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COSTA RICA AND CANAL EXPEDITION

Immerse yourself in the remarkable coastlines of Costa Rica and Panama. Costa Rica (‘rich coast’) is one of the most biodiverse on . Explore the lush jungle, tropical rainforest and inviting turquoise waters surrounded by a truly outstanding variety of wildlife, brilliant birds and flamboyant flora. In Panama, discover pristine coral reefs, meet the Emberá Mogue indigenous community and cross the historic .

ITINERARY

Day 1 San Jose Upon your arrival at San José International Airport, use the complimentary airport transfer service provided by Double Tree Cariari by Hilton and transfer to the hotel. The hotel offers a free airport shuttle service departing every hour starting at 4.30 am until 10.30 pm. As you exit the international terminal, the pick-up point for the transfer is located in front of El Malinche restaurant. Upon check-in, please remind reception staff to provide you with your Aurora Expeditions cabin tags. Please fill out the luggage tags clearly, showing your name and cabin number so that we can deliver your luggage to your cabin ahead of your arrival. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure. Accommodation: Double Tree by Hilton Hotel Cariari (or similar)

Day 2 Puerto Caldera, embark Greg Mortimer

0800 945 3327 (within New Zealand) | +64 (0) 3 365 1355 | 1800 107 715 (within ) [email protected] | wildearth-travel.com After a leisurely buffet breakfast, transfer to Puerto Caldera (2-hours) where Days 5-6 Osa Peninsula & Golfo Dulce your vessel awaits. After boarding, you’ll have time to settle into your cabin before participating in important safety briefings. Afterwards, enjoy lunch on Over the next two days, we explore the untamed Osa Peninsula, considered by board as you sail to nearby Isla Tortuga (Turtle Island), where can snorkel, National Geographic to be ‘one of the most biologically intense places on swim, paddle or relax. The water is teeming with a dizzying array of tropical earth’. Considered to be the crown jewel of Costa Rica's park system, fish, big pufferfish, turtles, sting rays, white tip reef sharks, and occasionally Corcovado National park is the country's largest and one of the most remote dolphins. Isla Tortuga we will do our kayak orientation and have our first parks in Costa Rica. It is home to the largest and only tropical primary lowland introductory paddle. This evening, get to know your fellow expeditioners, rainforest in the world, provides habitat for a plethora of endangered plant expedition team and crew at a welcome dinner to celebrate the start of a and animal species including the scarlet macaw, various frogs, and the tapir - thrilling adventure. the largest terrestrial mammal in Central and . In order to conserve the integrity of the national park, restrictions are placed on the Day 3 Curú National Wildlife Refuge capacity of daily visitors permitted in the park. We therefore hike through a private conservation reserve adjoining the national park looking not only for Curú National Wildlife Refuge is a privately owned and managed nature wildlife, but also to experience the incredible wet tropical rainforest filled with preserve offering visitors some of the best eco-tourism experiences in Costa tall trees measuring over 60 m /197 ft, lianas, epiphytes, palms, gingers and Rica. The refuge is the first privately owned refuge in Costa Rica and is an orchids. The following day, we will round the peninsula’ most southern point to example of a successful sustainable development program, offering over 3700 enter Gulfo Dulce, or Sweet Gulf. The large bay hugs pristine beaches, rivers acres of tropical forests, mangrove swamps, and grassy fields sitting right and tall evergreen forest, a protected area known as the Golfo Dulce Forest along the coastline. 