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USHUAIA, CAPE HORN & FALKLANDS (MALVINAS) FALKLANDS (MALVINAS) & SOUTH GEORGIA 8 DAYS / 7 NIGHTS 15 DAYS / 14 NIGHTS Itinerary at Fortuna Bay / Stromness to see king penguins. Here we learn more SOUTH A wilderness experience in the · about Shackleton and his expedition. AMERICA ATLANTIC Southern Ocean There is also an optional 2-3 hour OCEAN · The Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) Optional flight “Shackleton walk”. to/from Punta Arenas · In-depth visit to South Georgia and Santiago (Chile) Day 9 / Gold Harbour, Day 1 / Port Stanley, embarkation Cooper Bay Pick up at the airport in Port Stanley, town visit, In the morning, we plan a landing at Port Stanley and embarkation. Gold Harbour. This is a spectacular Punta Arenas Falklands (Malvinas) South location with king penguins, (Chile) Georgia Day 2 / Saunders Island, Carcass Island elephant seals and hanging glaciers. During a morning visit to Saunders Island, we enjoy There are also sooty albatrosses here. the long white-sand beach. A wilderness experience, the In the afternoon, we visit Cooper main attractions there are rockhopper penguins, nesting Bay to see macaroni penguins SAMPLE ROUTE black browed albatross, and sub-Antarctic gentoo during a Zodiac cruise. penguins. In the afternoon, we visit Carcass Island. There is an option for an easy hike to the settlement, Day 10 / St Andrews Bay, Ocean Harbour OPERATED ON bird watching, and a typical Falklands tea experience. St Andrews Bay is the destination of our morning excursion. We see the largest king penguin colony, and Day 3 / New Island, Weddell Island elephant seal bulls. In the afternoon, we plan a Zodiac Magellan Explorer We visit New Island, a classic West Falklands cruise and landing at Ocean Harbour. The highlights experience, with albatross & penguin colonies. here are a shipwreck and remains of the whaling industry. Depending on local conditions, in the afternoon, we could visit Weddell Island. Day 11 / Prion Island, Salisbury Plain In the morning, we plan to visit Prion Island to see Day 4 / Bleaker Island the nesting wandering albatross. In the afternoon, we Morning landing at Bleaker Island. This is a natural head to Salisbury Plain for more king penguins and reserve with a famous bird area featuring a large variety stunning landscapes. of birds. In the afternoon, we head to South Georgia. Day 12-14 / At Sea Day 5-6 / At Sea As we make our way back to the Falkland Islands As we sail toward South Georgia, attend an engaging (Islas Malvinas) our program of lectures and program of lectures and presentations. In the company presentations continues. of expert guides, watch for wildlife from the lounge or from the outside decks. You may spot magnificent Day 15 / Port Stanley, Disembarkation seabirds, such as albatrosses and petrels, as well as Upon arrival at Port Stanley we disembark and transfer different species of whales. to the airport for the ongoing flight. Day 7 / Elsehul Bay Depending on sea conditions over the previous days, arrival is planned for the afternoon. Provided we receive approval from the South Georgia government, we plan to do an evening Zodiac cruise at Elsehul Bay. Day 8 / Grytviken, Fortuna Bay Our first landing is at Grytviken. We clear Customs and then visit the historical site, with the museum and Ernest Shackleton’s grave. In the afternoon, we land © R. Moraga MAGELLAN EXPLORER Innovative Technology / Modern Design Magellan Explorer is a new and modern expedition Specifications DECK 5 Observation deck vessel custom-built for our Antarctic and Observation Passengers: Outdoor Zodiac lounge sub-Antarctic expeditions. The ship was built in BBQ deck 96 maximum area and bar Chile to the latest Polar Code specifications. 