Polar Latitudes Expeditions

Falkland Islands, South Georgia & Antarctica

Start date:

27 Dec 2027

Return date:

15 Jan 2028

Duration:

20

days

Embarkation:

Ushuaia

Disembarkation:

Ushuaia

Ship:

Ocean Victory

Activities offered:

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Trip Details

Your journey begins in Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world. After settling into your hotel, explore the town before meeting your fellow travelers. The next day, board the Seaventure and set sail across the Southern Ocean toward Antarctica. En route, visit the Falkland Islands, home to lively penguin colonies and the historic town of Stanley. Continue to South Georgia, a wildlife paradise filled with millions of penguins, seals, and seabirds, and visit Grytviken, where Sir Ernest Shackleton is buried. Sailing through the Scotia Sea, approach the icy majesty of the Antarctic Peninsula. Explore its stunning bays, glaciers, and channels, visit research stations, and encounter penguins, whales, and seals in their pristine habitat. As the voyage concludes, cross the Drake Passage back to Ushuaia, cherishing the unforgettable memories of your expedition to the farthest reaches of the planet.
Polar Latitudes FSG Route Map

Day 1: Arrive and explore in Ushuaia

After a friendly welcome at the airport and a transfer to the luxurious Arakur Ushuaia Resort & Spa, take some time to unwind or explore the southernmost city in the world, Ushuaia. (In the unlikely event that you can’t be accommodated at the Arakur, you’ll unwind at another of Ushuaia’s top luxury hotels.)

Our optional evening briefing is your opportunity to ask questions and meet some of your fellow explorers.

Day 2: All Aboard Ocean Victory!

Spend your morning relaxing at the hotel, visiting a museum, or exploring the shops in Ushuaia, before our mid-afternoon escort to the ship. Our Expedition Team and ship staff will welcome you on board and get you settled in, followed by a safety and orientation briefing and our Captain’s welcome dinner. We’re on our way to Antarctica!

Day 3: Southern Ocean

As we sail south, important briefings on environmental regulations and expedition safety are held, and you won’t want to miss our scientific and environmental experts as they begin their deeply knowledgeable, and always entertaining talks about the wildlife, history, and geology of the areas we will soon be exploring.

Day 4: West Falklands/Malvinas

We’ll be exploring some of the westernmost settled outposts in the Falklands/Malvinas, a remote South Atlantic archipelago renowned for its rugged terrain and cliff-lined coast. As we stretch our legs along the farmland and beaches, we’ll have an opportunity to visit Albatross and penguin colonies. Look for Rockhopper, King and Magellanic penguin rookeries.

Day 5: Stanley, East Falklands/Malvinas

The archipelago’s largest island, Stanley, is a lively hub of activity nestled in a sheltered harbor. Here, the Falklands Islands Museum has fascinating exhibits devoted to maritime exploration, natural history, and the 1982 Falklands War. We’ll likely visit Gypsy Cove, part of Cape Pembroke peninsula, a National Nature Preserve. Magellanic penguins, also known as Jackass penguins for the braying sound they make, breed here, nesting in underground burrows. Other native bird species include Black-Crowned Night herons, Long-Tailed meadowlarks, Two-Banded plovers, and Upland and Kelp geese. Nearby Ordinance Point is the final resting place for several World War II guns.

Days 6–7: Southern Ocean

Things continue ramping up with plenty of birdlife sightings as we make our way east across the Antarctic Convergence and officially enter Antarctic waters. See if you can identify the world’s largest bird, the Wandering albatross. From soaring giants like the Southern Giant petrel to the tiny Wilson’s Storm petrel, a range of impressive bird species will be hitching a ride on the updrafts created by ocean swells and waves. And be on the lookout for whale blows and our very first iceberg sighting.

Days 8–11: South Georgia

South Georgia is often referred to as the ‘Serengeti of the Southern Ocean’ and it’s easy to see why as you take in tens of millions (not a typo!) of breeding penguins, seals, and seabirds. Breathtaking mountain scenery, majestically sculpted icebergs, glaciers in every direction, and a rich historical tapestry are all here to complement the incredible array of wildlife on view as we travel down South Georgia’s leeward coast. We’ll also visit the historic Grytviken whaling station, featuring the tiny graveyard where the great Antarctic explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton is buried.

Days 12–13: Scotia Sea

Heading farther south, we’ll continue our informative presentations and wildlife spotting as the icebergs become bigger and more plentiful.