17 hiking trails wind through the varied terrain and you Reserve. As one of the wettest places on Earth with over 200 inches/5000 may see white-tail deer or catch a glimpse of armadillos or iguanas. Monkeys mm of rainfall a year, the Golfo Dulce Forest Reserve boasts some of the are prolific including the native capuchin, spider, and howler monkeys. tallest ancient trees. Established in 1979, the Golfo Dulce Forest Reserve was Located on the southern Nicoya Peninsula of northwestern Costa Rica, the created to protect the lowland forested areas that surround the gulf – the area is teeming with abundant wildlife and hosts one of the most beautiful reserve also connecting other national parks in the area. We visit a private beaches and protected bays on the Nicoya Peninsula, where we hope to go reserve called Casa Orquideas (Orchid House), akin to a botanical garden for a paddle and swim. adjoining Piedras Blancas National Park. A hike in Casa Orquideas allows you to appreciate colourful orchids, heliconias, palms, and all the tropical wildlife Day 4 Manuel Antonio National Park such as toucans, macaws, tanagers, and honey creepers that feed from the flowers. The warm tropical waters in the gulf are a popular playground for Boasting over 100 species of mammals, 184 species of birds and a plethora dolphins - perfect for snorkelling, paddle-boarding, kayaking, and Zodiac of diverse flora, Manuel Antonio National Park is a paradise for wildlife lovers. cruising. Costa Rica’s star attractions - two and three toed sloths, white-faced monkeys and toucans can all be found on hikes that weave through the park. Hiking Day 7 Coiba National Park trails snake their way through the parkland offering access to its rainforest, waterfalls and remote white sand beaches whilst from the water we can Leaving Costa Rica behind, we sail through the Panamanian islands of Coiba snorkel, kayak and paddleboard to view the exquisite coral. We anchor off the National Park, located off the southwest coast of Panama and inscribed as by shores of Espadilla Beach and Zodiac to shore for a wet landing. Walk along UNESCO as a place of outstanding universal value. The national park protects this soft-sand beach or follow a trail through the rainforest parallel to the Coiba Island, 38 smaller islands and the surrounding marine areas within the beach to get to Playa Manuel Antonio, which is the most popular beach inside Gulf of Chiriqui. Protected from the cold winds and effects of El Niño, Coiba’s the park. It’s a short, deep crescent of white sand backed by lush rainforest. Pacific tropical moist forest maintains exceptionally high levels of endemism There are numerous clearly-marked hiking trails to choose from - a circular of mammals, birds and plants due to the ongoing evolution of new species. It loop trail (1.4 km/0.9 mi) around a high promontory bluff, which includes a is also the last refuge for a number of threatened animals such as the crested visit to the highest point on this hike – Punta Catedral, which offers eagle. The property is an outstanding natural laboratory for scientific research spectacular views, takes approximately 25 to 30 minutes return. The hiking and provides a key ecological link to the Tropical Eastern Pacific for the transit trails in Manuel Antonio National Park offer excellent opportunities to spot and survival of pelagic fish and marine mammals. Due to Coiba Island (the monkeys, sometimes sloths, agoutis, armadillos and coatis. main island in the archipelago) previously serving as a penal colony, access to the island was heavily restricted. As a result, nearly 80 percent of the islands'

