Beyond the Polar Circle

66°33' south latitude

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Antarctique, Croisières et Yachting

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Cross the legendary Antarctic Circle on a 12-day polar expedition cruise to the far reaches of the southern lands. After boarding in Ushuaia, you will set course for the Falkland Islands. You will then reach South Georgia, a subantarctic region formed by an underwater mountain range home to diverse and well-preserved wildlife. King penguins, fur seals and elephant seals are its most iconic residents.
Before crossing the Antarctic Circle, the highlight of your cruise, let yourself be captivated by your stops on the Antarctic Peninsula, a land of the unexpected.
Each day, whether ashore, aboard your ship or on a Zodiac excursion, you will move through a magnificent setting of icebergs, pack ice and ancient glaciers.
You will sail aboard the Plancius or the Ortelius, expedition ships that embody a unique atmosphere, a subtle blend of adventure and comfort.

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Your flight out of Punta Arenas to Antarctica crosses the formidable Drake Passage in just a few hours. Far below, the ship closes in on King George Island for your arrival. The striking landscapes of Antarctica come into view as you descend toward the South Shetland Islands. After landing, stretch your legs and take time to explore the island before transferring by Zodiac to your ship. ...

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Antarctica to the Polar Circle

66°33' south latitude

The adventure begins in Puntarenas. Board a BAE 146-200, specially adapted for flying to Antarctica. After landing on King George Island, you board Zodiacs to reach your ship, which then weighs anchor. The striking landscapes of Antarctica come into view as you head down toward the South Shetland Islands. Few places in the world are as evocative as Antarctica. Antarctica defies ...

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Beyond the Polar Circle

66°33' south latitude

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