Cruise past staging points of historical expeditions
Your accommodation during this trip is a silversea luxury cruise ship with all the amenities to make your trip as comfortable as possible. What a wonderful starting point for a journey through time, along the shipping routes and staging points of historical expeditions to the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, Elephant Island,the southern Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula.
Many names of islands, bays and straits refer to explorers, the adventurous pioneers who mapped this region over the centuries. They were extremely harsh, risky expeditions, sometimes with disastrous consequences. Experts in the field of exploration, but also with a lot of knowledge of the ecology and geology of Antarctica sail along on this cruise. Every day they give presentations about the area you traverse, giving your experience an extra dimension. Where possible, historical sites – such as Grytviken and Port Lockroy – are visited.
GREAT DIVERSITY OF WILDLIFE
In addition, on this extensive route there is of course also a lot of attention to the different landscapes and wildlife. Because you cross different climate zones, the diversity is great. Various penguin species, seals and elephant seals, albatrosses and cormorants are definitely going to see you. During this long cruise, there is a huge chance that you will also see several species of dolphins and whales.
TIPS & TOPS LUXURY CRUISE ANTARCTIC EXPLORATIONS:
- Comprehensive route along several islands in the southern Atlantic Ocean, the Southern Shetland Islands, Elephant Island and the western side of the Antarctic Peninsula
- Luxury cruise on a stylish Silversea cruise ship with spacious, atmospheric suites, various restaurants and excellent service.
- Experts from the expedition team give daily thematic lectures. You will gain knowledge about the ecology, wildlife and climate of the Antarctic, but there is also special attention for historical expeditions
- Expert guides will accompany you on Zodiac landings and tours of mainland Antarctica. On these tours you can observe wildlife up close
- On the return journey, experience the crossing of the Drake Passage
- A special parka is offered to you