0800 945 3327 (within New Zealand) | +64 (0) 3 365 1355 | 1800 107 715 (within Australia) [email protected] | wildearth-travel.com natural resources have remained untouched and flourished because of limited Day 10 Emberá Mogue Village, Darién, Panama human contact. Coiba National Park is managed by the National Authority for the Environment (ANAM) and is accessible only by permit from ANAM. With its There are few places on Earth like the Darién - a of great interest to designations as a National Park and UNESCO protection, Isla Coiba, its biologists, anthropologists, and a notorious route for smuggling narcotics. It is surrounding waters and island neighbours have been given a greater degree of a place of immense natural beauty, where life in the rainforest has remained protection. Despite being subject to poaching, illegal logging and other relatively unchanged for the indigenous communities that live there. It is trespasses, the Panamanian government has taken a large step in their Panama’s last frontier. The Darién is enormous. The province itself spans preservation. On Coiba Island, we plan to spend the morning at Granito de some 16,671 square kilometres (6,437 square miles) and contains Panama’s Oro islet, a unique place which offers the casual snorkeller a diversity and largest national park and most the country’s most extensive lowland tropical volume of marine life that many avid scuba divers spend their lives trying to forest. However, with only 40,000 inhabitants, the Darién is also the most see. The waters surrounding are considered one of the best diving destinations sparsely populated part of Panama. Its residents live in small, impoverished in the world. Enjoy the morning snorkelling among abundant marine life, towns, and include members of the Guna and Emberà-Wounaan indigenous kayaking around rocky outcroppings, and basking on the warm sand. At groups. For many, the Darién is little more than the place where the Granito de Oro you can also enjoy hiking the “Monkey Trail”. The forest here is Pan-American Highway ends and the Darién Gap begins. The gap is the only home to rare indigenous flora, and provides sanctuary for wildlife such as missing link in a system of roads that connects North and South America, all mantled howler monkeys and crested eagles, as well as threatened bird the way from Alaska to . Darién National Park, which spans a total species such as the crested eagle. of 579,000 hectares (1,430,740 acres), is the largest national park in . Rarely visited, the region is characterized by unspoiled sandy Day 8 Coiba National Park, Panama beaches, jagged rocky coasts, mangrove swamps, and tropical forests bursting with endemic and rare species of plants and birds such as the scarlet From 1919 to 2004, the penal colony on Coiba Islands was home to macaw, toucan and harpy eagle. Mammals include ocelot, jaguar, Baird’s Panama’s most dangerous criminals and political prisoners. At the peak of its tapir, anteater, sloth, coatis and kinkajou, In an effort to save the Darién from operations, the prison housed up to approximately 3,000 inmates in about 30 being poached by loggers and developers, UNESCO inscribed the Darien camps spread around the islands. We spend the morning on the hiking trails National Park into its list of World Heritage Sites in 1983. You will visit Mogue, that lead to a number of waterfalls, hot springs. Remains of the prison, now an Emberá community in the Darién, a remote destination where you will be roofless and rusted, can still be found at Damas Bay on the eastern side of rewarded with a unique look at a traditional Emberá village. The village is the island. Back on board, enjoy lunch as we set towards the . accessible after a 30-minute Zodiac ride (during high tide) up the scenic and swampy Mogue River surrounded by rainforest. You may see birds such as Day 9 Pearl Islands willets, whimbrels, and laughing falcons. Nearing the village, we will be warmly welcomed by the community leaders who will meet our Zodiacs and personally The Pearl Islands of Panama is an archipelago located in the North Pacific transfer us to their village using their traditional boats. On arrival, the village is in the Gulf of Panama, covering around 250 small islands. The Spanish a 15-minute walk from the shore of the river. Mogue was established by the Conquistadors discovered the islands in 1503 and gave the Islands its name indigenous Emberá in the 1960s and tourism plays a substantial role in due to the great amounts of pearls found on them. The Pearl Islands were sustaining its existence. Upon arriving at the village, the Emberá women will originally named by the Spanish explorer Vasco Nuñez de Balboa due to the perform a traditional blessing dances to welcome us followed by a more bountiful pearls that were harvested off the islands’ shores. The Pearl Islands formal welcome by the main ‘Nocoe’ (chief). It is customary for the Emberá to are most famous for their spectacular and tranquil white sand beaches, share food and fruits of the season with visitors. Local artisans are proud to untouched forests, and colourful coral reefs offshore – ideal for diving, show you their handicraft skills such as woodcarving, mask-making, weaving snorkelling and kayaking. The largest of the islands is Isla Del Rey but Isla and jewelry-making – all available for purchase, and a wonderful way to Contadora is the only destination in the archipelago that is equipped with directly support the community. On guided hikes, you might be able to spot a enough infrastructure to attract a large number of visitors. In addition to Isla harpy eagle or crested eagle—the nests of both birds have been spotted here Contadora, we plan to visit a few nearby islands including Bartolome to enjoy in the past. some aquatic activities before exploring Pachequilla, and Pacheca island, also known as Isla de Los Párajos (Bird Island) because it hosts several colonies of Day 11 seabirds.

