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The Weddell Sea & Larsen Ice Shelf

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 Cruise Length
13 Days
 Cruise Starts
Santiago
 Cruise Finishes
Santiago
13 Day The Weddell Sea & Larsen Ice Shelf Itinerary (Ponant)
Countries Explored: Chile, Argentina, Antarctica
Cruise Line
Ponant
Ship
Ship Class
Icebreaker
Passengers
245
Crew
215
Launched
2020
Cruise Code
USHUSH11.3

Overview

Insurmountable, extreme and captivating: this is the best way to describe the Weddell Sea, mostly frozen by a thick and compressed ice floe. It is a challenge and a privilege to sail on it, with its promise of exceptional landscapes and original encounters. As you advance across this immense polar expanse, you will enter an infinite ice desert, a world of silence where there is nothing but calm and serenity. To the northwest of the Weddell Sea, stretching along the eastern coast of the Antarctic Peninsula, stands an imposing ice shelf known as the Larsen Ice Shelf. An extension of the ice sheet...read more onto the sea, this white giant is equally disturbing and fascinating, if only due to its colossal dimensions and the impressive table top icebergs - amongst the largest ever seen - that it generates.

This voyage will be an opportunity to come as close as possible to the Weddell Sea, a real refuge for wildlife. We are privileged guests in these extreme lands where we are at the mercy of weather and ice conditions. Our navigation will be determined by the type of ice we come across; as the coastal ice must be preserved, we will take this factor into account from day to day in our itineraries. The sailing schedule and any landings, activities and wildlife encounters are subject to weather and ice conditions. These experiences are unique and vary with each departure. The Captain and the Expedition Leader will make every effort to ensure that your experience is as rich as possible, while respecting safety instructions and regulations imposed by the IAATO.

Cruise Itinerary

 
Arrive
Depart

Day 1: Santiago
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Day 2: Santiago - Flight to Ushuaia
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18:00
Day 3: Crossing The Drake Passage
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Day 4: Crossing The Drake Passage
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Day 5: South Shetland Islands
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Day 6: North Antarctic Peninsula
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Day 7: The Weddell Sea Exploration
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Day 8: Sailing Toward Larsen Ice Shel
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Day 9: Sailing Toward Larsen Ice Shel
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Day 10: The Weddell Sea Exploration
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Day 11: Crossing The Drake Passage
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Day 12: Crossing The Drake Passage
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Day 13: Ushuaia - Flight to Santiago
07:00
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Note: Ship ports may not be located in the starting & ending cities listed. Transfers to and/or from the ship port may be required.

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Ocean Facing Staterooms and Suites
Ocean Facing Staterooms and Suites

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Ponant Wellness and Fitness
Ponant Wellness and Fitness

From the indoor heated pool to the Snow Room and Fitness Centre, relax and rejuvenate as you cruise. Read more

The Lounge Life
The Lounge Life

Combining space for events and cosy corners you will enjoy the social ambience in the luxury lounge. Read more

Built for Polar Expeditions
Built for Polar Expeditions

Built for the environment, you will leave no trace when you break the ice on a polar expedition. Read more

Renowned French Service
Renowned French Service

The French crew will welcome you aboard and ensure your comfort and wellbeing is paramount throughout your voyage. Read more

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Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Prices and trip information are correct at the time at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by Ponant. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from Ponant. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.

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