JOURNEY TO ANTARCTICA: THE WHITE CONTINENT Aboard National Geographic Explorer | December 8-21, 2021
Remote. Untrammeled. Spectacular. Antarctica is one of the most exhilarating adventures on Earth. Every facet is thrilling and lovely. Its vastness is both humbling and uplifting, as is the ice in all its myriad forms. Relish the penguins—with their endlessly amusing antics, gabbling in their rookeries, bobbing by on a blue berg, or catapulting on to the shore. See mountains rising some 9,000 feet up from the sea and an abundance of marine mammals. Hike and explore by Zodiac. Travel with an expedition leader and naturalists who have hundreds of journeys under their parkas. A National Geographic photographer will give talks and one-on-one photo tips in the field, and an undersea specialist captures rarely seen footage of life beneath the icy surface for viewing in the comfort of the ship’s lounge. Spend your days and nights on a once-in-a-lifetime polar adventure with the Traveling Aggies.
DECEMBER 8, 2021: U.S./FLY TO BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA Depart U.S. this evening on an overnight flight to Buenos Aires.
DECEMBER 9: BUENOS AIRES Arrive this morning in cosmopolitan Buenos Aires, set on the Rio de la Plata, and check in to the fine Alvear Art Hotel (or similar). In the afternoon, enjoy a guided tour of the city, seeing its Beaux Arts palaces, grand boulevards, and the famous balcony forever associated with Eva Peron. In the early evening, we gather for an informal reception at the hotel. (Day 2: L)
DECEMBER 10: FLY TO USHUAIA, ARGENTINA/EMBARK SHIP Today we fly by private charter flight to Ushuaia, Argentina. This morning's flight will bring us over Patagonia before landing in Ushuaia, the southern-most city in the world. Enjoy lunch on a catamaran cruise of the Beagle Channel. Embark the National Geographic Explorer and set sail. (B,L,D)
DECEMBER 11: AT SEA/DRAKE PASSAGE We awake this morning well into our journey across the Drake Passage. Lying between Cape Horn and the Antarctic Peninsula, the Drake holds a unique place in maritime lore. Sometimes misty and gray, other times calm and clear, crossing the legendary Drake Passage is unforgettable―a milestone in any adventurer's personal travel history. (B,L,D)
DECEMBER 12-17: ANTARCTICA With long hours of daylight at this time of year, we have ample opportunity to explore the Antarctic Peninsula and the surrounding islands. In keeping with the nature of an expedition, our schedule is flexible so that we can take advantage of the unexpected—watching whales at play off the bow, taking an after-dinner Zodiac cruise, or heading out on an unplanned excursion. We anticipate offering opportunities each day to hike, kayak among the ice floes, and experience close encounters with wildlife. You may have the thrill of watching our powerful ship crunch through the pack ice, or step ashore to thousands of Adélie and gentoo penguins. You’ll learn how climate change affects the penguin populations, and how best to capture your images from a National Geographic photographer. Back aboard, our undersea specialist may present video from that day’s dive or show rare images taken up to 1,000 feet below the surface using our ROV. Our expert staff will craft an expedition where you will learn, see, and experience the wonders of the seventh continent. (B,L,D)
DECEMBER 18-19: AT SEA As we sail back to Ushuaia, an albatross or two may join the avian escort of seabirds that cross our bow, and our spotters will keep an eye out for marine life. There’ll be plenty of time to enjoy a wellness treatment, log sometime in the gym, or catch up on the book you haven’t had a minute to read. Celebrate our voyage at a farewell dinner on board. (B,L,D)
DECEMBER 20-21: DISEMBARK/FLY TO BUENOS AIRES After breakfast, we disembark in Ushuaia. Fly by charter to Buenos Aires and connect with your overnight flight home. Please confirm departure and arrival cities and dates before booking your flights. (Day 13: B,L) Please note: All day-by-day breakdowns are a sampling of the places we intend to visit, conditions permitting.
CANCELLATION POLICY: Number of Days Prior to Expedition Start Per Person Cancellation Fee 180 or more days $750 179-120 days Advance payment cost 119-90 days 25% of trip cost 89-60 days 50% of trip cost 59-0 days No refund JOURNEY TO ANTARCTICA: THE WHITE CONTINENT ABOARD NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC EXPLORER | DECEMBER 8-21, 2021
Book by March 31, 2021 for free round-trip economy group airfare Miami/Buenos Aires. Ask about other U.S. gateways. Subject to availability and may not be combined with other offers and pre- and post- extensions. Baggage fees may be additional. Call for details.
