Antarctica Classic
Experience Overview
The Antarctic Peninsula is anything but a world of white desolation. Join us on a true adventure to a world of immense scale and visual splendour. Passing huge icebergs in the flat calm of a polar morning will reshape the way you look at your world. Encounter huge whales, enormous rookeries of penguins, and stunning landscapes few have ever witnessed. This 11-day expedition will introduce you to the magic of the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula.
Highlights
- Set foot on Antarctica — the world's least-visited continent
- Watch majestic albatross soar by the ship while crossing the Drake Passage
- Opt to brave the chill of a polar plunge
- Witness immense icebergs and magnificent glaciers
- Have your questions answered by Antarctica experts
Trip Details
Product Code: 3091
Tour Type:
Accommodation: Unknown
Transport: G Expedition, Zodiac, private bus, walking.
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Budget
Tour Operator:
G Adventures
Supplier Code: XVCASX
Starts: Ushuaia, Argentina
Finishes: Ushuaia, Argentina
Duration: 11 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical Rating:
Light
Includes
Activities
- 9 nts aboard the G Expedition
- 1 nt hotel in Ushuaia, on a twin share basis
- Arrival and departure transfers
- Zodiac excursions with our expert expedition team
- Lectures and educational programs
- Waterproof boots supplied for USA sizes 4 - 16
- Expedition parka
Accommodation
- Twin-share hotel (1 nt), aboard the G Expedition in quad-, triple-, twin-share cabins, or suites (all with en suite bathrooms and porthole or window, 9 nts). Please note that all cabins consist of twin-size berths and are ocean-facing. Suites have one queen-size bed.
- 10 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 9 dinners
Transport
- G Expedition, Zodiac, private bus, walking.
Group Leader
- One expedition team member per 10 guests.
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $10,999 ($1,000 /day)
Itinerary
Day 1: Ushuaia
Arrive in Ushuaia at any time. Arrival transfer included. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the world's most southerly city.
Day 2: Ushuaia/Drake Passage
Enjoy a free morning in Ushuaia. Do any last minute shopping, explore the town, or visit the surrounding countryside. Embarkation on the G Expedition begins in the afternoon at the port in Ushuaia. Enjoy the evening sailing through the Beagle Channel.
Opt to visit the magnificent Tierra del Fuego National Park today before boarding the ship.
Day 3-4: Drake Passage/South Shetland Islands
The adventure begins with an 1000km (800mi) crossing of the passage named in honour of the 16th-century English sea captain and privateer, Sir Francis Drake. Take in daily lectures from the expedition team and keep an eye out for the first sightings of icebergs, whales and albatross following in the G Expedition's wake.
The G Expedition is at home in this part of the Southern Ocean, known for the unimpeded never ending fetch of the winds that encircle the Antarctic.
As the Expedition crosses the passage there will be time to become acquainted with the ship and frequent the common areas that include the lounge, dining hall, library and lecture hall where we meet our guides, ship's crew and expedition staff.
Begin lectures and information sessions to learn the extraordinary human and natural history of the Antarctic region
Day 5-8: South Shetland Islands/Antarctic Peninsula
Experience some of the most unique wildlife viewing and inspiring scenery in the world while setting foot on the Antarctic continent. Attempt two shore landings per day (weather permitting) and encounter Gentoo, Chinstrap and Adélie penguin rookeries, Weddell, crabeater and leopard seals, and orca, humpback and minke whales in the cold Antarctic waters. During the voyage, learn about the peninsula's remarkable history.
This is what we've all been waiting for - a chance to explore step foot on the Great White Continent! Over the next 4 days the Expedition will navigate southwards making stops in the South Shetland Islands then through the Bransfield Strait and to the Antarctic Peninsula.
Our goal is to attempt two excursions per day while navigating through the area but the itinerary and daily schedule will be based on the local weather and ice conditions.
During the voyage, learn about some of the most important and dramatic expeditions to this remote corner of the world.
Day 9-10: Drake Passage/Ushuaia
Begin the journey north to the home port of Ushuaia. Review the highlights of the Antarctic experience with the lecturers and staff. Keep sharp eyes on the observation deck for some last-minute whale sightings.
Leave Antarctica and head north across the Drake Passage. In between bird watching and whale watching and enjoying some final lectures by the expedition staff, this is a chance to relax and review the adventures of the past week before returning to Ushuaia.
Remember, the best way to experience the wildlife of the Drake Passage is to be on deck keeping a look out for Albatross, Prions, and Whales!
Day 11: Ushuaia
Disembark the G Expedition after breakfast.
Similar Tours
Tour Operator
G Adventures
G Adventures is an operator of small-group escorted tours. It is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada with 28 offices worldwide. It offers more than 700 itineraries in more than 100 countries, and carries 200,000 travelers from 160 countries each year.