Days 14–17: Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands

Here we’ll explore any number of picturesque bays and famed harbors, maneuvering through iceberg-rich channels as we travel alongside an array of wildlife. There are opportunities to stop at several active scientific bases and historic landing sites as we take in the wide range of penguin species, seals, and whales along the rugged coastlines and in the sea.

Days 18–19: Drake Passage

We leave this magical place and make our way north, once again crossing the legendary Drake Passage. We have one last hurrah as we celebrate the conclusion of our expedition with a special slideshow and a final meal together.

Day 20: Ushuaia Disembarkation

With huge smiles on weary, content faces, we disembark in the morning, letting you catch a flight to Buenos Aires or stay in Ushuaia for more sights and adventure.

Included Aboard All Ships

Prior to Embarkation

  • One pre-voyage hotel night with breakfast in Ushuaia
  • Transfer from airport in Ushuaia (USH) to group hotel (providing you arrive on Day 1 of the itinerary, and we have your confirmed air itinerary at least 15 days prior to departure)
  • Transfer from group hotel to ship for embarkation

On Board

  • Shipboard accommodations and meals
  • “Welcome” and “Farewell” receptions with sparkling wine and soft drinks
  • Beer/wine/soft drinks at lunch and dinner
  • Coffee/Tea/Cocoa 24 hours a day
  • 500MB WiFi card for use on your personal devices
  • Expedition jacket for use during the voyage
  • Fleece-lined down jacket (yours to keep)
  • A pair of loaner boots for use during the voyage
  • All scheduled landings and excursions
  • Snowshoes for use during landings (subject to availability)
  • Our Citizen Science program: participation in a variety of scientific activities that support important research projects
  • Photography Coach available throughout the voyage
  • Participation in the Polar Plunge
  • Access to our onboard medical clinics
  • Access to our onboard fitness centers
  • All port and landing fees
  • Digital Voyage Log

Post Disembarkation

  • Group transfer from ship to airport, hotel in Ushuaia, or central location (please note we cannot drop at Airbnbs or private homes, which are often inaccessible for our transfer vehicles)

 

Excluded

  • Any airfare or travel expenses associated with arrival or departure other than those specified above
  • Pre- or post-voyage expenses in Ushuaia other than those specified above
  • Travel insurance; medical insurance; evacuation coverage
  • Laundry and personal expenses incurred on board, except as listed in inclusions
  • Any other alcohol and soft drinks, except as listed in inclusions
  • Onboard communication charges such as outgoing phone calls or WiFi, except as listed in inclusions
  • Staff/crew gratuities

A deposit of 25% is required to hold your spot within 7 days of being invoiced and final payment is due 90 days before departure.

Payment can be made via bank transfer or debit and credit card. Cards accepted are Visa or Mastercard.

Rates per person

Cabin Details

G Solo Porthole Stateroom

G Solo Porthole Stateroom

Located on deck 3, these cabins are reserved to accommodate a solo traveler in search of their own cabin. The cabin offers a queen/full-sized bed and a porthole - Ensuite

Passengers

1

Size

18

View

Porthole

U$ 38,395
F Triple Porthole Stateroom

F Triple Porthole Stateroom

Located on deck 3, these cabins offer three lower twin beds, or a queen bed with a single bed. These are large cabins that are great for a group of traveling friends, solo travelers, and families. - Ensuite

Passengers

3

Size

20

View

Porthole

U$ 25,595
D Twin Porthole Stateroom

D Twin Porthole Stateroom

These twin portholes are located on Deck 3. Some cabins offer a sofa, while others offer two sitting chairs. They offer a large sitting area and a round porthole in each cabin. These cabins can be configured to offer two twin beds or one matrimonial bed. - Ensuite

Passengers

2

Size

15

View

Porthole

U$ 29,795
U$ 25,326
E French Balcony Stateroom

E French Balcony Stateroom

These cabins offer a double-sized bed and the possibility of a full-sized sofa bed. Located on deck 7. The room features a large floor-to-ceiling, wall-to-wall window, where the top half of the window slides down completely. - Ensuite

Passengers

2

Size

16

View

French Balcony (infinity window)

U$ 31,495
U$ 26,771
C Balcony Stateroom

C Balcony Stateroom

A spacious balcony cabin that is offered on deck 4 and deck 6. These cabins offer a large walkout private balcony.