0800 945 3327 (within New Zealand) | +64 (0) 3 365 1355 | 1800 107 715 (within Australia) [email protected] | wildearth-travel.com Three million years ago, the Isthmus of Panama emerged from the and the canal daily. Enjoy a slow cruise along the forested banks of Gatun Lake, a changed the world forever. It divided an ocean and joined two protected area, looking for wildlife such as Capuchin Monkeys, three-toed together, triggering one of the most important natural evolution events in the sloth, howler monkeys, various kinds of toucans and other bird life. This is a history of the world. Today, this narrow land bridge in Central America is home place to observe the raw regenerative power of the forest as it struggles to to more species of birds and trees than the whole of . Panama claim what was once wild. Enjoy lunch at a resort located in the shores of the is of course world-famous for its 77 km / 48 mi canal that connects the Gatun Lake. Afterwards, head to Casco Viejo, Panama’s historic colonial with the . Panama’s history has been formed by a centre listed as a UNESCO world heritage site filled with delightful colonial rich pre-Columbian era for more than 12,000 years. Early cultures in Panama houses, narrow cobblestone streets and impressive churches. In the “Casco were the Monagrillo, the Cueva and the Conte, particularly famous for their Antiguo” lies French Park, a monument to the French builders who started the pottery, which was the first in the . The first European claiming the Panama Canal. Some superb museums are found in the Old Quarter, territory of today’s Panama was Rodrigo de Bastidas, coming from Colombia’s including the Canal Museum, which traces Panama's history. Transfer back to Atlantic coast in 1501. In 1513 Vasco Nuñez de Balboa became the first the ship or explore Casco Viejo at your own pace. A scheduled shuttle service Spaniard to see the Pacific Ocean from the top of a hill. Four days later he will transfer you back to the ship. and his men stood at the shores of the Pacific Ocean. In 1519 Panama City was founded, and became an important hub for seized goods making its way Day 12 Panama Canal Crossing from Peru to Spain. In 1671, English buccaneer Henry Morgan looted and completely destroyed Panama City. These ruins of Old Panama (Panama la Crossing the Panama Canal will surely be a highlight for many travellers. Each Vieja) are open to visitors. In the same decade, a new city and what’s today year, over a million people visit the canal to witness this engineering marvel at known as Casco Viejo was constructed 10 km / 6.2 mi away from Panama la work. Starting in the Pacific Ocean, you will be able to admire the Bay of Vieja. Shore Excursions (please choose one of the following) Visitor Panama and Panama City’s splendorous skyline before passing under the Centre and Colonial City Tour at “Casco Viejo” At the Miraflores Visitor Centre, ‘Bridge of the Americas’. The vessel will then transit through the first set of you will find different activities to learn and fully enjoy the Panama Canal. In locks, the Miraflores Locks, where it will be lifted 16 metres in two distinct the cinema, watch a short 10-minute film on the history of the Panama Canal steps. Next, your ship will enter Miraflores Lake, which is a small artificial body from its beginnings to the present. Four exhibition halls portray the Canal's of fresh water that separates Pedro Miguel Locks from Miraflores Locks. The history and biodiversity, while three terraces and observation decks are ideal vessel will transit through Pedro Miguel Locks, which is one of the two sets of places for observing the Canal's operation, the passage of ships through the locks on the Pacific side, and here the vessel is lifted 9 metres in one step. locks and how they move. Inscribed on the list of World Heritage Sites in After exiting Pedro Miguel locks, your boat will travel through the Gaillard Cut, 1997, Panama City’s Casco Viejo (Old Quarter) is a compact treasure trove of where the flows into the canal. The Gaillard Cut (also known as 16th and 17th century colonial architecture. The oldest continuously occupied Culebra Cut because its curves resemble a snake) is one of the main points of European city in the Americas on the Pacific coast, Panama Viejo as it is now interest for visitors because it was carved through the Continental Divide and known was founded in 1519. The excursion includes visits to two exceptional this section of the canal is full of history and geological value. As you transit sites as well as a guided walk around the historic quarter and the cobblestone the cut you will see dredging occurring to control the sediments entering the streets for a leisurely look at many historic landmarks including: Plaza Herrera, canal because of the terrain’s susceptibility to landslides. Sail through Gatun San José Church, Plaza Francia, Plaza Bolívar with the San Francisco de Asis Lake, which was formed by erecting the Gatun Dam across the Chagres River, Church, Plaza Mayor (where the Metropolitan Cathedral is located). After the and during your transit through the lake, you will pass the Smithsonian tour, you have the option of exploring Casco Viejo at your own pace or return Research Station at Barro Colorado. The last of the three locks in the Gatun to the ship. A shuttle service will be available to transfer you back to the ship Locks, the only set of locks in the Atlantic sector. At Gatun Locks, the vessel if you even if you extend your time in the old town. Gatun Lake Expedition & will be lowered a total of 26 metres in three distinct chambers. The complete Walking Tour at “Casco Viejo” Gatun Lake is a large artificial lake with a crossing from the Pacific to the Atlantic Ocean takes approximately 10 hours, unique ecosystem that forms a major part of the Panama Canal, carrying a journey that once took almost two weeks to complete, where vessels were ships for 33 km (20 miles) on their transit across the Isthmus of Panama. At forced to sail around the notoriously rough around Cape Horn at the the time it was created, Gatun Lake was the largest man-made lake in the bottom of South America to reach the Pacific coast. world. The vegetation at Gatun Lake offers ideal habitats for a large number of bird species. The excursion starts with boat trip heading north on the Canal for Day 13 At Sea 25 minutes where we may get close to some of the larger ships that transit

