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Highlights of Antarctica
This is the ultimate bucket list trip and the one that’s likely to tick off your seventh and final continent.
Do it in style and with plenty of substance (and with almost everything included) with HX Expeditions, our go-to Antarctica specialists.
HX Expeditions know what they’re doing when it comes to exploring remote places – they’ve been doing it for 130 years. Visiting Antarctica with HX means exploring by expedition boats and on landings, learning from the experts, and getting involved in Citizen Science projects. But it also means exceptional comfort, service and dining – there’s no compromise.
Itinerary overview
There’s a pit stop on your journey to the Great White Continent in Buenos Aires – Argentina’s Eur...
How do you follow up your unforgettable time in Antarctica? Making more memories in South America...
Think of your hybrid-powered ship as a base camp at sea, all centred on the incredible Science Ce...
Adventure comes all in with HX Expeditions. Drinks, meals, gratuities and Wi-Fi all come as stand...
First up is beautiful Buenos Aires, a city that gives serious southern Europe vibes but with a de...
Early this morning, you’ll fly down to Patagonia and the world’s southern-most city. Here you’ll ...
And so begins the Antarctica bound adventure. You’ll spend 48 hours sailing across the 600-mile D...
This is what it’s all been leading up to: five days hopping around the frozen landscapes of the A...
The last leg of the cruise is the two-day voyage back across the famed Drake Passage.
You’ll step back on to South American soil in Ushuaia before taking the flight up to the Argentin...
Buenos Aires
There’s a pit stop on your journey to the Great White Continent in Buenos Aires – Argentina’s European-esque capital. It’s colourful, cool and cultural and deserves at least a couple of days of your time to do it justice. Neighbourhoods come in all shapes, sizes and styles; don’t miss technicolour La Boca,boho San Telmo and trendy Palermo.
Estancia or Rio de Janeiro
How do you follow up your unforgettable time in Antarctica? Making more memories in South America should stave off the holiday blues. Stay on a rolling Argentinian estancia and discover the gaucho way of life; feel the carnival vibes in beachfront Rio de Janeiro; or see the roaring Iguazu Falls from two viewpoints across two countries.
HX Experience
Think of your hybrid-powered ship as a base camp at sea, all centred on the incredible Science Centre. Antarctica discoveries will be led by the Expedition Team who are there to educate and inspire. A deep connection to the region will be forged through engaging lectures, boat trips and real-world Citizen Science projects; being hands on is an unbeatable way to learn.
Incredible inclusions
Adventure comes all in with HX Expeditions. Drinks, meals, gratuities and Wi-Fi all come as standard and you’ll be given a high-quality expedition jacket and reusable water bottle, both of which are yours to take home. Then there’s a range of activities, Zodiac cruises, Science Centre access and the on-board photographer to capture every incredible moment in your own digital log book.
Buenos Aires
First up is beautiful Buenos Aires, a city that gives serious southern Europe vibes but with a definite Latin American edge. Spend some time recovering from the cross-ocean, cross-continent flight as you dip into tango joints and steak houses, explore extravagant cemeteries and wander kaleidoscopic streets.
Ushuaia
Early this morning, you’ll fly down to Patagonia and the world’s southern-most city. Here you’ll board the MS Roald Amundsen or MS Fridtjof Nansen, your home for the following 11 days.
Drake Passage
And so begins the Antarctica bound adventure. You’ll spend 48 hours sailing across the 600-mile Drake Passage, getting to know your fellow travellers, the crew and most importantly, the on-board expedition team. Find your favourite spots on board and discover what’s on the cards for the next leg of your journey.
Antarctica
This is what it’s all been leading up to: five days hopping around the frozen landscapes of the Antarctic Peninsula, seeking out the wildlife and taking in the sheer scale and silence. The experience depends upon the season – the spring (October and November) brings immense sea ice, December and January are prime penguin chick-spotting months, while February and March see the greatest concentration of whales in the region. Whenever you visit, you can expect one to two landings or Zodiac cruises a day as well as the opportunity to take part in optional adventures like snowshoeing, kayaking and camping. Back on board, there are hot tubs, an infinity pool at the aft, and three restaurants: Aune, Fredheim and the suite-class restaurant Lindstrøm. The evenings bring time to reflect and a hint of what’s to come in optional briefings.
Drake Passage
The last leg of the cruise is the two-day voyage back across the famed Drake Passage.
Buenos Aires
You’ll step back on to South American soil in Ushuaia before taking the flight up to the Argentine capital. From here, you can fly back home or continue your holiday on an estancia, at Iguazu Falls or in Rio de Janiero.
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