The beds can be configured as two twins or a matrimonial bed. - Ensuite

Passengers

2

Size

22

View

Balcony

U$ 33,095
U$ 28,131
C Superior Balcony Stateroom

C Superior Balcony Stateroom

Located on Deck 4 or Deck 6, these twin balcony staterooms offer a private balcony and a spacious living area. Some cabins offer a sofa, while others offer two sitting chairs. The sofa bed is pulled out to accommodate a third guest. Great for friends, families, and solo travelers. Main beds can be configured as two twins or a matrimonial bed. - Ensuite

Passengers

2

Size

24

View

Balcony

U$ 34,095
U$ 28,981
C XL Grand Balcony Stateroom

C XL Grand Balcony Stateroom

These C Grand Balcony Staterrom offers more area than the C Balcony suite and offers a larger private balcony. They are located more midship than other cabins to offer a smoother Drake Crossing. Available as two twin beds or Queen sized matrimonial. Located on deck 4.

Passengers

2

Size

30

View

Balcony

U$ 35,795
U$ 30,426
B Balcony Suite

B Balcony Suite

Located on deck 6 more midship than other cabins to offer a smoother Drake Crossing. The B Suites offer more area and a larger private balcony. Available as two twin beds or Queen sized matrimonial. VIP service included for categories A, B & suites; unlimited access to the specialty restaurant, stocked minibar, wine and fruit in-room at commencement of cruise, free laundry service.

Passengers

2

Size

32

View

Balcony

U$ 39,195
U$ 33,316
A Junior Suite

A Junior Suite

The A Suites offer a two-room living configuration using a large bookshelf divider. The bedroom and living room each over their own TV and the couch can be used as a pullout sofa. Can accommodate 2, 3 or 4 guests. VIP service included for categories A, B & suites; unlimited access to the specialty restaurant, stocked minibar, wine and fruit in-room at commencement of cruise, free laundry service. Located on deck 7.

Passengers

2

Size

38

View

Balcony

U$ 40,895
U$ 34,761
Premium Suite

Premium Suite

The largest of all the staterooms on board the Ocean Victory is the Premium Suite. This 2-bedroom suite features a double bed (or twin beds), a sofa bed, table and chair, a balcony and a spacious bathroom. The bedroom and living room each over their own TV and the couch can be used as a pullout sofa. Located on deck 4. VIP service included for categories A, B & suites; unlimited access to the specialty restaurant, stocked minibar, wine and fruit in-room at commencement of cruise, free laundry service.

Passengers

2

Size

43

View

Balcony

U$ 47,695
U$ 40,541
G Solo Porthole Stateroom

G Solo Porthole Stateroom

Located on deck 3, these cabins are reserved to accommodate a solo traveler in search of their own cabin. The cabin offers a queen/full-sized bed and a porthole - Ensuite

Passengers

1

Size

18

View

Porthole

U$ 38,395
F Triple Porthole Stateroom

F Triple Porthole Stateroom

Located on deck 3, these cabins offer three lower twin beds, or a queen bed with a single bed. These are large cabins that are great for a group of traveling friends, solo travelers, and families. - Ensuite

Passengers

3

Size

20

View

Porthole

U$ 25,595
D Twin Porthole Stateroom

D Twin Porthole Stateroom

These twin portholes are located on Deck 3. Some cabins offer a sofa, while others offer two sitting chairs. They offer a large sitting area and a round porthole in each cabin. These cabins can be configured to offer two twin beds or one matrimonial bed. - Ensuite

Passengers

2

Size

15

View

Porthole

U$ 29,795
U$ 25,326
E French Balcony Stateroom

E French Balcony Stateroom

These cabins offer a double-sized bed and the possibility of a full-sized sofa bed. Located on deck 7. The room features a large floor-to-ceiling, wall-to-wall window, where the top half of the window slides down completely. - Ensuite

Passengers

2

Size

16

View

French Balcony (infinity window)

U$ 31,495
U$ 26,771
C Balcony Stateroom

C Balcony Stateroom

A spacious balcony cabin that is offered on deck 4 and deck 6. These cabins offer a large walkout private balcony.

