The Hebridean Sky (formerly Sea Explorer) is a perfect balance of onboard luxury and adventurous explorations. With a maximum of 114 guests, the MS Hebridean Sky is one of the few ships that can transport all passengers ashore at once, which means less time to wait and more time to explore. In your suite enjoy the convenience of cosy beds; a sitting area with a satellite TV and a telephone; a marble-appointed ensuite bathroom with toiletries, a plush robe and slippers; a safe; a wardrobe; as well as a mini fridge. The ship includes a dining room, library, lounge area, extensive decks for wildlife viewing and an exercise room.
Enjoy the Argentinean leather markets and succulent lamb dishes that Patagonia is so famous for as you explore the southernmost town in the world. Highlights of Ushuaia include an award-winning museum and trips to nearby Tierra del Fuego National Park and its popular “Train at the End of the World”. Overnight at your HOTEL.
Day 2Ushuaia
Arriving at the ship in the afternoon, you will be greeted by our Expedition Team and ship's officers at a safety and orientation briefing followed by the Captain's welcome dinner. After dinner, relax and enjoy the mountainous scenery on an early evening sail down the Beagle Channel past Magellanic Penguin, Rock Cormorant and Sea Lion colonies. (B, D)
Days 3 - 4Drake Passage
Among the wildlife spotting opportunities as you sail south are the Albatrosses, Prions, and Petrels that frequently follow the ship. Look out for the Whales and Dolphins that seen in the area. On board, learn from the informative and entertaining presentations on wildlife, history, and geology of Antarctica. The Depending on sea conditions your vessel should arrive in the South Shetland Islands of the Antarctic Peninsula in the evening of Day 4. (B, L, D)
Days 5 - 9Antarctica
The Expedition Leader and Captain will create a flexible itinerary based on weather, ice, and opportunity. The route will explore most scenic bays and channels of the Peninsula with stops at penguin rookeries, seal wallows, bird colonies and whale feeding areas as well as sites of historic and scientific interest. Neko and Paradise Harbors may be explored as well as Wilhelmina Bay, the Lemaire Channel, the wildlife-filled Penola Channel, or Neumayer Channel. Adelie, Chinstrap and Gentoo Penguins abound, and Weddell, Crabeater and Elephant Seals are often found along with predatory Leopard Seals and the aggressive Antarctic Fur Seal. Minke and Humpback Whales are frequent visitors in the late season and Orca sightings are also common. (B, L, D)
Days 10 -11Drake Passage
The presentation series continues along with wildlife spotting during the sail back to Ushuaia. (B, L, D)
Day 12Ushuaia disembarkation
Morning disembarkation sees you catch a flight to Buenos Aires or stay in Ushuaia for more sights and adventure.
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