INDEPENDENT TOUR
Trip Length: 16 days | 15 nights on board
Trip Dates: Dec 21, 2012–Jan 5, 2013
Jan 5-20, 2013
Rates: See Rate Page
| ANTARCTICA, THE FALKLAND & SOUTH GEORGIA ISLANDS | |
| Ushuaia (Argentina) | |
| New Island / West Point (Falkland Islands) | |
| At sea | |
| At sea | |
| Salisbury Plain / Fortuna Bay (South Georgia) | |
| Grytviken/St Andrews Bay (South Georgia) | |
| Gold Harbour / Drygalski Fjord (South Georgia) | |
| At sea | |
| At sea | |
| Cruising in the Weddell Sea & Brown Bluff (Antarctica) | |
| Antarctic Strait - Neko / Paradise Bay (Antarctica) | |
| Deception Island / Half Moon (Antarctica) | |
| At sea, Drake Passage | |
| At sea, Drake Passage | |
| Ushuaia (Argentina) | |
Explored by humans only since 1820, this frozen expanse boasts spectacular mintain scenery ans millions of animals living in vast colonies.A unique voyage with a team of naturalists who are passionate about their subject.
Outing in zodiacs to see extraordinary wildlife at close range against backdrop of majestic glaciers and tabular icebergs.
The following itinerary begins and ends in Ushuaia, Argentina. Because of flight schedules, you may need overnight accommodations in Buenos Aires and/or Ushuaia. Coda Tours will be happy to make those reservations for you as well as transfers and flight bookings between Buenos Aires and Ushuaia.
Regarded as the world's southern-most city, Ushuaia is the capital of Tierra del Fuego in the extreme South of Argentina at the end of Beagle Bay. This amazing little town of over 45,000 people is surrounded by mountains and fertile plains. The first inhabitants here were nomadic hunters and gatherers who arrived on foot to the Isla Grande over 10,000 years ago. Nature lovers will be bowled over by the Tierra del Fuego National Park and its amazing wealth of flora and fauna: beavers, albatrosses, guanacos, penguins... Here forests cover the slopes of the Andes mountains then give way to snow-capped peaks… a truly unique and unforgettable landscape.
You will disembark at the splendid Fortuna site among the penguins and be allowed to approach the sea elephants lounging in the weak southern sunshine. his glacial expanse surrounded by high mountains is home to over 250,000 King penguins.
You will discover the first whaling station and the Grytviken museum which is home to the tomb of the famous navigator, Shackleton.
At the end of Andvord Bay is a truly heavenly spot at the foot of a vast glacier; Neko Bay is without doubt one of most beautiful sites on the Antarctic Peninsula! It was discovered by the Belgian explorer Gerlache, during his Antarctic expedition from 1897-99. Mountains, snow, ice and nature in the wild combine to offer a unique landscape. The wildlife here is as abundant as it is exceptional, with gulls, Cape petrels and cormorants, as well as sea mammals such as seals, orcas and whales. Zodiac excursions bring you into the closest contact with the icebergs, or take you into the heart of the penguin colonies, or to observe a sea elephant lounging on the shore as the Antarctic terns wheel about overhead.
At Deception Island you will marvel at one of the largest colonies of Chinstrap penguins.
You will cross the notorious Drake Passage named after the famous explorer, Sir Frances Drake, who sailed in these waters way back in 1578.
Disembarkation. Fly to Buenos Aires and connect with flight to the USA, arriving the next morning.
LE BORÉAL and L'AUSTRAL — Two 132 stateroom / suite "sister ships"
A sleek silhouette softened by elegantly smooth contours and large, arched windows opening up to the sea and the light: so many features come together to give Le Boréal and L'Austral their distinctive shape.
Built in the style of superb mega-yachts, these two 132 - stateroom/suite "sister-ships" remain faithful to our philosophy: to offer small capacity ships providing a unique and subtle blend of luxury, intimacy and well-being. Precious materials, discreet elegance and a perfect balance between chic and casual, combine to make you feel as if you are on your own private yacht.
