Highlights of Antartica - all inclusive expedition cruising!

Departure Dates: November 2022 to March 2023

Pricing based on departure date: 3 Mar 2023

Go ashore and on small boat cruises to discover charming wildlife and spectacular frozen landscapes - from snowy mountains to icebergs and glaciers.

Hurtigruten have sailed these polar waters for over 20 years. Our expedition ships combine hybrid technology with a premium onboard experience, designed for your safety and comfort.

Learn about Antarctica’s fascinating history and science through lectures and hands-on projects. Fully enjoy your discovery of the white continent knowing that we have the lowest possible CO2-footprint of all expedition cruises to Antarctica.

The focus of this expedition is on exploring the icy wilderness of Antarctica during its summer season, seeing its stunning landscapes and meeting some of its heart-warming wildlife.  

Choose to sail onboard the world’s first hybrid-powered ships, MS Roald Amundsen and MS Fridtjof Nansen. Alternatively, choose the newly refurbished MS Fram. Hurtigruten Expeditions is the most sustainable choice with one of the lowest CO2- footprints of all expedition voyages to this region.

What's Included?

• International Flights ex AU/NZ

• Local charter flights

• Extra Pre and Post Accommodation

• All Transfers

• Expedition jacket & environmentally friendly water bottle

• Free WIFI

• Premium onboard inclusions

• Meal time drinks package

• Landings, activities and expedition boat cruising Citizen Science Project participation and lectures

• Upgrade options and extras available

 Hurtigruten Expeditions

“As the world leader in exploration travel, we have an obligation to explore responsibly, so we put sustainability at the core of every part of Hurtigruten’s operations.”

Hurtigruten Expeditions is the most sustainable choice with one of the lowest CO2- footprints of all expedition voyages to this region. By taking adventure travel into the next century and beyond.

Our mission is to offer sustainable nature experiences at the polar edges of the world and at a growing number of unique destinations from pole to pole.

Drawing on more than 125 years of pioneering history, our crews possess unparalleled field experience. Our Expedition Teams are composed of highly-trained professionals who host in-depth lectures and share specialist knowledge in our Science Centers. They also scout and arrange safe and engaging nature landings and activities such as kayaking, snowshoeing and wilderness camping. 

Our custom-built expedition ships offer a friendly small-ship ambience. We take you where the big ships can`t – closer to nature, with that special Hurtigruten edge. Life onboard is designed for premium comfort and relaxation – and our chefs serve delicious highend food with a modern twist, drawn from our Norwegian heritage.

Highlights of Antacrtica

Buenos Aires, Ushuaia and the Drake Passage 

After a night in sensuous Buenos Aires, you’ll fly to Ushuaia to embark on hybrid-powered MS Fridtjof Nansen. We then sail south and cross the Drake Passage to Antarctica.

In this part of the world, sea ice, wind, waves and weather conditions are hard to predict.

That’s why we adjust to the elements and modify our plans as we go, to give you the best possible experience for the conditions at the time.  

A different world  

 The icescapes and wildlife of Antarctica change with the seasons.

Late spring in October and November means more snow and pristine landscapes, though whales are relatively rare. Penguins court and nest these months, with the eggs hatching into cute bundles of feathers by December and January.

February and March are the peak of whale-watching opportunities when large amounts of krill lure them to the area.Whichever period you visit, the Expedition Team will be your living, breathing encyclopaedias, sharing their extensive knowledge about the history, wildlife and science of the area.

You can join them in included and optional activities to really discover the secrets and magic of the frozen continent.

Day 1-2: Buenos Aires

Day 3: Buenos Aires to Ushuaia

Day 4-5: Crossing the Drake Passage

Day 6-10: Exploring the Antarctica Peninsula

Day 11-12: Crossing the Drake Passage

Day 13: Ushuaia to Buenos Aires

Day 14: Buenos Aires

The price you see online already includes the discount. Valid for departures between January 2022 to March 2023. ‘From’ price based on lead in cabin on 15 February 2022 departure. Book by 31 July 2021, unless sold out prior. Departure Cities: SYD/MEL/BNE/AKL/CHC . Other departure cities available with a $300 per person supplement: ADL/PER/CNS/DRW/HBA/LST/WLG/CBR. Flight timings and routings only available approximately 10 to 11 months in advance. Transfers may be on a shared basis. International airfares based on economy class. Solo traveller supplements may apply. Normal booking payment and cancellation conditions apply. This offer is valid for new, individual bookings only and on select departures, and subject to withdrawal at any time without notice. Offer is combinable with the Ambassador Loyalty Discount, Corona Virus Rebooking Discount and the 'Keep Sailing and Save' offer.

All fares are displayed in Australian Dollars and pricing is per person based on twin share occupancy unless stated otherwise. Although all due care is taken to keep information as up-to-date as possible, pricing and availability are subject to change without notice: due to varying timing schedules of supplier automated update processes; currency fluctuations; fuel surcharges or government tax & fee changes and may not be guaranteed until paid in full. Gratuities may be an additional onboard charge depending on particular cruise line selected. Please ask your cruise consultant for any clarification of Terms & Conditions.