The beds can be configured as two twins or a matrimonial bed. - Ensuite

Passengers

2

Size

22

View

Balcony

U$ 33,095
U$ 28,131
C Superior Balcony Stateroom

C Superior Balcony Stateroom

Located on Deck 4 or Deck 6, these twin balcony staterooms offer a private balcony and a spacious living area. Some cabins offer a sofa, while others offer two sitting chairs. The sofa bed is pulled out to accommodate a third guest. Great for friends, families, and solo travelers. Main beds can be configured as two twins or a matrimonial bed. - Ensuite

Passengers

2

Size

24

View

Balcony

U$ 34,095
U$ 28,981
C XL Grand Balcony Stateroom

C XL Grand Balcony Stateroom

These C Grand Balcony Staterrom offers more area than the C Balcony suite and offers a larger private balcony. They are located more midship than other cabins to offer a smoother Drake Crossing. Available as two twin beds or Queen sized matrimonial. Located on deck 4.

Passengers

2

Size

30

View

Balcony

U$ 35,795
U$ 30,426
B Balcony Suite

B Balcony Suite

Located on deck 6 more midship than other cabins to offer a smoother Drake Crossing. The B Suites offer more area and a larger private balcony. Available as two twin beds or Queen sized matrimonial. VIP service included for categories A, B & suites; unlimited access to the specialty restaurant, stocked minibar, wine and fruit in-room at commencement of cruise, free laundry service.

Passengers

2

Size

32

View

Balcony

U$ 39,195
U$ 33,316
A Junior Suite

A Junior Suite

The A Suites offer a two-room living configuration using a large bookshelf divider. The bedroom and living room each over their own TV and the couch can be used as a pullout sofa. Can accommodate 2, 3 or 4 guests. VIP service included for categories A, B & suites; unlimited access to the specialty restaurant, stocked minibar, wine and fruit in-room at commencement of cruise, free laundry service. Located on deck 7.

Passengers

2

Size

38

View

Balcony

U$ 40,895
U$ 34,761
Premium Suite

Premium Suite

The largest of all the staterooms on board the Ocean Victory is the Premium Suite. This 2-bedroom suite features a double bed (or twin beds), a sofa bed, table and chair, a balcony and a spacious bathroom. The bedroom and living room each over their own TV and the couch can be used as a pullout sofa. Located on deck 4. VIP service included for categories A, B & suites; unlimited access to the specialty restaurant, stocked minibar, wine and fruit in-room at commencement of cruise, free laundry service.

Passengers

2

Size

43

View

Balcony

U$ 47,695
U$ 40,541

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Adventure Options

This program is designed for those guests who just want a taste of the Polar kayaking experience. Each participant kayaks once per voyage in a group of 14 with a dedicated guide team and safety Zodiac. Total number of available kayaking spots on each departure will vary by itinerary length and weather, but we aim to get groups on the water at every opportunity.

*Advanced booking is recommended. Additional outings can be purchased on board, space permitting.

$350 per person per outing

 

Snowshoeing is an activity that allows you to hike across soft, powdery snow up gentle slopes to reach to unique vantage points without the hassle of sinking into deep snow. Snowshoeing is as basic as hiking and you do not need to have previous experience.

U$ 150 per person, per outing

This program is designed for those more experienced guests who want to kayak as much as possible during their voyage. Immersive Kayaking is limited to 10 participants, with a dedicated kayak guide and safety Zodiac. Immersive paddlers will have the opportunity to kayak during most excursions and landings, weather and conditions permitting.

$1195 per person

For experienced photographers, our immersive program will pair you with a small group and an award-winning photography instructor. Daily outings under the watchful eye of your instructor will ensure that you make the most of every photographic outing, while honing your skills, guided by a seasoned professional. On board workshops and reviews will cover every aspect of shot selection, artistic refinement, and processing your images.

$995 per person

Our professional photography coaches are here to help you make the most of every photo opportunity, whether you’re a fully equipped landscape photographer or someone armed only with a cellphone camera and an unlimited love of nature and beautiful imagery.

From basic instruction, to the best way to shoot from a moving Zodiac, to the complexities of handling the very tricky relationship between snow, ice, and Antarctica’s ever-shifting light, our coaches have mastered every kind of situation this environment and its inhabitants can place in your lens’ path. They’ll show you how to make the most of every opportunity.

Presentations and briefings will help you better understand your camera, learn a few tricks of the trade, and better master the day’s unpredictable weather and environment. Your coach is with you in the field — sometimes accompanying you in a Zodiac, with you on a shore landing, or sitting at the table next to you at dinner, ready and willing to answer any question, or pass along an inside tip earned through years of experience in Antarctic waters. 