Smooth and quiet to provide maximum comfort, Le Boréal and L'Austral have also earned the international "green ship" label for their numerous eco-friendly features (dynamic positioning system to avoid having to drop anchor, waste water treatment on board, reduced fuel consumption, etc).
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1 453 sq.ft / 135 sq.m
Concierge lounge including reception, customer
relations and excursions desk, concierge service
restaurants
Gastronomic Restaurant
3 982 sq.ft / 370 sq.m
Capacity: 268
Elegant main dining room for breakfast, lunch and
dinner serving French and international cuisine,
Fine wine cellar
Grill Restaurant
2 530 sq.ft / 235 sq.m
Inside capacity: 130
Outside capacity: 80
Casual eating venue for breakfast, buffet lunch
and themed dinner
Main Lounge
2 745 sq.ft / 255 sq.m
Inside capacity: 110
Outside capacity: 30
Afternoon tea, lounge, live music, dance floor and
cocktail bar
Access to the outside terrace
Panoramic Lounge
1 184 sq.ft / 110 sq.m
Library, internet desk, cocktail bar, live entertainment
on selected evenings
Direct access to the panoramic terrace
Open-air Bar (Pool deck)
Seating: 50
Overlooking the pool deck
Theater
2 690 sq.ft / 250 sq.m
Capacity: 250
Main show room for conferences and live
entertainment on selected evenings
State-of-the-art audio and video technology
Fitness Room
Kinesis equipment, running
machines, bicycles
Beauty corner Carita™: Hairdresser,
Massage rooms (2),
Balneo room,
Hammam,
Relaxation room
Leisure area
Wii™ area, slot machines
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The Owner's suite is situated on Deck 2. It has been decorated by Franch interior designers and will provide you a breathtakting panoramic sea view. AMENTIES Individually-controlled air-conditioning Cabin layout : king-size bed, or twin beds, communicating cabins available (Children welcome) Bathtub or shower Minibar Flat screen satellite TV Desk with stationery DVD, CD and Ipod™ players Video on demand Safe Hairdryer Bath robes Satellite direct line telephone 110/220 volts outlet French bath products 24hr room service Internet acces wifi Another Flat screen satellite TV Large bathtub Sofa Table with 4 chairs Armchair & Pedestal table |
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20 Prestige Suites with private balcony will provide you a sea with in total discretion. |
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On Deck 3 you will find 3 Deluxe Suites with private balcony. AMENTIES Individually-controlled air-conditioning Cabin layout : king-size bed, or twin beds Bathtub Minibar Flat screen satellite TV Desk with stationery DVD, CD and Ipod™ players Video on demand Safe Hairdryer Bath robes Satellite direct line telephone 110/220 volts outlet French bath products 24hr room service Internet acces wifi Sofa Armchair & Pedestal table |
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92 Prestige Staterooms with private balcony. AMENTIES Individually-controlled air-conditioning Cabin layout : king-size bed, or twin beds Bathtub Minibar Flat screen satellite TV Desk with stationery DVD, CD and Ipod™ players Video on demand Safe Hairdryer Bath robes Satellite direct line telephone 110/220 volts outlet French bath products 24hr room service Internet acces wifi |
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16 Deluxe Staterooms of 200 sq.ft.with private balcony. AMENTIES Individually-controlled air-conditioning Cabin layout : king-size bed, or twin beds Bathtub Minibar Flat screen satellite TV Desk with stationery DVD, CD and Ipod™ players Video on demand Safe Hairdryer Bath robes Satellite direct line telephone 110/220 volts outlet French bath products 24hr room service Internet acces wifi. |
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8 superior staterooms of 226 sq.ft.located on Deck3. AMENTIES Individually-controlled air-conditioning Cabin layout : king-size bed, or twin beds Bathtub Minibar Flat screen satellite TV Desk with stationery DVD, CD and Ipod™ players Video on demand Safe Hairdryer Bath robes Satellite direct line telephone 110/220 volts outlet French bath products 24hr room service Internet acces wifi. |
ANTARCTICA, THE FALKLAND & S. GEORGIA ISLANDS |
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DISCOUNTED FARES MAY BE AVAILABLE - ESPECIALLY IF BOOKING EARLY. CALL FOR BEST AVAILABLE FARE. 1-888-677.2632. |
