Name: South Atlantic Semi-Circumnavigation
Brand: Swan Hellenic
SKU: V0724030421

Nestled in the foothills of the snow-capped Martial Range, Ushuaia’s colourful streets and mismatched buildings cascade from the imposing mountains before coming to an abrupt halt at the shores of the Beagle Channel. As one of the world’s southernmost cities, Ushuaia carries its ‘end of the world’ reputation well. The moody weather and dramatic surroundings certainly help. Board your boutique ship before departing for your journey through one of the most captivating wilderness regions of the world.

Sea days are rarely dull. Take the time to sit back and let the world go by. The ship’s observation decks provide stunning views of the passing ocean. A day at sea gives you the opportunity to mingle with other passengers and share your experiences of this incredible trip or head to our library which is stocked full of reference books. Get an expert’s view in one of our on-board lectures or perhaps perfect your photography skills with invaluable advice from our onboard professional photographers.

Among captivating glaciers, majestic icebergs and snowy islands, the Antarctic Peninsula is where most visitors to the White Continent live their Antarctica dream. It's the most accessible part, with scientific bases and incredible scenery. Shore excursions might include Petermann Island, where among Adelie penguins, blue-eyed shags and skuas, huge, lumbering elephant seals haul out.

Deception Island in Antarctica's South Shetland Islands, one of only two active volcanoes on the continent, features live volcanoes, ice and abundant wildlife, including a large chinstrap penguin colony. Encompassing 60 percent glacier-covered land, the remote island has remarkable geology and unique flora. The ruins of the historic Hektor Whaling Station provide a glimpse into the past amid the dramatic Antarctic landscape.

Among captivating glaciers, majestic icebergs and snowy islands, the Antarctic Peninsula is where most visitors to the White Continent live their Antarctica dream. It's the most accessible part, with scientific bases and incredible scenery. Shore excursions might include Petermann Island, where among Adelie penguins, blue-eyed shags and skuas, huge, lumbering elephant seals haul out.

Kayak in Antarctica With Swan Hellenic Expedition Team (single outing)

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Paulet Island is a circular island about 1.5 km in diameter, lying southeast of Dundee Island, off the northeastern end of the Antarctic Peninsula. The volcanic island comprises lava flows, a cinder cone and a small summit crater. The associated geothermal heat keeps Paulet Island free of ice in many places. Its large penguin colony makes it a gorgeous destination for sightseeing and photography.

Days at sea are the perfect chance to relax, unwind and do whatever takes your fancy. So whether that is going to the gym, visiting the spa, trying to spot a whale from the deck, reading a chapter or two, or simply topping up your tan, these blue sea days are the perfect balance to the green days spent exploring on land.

Often called the 'Galapagos of the Poles,' South Georgia has a number of landing sites with half a million king penguins or three million breeding pairs of macaroni penguins, making up the largest population in the world alongside harrumphing elephant seals. Among its remarkable sites is Grytviken, the historic whaling station where legendary British explorer Ernest Shackleton (1874–1922) rests in peace.

Today as you sail, you’ll bask in the endless comforts of your ship. From the deck, marvel at the dramatic sea views. Relax with a nurturing facial treatment or massage in the spa or delve into the ship’s learning resources. Or, simply take refuge in your cabin and enjoy the opportunity to rest.

One of the most important seabird colonies, around 1,700 nautical miles from Cape Town, Gough Island is difficult to locate on a map. This outpost of Tristan da Cunha is largely uninhabited save for millions of seabirds. The island is also a UNESCO Site with the least-disturbed major cool temperate island ecosystem in the South Atlantic, home to two endemic bird species - the almost-flightless Gough moorhen and the tiny, endangered Gough finch.

Seabirds outnumber humans on this remote British outpost in the middle of the southern Atlantic. Millions of species like the rare yellow-nosed albatross, skuas, terns and petrels, including the endangered Tristan albatross, inhabit the bluffs. Northern rockhopper penguins breed on the beaches, while upwellings attract whales and dolphins. Fur seals also haul out on the island teeming with avian life.

Zodiac Cruise with Swan Hellenic Expedition Team

Included

02 h 00 m

Enjoy a Zodiac cruise and try to spot the marine life is Northern Rockhopper Penguins, Tristan Albatross and Sea Lions

Spend your day at sea enjoying your boutique 5-star ship. Treat yourself to a spa day, attend an expert-led onboard lecture or enjoy the ocean views from the deck or the comfort of our Observation Lounge.

Between mountains and the ocean, Cape Town is a vibrant, multicultural city with a lively waterfront featuring seafood restaurants, shopping and attractions. A cable car transports visitors to distinctive Table Mountain with sweeping views. Boats head to Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela was incarcerated. Nearby Boulders Beach is home to African penguins, and world-class Stellenbosch vineyards offer wine tastings amid Cape Dutch architecture.

South Atlantic Semi-Circumnavigation

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Kayak in Antarctica With Swan Hellenic Expedition Team (single outing)

Zodiac Cruise with Swan Hellenic Expedition Team

South Atlantic Semi-Circumnavigation

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Details

Itinerary

Kayak in Antarctica With Swan Hellenic Expedition Team (single outing)

Zodiac Cruise with Swan Hellenic Expedition Team

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