The photography coach is also our trip’s documentary photographer, capturing the expedition’s many highlights, which are shared at an event at the end of your voyage, and given to each passenger as a valued keepsake.

Having a Citizen Science program on every voyage is an effort we pioneered, as the very first Antarctic operator to officially collaborate with The Polar Citizen Science Collective. We continue to team up with them on several projects, giving our passengers the chance to play a meaningful role in recording and better understanding the Antarctic ecosystem and the impact of climate change. This is particularly helpful in the Antarctic, where we support long-term academic observation teams that would find it nearly impossible to be as ever-present on their own.

The projects offered may vary slightly by voyage and scientific need. Everyone is welcome to participate. If interested, please see the onboard daily bulletin and join the scheduled Citizen Science Introduction Meeting at the start of your voyage. There is no additional cost.

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Ship Details

Ocean Victory joined our fleet in November 2021 and was established as one of the most modern small ship vessels in the market.
This stylish cruise ship is ideally suited for our business model of small ship expeditions and is deployed and dedicated to varied Antarctic region voyages.

With a total of 93 comfortable staterooms for our guests, all with a view of the ocean, (and 90% with their own balcony), several restaurants, a wellness area, an Albatros Nordic Bar, an open deck dining facility, a modern lecture lounge, and other amenities, the vessel is also environmentally-friendly onboard, with an implementation of the Green Initiative Program, ensuring both absolute comfort and sustainability for our guests.

Type

Small luxury ship

Capacity

185 passengers in 93 cabins

Year Built

2021
Gym
Bar
Specialty Restaurant (Hot Rock)
Jacuzzis
Lecture room
Library
Restaurant
Observation areas
Spa

BRIDGE
Due to its important role as a control center for all nautical and technical processes, the ship’s bridge is a vital, sensitive place. Therefore, the bridge may not be accessible to the public at all times. Conditions permitting, we will be happy to welcome you into the bridge for a visit. Guests must be accompanied by the expedition leader.

JACUZZIS
The ship features two jacuzzis on the upper outside deck (deck 7), allowing spectacular views of the polar landscape outside in a relaxing environment.

Please note, that there is no lifeguard on duty, and the jacuzzis will not be accessible if weather and wind conditions render them unsafe to use. It is to be expected that the use of these facilities will be on certain calm days and within certain hours, so if you plan on using them, please confer with the expedition staff onboard. The jacuzzis (hot tubs) can normally be used much more frequently and whilst the ship is moving.

STATEROOM SERVICE
Your stateroom is serviced daily. We provide a turn-down service. We provide meals to the room only for serious cases of guests being sick. Our suites will have VIP services.

STATEROOM LAYOUT/DIMENSIONS
Please note! The layout, illustration, and dimensions of the cabin categories shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of the staterooms. The actual cabin layouts and sizes may vary.

ZODIAC LANDINGS
One feature of our expedition cruises includes landings and excursions aboard Ocean Victory’s fleet of 18 inflatable, motorized rubber “Zodiac” boats. The Zodiac brand has earned a well-deserved reputation as the sturdiest and safest small watercraft available. These boats have a low draft and great stability. Zodiacs are constructed for professional use and are outfitted with a top-quality outboard engine, yet their design minimally impacts the environment.

The Zodiacs are designed to provide unrestricted access to the world’s last great frontier. Their versatility enables us to make landfall on remote shores, cruise along awe-inspiring coastlines, and share breathtakingly close encounters with whales, seals, penguins, seabirds, and more. We will come within arm’s reach of icebergs and set foot on land discovered by pioneering explorers just over a century ago.
Your safety and comfort are our #1 priority, and your expedition leader will carefully plan for as many Zodiac excursions as possible, dependent upon the local weather and prevailing conditions. In each case, the expedition leader makes the final decision if the landing is possible or not. Safety regulations apply on landings. All guests receive mandatory instructions on the safety guidelines. Life jackets are mandatory to wear.

Please note, that we highly recommend the use of waterproof bags in order to protect your personal camera or binoculars, as both hands must be free of everything during boarding. Participation is fairly easy and comfortable for able-bodied guests but can be more challenging for those with physical handicaps.

CRUISE CARD / PAYMENTS / CREDIT CARDS
At the time of embarkation, you will receive your personal cruise card, which you should always have with you. This card is used on board as a payment instrument and identity card. All on-board purchases from the boutique, bar, internet, telephone, laundry, and the like are charged to your shipboard account.

