First launched in 2013 Le Soléal is an elegant and stately mega yacht. Designed in France and built in Italy. Superb service and facilities, extending into the 132 staterooms and suites is available over 6 decks. Much like its sister ships L’Austral and Le Boréal, Le Soléal features excellent cuisine prepared by French chefs and lounge areas. In Addition, a spa area, a library, a pool and a panoramic lounge and terrace. Above all, a range of activities, excursions and lectures facilitated by experienced naturalist guides are available to passengers.
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”. (B,L,D)
Days 2-3Drake 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. (B,L,D)
Days 4-8Antarctic Peninsula
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 9-10Drake 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. (B,L,D)
Day 11Ushuaia
End your journey by once again Enjoying 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”. (B,L,D)
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