0800 945 3327 (within New Zealand) | +64 (0) 3 365 1355 | 1800 107 715 (within Australia) [email protected] | wildearth-travel.com Sail to Cartagena de Indias, Colombia. While at sea, enjoy a few final Please Note: presentations from our team of experts. Edit photos, finish the book you’ve been enjoying, or simply relax on your private balcony or in one of the many Due to strict regulations enforced by local environmental authorities to public spaces on board the ship. conserve and protect the pristine places visited on this voyage, permits can be cancelled by authorities at any time with very little notice. Under such Day 14 Cartagena de Indias circumstances, Aurora Expeditions reserves the right to change our itineraries with little or no prior notice. Disembark in Cartagena de Indias, Colombia, inscribed by UNESCO as a site of Outstanding Universal Heritage. The city’s rich history, diverse culture and energy captivates visitors with its vibrancy, Afro- character, indigenous influences and some of the best-preserved colonial architecture in all of South America. Founded in 1533 by Pedro de Heredia, Cartagena was formerly one of the gateways to the Caribbean for the Spanish. It was here they would store the riches plundered from South America before they were transported back to the . It is not surprising therefore that the city drew the attention of buccaneers and pirates who attempted, on many occasions, to seize the city, most notably by Sir Francis Drake who in 1586, "mercifully" agreed not to destroy the city in return for 10 million pesos. It was after the attack by Drake that plans were made to fortify the city and work on the defensive fort walls began. These walls, still stand today, and mark the boundary between the old and new parts of the city. The walls and fort, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, took a total of 200 years to build and complete, and the Spanish finished them just 25 years before Colombia gained Independence. Today’s introductory tour will take you through Cartagena’s old town under the Puerta Del Reloj (Clock tower entrance) into the Plaza de los Coches. Your expert local guide will tell stories of the myths and legends, histories and stories of Cartagena from ancient times right up to the present. From the Plaza San Pedro Claver with its stunning Church, to the Plaza Bolivar with its shady areas, where you can watch the world go by. During the walk you will visit the Inquisition Palace, built in the 17th century, and considered one of the most elegant and characteristic colonial constructions in its time. A short walk away and your final stop is a visit to San Pedro Claver Cloister, monastery and museum built in homage to San Pedro - the protector of slaves. The cloister where Pedro Claver lived and died has become a special place of silence, and reflection – a shrine to his life's work. Here, visitors will find examples of pre-Colombian ceramics and a museum filled with religious art. Adjoining the monastery is a baroque church designed by German and Dutch architects, where the remains of Saint Pedro Claver is enshrined. The tour ends with a transfer to our group hotel. After check-in, enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure. (Breakfast included. Lunch and dinner at own expense) Accommodation: Hyatt Regency (or similar)

