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FALKLANDS, GEORGIA & ANTARCTIC EXPLORER Departing from Ushuaia 21 Days/20 Nights

OVERVIEW Join us aboard the spacious and well-appointed Ocean Endeavour on this epic 21-day voyage that introduces you to the wonders of the , South Georgia and the . This is a once in a lifetime adventure that will appeal to wildlife enthusiasts, history buffs, adventure-seekers and photographers alike. After several days of excursions among the snow and ice of the Antarctic Peninsula, we follow in the footsteps of the heroic polar explorer Sir , tracing his route north via to the rugged and breathtaking archipelago of South Georgia. It’s on this remote island that the majestic King Penguins congregate - numbering in the hundreds of thousands and carpeting beaches as far as the eye can see. South Georgia is home to the greatest concentration of wildlife on Earth and also boasts the final resting place of Shackleton himself. To round out the final part of our voyage, the rolling hills and windswept albatross colonies of the Falkland Islands await us on the journey west. Here we will land on whitesand beaches, enjoy a beer in downtown Stanley and witness the history of this contested archipelago.

HIGHLIGHTS ARGENTINA Falkland Atlantic Ocean South •• Unspoiled wilderness, uninhabited by man, where the Islands penguins, seals, whales and seabirds are the true rulers. Georgia •• Take in the Sub-Antarctic and the spectacular Antarctic Peninsula. •• Discover the top wildlife destination in the world where you Ushuaia can see penguins, seals, whales and albatrosses. •• Admire breathtaking scenery such as , glaciated mountains and volcanoes. •• Enjoy daily zodiac excursions and on-shore landings. Drake Passage •• Benefit from a variety of onboard activities including South Shetland Islands educational lectures on history, geology and ecology by the expedition team. •• Take advantage of optional activities during the voyage such as sea kayaking and snowshoeing. ANTARCTIC •• Enjoy the amenities onboard including expedition lounge, CIRLCE ANTARCTIC restaurant, bar, pool, jacuzzi, library, gym, sun deck, spa PENINSULA facilities and sauna. ITINERARY DAY 1 - Ushuaia, argentina DAY 3 & 4 – AT SEA, DRAKE PASSAGE On arrival at Ushuaia Airport, please make your way The infamous Drake Passage, named after the famous through to the Arrivals Hall where our representative English explorer, Sir Frances Drake, separates the tip will be waiting for you to transfer you to your hotel. He/ of the Antarctic Peninsula from the southernmost tip she will be holding a sign with your name on it. Should of South America. It is often rough and turbulent, but you not be able to contact them, please refer to the front sometimes as calm as a lake. It is unpredictable, so be of your itinerary for emergency contact details of our prepared! representative office. Enjoy the fabulous onboard facilities, maybe join a yoga class, attend a presentation or two given by the The first night of your voyage is spent in the quaint town Expedition Team to prepare you for what lies ahead – of Ushuaia, the most southerly city in the world and the from the geology of to the history, wildlife and capital of Tierra del Fuego (Land of Fire). even the ice!

