HIGHLIGHTS
- Explore
the unique beauty of the regions with "World Photo Travels" guides Mike
Reyfman, Dimitry Arkhipov, Marco Grassi, Svein Wik and Jens
Wikström
- Visit
Stanley, the capital of the Falkland Islands
- Visit
the Falkland Islands Museum, the Governor's house, a cathedral with
impressive whalebone arch outside, a war memorial, quality gift shops,
pubs and views of shipwrecks in the harbor
- Witness
incredible wildlife as you cross the Antarctic Convergence, the
biological boundary of the Southern Ocean
- Attend
the most interesting briefings and lectures from our expert staff and
prepare yourself for the arrival in South Georgia
- Make
use of this unique cruise which is designed for amateur photographers
of all skill levels
- Get
to visit great locations for the best light in South Georgia which is
the ultimate place on Earth for wildlife and landscape photographers
- Get
the opportunity to photograph hundreds of thousands of king penguins
- Visit
the historical whaling station of Grytviken which is now home to the
excellent South Georgia Museum managed by the South Georgia Heritage
Trust
- Witness
the final resting place of Ernest Shackleton, the legendary polar
explorer
DATES / RATES
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Rates are listed per person in USD
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Day
0: Arrival to Santiago
We
suggest that our tourists arrive in Santiago de Chile a day earlier to
have a good rest after a long flight before our Subantarctic adventures
begin. A pre-cruise night is not included in the price of the
itinerary, but we highly recommend the Holiday Inn Hotel due to its
most favorable location right in the airport terminal.
Day
1: Flight to Stanley, Falkland Islands. Embarkation
Our
expedition will start in the early morning in the airport of Santiago
de Chile where we will take a transfer flight to the Falkland Islands.
Minimal days at sea means more days for photography with World Photo
Travels Guides Mike Reyfman, Dimitry Arkhipov, Marco Grassi, Svein Wik
and Jens Wikström. After a short landing in Punta Arenas in
Patagonia, we'll arrive at the starting point of our cruise. Welcome to
Stanley, the capital of the Falkland Islands! Take your time to explore
this amazing city. Visit the Falkland Islands Museum, the Governor's
house, a cathedral with impressive whalebone arch outside, a war
memorial, quality gift shops, pubs and views of shipwrecks in the
harbor. In the afternoon, you will be transferred to the pier where we
will warmly welcome you aboard the deluxe expedition ship M/V Sea
Spirit. Get comfortable in your home away from home for the
extraordinary adventure to come.
Days
2-3: Aboard M/V Sea Spirit
As
we sail east towards South Georgia, we will be able to witness
incredible wildlife. We will also cross the Antarctic Convergence, the
biological boundary of the Southern Ocean.
Don't
lose your time aboard! Attend the most interesting briefings and
lectures from our expert staff and prepare yourself for the arrival in
South Georgia.
This
cruise was designed for amateur photographers of all skill levels, so
use this chance to make new friends, exchange your photo experience and
attend our photography master classes. Discussing ISO and exposure is
always better in our cozy bar, restaurant, or lounge.
Days
4-12: Exploring South Georgia
South
Georgia is the best place on Earth for wildlife and landscape
photographers. We will take you to great locations for the best light.
The archipelago is the home to hundreds of thousands of king penguins,
which makes South Georgia the best spot to photograph these wonderful
creatures. Our plan is to visit the most picturesque sights such as
Gold Harbour, Cooper Bay, Drygalski Fjord and other great places. For
example, the beaches such as those at Salisbury Plain and St. Andrews
Bay, where over 100,000 elephant seals and three million fur seals
jostle for space among innumerable penguins.
The
bountiful waters surrounding South Georgia are also inhabited by an
increasing number of whales. The historical whaling station of
Grytviken is now home to the excellent South Georgia Museum managed by
the South Georgia Heritage Trust. This is also the final resting place
of Ernest Shackleton, the legendary polar explorer.
However,
our route and exploration opportunities in South Georgia are heavily
dependent on the weather conditions we encounter. Our experienced
captain and expedition leader decide the itinerary and continually
adjust plans as conditions and opportunities warrant. You can be sure
that the best possible advantage will be taken of the circumstances
presented to us by Nature in this wild and remote corner of the world.
We take every safe opportunity to go ashore in this amazing place and
take the best wildlife photos.
Days
13-14: Back to the Falkland Islands
It
is time to head back towards the Falkland Islands. However, our
adventures are not over yet. We will pass the remote, seabird-covered
pinnacles known as Shag Rocks on the way (get your cameras ready!)
There is also time for festivities such as the Captain's Farewell
Cocktail and the end-of-voyage slide show. We will share our
impressions, review all the great photos we've taken and enjoy good
company of new friends.
Day
15: Disembarkation in Stanley. Flight to Santiago
Our
adventure finishes in Port Stanley. We disembark after breakfast and
provide transfer to the airport. Have a safe flight to Santiago. We
recommend you to explore the wonderful capital of Chile and spend more
time here. Now when the first emotions have subsided you will have time
to look back to your unforgettable Subantarctic experience and maybe to
make plans for your next polar adventure?
Sea Spirit (Luxury Expedition, 114-guests)
The ice-strengthened small all-suite expedition ship Sea Spirit (originally Renaissance V) was built in 1991 in Italy. From that time she has changed several operators and regions of navigation, cruising in Singapore, Alaska, Pacific Basin, Arctic and Antarctica. The vessel was modified in late 2010. Providing spacious suites for accommodation of maximum of 114 passengers (the smallest suite is 20 sq. meters) the Sea Spirit at the same time features maneuverability and friendly atmosphere of small ships. All suites have private facilities and exterior views. Some of the suites feature private balconies for enjoying fantastic landscapes of the Arctic and Antarctica.
(Click image to view Ship details)
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Roundtrip
Santiago de Chile - Stanley flights on embarkation and disembarkation
days;
- Group
transfer to the ship for embarkation;
- Shipboard
accommodation;
- Wi-Fi
on board;
- All
meals on board throughout the voyage;
- Tea
and coffee station 24 hours daily;
- All
scheduled landings/excursions (subject to weather and ice conditions);
- Leadership
throughout the voyage by our experienced Expedition Leader &
Expedition Team;
- Branded
Poseidon Expeditions parka;
- Rubber
boots for shore landings for the time of the cruise;
- Welcome
and Farewell cocktails;
- All
port fees;
- Group
transfer to airport or central location right after disembarkation;
- Pre-departure
materials.
- Digital
Voyage Log;
Rates
Do Not Include:
- Airfare;
- 1
pre-voyage hotel night on Day 0 in Santiago de Chile;
- Visa
and passport fees (if applicable);
- Luggage
and trip cancellation insurance;
- Soft
drinks and alcoholic beverages other than those for special events and
celebrations;
- Personal
expenses such as laundry and telephone calls;
- Fuel
surcharge may be applied for all bookings;
- Mandatory
Emergency Evacuation Insurance to a minimum benefit of US$ 200,000 per
person;
- Staff
gratuities;
- The
cost of any applicable medical tests (such as COVID-19) or vaccinations
required either by a national government or Poseidon Expeditions
before, during or after the cruise
- Pre-
or post-cruise travel expenses.
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
ADVENTURE OPTIONS