Day 15 Cartagena de Indias After breakfast, farewell your fellow travellers and check-out of your room before making your own way to the airport for your onward journey.

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YOUR SHIP: Greg Mortimer

VESSEL TYPE: Expedition

LENGTH: 104 metres

PASSENGER CAPACITY: 132

BUILT/REFURBISHED: 2019

Capable of negotiating the strongest winds and waves, the Greg -BOW™ Mortimer is built to world-class polar standards - designed in Our expeditions face some of the worst Mother Nature can close consultation with our expedition specialists, taking throw at us. However, this won't be problem on the Greg advantage of our more than 25 years of experience. Mortimer with the introduction of the patented X-BOW™, The Greg Mortimer redefines expedition cruising for the future, created by Norwegian ship designer ULSTEIN. As one of the with just 132 passengers on board in the polar regions. Not leaders in marine engineering, ULSTEIN's X-BOW™ is an only is the ship bigger to contend with adverse weather inverted bow concept that's been built on over 100 vessels in conditions, its added creature comforts make for a more the shipping industry. Excitingly, we are the first expedition enjoyable journey out on the open ocean. The Greg Mortimer cruise operator to utilise this technology for the challenging remains true to our ethos and focus on multiple landings, open ocean waves! flexible itineraries and family atmosphere - just with an Hydraulic viewing platforms improved home base! Although there is no doubt that you'll love the aesthetics of the As a modern and custom-designed ship, the Greg Mortimer is at Greg Mortimer, we are all here to admire the spectacular the cutting edge of nautical technology. Robust, powerful and landscape and spot the elusive wildlife in their natural habitat. built with our guests in mind, this ship marks a significant To ensure you get the best views possible, the new ship features investment in our fleet's capabilities. From the European unique viewing platforms, custom-built for the Greg Mortimer. to the depths of Antarctica, and other far-flung destinations Accessed from Deck 5, the two platforms fold out hydraulically in-between, the Greg Mortimer will make your journey a breeze! for unobstructed views of passing marine life and seabirds - Greg Mortimer ULSTEIN X make sure your camera is locked and loaded! Zodiac launching platform

0800 945 3327 (within New Zealand) | +64 (0) 3 365 1355 | 1800 107 715 (within Australia) [email protected] | wildearth-travel.com Zodiacs are a vital part of getting up close and personal on your compliant with the latest SOLAS requirements. It's also built adventure - sneaking into areas that the Greg Mortimer can't with a Rolls Royce stabiliser system. If there's an incident or reach. On this new ship, there are specially designed launching accident during your adventure, the ship has an on-board, platforms that enables us to load Zodiacs easily and quickly, fully-stocked medical centre - where our trained medical team allowing you to spend more time exploring on the two to three can provide necessary treatment in a timely fashion. Safety daily landings. There are 15 Zodiacs that are boarded from continues to be an issue that our team takes very serious and either side of Deck 3 (sea level), perfect for when there is a the Greg Mortimer allows us to create an environment where group of fluffy cute penguin chicks that we need a photo of! you can concentrate on the brilliant landscape and wildlife, Activity Platform without worrying about your wellbeing. Regardless of your destination, we offer a number of additional Ship Life activities to allow you to see more of the environment. From Greg Mortimer is designed to serve your every need. It's your kayaking and diving to climbing and ski touring, it's these bedroom, bathroom, lounge, dining room and even your optional activities that often leave the biggest impression on observatory. Make yourself at home, the Greg Mortimer is yours your trip as a whole. Onboard the Greg Mortimer, there is a to enjoy! spacious prep and loading platform for these activities and Observation Points more - designed in consultation with our expert activity guides. Let's face it - you don't want windowless rooms when travelling Environmentally friendly around some of the most beautiful locations around the world. Climate change and carbon emissions continue to be major This is why the Greg Mortimer is designed with plenty of issues that everyone needs to be aware of and actively dedicated observation spaces - ideal for keen bird spotters, managing. This includes reduced emissions into the air and sea, wildlife watchers and those wanting to watch the scenery go lower energy consumption, high fuel efficiency, reduced light past. From the indoor 180-degree lounge and outdoor pollution for minimal wildlife disruption and lower on-board 360-degree open deck, both on deck 8, to the 270-degree plastic use. It's vital to also mention the state-of-the-art virtual open sundeck on level 7, there are plenty of observation points anchoring technology of the X-BOW™, which means the ship to share around the ship! If these are full, then you can take up can float anchorless while launching Zodiacs, kayaks etc, a spot on one of the two hydraulic viewing platforms on deck 5. without disturbing delicate sea floor areas. Aurora Expeditions also has an open bridge policy, which Safety features means at any point you can come up to the bridge and check This starts with the return-to-port equipment - not compulsory out what the captain and officers are up to. From watching on a ship of this size - which duplicates the propulsion system. navigational practices to observing mapping techniques, you This enables the ship to maintain operating systems and can get a firsthand look at the inner workings of the Greg comfort in the event of engine failure. Furthermore, the Greg Mortimer. Mortimer is Polar Code 6 compliant, holds BV class and is fully Shore excursions

