Sea Adventurer - Antarctica, Falklands & South Georgia

The Sea Adventurer has a proud reputation as a well-appointed, elegant expedition ship designed for exploration in polar regions. Built in 1975, she underwent a $13 million conversion in 1998. An exceptionally comfortable ride is ensured by stabilizers and an ice-hardened hull that allow her to navigate easily in the most rugged natural environments. The Sea Adventurer is outfitted with state-of-the-art satellite navigation and communication equipment as well as a fleet of Zodiac landing craft. The deluxe ship accommodates 122 guests in 61 outside cabins, all with private en suite facilities in a variety of categories. Cabins feature individual temperature controls and in-room music. Comfortable public areas include a window-lined dining room, two bars and a lounge/presentation room.

2013/2014 Itinerary, Dates & Fees

Antarctica, Falklands & South Georgia Itinerary
This extended expedition encompasses the wildlife paradise of South Georgia, the remote Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas), as well as the extraordinary physical beauty of the Antarctic Peninsula. You’ll experience a great diversity of environments and landscapes, which will provide unprecedented wildlife viewing opportunities. Join us for the quintessential southern polar travel experience!

Day 1: Ushuaia, Argentina
Day 2: Embarkation Day
Day 3: At Sea
Days 4 & 5: Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
Days 6 & 7: At Sea
Days 8-11: South Georgia
Days 12 & 13: At Sea
Days 14-17: South Shetland Islands & Antarctic Peninsula
Days 18 & 19: Drake Passage
Day 20: Ushuaia disembarkation

Nov 23-Dec 11, 2013
Suite: $18,595
Deluxe: $16,995
Superior: $15,995
Main Deck Window: $14,595
Main Deck Porthole: $13,495
Lower Deck: $12,395
Triple: $9,995
[Click the diagram at right for the ship's deck plan]

Crossing the Circle — Epic Antarctica
If you desire to ‘do it all’ on your Antarctic adventure, then this is the voyage for you. Not only will you cross the Antarctic Circle and travel further south than traditional Antarctic cruises, you’ll also visit the wildlife playgrounds of the Falklands and South Georgia. This journey is for anyone who appreciates a wide variety of landscapes, unprecedented wildlife viewing opportunities and a healthy mix of historic landing sites.

Day 1: Ushuaia
Day 2: Embarkation
Day 3: At Sea
Day 4 & 5: Falkland Islands, (Islas Malvinas)
Day 6 & 7: At Sea
Day 8 - 11: South Georgia
Days 12 & 13: At Sea
Days 14-16: South Shetland Islands & Antarctic Peninsula
Days 17 & 18: Antarctic Circle
Day 19 & 20: Northbound Along the Peninsula
Day 21 - 22: Drake Passage
Day 23: Ushuaia disembarkation

Feb 2 - 24, 2014
Suite: $25,595
Deluxe: $22,895
Superior: $21,695
Main Deck Window: $19,995
Main Deck Porthole: $18,995
Lower Deck: $17,595
Triple: $13,495
[Click the diagram at right for the ship's deck plan]

Deposit: To confirm your reservation, a deposit of 20% (minimum $1000 per person) is required at time of booking. For any booking within 120 days of departure full payment is required.

Included
Shipboard accommodations and one night pre-embarkation hotel accommodation in Ushuaia, meals from breakfast on Day 2 to breakfast on final day, coffee, tea and cocoa, all shore landings, zodiac transfers and cruising per the daily program, services of Expedition Leaders and Team, guest speakers and ship’s crew, group transfer to the airport upon disembarkation, photographic journal on DVD, waterproof expedition boots on loan, a parka to keep, luggage handling aboard ship, miscellaneous service taxes and port charges, Emergency Evacuation Insurance to maximum benefit of USD $100,000 per person.

Not Included
Travel to and from start and end point of trip, meals ashore except breakfast on Day 2, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages except coffee, tea, and cocoa, gratuities for Crew, Hospitality and Expedition Team members, passport and visa fees, optional activities (kayaking, mountaineering, camping or cross-country skiing), airport transfer on Day 1, items of a personal nature (shipboard and land telecommunications, souvenirs, laundry, etc.), airline baggage fees, government arrival and departure taxes, optional travel insurance.

Suite: Two lower berths, windows, private facilities with bathtub or shower
Deluxe: Two lower berths, private facilities, windows
Superior: Two lower berths, private facilities, windows
Main Deck Window Twin: Two lower berths, private facilities, two windows
Main Deck Porthole Twin: Two lower berths, private facilities, porthole
Lower Deck Twin: Two lower berths, private facilities, porthole
Triple: Two lower and one upper berth, private facilities, porthole

Antarctica, South Georgia, and the Falkland Islands
In the spirit of Sir Ernest Shackleton’s Antarctica expedition, our exploration of the White Continent offers in-depth Antarctica, South Georgia, and Falkland Islands adventure travel – all while seamlessly combining rich natural history with some of Mother Nature’s most rugged and dramatic landscapes. Your three-week Antarctica expedition takes place at the height of the austral summer; long daylight hours provide extra time for Zodiac trips to remote shores where you’ll be in the rare company of thousands of penguins; seals and albatross; and the otherworldly, icy architecture of the Antarctic Peninsula.

Jan 5 - Jan 26, 2014
Owner's Suite: $33,480
Suite: $29,980
Category 6: $25,180
Category 5: $23,080
Category 4: $20,980
Category 3: $20,180
Category 2: $18,780
Category 1: $16,980
Single, Category 2: $23,480
Single Category 4: $26,280
[Click the diagram at right for the ship's deck plan]

Deposit: To confirm your reservation, a deposit of  25% of the expedition fare per person is required upon booking. For any booking within 120 days of departure full payment is required.

Included
All gratuities, accommodations in hotels and onboard as outlined in itinerary; all onboard meals; all group meals on land; arrival and departure transfers on group dates; services of the expedition staff, including lectures, briefings, slide/film shows; all group activities and excursions; kayaking (not guaranteed, limited availability); custom designed parka; landing and port fees.

Not Included
All air transportation; excess baggage charges; airport arrival and departure taxes; transfers for independent arrivals and departures; passport and/or visa fees; items of a personal nature such as laundry, bar charges, alcoholic beverages, email/internet/fax/telephone charges.

Owner's Suite: 275 sq ft outside suites with two twin beds, separate sitting area, private bathroom and 2 windows.
Suite: 220 sq. ft. outside suites with two twin beds, separate sitting area, private bathroom and 2 windows.
Category 6: 160-165 sq ft. double outside cabin with two twin beds, private bathroom and 2 windows.
Category 5: 145-155 sq ft. double outside cabin with two twin beds, private bathroom and 2 windows.
Category 4: 120-160 sq ft. double outside cabin with two twin beds, private bathroom, and a window or one porthole.
Category 3: 120-140 sq ft. double outside cabin with two twin beds, private bathroom, and a porthole.
Category 2: 135-155 sq ft. double outside cabin with two twin beds, private bathroom and one porthole.
Category 1: 120-145 sq ft. double outside cabin with two twin beds, private bathroom and one porthole.