scheduled
- A photographic journal documenting the expedition
- A pair pf waterproof expedition boots on loan for shore landings
- An official Quark Expeditions parka to keep
- Hair dryer and bathrobes in every cabin
- Comprehensive onboard materials, including a map and an informative Antarctic Reader
- All miscellaneous service taxes and port chargers throughout the program
- All luggage handling aboard the ship
- Emergency Evacuation insurance for all passengers to a maximum benefit of USD$500,000 per person
- Starting and ending in Punta Arenas only - A group transfer in Punta Arenas from airport to pre-expedition hotel on Day 1
- Starting and ending in Punta Arenas only - One night's pre-expedition hotel accommodation in Punta Arenas with breakfast
- Starting and ending in Punta Arenas only - A briefing dinner on Day 1 in Punta Arenas
- Starting and ending in Punta Arenas only - A pre-expedition group transfer in Punta Arenas from the hotel to the airport
- Starting and ending in Punta Arenas only - Flight to and from King George Island
- Starting and ending in Punta Arenas only - A post-expedition group transfer in Punta Arenas from the airport to the hotel
- Starting and ending in Punta Arenas only - One night's post-expedition hotel accommodation in Punta Arenas with breakfast
- Starting and ending in Ushuaia only - Group transfer from airport to pre-expedition hotel on Day 1
- One night's pre-expedition hotel accommodation in Ushuaia with breakfast
- Group transfer from hotel to ship on embarkation day
- Group transfer upon disembarkation in Ushuaia from ship to local airport
Tour Exclusions
- For some specified departures, the purchase of a transfer package, including charter flight and hotel in conjunction with the expedition is mandatory
- International airfares
- Passport and applicable visa expenses
- Government arrival and departure taxes not mentioned
- Meals ashore unless otherwise specified
- Baggage, cancellation, interruption and medical travel insurance
- Excess-baggage fees on international flights
- Mandatory waterproof pants for Zodiac cruising, or any other gear not mentioned
- Laundry, bar, massage services and other personal charges, unless specified
- Phone and Internet charges
- Voluntary gratuity at the end of the voyage for shipboard staff and crew
- Additional overnight accommodation
- Arrival and departure transfers, except where explicitly stated
- Adventure options on expeditions (all weather dependent) that are not included in the cost of the voyage (eg. sea kayaking, paddling excursions, etc)
Tour Pricing
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