502 501 504 Magellan Explorer has capacity for up to 96 Expedition Staff & Crew: guests in seven categories of accommodation, 60 Expedition office Meeting room Gym including dedicated single cabins. All cabins except Lifeboats: DECK 4 Porthole cabins feature private balconies. All double 2, fully enclosed, capacity * * 411 415 417 419 421 423 425 401 405 cabins except two have two twin beds that can be of 160 (in addition to 8 409 life rafts, capacity of 160) configured as one king-size bed. All cabins feature a 402 406 410 414 Library 418 422 424 426 428 430 wardrobe, individually controlled heating system, a Length: Sauna sitting area, and a private bathroom with shower. 90.7 m Observation Deck The ship features a glass-enclosed observation Breadth: DECK 3 Reception lounge and presentation room with state-of- 16.2 m the-art audio-visual equipment, a spacious and stylish dining room, a well-stocked bar, a library, Draft: Dining 301 303 305 307 309 311 313 4.3 m Room a meeting room, a gym, a sauna, and a medical 302 304 306 308 310 312 314 316 clinic. The forward-facing observation deck leads Propulsion: Gift shop Diesel engines, 3,440 kW to the bow of the ship, which is accessible to guests DECK 2 to offer proximity to marine wildlife. The ship has Ice Class: Expedition Crew lounge gear storage a fleet of 10 Zodiac boats that are well suited for LR PC6 disembarking and wildlife watching. Cruising Speed: 14 knots in open water The fitness centre aboard Magellan Explorer has been designed and built by the professionals at Expedition boarding Clinic Anytime Fitness, the world’s only fitness company and mudroom with boutique gyms in all seven continents. For * Only available with more information, see anytimefitness.com. queen-size bed Cabins Category Average Details size Single 210 sq. ft. Cabin with sitting area Cabins 19 sq. m and balcony Grand 480 sq. ft. Two-room suite with sitting Suites 44 sq. m room, balcony and bedroom Penthouse 360 sq. ft. Two-room suite with sitting Suites 33 sq. m room, balcony and bedroom Deluxe 240 sq. ft. Cabin with sitting area Veranda 22 sq. m and balcony Cabins Veranda 210 sq. ft. Cabin with sitting area Cabins 19 sq. m and balcony Porthole 200 sq. ft. Cabin with sitting area Cabins 18 sq. m and porthole Triple 480 sq. ft. Suite with two bedrooms, Suite 44 sq. m balcony, and sitting area DATES & PRICES Aboard Magellan Explorer Code Start End Days/ Itinerary Prices (USD) Nights Triple Porthole Veranda Deluxe PH Grand Single Veranda Suites Suite Falklands (Malvinas) MAG03-FS October 2, 2021 October 16, 2021 15/14 $15.890 $9.990 $11.495 $11.990 $13.990 $23.890 $21.266 & South Georgia Note: Rates are per voyage and per person in US dollars based on the selected cabin and occupancy. INCLUSIONS & EXCLUSIONS Included in the Rate · Comprehensive pre- and post-voyage information material. · Ship cruise as indicated in the itinerary corresponding to each expedition. © R. Moraga · Daily buffet breakfast and lunch on board ship Arban © T. offering a wide choice of dishes. · Daily served dinner on board ship offering a choice of three main courses. · Wine, beer, juice, and soft drinks served with lunch and dinner on board ship. · Coffee, tea, chocolate, cappuccino, water and snacks on board ship throughout the expedition. · Loan of waterproof boots for landing. · All guided shore excursions. · Presentations and entertainment on board. Arban © T. · Landing fees and IAATO passenger fee. Specifically not Included in the Rate · Flights, accommodation, meals, excursions and transfers other than those included in the itinerary corresponding to each voyage. · Beverages purchased at the ship’s bar. · Personal travel insurance. · Extra expenses (communication, laundry, souvenirs, etc.). · Gratuities. · Visas for Chile, Argentina, and/or the UK, passport expenses, and any arrival and/or © R. Moraga departure tax, if applicable. © A.C. Martínez for more information contact CIVILIZED ADVENTURES 1-800-688-1804 [email protected] www.civilizedadv.com.