Crossing the Circle: Southern Expedition

14 jours

Traverser le Cercle Polaire : l’expédition sud

Cette expédition vous offre l’exploration la plus approfondie de la péninsule antarctique. Un séjour prolongé dans la région vous permettra d’aller au-delà de la péninsule antarctique et de vous aventurer au-delà du Cercle Polaire Antarctique, patrie des formations glaciaires les plus fantastiques et d’une faune dont fait parti le phoque de Weddell. Vous profiterez de davantage de temps pour communier avec les manchots et visiter des sites d’accostage moins fréquentés.

Au Jour le Jour Résumé de L’Expédition

Soyez l’un des rares visiteurs à vous aventurer sous une latitude de 66° 33’ S ;
Visitez des stations de recherche historiques dans la région de la Baie de Marguerite ;
Soyez le témoin de la quintessence de la faune de l’Antarctique : manchots, phoques, baleines et autres ;
Découvrez les hauts lieux de la péninsule ouest et visitez des sites d’accostage emblématiques ; et
Laissez nos conférenciers et spécialistes à bord vous apprendre tout ce qui a trait à la géologie et la faune de l’Antarctique

14Jours

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Day 1 — Ushuaia, Argentina

You will begin your journey in Ushuaia, a small but bustling port town at the tip of South America.

Day 2 — Embarkation Day

As the ship sets sail in the late afternoon, you will begin your Antarctic journey, passing through the Beagle Channel. The channel opens up to the vastness of the Southern Ocean, where your next land sighting will be along the Antarctic Peninsula.

Days 3 and 4 — Crossing the Drake Passage

The waters of the Drake Passage are unpredictable, so hope for clear skies and a calm ocean.

Days 5 to 7 — Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands

With the Drake Passage left in our wake, we make a final approach to Antarctica. Get your cameras ready, as the continent’s coastline will make its first appearance, signaling the start of your adventure in the realm of the Antarctic.

Days 8 and 9 — Antarctic Circle

Crossing the Antarctic Circle is an impressive achievement, as most expeditions to the Peninsula do not reach this far south, which is officially noted at 66° 33' S.

Days 10 and 11 — Northbound Along the Peninsula

As you head north, Zodiac excursions will fill your days, and your Expedition Team will continue offering presentations while giving you time to reflect on everything you’ve experienced.

Days 12 and 13 — Crossing the Drake Passage

As you recross the Drake, Antarctica fades away, leaving you with a collection of memories to last a lifetime. Your Expedition Team will round up its series of lectures as well, perhaps with a slideshow of the great landing sites and wildlife you’ve witnessed over the course of your voyage.

Day 14 — Disembark in Ushuaia

Today you’ll say goodbye to your Expedition Team and fellow travelers, disembarking in the morning to catch your homeward flights.

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Activités Optionnelles Add an Extra Rush of Adrenaline to Your Expedition

Chaque expédition Quark à destination de l’Antarctique comporte de formidables activités quotidiennes de plein air parmi lesquelles des croisières en zodiac, des randonnées, et certaines proposent aussi de la randonnée en raquettes. Les voyageurs les plus avides de sensations peuvent également choisir parmi une gamme d’activités Aventure optionnelles comportant divers niveaux d’entraînement afin d’apprécier la splendeur de l’Antarctique d’une façon plus personnelle. Contactez un conseiller Quark pour en savoir plus au sujet des options Aventure, y compris les exigences physiques.

Camping
Paddling Excursion
Photographie
Kayak
Raquette
Planche à pagaie
Marches/Randonnées

250 $ par personne

Très peu de gens ont la possibilité de dire qu’ils ont campé sur le 7ème continent. C’est l’une des meilleures manières de découvrir l’Antarctique d’une façon plus personnelle et de propulser votre expédition à un niveau supérieur.

Le camping est possible dans la plupart des expéditions en Antarctique, dans un nombre de lieux limité. Tous les équipements, guides et instructions sont fournis par Quark. Veuillez SVP contacter votre conseiller en voyages polaires pour de plus amples renseignements.

Pre- and Post-Trip Options Extend Your Stay

Le chemin qui vous conduira jusqu’en Antarctique peut être aussi amusant que le séjour sur place. Quark propose une grande variété de formules de voyage qui vous permettront de connaître d’autres endroits de notre planète avant et après votre aventure en Antarctique.

Buenos Aires
Easter Island
Iguazú
Santiago

Savour a spectacular bottle of Malbec with fine Argentine steak, explore street art in colourful San Telmo or experience the world-class shopping on Avenida Florida. Discover the elegant beauty of Buenos Aires, a city that melds European charm with the frenzied pace of Latin life. This package includes a guided tour of the city’s impressive highlights, from the quaint, cobbled plazas to its most sophisticated neighbourhoods. In the evening, you will enjoy a spectacular dinner and tango show with a live orchestra. Please contact a Quark Polar Travel Adviser for pricing.

Take a five-hour flight from Santiago to Easter Island, one of the world’s most remote inhabited islands. A single massive (extinct) volcano rising over 10,000 feet from the Pacific Ocean floor, Easter Island is famous for its enormous statues carved from the tough stone of the Rano Raraku, the island’s volcano. Your package includes tours of the statues, tombs and volcanoes of the island. This luxurious package offers guests three nights’ accommodation at Explora Rapa Nui, where all meals, daily explorations and drinks are included.

One of the great natural wonders of the world, the grandeur of Iguazú Falls includes over 274 cascades spread over nearly two miles of the Iguazú River. Learn about the history, flora and fauna of the National Park, and the waterfalls. Experience the spectacular views and the thundering sounds of the waterfalls, located in the midst of 890 square miles of nature reserve. The National Park has easily walkable footpaths which will give you incredible access to the numerous waterfalls. Enjoy one of the true wonders of the natural world.

After an amazing day touring the national capital, you will head to Chile’s garden city by the sea, Viña del Mar for a lunch overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Your driver will then head through the Casablanca Valley to Valparaiso, Chile’s best known seaside resort, for a visit to the old town, a UNESCO World heritage Site.

Expédition Faits

Daily Briefings and Recaps

You will have regular briefings throughout the voyage. These briefings allow your Expedition Leader and Team to provide you with information about upcoming landings and any itinerary changes that may occur. During your recap sessions you are encouraged to share your experience and wildlife sightings or ask questions about the places you have just visited.

Staying Connected

Ship to Shore Communiction

When you are not busy exploring the natural beauty of Antarctica, you will have the ability to make phone calls, check emails and use the internet while aboard. Pre-Paid “Pin Cards” will be available for purchase from the hotel staff. Once purchased, your PIN Card will grant you access to WiFi spots found throughout the public spaces of the ship.

Photography Program

A complimentary benefit of booking an Ocean Diamond expedition is that you can enjoy a comprehensive on board photography program. Your program includes the services of a resident photography instructor, a program of lectures on photography and digital image manipulation and photography focused excursions at landing sites.

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