To activate your personal onboard account, we accept Visa, MasterCard, and American Express credit cards. At the end of the voyage, your account will be settled by the payment methods mentioned above.

There is no currency exchange office onboard the vessel. Onboard payment will be completed by your cruise card. For stays ashore during the cruise, we recommend changing a minimal amount of the local currency in small bills, as most of the ports and airports have exchange offices. Alternatively, lots of shops and restaurants accept international credit cards. In bigger ports and cities, you have the possibility to withdraw cash from ATMs.

If you choose to leave a gratuity for the crew, the amount that you authorize will be charged to the shipboard account. Be sure to contact your credit card provider regarding the use of your credit cards overseas. Any questions regarding the bill can be addressed to the Reception.

GRATUITIES
Following international standards in the service industry, it is customary to leave a gratuity for the ship’s crew at the end of the voyage. All gratuities will be divided among the crew. Typically, the recommended amount is approximately 13.50 USD per person per day. Gratuity is, of course, not required and any gratuity payments are voluntary.
If you choose to leave a gratuity for the crew, the amount that you authorize will be charged to the shipboard account.

DRESS CODE
The dress code on board is casual. Ties, jackets and evening dresses you may leave at home. It is rather more important to wear the right clothes in order to adapt to the different weather conditions. We recommend comfortable, breathable, waterproof, and windproof clothing. Also, you should have a pair of gloves, thermal underwear, and sturdy footwear in your luggage. For the captains and farewell cocktail, we recommend a smart casual dress style.
For specific packing recommendations, refer to the specific itinerary of interest.

ENVIRONMENT
As a tour operator for cruises in the Polar Regions, which are some of the world’s most pristine environments, we extremely emphasize environmental awareness as well as sustainability. One of our top priorities is to protect the environment and minimize our CO2 emissions. All waste will remain onboard the vessel until we return to shore and it’s possible to dispose of waste.
We ask that you show deep respect for the unique nature and act according to the motto: leave nothing but footprints, take nothing but memories.

INTERNET / PHONE
Keep in mind, that we will be cruising in a very remote region of the world. Where accessible, internet access is available for an extra charge. Mobile phone reception may be possible in select regions along our route. For further details please contact your mobile phone operator. Prices can be found in the information folder in your stateroom. Please ensure that your ‘Data Roaming’ function is switched off.

LANGUAGE ONBOARD
The official language aboard our vessels is English; however, our expedition leaders and crew are knowledgeable in a variety of languages. If there is a large group, who desires communication in their own language, we will make special arrangements to accommodate their needs.

PASSPORT / VISA
Each guest is responsible for ensuring that he/she meets the applicable passport and visa requirements for the duration of the trip. The passport is the only valid proof of identity for all trips with the Ocean Victory. Your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months after arriving home from your destination. Although some countries may require shorter periods, we implement this 6-month prerequisite to avoid situations where a country’s validity requirements may be amended between the time of your booking and departure. The name in your passport must be identical to the name in all travel documentation. Costs incurred due to insufficient travel documents are the responsibility of the passenger.
Please note that passports will be collected for clearing formalities at the beginning of the voyage. The passports will be kept safely by the Purser during the whole voyage and will be handed out on the last day. We, therefore, recommend preparing copies of all documents before you start your travels.

RECEPTION
The daily office hours of the board reception are from 06:00 until 23:00.

ALBATROS OCEAN BOUTIQUE
The selection of items available for purchase varies by ship and may include a range of warm and practical clothing, as well as souvenirs, local arts, and postcards at reasonable prices. A small selection of soap, toothpaste, and other sundries are also sold.

AVAILABLE SEATING SPACE
Shackleton Lecture Room: 185
Nordic Lounge: 50
Beagle Restaurant: 166
Beagle Specialty Restaurant: 40
Observation Lounge: 67
Panorama Specialty Restaurant: 46

HEALTH / MEDICAL EMERGENCY
Each of our vessels has a small medical facility equipped with the necessary equipment and medicine to handle small emergencies. The infirmary is always staffed by a professionally licensed, English-speaking physician. Should a serious incident occur, the nearest hospital will be contacted. All guests must have personal travel/health insurance.
Although we do not have an official requirement regarding personal fitness, you should be able to move on board and ashore without the help of others.
Due to safety reasons, a cruise is only possible for pregnant women until the 24th week of pregnancy. The state of pregnancy must be presented by a medical certificate.