In Business Since 1990
Reviews
Valeria R., - Traveled, January 2024
Great service and guides. I've always had a wonderful experience on my G Adventures tours
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/13/2024
Harriet W., - Traveled, January 2024
Extremely well-run operation, very knowledgeable staff and very helpful crew.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/01/2024
Sandra S., - Traveled, January 2024
The Antarctica trip was everything and more I was hoping for. Both the trip itself, and wildlife seen, which is out of G?s control, but also the quality of the boat and professionalism of the staff.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/28/2024
Susan W., - Traveled, January 2024
My experience with G Adventures has bee first class
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/25/2024
Olwen M., - Traveled, January 2024
The crew - from the kitchen staff to the zodiac drivers - were beyond amazing and highly motivated.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/14/2024
Christopher B., - Traveled, January 2024
G Adventures provides a stamp of quality. While other companies may compete on price, with a G Adventures trip you know you will have the best guides, best equipment and the best experience.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/05/2024
Andrea M., - Traveled, January 2024
From start to finish, the trip was seamless, incredibly well organized and the adventure of a lifetime.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/22/2024
Sandra D., - Traveled, January 2024
We were extremely happy with our cruise on he Expedition. The crew and Exhibition Staff went out if their way to ensure that we had the best experience possible. There are not enough adjectives or superlatives to describe Antarctica and our awesome experience. Thank you G!!!!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/16/2024
Geoffrey R., - Traveled, January 2024
The professionalism, experience, knowledge and safety displayed by all involved in our trip.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/25/2024
Christine C., - Traveled, January 2024
I have traveled extensively throughout the world and have rarely taken cruise tours, but G Adventures has changed my mind about that....especially the Antarctica expedition. Well thought out, extremely adaptive and knowledgeable crew, great food and an all together once in a lifetime experience.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/06/2024
Richard E., - Traveled, January 2024
From start to finish the trip was superbly organised. The accommodation, staff and food were excellent and the programme of talks, shore visits and zodiac explorations was outstanding. A knowledgeable crew of experts completed an amazing experience.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/15/2024
Gosta L., - Traveled, January 2024
I got to see some wonderful things, quite new to me.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/02/2024
Karen J., - Traveled, January 2024
An excellent experience is provided via education, personal experiences, safety training by an excellent staff on the ship and an absolutely AMAZING staff from G Expeditions.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/25/2024
Anderson G., - Traveled, January 2024
It was well coordinated and managed. Well done to Jonathan Green....I have a lot of respect and appreciation to this man.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/01/2024
Dean P., - Traveled, January 2024
Excellent crew and thoughtful in terms of social and environmental impact
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/15/2024
Cheryl A. - Traveled, January 2024
I cannot explain the beautiful feelings I get when I think of the wonderful adventure I has with G Expedition Cruising in Antarctica. It is the most magical place I have ever been to.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/02/2024
Shizuka O., - Traveled, December 2023
Good programs on board, great food and service, all professional and talented team, humorous people, and friendly people. Also G Adventures care the nature and animals.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/06/2024
Matthew C., - Traveled, December 2023
Everything was perfect. All the experts kept us informed. The Captain and Zodiak drivers kept us safe. The food was amazing and our cabins were always fresh. All the equipment worked perfect. Every staff member from the captain down to the room stewards were friendly. Even the admonishments for standing up in the Zodiak were delivered to me without being too harsh.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/02/2024
Elizabeth P., - Traveled, December 2023
This is my third trip and They've all been great!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/02/2024
Monique K., - Traveled, December 2023
G Adventures has totally exceeded my expectations. Everything is super organised and the planning behind our expedition was fantastic. Quality of the expedition staff is top of the range!!!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/05/2024
Stacey J., - Traveled, December 2023
The experience exceeded our expectations in every way. The staff focus on the customer was very attentive.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/08/2024
Bradley H., - Traveled, December 2023
The Antarctica Classic trip aboard the G Expedition was truly the most incredible trip I've taken to-date. The only problem with Antarctica is that once you've been there, it ruins it for everywhere else! I now understand why people who have visited Antarctica always have two favourite places they have visited - their 'heart' country (for me it's Egypt) and Antarctica. You simply can't compare Antarctica to anywhere else - it's not a fair fight! The ship and her crew are simply amazing!!! Everything on-board is clean and comfortable, the food is fantastic, and the crew are outstanding. I was always greeted by name and EVERYONE was always asking if there was anything I needed. Someone told me that pictures of frequent G Adventures customers are played in the crew area of the ship, which could help explain why it seemed like everyone knew me. If that's true, it definitely works.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/28/2024
Leslie R., - Traveled, December 2023
Extremely well put together program guided by experts on a comfortable ship suited to the itinerary and sailed by skilled officers. What's more to want?
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/09/2024
Andrew D., - Traveled, December 2023
G Adventures totally blew away my expectations for the trip. The food was amazing, service incredible, staff quite friendly, etc. It was a spectacular trip that I hope others have the opportunity to experience
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/16/2024
Share a personalized trip brochure!
Why Choose Us?
We Work for You
Our goal to make you happy! That means ensuring our travel consultants have the best product knowledge and excellent customer service. A positive customer experience is our #1 goal!
Our Products
We offer an broad selection of travel products, including all-inclusive vacation packages, pre-packaged tours, custom travel itineraries, destination weddings, and luxury vacations.
Escapes Cares
We believe in giving back. When you book with us, you are contributing to tree planting through our partners at Veritree, as well ocean conservation though Oceana Canada.
