Antarctic Peninsula
Aboard Ocean Nova
Embark & Disembark: Ushuaia
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- 10 days March
Itinerary for Ocean Nova 10 days
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We invite you to join an exclusive discovery journey that will take you to experience one of the most exciting photo-safaris in the world – seeking, encountering, and approaching Antarctic whales, the most legendary inhabitants of the Southern Ocean.
Day 1
Ushuaia - Beagle Channel
Embarking the M/V Ocean Nova in Ushuaia (Argentina) and sailing along the Beagle Channel to Port Williams, the southernmost town in Chile
Day 2
Drake Passage
Crossing of the legendary Drake Passage, escorted by albatrosses and giants petrels. Lectures are given by our experts, while searching for the first Antarctic whales.
Day 3 to 7
between the STH Shetland Islands & the Antarctic Peninsula
Sailing between the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula, enjoying the company of sea birds and mammals. Visit to some of the most magnificent spots in the Gerlache Strait, well known to be inhabited by Antarctic whales such as Humpback, Minke, and Orca, among other species. After a last visit in the region, M/V Ocean Nova will set sail northwards across the Drake Passage en route to South America.
Day 8 to 9
Beagle Channel to Port Williams
We invite you to relax and take the time to watch wildlife from the bridge or outside decks while enjoying lectures given by our Antarctic experts. Sailing along the Beagle Channel to Port Williams, before continuing to final destination.
Day 10
Ushuaia
Disembarkation in Ushuaia (Argentina).
