ITINERARY: 14 DAYS
DAYS 1 AND 2: U.S./BUENOS AIRES,
ARGENTINA
Depart on an overnight fl ight to Buenos Aires,
Argentina’s cosmopolitan capital. Settle into
our hotel before heading out on an afternoon
tour of the city. Gather tonight for a welcome
reception. Caesar Park HotelDAY 3: BUENOS AIRES/USHUAIA
Fly to Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the
world, and enjoy lunch on a catamaran cruise
of the Beagle Channel. Then embark the
National Geographic Explorer and set sail.
(B, L, D)DAY 4: AT SEA/DRAKE PASSAGE
While crossing the spectacular Drake Passage,
spot whales and other marine life that glide
alongside the ship. (B, L, D)DAYS 5–10: EXPLORING ANTARCTICA
With long hours of daylight at this time of
year, we have ample opportunity to explore
the Antarctic Peninsula and the surrounding
islands. In keeping with the nature of an expe-
dition, the schedule is fl exible so that we can
take advantage of the unexpected—watchingTRIP DETAILS
DATES: Feb. 2014: 5–18.
2014/ 2015 Season: Nov. 28–Dec. 11,
Dec. 8–21, Dec. 18–Dec. 31, Dec. 28–Jan. 10,
Jan. 7–20, Jan. 17–30, Jan. 27–Feb. 9,
Feb. 6–19
EXPEDITION COST: FEB. 2014 2014/2015
Category 1 $11,990 $12,350
Located on Main Deck with porthole
Category 2 $12,890 $13,280
Located on Main Deck with window
Category 3 $13,290 $13,690
Located on Main Deck with window
Category 4 $14,290 $14,720
Located on Upper/Veranda Decks with window
Category 5 $17,150 $17,670
Located on Upper Deck with balcony
Category 6 $19,650 $20,240
Located on Upper/Veranda Decks—suite
Category 7 $22,870 $23,560
Located on Upper Deck—suite with balcony
See National Geographic Explorer deck
plan on page 61. Prices are per person,
double occupancy. For single cabin pricing
please visit our website. Economy airfare
round-trip between Miami and Buenos
Aires is $1,200 (subject to change). Charter
airfare between Buenos Aires and Ushuaia
is $790 (subject to change).
SPECIAL OFFER
Book by December 31, 2013 and receive
complimentary round-trip international
airfare between Miami and Buenos Aires on
the November 28 and December 8, 2014
departures.whales perform off the bow, taking an
after-dinner Zodiac cruise, or heading out on
an extra landing during the day. We anticipate
making several Zodiac landings each day to
hike, kayak among the icebergs, and experi-
ence close encounters with wildlife.
(B, L, D Daily)Depending on weather and sea conditions, we
plan to make the following stops:PARADISE BAY
This pristine bay is edged by soaring,
ice-covered peaks. Hike to a summit for a
breathtaking view, or kayak along a cliff -side
rookery in search of blue-eyed shags.LEMAIRE CHANNEL AND PETERMANN
ISLAND
Cruise through the Lemaire Channel between
towering snowcaps and blue icebergs. Step
ashore at Petermann Island to the cries of
thousands of gentoo penguins standing along
the shoreline as if awaiting your arrival.NEKO HARBOR
Dock in Neko Harbor. Walk among penguins
on the beach or climb high onto an ice fi eld
for a panoramic vista of untouched peaks
surrounding this idyllic bay.HISTORIC PORT LOCKROY
In 1944, the British government began an
expedition code-named Operation Tabarin,
creating a series of base stations in Antarctica.
Base A, at Port Lockroy, is now a museum and
Antarctica’s only public post offi ce.DAYS 11 AND 12: AT SEA
Enjoy the ship’s amenities as the Antarctic
coast disappears from view. Round the
southernmost tip of South America, and see
the meeting of the Atlantic and Pacifi c Oceans.
Celebrate your voyage at a farewell dinner on
board. (B, L, D Daily)DAYS 13 AND 14: USHUAIA, ARGENTINA/
BUENOS AIRES/U.S.
Disembark in Ushuaia. Fly to Buenos Aires
and connect with your overnight fl ight home.
(B, L on Day 13)RESERVE ONLINE AT NATIONALGEOGRAPHICEXPEDITIONS.COM 43
POLAR REGIONS
Visit our website for information on adding additional nights in Buenos Aires and post-trip
extensions to Iguazú Falls or Easter Island.A kayaker maueuvers toward an
icy landscape in the waters of Antarctica.