SAFETY / SECURITY ON BOARD
Our ships comply with all safety regulations and are ice-class vessels suitable for sailing in polar environments. Upon arrival on the vessel, there will be a mandatory passenger briefing and safety drill before departure. We will provide security information and practical details regarding life onboard and introduce key personnel. You will be informed where the safety equipment is located and how it is used. Each stateroom is equipped with lifejackets. Once onboard, please familiarize yourself with the ship’s emergency rescue plan.

PHYSICAL DISABILITIES / WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBILITY
The Ocean Victory has two cabins available to guests requiring wheelchair access. Guests needing any form of assistance, and those who are physically disabled must be accompanied by someone who will take full responsibility for any needed assistance during the cruise and in the event of an emergency.
Moreover, guests requiring a wheelchair must provide their own collapsible wheelchair. Please be aware that some ports of call, shore excursions, docks, gangways, and other requirements may preclude a wheelchair-bound guest from leaving the vessel; that decision will be made by the Expedition Leader or ship’s captain and is binding.

SEASICKNESS / STABILISATORS
The ship is equipped with stabilizers in order to reduce the ship’s roll. However, these expeditions are hosted in remote regions, and it is possible to periodically encounter changing environments and climate patterns, including rough seas and large swells. Seasickness medication work solely or in part to help cure nausea for most people. These medicines can cause sleepiness. If you are prone to motion sickness, consult with your doctor prior to departure to help ensure your comfort while travelling.

SMOKING
For safety reasons and to protect the health of our guests and employees, smoking is only allowed in designated areas on the outside decks. Smoking is not permitted inside the vessel, in the stateroom or near the Zodiacs. Please remember to respect our natural environments and dispose of cigarette butts in designated bins.

SPECIAL DIETARY REQUESTS
All meals on board the vessel is chef-prepared. If you have special dietary requirements (food allergies, intolerances, health conditions or religious preferences), please inform us as early as possible – ideally, no later than 2 weeks before departure. In order to ensure efficient service, please re-confirm your requirements with the crew upon boarding the ship.

ELECTRICAL OUTLETS
The ship has a 220v / 50 Hz cycle system. Please check your appliances before use. 110-volt appliances require an adapter prior to use aboard the ship.
The electrical outlets on board Ocean Victory are the so called ‘F-type sockets’, round 2-pin, 220-240 V, grounded, used in continental Europe and Russia. They take C, E, and F-type 2-pin plugs.

WATER
There are several water stations onboard Ocean Victory. Normally, water is not rationed, but we do advise our guests to pay attention to their water consumption.

LAUNDRY
If you wish to have some laundry done while aboard the ship, laundry service is available for an additional fee.

ONBOARD BRIEFINGS
The Expedition Leader will conduct regularly scheduled briefings to highlight key points in the itinerary, organize excursions and communicate important information.

CHILDREN
Due to safety precautions, children under 12 years of age will be taken into consideration on each landing. It is entirely at the Expedition Leader’s discretion to permit children on excursions and shore landings.

ITINERARY & PROGRAM CHANGES
As this is an expedition cruise to the world’s most remote region, we are at the mercy of Mother Nature. We have planned itineraries for each tour package, but to ensure to safety of our guests and crew, we may be forced to change the route.

RULES FOR LANDINGS & EXCURSIONS
When ashore, it is very important to show deep respect for the unique nature and act according to the motto: leave nothing but footprints, take nothing but memories. We also ask that you remain together with your group, as we are truly in the wild and must remain extra vigilant of the wildlife and weather conditions around us. Walking around independently is strictly prohibited. It is essential to abide by the strictly communicated safety rules.

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FAQ

Yes!!! Once we arrive in Antarctica it will be the ultimate goal of the Captain, Expedition Leader, and the Expedition Team to make sure we get off the ship as much as possible. You’ll participate in landings, zodiac cruises, and any additional activities you’ve signed up for. Check the “Detailed trip itinerary” below for more details on each outing.

The price shown is the “”all-in” price after all taxes, fees, port fees, and permits required; which are handled by the tour operator. The only main additional costs will be mandatory travel insurance, optional gratuity, and additional activities.

Not necessarily, no! Our group trips are usually made up of around 50% solo travelers! Prices are always per person, per bed. If you’re a solo traveler, we will match you with a same-gender roommate from our group to share your cabin with. There is also the option for solo cabin availability on certain trips. Please send us a message about solo cabins if that’s your preference.

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