The remainder of the day is at leisure and you are free As we sail towards Antarctica, there is a fall in to explore, maybe making a few last-minute purchases temperature as we cross the Antarctic Convergence and from the many shops or artisan markets, or relaxing in a enter the waters of the Antarctic Ocean. The Antarctic café. Avenida San Martin is the main street and there are Convergence is marked by an increased number of some excellent museums to visit or you may prefer to seabirds, whales and other species that are attracted wander the streets taking in the town’s dramatic setting, by the nutrient-rich waters pushed to the surface by with views of the mountains to the north and the Beagle the colder waters of the polar region flowing north and Channel to the south. meeting the warmer equatorial waters flowing south. Head out on deck to look out for the mighty albatrosses DAY 2 – Embarkation in ushuaia that fly overhead, scan the waters for breaching whales and icebergs, or gaze out from the panoramic windows This orningm is again free for you to explore Ushuaia of the observation deck. further, or maybe discover Tierra del Fuego National Park, the most southerly national park of South America. Keep on the lookout for the first sighting of land – that The park offers a range of hiking trails that lead you heralds your arrival to the White Continent! through the stunningly beautiful and dramatic scenery of snow-capped peaks, lush meadows, rugged coastline, glaciers, waterfalls and lakes. Look out for guanaco, DAY 5-8 – South shetland islands & Antarctic Andean foxes, muskrats and the North American beaver. peninsula Birds found here include the Andean condor, Magellanic oystercatcher, kelp goose, austral parakeet and torrent The next four days are spent exploring the South duck. Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula, a region that has captivated explorers for centuries and now enthrals Late this afternoon we transfer to the port of Ushuaia in travellers. We explore by Zodiac, cruising amongst the time for embarkation on board the Ocean Endeavour. The magnificently sculpted icebergs and making shore Expedition Team and the Ship’s Officers will be waiting to landings where we mingle with penguins, climb to welcome us aboard. As we set sail, familiarise yourself vantage points to absorb the spectacular panoramic with the layout of the Ocean Endeavour and its great views, maybe visiting a scientific or historic base. amenities and enjoy a welcome dinner. There may even be opportunities to sea kayak and This evening we sail along the wildlife-rich Beagle snowshoe and of course learn more about photography Channel, towards the White Continent of Antarctica. with one of the experts. As we leave the lights of Ushuaia behind, look out for Magellanic penguins, rock cormorants, petrels and Antarctica will enchant you with its incredible scenery, black-browed albatross from the deck as well as noisy from imposing glaciers to towering snow-capped peaks, sea lion colonies. vast icebergs and ice-strewn channels. ITINERARY

Not to mention the wildlife – from extensive colonies DAY 11 - 14 – south georgia of chinstrap, Gentoo and Adelie penguins, to crabeater, Weddell, fur and elephant seals and a plethora of South Georgia captivates every traveller that steps fascinating birds. Keep your eyes and ears peeled for the foot on its shores. Home to the greatest concentration mighty crack of a glacier calving. of wildlife on the planet, here penguins number in the hundreds of thousands, carpeting beaches as far as the Maybe you will be one of the brave few to take a eye can see. polar plunge in the icy waters! Every day brings a new experience and new landing site. We spend four days exploring this stunningly beautiful island, an island that is not only overrun with an incredible As we cruise from one landing site to the next, enjoy the array of fauna, but one that is steeped in history. continued lecture programme and take in the scenery South Georgia was an intrinsic part of Sir Ernest from the outer decks of the Ocean Endeavour. Make the Shackleton’s ill-fated Expedition and was most of the health and fitness facilities from the relaxing once the centre of a thriving whaling spa and saunas to the pool and gym. industry.

South Georgia is home to over 30 million breeding birds, DAY 9 – ELEphant island thousands of seals, the introduced Norwegian reindeer, We leave the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland nesting sites of the wandering albatross, four breeding Islands behind us as we chart a course for historic species of penguin and the largest colony of king Elephant Island. If conditions permit, we will attempt to penguins on this planet. It is known as the ‘Galapagos of take the Zodiacs to . the South’. If the wildlife is not enough of a drawcard – then the Elephant Island has its place firmly etched in polar spectacular scenery against which it is set can only history, as this is where Shackleton’s crew from the enhance your visit – emerald green bays, snow-covered 1914-17 Trans-Antarctic Expedition took refuge when peaks and blue glacier ice. their ship, The Endurance, was crushed by pack ice in the Weddell Sea. We explore by Zodiac and sea kayak and on foot, with opportunities to learn more about photography from one They set up camp at Point Wild, a harsh and inhospitable of our expert guides. place and waited for over four months, whilst Shackleton sailed with 5 other men in the James Laird lifeboat to Every day provides a different experience and a different South Georgia. This is one of history’s most miraculous location. Stand in awe amongst tens of thousands tales of Antarctic survival and a story revered by of penguins, look out across beaches blanketed with explorers and sailors ever since. elephant seals, visit the remains of abandoned whaling stations and even the grave of Shackleton himself. DAY 10 – at sea DAY 15 & 16 – At sea With the historic Elephant Island behind us, we will start out tracing of Sir Ernest Shackleton’s route by sailing Saying goodbye to the wildlife of South Georgia, we north toward the Island of South Georgia. head west towards the isolated and sparsely populated Witnessing the rugged seas that Shackleton and his men Falklands archipelago, where the silence is broken only navigated in wooden tender is a marvel for history buffs. by the call of birds. Attend lectures and presentations by the Expedition As will be the animated lectures given by your onboard Team, relax and unwind in the His and Hers saunas historians, biologists and ornithology experts as we and spa and take advantage of all the other amenities recap all we’ve seen and learn about all that lays ahead onboard. on this sub-Antarctic archipelago. ITINERARY

