Antarctic expedition

Antarctic expedition

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€13,640
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HANSEATIC inspiration Cruise – Antarctica, South Georgia & Antarctic Peninsula

14-day expedition cruise aboard the HANSEATIC inspiration, with a flexible itinerary to South Georgia and the Antarctic Peninsula.

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The destination

This cruise sets course for Antarctica, sailing between South Georgia, the South Orkney Islands, the South Shetland Islands, the Weddell Sea and the Antarctic Peninsula. The itinerary highlights icy landscapes, glaciers, icebergs and polar wildlife viewing, subject to weather and ice conditions and official authorizations.

Climate: polar climate, variable weather and ice conditions

Activities: Zodiac cruises, landings, hikes, observation of penguins, whales, seals and seabirds

The cruise

Aboard the HANSEATIC inspiration, Hapag-Lloyd Cruises’ expedition ship, passengers enjoy a format designed for exploration, with experts on board, lectures, the Ocean Academy, the ship’s Zodiacs, a sea-view fitness area, Ocean Spa, Finnish sauna, hammam and full-board dining.

ItineraryUshuaia – cruising – South Georgia – cruising – South Orkney Islands – South Shetland Islands – Weddell Sea – Antarctic Peninsula – Drake Passage – Ushuaia
FacilitiesOcean Spa, sauna, hammam, fitness room, 3 restaurants for dinner, lectures, Ocean Academy, 24-hour room service, Wi‑Fi 1 hour per day, minibar with soft drinks

The experience

This expedition offers a polar immersion combining flexible sailing, wildlife viewing, glacial landscapes and guidance by Antarctica experts.

Highlights

  • 14-day expedition cruise departing from and returning to Ushuaia.
  • Focus on South Georgia and the Antarctic Peninsula.
  • Zodiac outings and landings from the ship.
  • Lectures, presentations and guidance from experts.
  • Possible sightings of penguins, whales, seals and seabirds.

Activities

  • Zodiac outings
  • Supervised landings
  • Hikes from/to the ship
  • Expert lectures and presentations
  • Interactive Ocean Academy

Frequently asked questions

The cruise begins and ends in Ushuaia, Argentina, with the option to book a package including return flights from Luxembourg.

Flight bookings open 11 months before the departure date, so the price including flights from Luxembourg is therefore unavailable at this time.

Yes, landings and Zodiac outings from the ship are included, subject to the destination, conditions and official authorisations.

Yes, the transfer to the embarkation point in Ushuaia is included.

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Ready to experience an expedition in the heart of Antarctica’s icy landscapes?

Between South Georgia, the sub-Antarctic islands and the Antarctic Peninsula, this expedition cruise invites you to discover icy landscapes, exceptional wildlife and polar exploration aboard the HANSEATIC inspiration.

Prices for this cruise are valid for specific departure dates. Feel free to contact us by clicking the get an offer button or by filling out the questionnaire below directly to find out about upcoming availability.

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