BEYOND THE ANTARCTIC CIRCLE

SHIP OFFERING THIS ITINERARY

Scenic Eclipse I

The Scenic Eclipse I was launched in 2018. She is a purpose built luxury ship designed with very high standards to explore the Polar regions.  She is Polar Class 6-rated, featuring a strengthened hull, forward bow thrusters, and a cutting-edge electronic Azipod propulsion system for comfortable and secure navigation. She also has customised stabilisers, ensuring greater stability on the open sea. Scenic Eclipse I also operates an Advanced Wastewater Treatment system and highly effective engines to reduce emissions, noise, and vibrations, safeguarding the pristine environments we visit.

Day 1 Buenos Aires, Argentina

Day 2 Buenos Aires to Ushuaia, Argentina

Days 3 – 4 The Drake Passage

Sail across the famed Drake Passage and into Antarctic waters. Relax and enjoy the bars, lounges, dining, and wellness facilities, or head out on the Observation Deck to watch for seabirds and whales. The Discovery Team will share with you their excitement about what’s to come, along with practical information about your polar expedition.

Days 5 – 7 Beyond the Antarctic Circle

During this voyage, you’ll endeavour to cross the Antarctic Circle at latitude 66°33’ South, where you will notice subtle changes in the Antarctic ice and landscape. Celebrate with a well-earned glass of Champagne and raise a toast to the intrepid explorers who have gone before.

Included in your Expedition Voyage are incredible activities such as Zodiac excursions, landings, and hikes. You can also go kayaking and stand-up paddle boarding, which will become some of your favourite activities in Antarctica. An expert guide is with you for any questions you may have, although it is the perfect time to embrace the silence and be in the moment. Look for multiple species of penguins, seals and whales.

Days 8 – 10 Antarctic Peninsula

Antarctica is a challenging, unpredictable, and stunningly beautiful environment that always finds a way to surprise you.

Landing locations are dependent on the ice and weather conditions. Your experienced Captain and specialist Discovery Team will use their expertise to design your voyage from day to day. Some places you may visit include:

Portal Point – Previously a British refuge hut, you will get the opportunity to walk up to see panoramic views from the snow-covered mountains surrounding you

Lemaire Channel – Pass through the 11-kilometre-long channel, just 700 metres wide at its narrowest point, and be amazed at the dramatic rocky mountains and icebergs

Deception Island – One of the only places in the world that ships can sail directly into the centre of a submerged caldera of an active volcano. The island is also home to a few small scientific outposts and hundreds of thousands of chinstrap penguins. Walk along the ash-covered beaches.

Fournier Bay – Mount Francis, the tallest mountain in Antarctica. Explore the remnants of a derelict whaling station and a vacant British base or climb to the rim of a volcanic crater.

Enjoy the chance to visit areas alive with wildlife such as penguins, seals, and whales. You may get to partake in the Polar Plunge, a once in a lifetime opportunity, in which those brave enough jump into the freezing Antarctic waters.

Days 11-12 Drake Passage Return

Day 13 Ushuaia, Argentina

Your voyage ends this morning as you farewell the crew. Disembark after breakfast to fly to Buenos Aires, taking away memories of a truly unforgettable experience.