DAY 17 & 18 – Falkland Islands DAY 19 & 20 – at sea Have your camera at the ready as we approach the After our exploration of the Falkland Islands, we set sail ruggedly beautiful Falklands archipelago to capture not on a course west, bound for the city of Ushuaia, the most only the abundant wildlife but also the incredible scenery. southerly city in the world and the capital of Tierra del Fuego (Land of Fire). Over the next couple of days we explore East and West Island by Zodiac and on foot as we make daily shore landings and maybe even discover smaller inlets by sea DAY 21 – disembarkation in USHUAIA, argentina kayak. We are scheduled to arrive into Ushuaia early this morning, and we disembark after a final breakfast aboard Learn about the intriguing and controversial history of the Ocean Endeavour. the Falkland Islands as we explore the quaint capital of Port Stanley, with its British outpost feel. After saying our farewells to our Expedition Team and Near the town you may see Southern giant petrels, the the crew of the Ocean Endeavour, we transfer you to the endemic Falkland steamer ducks, kelp gulls and dolphin airport for your onward flight, or you may like to spend gulls. some extra days in Ushuaia, giving you time to explore There are also black-crowned night herons, red-backed this fascinating town and the surrounding areas. hawks, peregrine falcons and turkey vultures. PLEASE NOTE: You are advised not to book a flight out of As we explore the islands, have your camera at the ready Ushuaia before midday on disembarkation day, in case of as we look out for the 5 species of penguins found here, delays caused by unfavourable weather conditions. large populations of black-browed albatrosses, elephant and fur seals, Peale’s and Commerson’s dolphins, orcas and a myriad of bird species including the Falkland’s flightless steamer duck, imperial shags and Cobb’s wrens. inclusions EXclusions •• All meals onboard the vessel including snacks •• Airfares to/from embarkation and disembarkation city •• Onboard lecture program (all voyages) from expedition •• Visa and passport expenses staff and naturalists •• Travel Insurance •• All onshore excursions and Zodiac cruising (excluding •• Beverages (other than coffee and tea) optional activities with cost) •• Personal expenses such as laundry, on-board •• Free use of rubber boots on land and use of communication (telephone calls, faxes, email service) waterproof outer shell jacket •• Gratuities for the crew (recommended US$15 per •• Pre-night accommodation prior to embarkation, person per day) breakfast and transfer to The Ocean Endeavour for •• Optional activities like Sea Kayaking or Ice Camping embarkation whilst onboard •• Transfer to airport on return to port •• Use of gym, sauna, pool and onboard Jacuzzi •• Onboard yoga •• All Port taxes

CHILDREN POLICY Single policy

Not recommend for children under the age of 8 (at time Single Cabins (Solo Use) available in CAT 1, 4A and 5A. of travel). Children must travel with a parent or guardian. Willing to share (same sex) available at no extra charge in Child rate equals 50% of adult rate in a suitable cabin. CAT 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 & 8, subject to availability. Children must be aged between 8 & 12 at time of travel to Single Supplement to create a Solo Use cabin is available be eligible. Please note that all children under the age of in CAT 3, 4, 5, 6 & 7 (only) at a surcharge of 1.7 x applicable 16 must have a child waiver completed on their behalf by Twin share rate, subject to availability. a parent or guardian.

OUR DEPARTURES

OE2-8: 07 Jan - 27 Jan 2022 (21D/20N) - Ushuaia to Ushuaia

In addition to this voyage, we offer a Ushuaia - Puerto Maryn voyage as below: OE2-13*: 09 Mar - 29 Mar 2022 (21D/20N) - Ushuaia to Puerto Madryn * No camping and snowshoeing offered

Please ask your booking agent to obtain the detailed itinerary Ushuaia to Perto Madryn. optional activities Additional Cost Approaching a looming glacier in a sea kayak, strapping on snowshoes to reach the best icy viewpoints, capturing the perfect photo of a humpback whale feeding at the surfac or camping under an Antarctic night sky – these are just some of the ways you can enrich your exploration of the great White Continent with our additional activities. Activities are subject to availability, weather condition and voyage type, so please contact us to find out more. We recommend booking early to avoid disappointment.