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| DATES: USHUAIA / USHUAIA | Dec 21-Jan 5 |
Jan 5-20 |
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| SHIP | Austral |
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| FARES ARE PER PERSON, DOUBLE OCC. | PUBLISHED Fare | Coda Fare | |
| Prestige Suite - Deck 5 | $23 497 | PLEASE CALL | |
| Prestige Suite - Deck 6 | $24 572 | PLEASE CALL | |
| Owner Suite | $26 185 | PLEASE CALL | |
| Superior Stateroom | $10 053 | PLEASE CALL | |
| Deluxe Stateroom | $11 451 | PLEASE CALL | |
| Prestige Stateroom - Deck 4 | $12 849 | PLEASE CALL | |
| Prestige Stateroom - Deck 5 | $13 494 | PLEASE CALL | |
| Prestige Stateroom - Deck 6 | $14 140 | PLEASE CALL | |
| Deluxe Suite | $18 334 | PLEASE CALL | |
| Safety and port taxes | $861 | ||
| One Child (8-12 years old) sharing cabin with 2 adults | Free | ||
| 3rd adult Passenger in a Superior Stateroom | PLEASE CALL | PLEASE CALL | |
| 3rd Passenger in a Prestige Suite | PLEASE CALL | PLEASE CALL | |
| Single supplement in cabin* | Starting at + 50% | ||
Those fares may be subject to Fuel adjustements according to our terms and conditions.
* On request. Limited availability.
- Your cruise including all meals from dinner on the day of embarkation to breakfast on the day of disembarkation
- Welcome aboard and captain's cocktail parties, gala dinner
- Mineral water, tea, filter coffee, white, red and rosé wines served with meals
- 24 hour room service (selected menu)
- Evening entertainments and events, and/or organised shows
- All zodiac shore landings
- A polar parka
- Porterage from the quayside to the ship and vice versa
- English-speaking guest-speaker (when applicable)
- Flights and airport taxes
- Port and safety charges
- Transfers, day rooms and other services at arrival & departure, before embarkation and after disembarkation
- Insurances
- Personal expenses, tips
- Other drinks than aforementioned ones
The below information is current but subject to change at any time without advance notice from government authorities.
Please consult your respective government agencies for visa and health information.
Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the completion of your trip. Passport must contain at least two completely clear, blank, unused visa pages for each visa required, not including any amendment pages. Visa pages with stains or ink from other pages in the passport are not usable. Guests who deviate from the scheduled embarkation or disembarkation port should research the foreign entry requirements for the port country. Due to government regulations, regrettably, Compagnie du Ponant will have to deny boarding to any guest who fails to obtain the appropriate travel documentation for this trip.
- A cruise to Antarctica and/or South Georgia is primarily an expedition.
- Given the inaccessiblity of the White Continent, we recommend you choose your insurance company carefully. Evacuation cost from the Antarctic Peninsula are up to 100.000 US$ plus medical costs. Therefore please be particularly prudent when choosing an insurance company, especially if you are insured by your credit card. In addition, it is mandatory to return the medical questionnaire, provided at time of booking, at the latest 90 prior departure. This questionnaire is very important in order to respect mandatory safety rules in polar zones. Any false information on this questionnaire may lead to a refusal of your embarkation at the port of departure, without any possible recourse.
We recommend the following :
- Underwear : long underpants and long sleeve undershirts made of silk or synthetic material. Silk or light cotton socks and woolen socks arriving just below the knee.
- Flexible trousers : warm, cotton tracksuit. Thin long sleeve tee-shirts.
- Waterproof over trousers and warm windbreak jacket.
- The tracksuit plus the waterproof trousers can be replaced by warm waterproof and flexible ski trousers.
- Waterproof and flexibile trousers are essential.
- Pullover, sweat-shirt or fleece jacket.
- Muffler and cap covering your ears.
- Waterproof gloves (silk gloves + waterproof gloves).
- Sunglasses.
- Waterproof parka offered on board.
- Wellington boots with non-slip soles (rising up to the knee, which will allow you to land in 20cm of cold water, keeping your feet dry!).
- Walking stick.
