Antarctic Quest
Dates and cost
| TRIPLE | TWIN L/L | DEDICATED SINGLE |
|---|---|---|
| US$12,690 | US$17,990 | US$25,290 |
| TRIPLE | TWIN L/L | DEDICATED SINGLE |
|---|---|---|
| US$10,990 | US$15,390 | US$21,990 |
| Kayaking Option | US$695 |
|---|
What's included
The voyage rate includes most everything you'll need along the way, plus a lot more that we're certain you'll appreciate.
- One night pre-expedition hotel accommodation with breakfast as indicated in the itinerary. (The number of guests per room is the same as cabin occupancy on the ship. Due to limited availability, travelers who reserve a suite on board are accommodated in standard rooms at the hotel.)
- Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeeping.
- All breakfasts, lunches and dinners on board throughout your voyage. (Please inform us of any dietary requirements as far in advance as possible. Unfortunately, the ships' galleys cannot prepare kosher meals.).
- All shore landings and Zodiac excursions per the daily program.
- Leadership throughout the voyage by our experienced Expedition Leader, including shore landings and other activities.
- Formal and informal presentations by our Expedition Team and guest speakers as scheduled.
- Photographic Album on DVD.
- A pair of waterproof expedition boots on loan for shore landings
- Hair dryer in every cabin.
- A Quark Expeditions parka
- Coffee, tea, cocoa and bottled water available around the clock.
- Comprehensive pre-departure materials, including a map and an informative Antarctic Reader.
- Group transfers from the hotel to the ship at the embarkation port, and from the ship to the local airport on disembarkation – plus all baggage handling aboard ship.
- All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the program.
- Emergency Evacuation Insurance for all passengers to a maximum of $100,000 per person.
What's not included
Airfare/Air Ticket taxes to or from the gateway city, whether on scheduled or charter flights; passport and visa expenses; government arrival and departure taxes; any meals ashore with the exception of breakfast at the hotel in Buenos Aires or Santiago and at the host hotel and our traditional Argentine asado lunch before embarking from Ushuaia; baggage, cancellation and travel insurance (please note that emergency medical insurance is mandatory - see Terms and Conditions); excess baggage charges; laundry, bar, beverage and other personal charges; telecommunications charges; and the customary gratuity at the end of the voyage for stewards and other service personnel (guidelines will be provided). On Icebreaker expeditions, any possible helicopter flying time in excess of that offered for the group will be charged at an hourly rate to be announced on board.
How to Book
To initiate your reservation, please contact us as soon as possible to place an option on the voyage and cabin grade of your choice. The Booking Form is to be signed, completed and returned to Adventure Associates along with your deposit. Reservations are established only when you receive written confirmation and acceptance of the deposit payment and Booking Form.
| US$ | AU$ | |
|---|---|---|
| Deposit required: | US$1,500 | $2,250 |
| Cruise balance due: | 90 days prior to departure | |
| If booking within 89 days of departure: | full payment must be made. | |
All cruise balances must be made in US Dollars (US$) by US$ Bank Draft or US$ cheque made payable to “Adventure Associates”. Your local bank will be able to arrange a US$ Bank Draft for you. Please contact us for our account details should you wish to pay by telegraphic transfer.
Cruise deposits only may also be made in Australian Dollars - these will be converted to US$ at the applicable exchange rate. Payment by credit card will be accepted on direct bookings for the above US$ Cruise Deposit Payments Only.
Cancellations and Refunds
Written instructions only will be accepted by Adventure Associates to cancel a reservation. Cancellation charges are subject to regulations or airlines, cruise companies, coach and tour operators, hotels and any other Principals involved. If it is necessary to cancel your arrangements, the following non-refundable provisions will apply.
| Until 90 days prior to departure | Full loss of deposit |
|---|---|
| Between 89 days and day of departure | Loss of 100% of total booking cost |
*If cancellation occurs within the 89 day period and full payment has not yet been received, the full penalty will still apply and unpaid monies are due immediately.