Sea Kayaking Ice Camping Snowshoeing

Under full instruction from your Camp out on the ice and experience Get a spring in your step when you slip sea kayaking guide, experience the silence which blankets the on a pair of snowshoes in Antarctica. true tranquillity as you paddle continent by night. This is your chance Enabling you to easily scale gentle through clinking ice floes and realise to completely connect with this slopes, this unique activity allows you the enormity of the surrounding ethereal ice world – wrap up warm to access hard to reach places and seek scenery. Look out for breaching and embrace the Antarctic elements. out the most impressive views. whales, lounging seals and penguins zipping alongside your kayak. Some experience is required.

Private Photography Workshop Forward Facing Zodiac Yoga

Learn to capture wildlife and landscape Achieve the best views and It doesn’t get more serene than shots in a small group photography photographs from a forward complimentary yoga classes to the programme, including critiquing facing Zodiac. They allow you to tune of glacial scenery. Join the most sessions and editing classes. Plus, sit comfortably and securely while unique exercise setting in the world forward facing Zodiac excursions with crackling through the ice-strewn after a day of exploration. Classes are a dedicated photography expert on waters. Look out for wildlife such as regular but are dependent on weather landings. penguins, seals and whales as you conditions and swell. cruise. OCEAN ENDEAVOUR: COMFORT & ADVENTURE

The Ocean Endeavour allows you to explore Antarctica while enjoying the class and comfort of a four-star hotel. Featuring one expedition team member for every eight travellers, you can take full advantage of one of the best staff-passenger ratios in Antarctica, with a greater level of personal service and more time with our onboard experts. Complete with contemporary interiors, lounges for learning and reflection, Zodiacs for remote exploration, breath taking 360° views from the deck, an emphasis on sustainability and exciting activities, the Ocean Endeavour is ideally suited for polar expedition cruising. BENEFITS •• Travellers will enjoy one of the best expedition staff •• A wide range of optional outdoor activities are to passenger ratio (1:8) in Antarctica. on offer, including Photography programme, •• Book a single occupancy cabin for the price of an snowshoeing, ice camping and sea kayaking. interior twin share berth. •• Passengers can enjoy a robust educational •• Our strict sustainable travel policy means these program onboard, with presentations from our cruises are carbon offset, all seafood is sustainably expert expedition team on the history, ecology and sourced and we aim to eliminate single-use plastic geology of the area. on board. •• A variety of health and wellness activities are •• A large fleet of Zodiacs enables all passengers available on board, including a sauna, saltwater to be off the ship at one time. There are also two swimming pool, spa and gym. gangways on each side of the vessel for rapid •• One night in a hotel in Punta Arenas included at the disembarkation. start of the trip. •• Forward facing photography Zodiacs are available. •• Extensive amenities including a restaurant, polar These Zodiacs are designed for comfort and boutique, expedition lounges, bar, sun deck and uninterrupted views. library. •• Heated Mudroom, where guest’s damp or wet •• “Open Bridge” Policy: passengers are invited to expedition gear can be stored. observe the navigational operations of the ship. WHy YOU WILL love this ship?