COST INCLUDES: One hotel night in Buenos Aires, Argentina; transfers to and from group flights; accommodations aboard ship; meals indicated and all beverages while onboard (including alcohol*); all shore excursions, sightseeing and entrance fees; services of Lindblad Expeditions’ Leader, naturalist staff, expert guides and ship’s physician; use of kayaks; all port charges and service taxes; gratuities to guides, drivers and ship’s crew; complimentary parka. Unused services or items included in this program are non-refundable. NOT INCLUDED: Airfare from U.S. to Buenos Aires (unless otherwise indicated); charter flights Buenos Aires/Ushuaia (must be purchased through Lindblad Expeditions); meals not indicated; extensions; travel protection plan; passport, visa, security, or immigration fees; personal items such as WiFi, laundry, *certain premium brands of alcohol, voyage chronicle, etc. IMPORTANT FLIGHT INFORMATION: Please confirm arrival and departure dates prior to booking flights. SAMPLE AIRFARES: Round-trip Miami/Buenos Aires: Economy from $1,100; Business from $3,100 Charter from $960 Airfares are subject to change. ADVANCE PAYMENT: $1,500
COST PER PERSON / DOUBLE OCCUPANCY CATEGORY 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 $ 15,080 $ 16,150 $ 16,720 $ 17,970 $ 21,660 $ 24,690 $ 28,200 COST PER PERSON / SINGLE OCCUPANCY SA SB $ 19,990 $ 20,850
CANCELLATION POLICY: # of Days Prior to Expedition Start Per Person Cancellation Fee 180 or more days $750 179-120 days Advance Payment 119-90 days 25% of trip cost 89-60 days 50% of trip cost 59-0 days No refund
FOR RESERVATIONS AND INFORMATION, PLEASE CALL Lindblad Expeditions 96 Morton Street New York, NY 10014 Phone: 888-773-9007 • Fax: 646-390-2050 Email: [email protected]
For detailed information on Lindblad Expeditions’ commitment to Sustainability and Responsible Travel, please visit our website: https://www.expeditions.com/why-us/global-stewardship/sustainability/ NA T!ONAL GEOGRAPHIC EXPLORER
CAPACllY:148 guestsin 81 outsidecabins. MEALS:Servedin singleseatings with unassignedtables for an informalatmosphere and easymingling. Menu is international REGISTRY:Bahamas. OVERALL LENGTH: 367 feet. with localflair. NationalGeographic Explorer is a state-of-the-artexpedition ship. It is a fully stabilized,ice-class vessel, with an ice-reinforcedhull, CABINS:All cabinsface outside with windowsor portholes,private enablingit to navigatepolar passages while providing exceptional facilitiesand climatecontrols. Some cabins have balconies. comfort.It carrieskayaks and a fleet of Zodiaclanding craft. An EXPEDITIONEQUIPMENT: Zodiac landing craft, kayaks, Remotely underseaspecialistoperates a remotelyoperated vehicle (ROV) OperatedVehicle(ROV), hydrophone, splashcam,underwatervideo and sophisticatedvideo equipment, extending accessto the camera,crow's nest remotecontrolled camera, video microscope, underwaterworld. snorkelinggear. PUBLICAREAS:Bistrobar; chart room;restaurant; global gallery; SPECIALFEATURES: A full-time doctor, underseaspecialist, library,lounge with full servicebar and state-of-the-artfacilities photographer,photoinstructor and video chronicier, internet cafe for films,slideshows and presentations;mud roomwith lockers and laundry. for expeditiongear, and observationlounge. Our "open bridge" WELLNESS:Thevessel is staffedby a wellnessspecialist and providesguests an opportunityto meetour officersand captain featuresa glass-enclosedfitness center, outdoor stretching area, and learnabout navigation. two LEXspatreatmentrooms and sauna.
CATEGORY1: MainDeck with one or two portholes MainDeck with window #309-312, 329-334
#301-308 1,.::;:.:...:-1.&.:.:1.::.i Upperand Veranda Decks with window CATEGORY2: MainDeck with window#317-320, 335-336 #105-106,203,208 CATEGORY3: MainDeck with window#313-316, 321-328, CATEGORY3 TRIPLE:Main Deck with window#341, 343 337-340,342,344,346,348,350 SHAREDACCOMMODATIONS:Available in Categories1 and 2. CATEGORY4: Upper and Veranda Decks with window #103-104, SOLEOCCUPANCY: Cabins available in CategoriesA and B. 107-108,201-202, 204-207, 210,212,217,226,228 NOTE:Cabins#209, 211,214, 216-218, 220,222,224,226, CATEGORY5: UpperDeck with balcony#209, 211,214,216, 228, 303-306-Thesecabins haveone queen-sizedbed. All 218, 220-222, 224 other doublecabins have two lowersingle beds; some can convertto a queen-sizedbed. Third person rates are availablein CATEGORY6: VerandaDeck-Suite#101-102; the designatedtriple occupancycabins at one-halfthe double UpperDeck-Suite with balcony#213 occupancyrate. Cabins #341, 343, 101,102,215,219 and CATEGORY7: UpperDeck-Suite with balcony#215, 219, 230 230 can accommodatea third person. ELEVATOR LIBRARY OBSERVATION LOUNGE
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SAUNA LEXspa FITNESS CENTER
CHART WELLNESS DECK ROOM LOUNGE 101 105-S 103 107
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SUN DECK 106-S 104 108 102 DECK
VERANDA DECK RESTAURANT BISTRO RECEPTION
201 203-S 205 207 BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. 217 B ALCONY 219 213 215 209 211 221 B
GLOBAL AL. GALLERY B ALCONY 224 214 216 218 220 222 230 208-S 20 2 20 4 20 6 21 0 21 2 GALLEY 22 6 22 8
BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. UPPER DECK 313 315 317 319 321 323 325 327 335 337 339 309-S 311-S 329-S 331-S 333-S 305 307 301 303 343-T 341-T 302 304 306 308 310-S 312-S 330-S 332-S 334-S 348 350 314 316 318 320 322 324 326 328 336 338 340 342 344 346
MAIN DECK SPECIALIS T UNDERSEA INTERNET CAFE ZB
LOCKERS WC + OFFIC E DOCTOR’S
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RESERVATION FORM
JOURNEY TO ANTARCTICA: THE WHITE CONTINENT
ABOARD NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC EXPLORER 14 Days
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