Overview - Antarctic Explorer: The Classic Adventure

From $4,595

This expedition offers the perfect chance to discover the best of the Antarctic Peninsula, the last continent’s most northern region.  You’ll be delighted by penguins, seals and seabirds as they accompany you on your journey along the Antarctic coastline. Landing on the continent itself is a memorable highlight, where you’ll explore the iconic sights that make this one of the world’s most pristine, exotic and unforgettable natural environments. 


In brief:



  • Perfect for first time visitors to Antarctica.

  • Witness and explore the highlights of the Antarctic Peninsula

  • Be aboard one of Quark’s specially designed ice strengthened vessels

  • Learn about the environment and wildlife from onboard lecturers and specialists

  • Witness the abundant wildlife - penguins, elephant seals, whales and more!

 Please note: The 11 day itinerary spends one less day exploring the Antarctic Peninsula (days 5-7)

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Antarctic Explorer: The Classic Adventure Itinerary

Expedition Summary

Day 1
Ushuaia, Argentina
Day 2
Embarkation Day
Day 3-4
Crossing the Drake Passage
Day 5-9
South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula
Day 10-11
Drake Passage to Ushuaia
Day 12
Disembarkation in Ushuaia

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Antarctic Explorer: The Classic Adventure Route Map

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Gerlache Strait - Named in honor of Lt. Adrien de Gerlache, who explored the iceberg-rich strait in 1898 for Belgium.
Anvers Island - Named after Belgium city Antwerp, Palmer Station (USA) studies marine ecosystems here year-round.
Beagle Channel - Both Chilean and Argentinean, it’s named after the ship on which Darwin’s journey made him famous.
Ushuaia, Argentina - Capital of island province Tierra del Fuego, commonly regarded as southernmost city in the world
The Drake Passage - Whether Drake Lake, or the dreaded Drake Shake, the area is good for sighting whales and seabirds.
Antarctic Circle - If your dream is to cross the Antarctic Circle into the land of continual daylight, choose
South Shetland Islands - The UK, Chile and Argentina hold claim to the islands, where many countries keep research stations.
Gerlache Strait Anvers Island Beagle Channel Ushuaia, Argentina The Drake Passage Antarctic Circle South Shetland Islands

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