The Ocean Endeavour is the ultimate expedition cruising ship. Strong, stable and with plenty of creature comforts, you will feel at home. A huge range of activities both on and off the ship make her versatile and appealing to clients of all ages and budgets. The large Zodiac fleet, with boarding on both sides of the vessel makes for fast embarkation and disembarkation.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Name of Vessel: The Ocean Endeavor SAFETY FEATURES Type of Vessel: Ice strengthened expedition vessel The Ocean Endeavour carries six fully enclosed lifeboats and eight life rafts. The capacity for which MAIN DIMENSIONS exceeds SOLAS requirements, with at least 25% more Built: Poland 1981 space than the number of passengers and crew on Ice Class: 1B board. It also has an ice-strengthened hull. Length: 137m (332ft) Breadth: 11m (36ft) AMENITIES Max Draft: 5.6m (18ft) •• Restaurant •• Nautical lounge Cruising Speed: 15 knots •• Polar library Propulsion: 4 Skoda Sulzer engines •• Gym (4,355 horsepower per engine) •• Swimming pool Electricity: 220 volts/60Hz •• Saunas Passenger Capacity: 200 (maximum) •• Spa facilities •• Lecture theatre Crew: 124 •• Polar boutique •• Sun deck and plenty of deck space for observation •• Elevator access (Decks 4, 5 and 6) SAFETY EQUIPMENT •• Clinic with licensed Doctor Lifeboats: 6 •• Wi-Fi in certain public areas (charges apply) Life rafts: 8 •• 24-hour tea and coffee available •• Onboard laundry service (charges apply) OCEAN ENDEAVOUR DECKPLAN CATEGORY 1 | Single Interior CATEGORY 6 | Comfort CATEGORY 2 | Triple Interior CATEGORY 7 | Select CATEGORY 3 | Twin Interior CATEGORY 8 | Superior CATEGORY 4 & 4A | Twin & Single Porthole CATEGORY 9 | Junior Suite CATEGORY 5 & 5A | Twin & Single Window CATEGORY 10 | Owner’s Suite

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MEIDN CLB Deck 9

DECK 8 SAUNA SP M BIDE Deck 8

DECK 7 CI O Deck 7 LONE

POL DECK 6 BOTIE NTILS ETED LONE POLIS ESTNT POOL Deck 6

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MD OOM InsOCEANide the ENDEAVOUR

Often recommended for its inimitable sense of Housing ten different categories of cabin, the space, the Ocean Endeavour has plenty of open and Ocean Endeavour appeals to clients of all ages and airy communal areas that allow travellers to bask in budgets. the unrivalled beauty of passing polar scenery. From single occupancy cabins to large double suites, there’s plenty of choice. Cabins and Suites have the essential amenities All cabins also come with a hairdryer, bathrobe(s), you’ll need to feel comfortable throughout your climate control, a TV, radio and safe. voyage. Our friendly staff at reception or your cabin attendant will be happy to help with any additional bedding you need for your cabin.

CATEGORY 1 | SINGLE INTERIOR CATEGORY 2 | TRIPLE INTERIOR •• Located on Deck 5 •• Located on the Deck 4 •• Two lower berths •• Three lower berths •• A private bathroom •• One or two private bathrooms •• No porthole or window •• No porthole or window

CATEGORY 3 | TWIN INTERIOR CATEGORY 4/4A | TWIN & SINGLE PORTHOLE •• Located on Deck 4 •• Located on the Deck 4 and 5 •• Two lower berths •• One/Two lower berth •• A private bathroom •• A private bathroom •• No porthole or window •• One porthole, unobstructed view CATEGORY 5/5A | TWIN & SINGLE WINDOW CATEGORY 6 | COMFORT •• Located on Deck 7 or 8 •• Located on Deck 4 •• Two lower berths/twin or double beds •• Two lower berths •• A private bathroom •• One or two private bathrooms •• Picture window •• Seperate seating area •• Two portholes, unobstructed view

CATEGORY 7 | SELECT CATEGORY 8 | SUPERIOR TWIN/DOUBLE •• Located on Decks 5 •• Located on Decks 5 and 7 •• Two lower berths •• Two lower berths/twin or double beds •• One or two private bathrooms •• A private bathroom •• Seperate seating area •• Seperate seating area •• Large picture window •• Large picture window

CATEGORY 9 | JUNIOR SUITE CATEGORY 10 | OWNER’S SUITE •• Located on Decks 5 and 7 •• Located on Deck 7 •• One double bed •• One double bed •• A private bathroom, some have bath tubs •• A private bathroom with a bath tub •• Seperate seating area •• Seperate seating area •• Large picture windows •• Forward facing picture windows COMMON AREAS

COMPASS CLUB AURORA LOUNGE

MERIDIAN CLUB OUTER DECK

POLARIS RESTAURANT GYM

MUD ROOM JACUZZI

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