Short Antarctic Cruise & Fly the Drake Passage (08 Days)

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Antarctica has a window of cruising from November to March. Summer is the months of December through February and typically these are the only months for expedition style cruises. They are the busiest months but tourist flows are heavily regulated in Antarctica and so do not prove detrimental to your experience. There will be in excess of twenty hours of daylight across these months and wildlife will see many newborn as they avail of the warmer weather to maximize the chances of survival. February and March can offer improved chances to view whales.

The continent is typically cold, arid and subject to powerful katabatic winds which can reach dizzying speeds of 180 miles per hour. Your cruise will visit the coastline region, away from the central plateau, and so summer temperatures typically will hover about 32°F / 0°C.

For more information read our guide on the best time to visit Antarctica

Departure Dates:
Departure Dates: Select dates in November – March.

Suitability:
This short Antarctic cruise is suitable for adults of all ages. Children under 3 years of age are not authorized to sail. Children between 3 and 8 years old are accepted subject to agreement at the time of booking. If accepted, a liability waiver will be completed and returned to validate your booking.

Difficulty:
Easy – Moderate.

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• A polar water-resistant parka is offered on board for all departures with an expedition programme (no children sizes, in case of consecutive cruises, only one complimentary parka).
• Half calf rubber boots with non-slip soles, which will allow you to go ashore in 20 cm of cold water, keeping your feet dry for walks and visits on steep paths. Boot rental will be offered onboard (for adults only) on Expedition cruises.
• Winter trousers and leggings
• Waterproof and windproof over-trousers. These are essential
• Pullover, sweat shirt or fleece jacket
• Thermal underwear and warm socks
• A warm hat and earmuffs
• Gloves

Accessories:

• Small waterproof backpack
• Binoculars
• Sunglasses or goggles with excellent U.V. protection- essential
• Sunblock with U.V protections
• Lip balm
• Walking poles

NOTE: The above list is not definitive and will vary to your individual needs. Speak to your travel adviser for advice.

A doctor is present aboard your ship throughout the cruise. A nurse is also available on board.

Emergency evacuation drills are conducted on all vessels where a full complement of lifesaving equipment is included to exacting standards. The vessel has the most modern technology to assure safety and respect for the regions visited. Each ship has ISM (International Safety Management) certification, a very strict international regulation plus annual Bureau Veritas approval.

Please speak to your expert adviser and they will be glad to help plan the best trip for your individual needs.

Travelling to polar/isolated regions is an exhilarating experience in remote areas: please remember that you are far from modern hospitals with full medical facilities, thus evacuation is extremely expensive. We strongly request you subscribe to full coverage insurance, choose your insurance company very carefully, be extremely vigilant and ensure your insurance is fully comprehensive. Without adequate medical coverage, all expenses would have to be immediately paid with your own personal funds.