0800 945 3327 (within New Zealand) | +64 (0) 3 365 1355 | 1800 107 715 (within Australia) [email protected] | wildearth-travel.com Although the ship is fun, the real enjoyment comes from the reflect on your time on the ship and consolidate lifelong many shore excursions that are available. Depending on the friendships with the people you've met on-board. weather and itinerary, it's possible to take two to three landings On-board entertainment daily, taking a look at everything from rock formations and When you're relaxing during a sea day or you have a little ancient ruins to cute groups of penguins. We know time is of the downtime on the ship between excursions, what is there to do essence in these wild locations, so the Greg Mortimer has been onboard the Greg Mortimer? Plenty! On all our expeditions, designed with 15 Zodiacs, which means you can maximise your there are experts who lead presentations in the spacious lecture time on shore. From four dedicated sea level launching room so you can understand the region a little better. These platforms, transfers are quicker, safer and enable you to get often include topics as broad as history and culture to biology closer to the action for a longer period of time. Just remember and climate change, these presentations aim to educate and to charge your camera before you step onto the Zodiac! entertain. If you're keen to just watch the surroundings and Activity options keep your eyes peeled for wildlife, you have access to two From kayaking and skiing to diving and climbing, these are bars/lounges where the stunning floor to ceiling windows offer a one-in-a-lifetime opportunities that you need to take advantage special perspective on the landscape. The Greg Mortimer is also of. Aboard the Greg Mortimer there is a specially designed decked out with other facilities for your enjoyment. There is a launching platform for all activities, a concept overseen by our library on Deck 5 with books and maps and a Wellness Centre activity experts. This area also includes individual lockers in the complete with gym equipment, sauna and spa. Feeling a little expansive mudroom and rapid drying areas for wetsuits so you sore after walking around all day? Treat yourself to a massage can quickly get warm after exploring in the elements! at the Wellness Centre and feels the aches disappear! Keen Dining photographers and artists will revel in the multimedia room on From the moment you step onto the Greg Mortimer, we aim to Deck 5. give you the best hospitality service possible. Starting with the official Captain's welcome, as our guests, you're welcome to 24 hours complimentary coffee, tea and snack facilities in addition to the range of different menu options and courses for each meal. Meals are served in large dining room/restaurant with family style dining, perfect to swap stories with your new expedition family. Enjoy the range of house wine, beers and soft drinks included with dinner after a long day in the wild, preparing yourself for another exciting day to follow. On the last day of your trip, the team on the Greg Mortimer put on a special farewell four-course dinner and cocktails - a perfect way to

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