Quite simply, Antarctica defies the imagination. Remote, pristine and undeniably beautiful, this awe-inspiring region of untouched icescapes, mountains rising from the sea, and incredible, diverse wildlife will literally take your breath away. Mountains that have never felt human footfall and an abundance of wildlife greet...read more you as you cruise on the World's First Discovery Yachts.
Welcome to Antarctica! Seeing the 7th continent for the first time is unlike anything you would have experienced before. Feel the fresh, crisp air on your face and hear the snow crunch under your boot when you first step foot on land. Each new encounter will will fill you will awe . Witness wildlife in their natural habitat, with no fear of humans. Antarctica is truly land of peace. Your expert Captain and crew will navigate some of the most beautiful waterways which may include traversing the stunning 11-kilometre-long Lemaire Channel where steep cliffs hem in the iceberg-filled passage just 700 metres wide at its narrowest point. There may be the chance to visit a working scientific base and discuss life in these harsh conditions with the staff.
Enjoy the chance to visit areas alive with wildlife such as penguins, seals, and whales. You can also explore the remenants of a derelict whaling station and a vacant British base or climb to the rim of a volcanic crater. If conditions are favourable, there may be the opportunity to cross the Antarctic Circle at latitude 66°33’ South. Due to the extraordinary nature of the region, a host of choices are open and dependent on the ice and weather conditions. Your experienced Discovery Team Leaders, who have made countless journeys to Antarctica, will use their expertise to design your voyage from day to day, making the most of 18–20 hours of daylight.
Discovery: Partake in daily Scenic Discovery excursions. Cruise on the Zodiacs around ice formations, step onto islands to view vast penguin rookeries and seals. Kayak and stand-up paddle board around icebergs and hear the ice cracking and whales feeding below. (B/L/D)
Cruise Starts | Cruise Ends | Balcony |
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Wednesday 10 Nov 2021 | Monday 22 Nov 2021 | Balcony 16,979 View Cabins |
Monday 27 Dec 2021 | Saturday 08 Jan 2022 | Balcony 18,575 View Cabins |
Friday 07 Jan 2022 | Wednesday 19 Jan 2022 | Balcony 18,575 View Cabins |
Saturday 05 Feb 2022 | Thursday 17 Feb 2022 | Balcony 19,106 View Cabins |
Wednesday 16 Feb 2022 | Monday 28 Feb 2022 | Balcony 19,358 View Cabins |
Sunday 27 Feb 2022 | Friday 11 Mar 2022 | Balcony 18,336 View Cabins |
Thursday 10 Nov 2022 | Tuesday 22 Nov 2022 | Balcony 17,838 View Cabins |
Friday 09 Dec 2022 | Wednesday 21 Dec 2022 | Balcony 18,749 View Cabins |
Tuesday 03 Jan 2023 | Sunday 15 Jan 2023 | Balcony 18,749 View Cabins |
Saturday 14 Jan 2023 | Thursday 26 Jan 2023 | Balcony 19,364 View Cabins |
Wednesday 25 Jan 2023 | Monday 06 Feb 2023 | Balcony 19,364 View Cabins |
Sunday 05 Feb 2023 | Friday 17 Feb 2023 | Balcony 19,364 View Cabins |