Name: South Georgia & Antarctica: Through the Lens
Brand: AE Expeditions

Overview

With Punta Arenas in your wake and Antarctica and South America ahead, this 19-night AE Expeditions sailing aboard Greg Mortimer promises a journey to remember. From King George Island, South Shetland Islands to South Georgia Island, the itinerary spans 3 ports across Antarctica and South America, with 3 sea days to savour life on board the Greg Mortimer. On board, the days at sea pass effortlessly - with Antarctica and South America's ever-changing coastline stretching out in every direction. With fares from £20,746 per person, this is a wonderful way to experience Antarctica and South America by sea.

AE Expeditions

AE Expeditions is a small Australian cruise line which specialises in off-the-beaten-track voyages led by remote area experts.

The company’s adventurous co-founders, Greg and Margaret Mortimer, established AE Expeditions in 1991 and had by the following year, already begun running voyages to Antarctica

Cruise Itinerary

Days 1-2

Punta Arenas

As you sail towards this spectacular destination, numerous cruise lines including Holland America and Princess Cruises offer tailored voyages that cater specifically to the discerning traveler. Once ashore, you can immerse yourself in excursions that traverse historical sites such as the Nao Victoria Museum, a full-size replica of the first ship to successfully circumnavigate the world. Celebrated figures from the area, like the explorer Ferdinand Magellan, lend a sense of adventure and discovery to every visit, making each moment aboard and ashore a continuous journey through living history.

Day 2

King George Island, South Shetland Islands

Days 3-7

Antarctic Peninsula

Day 8

Day 9

Elephant Island, South Shetland Islands

Day 9

Antarctic Sound

Day 10

Elephant Island, South Shetland Islands

Days 11-12

Days 13-16

South Georgia Island

Days 17-19

At sea

Day 20

Ushuaia

Ushuaia, famously known as the southernmost city in the world, offers a gateway to the untouched landscapes of Tierra del Fuego. It's more than a mere departure point; it's where the raw spirit of Argentina comes alive amidst rugged coastlines and pristine sub-polar forests. The climate here, cool and temperate, invites visitors into a world far removed from the bustling tourist centers, presenting a rare glimpse into the authentic heart of the country. Cruises utilizing this port offer scenic views of the Beagle Channel and the Martial Mountains, each narrating the epic saga of explorers who first charted these remote territories. Uniquely, Ushuaia's latitude allows for extended daylight hours in the summer, giving travelers more time to soak in its spectacular natural beauty.

Days 1-2

Punta Arenas

Day 2

King George Island, South Shetland Islands

Days 3-7

Antarctic Peninsula

Day 8

Antarctic Peninsula

Day 9

Elephant Island, South Shetland Islands

Day 9

Antarctic Sound

Day 10

Elephant Island, South Shetland Islands

Days 11-12

Elephant Island, South Shetland Islands

Days 13-16 South Georgia Island

South Georgia Island

Days 17-19 At sea

At sea

Day 20

Ushuaia

130

Passengers

Crew

2019

Launched

7400t

Tonnage

104.4m

Length

18.2m

Width

12kts

Speed

Decks

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Currency

Greg Mortimer

Purpose-built for expeditions to the most remote places on earth.

We drew on centuries of collective experience to map out the Greg Mortimer: purpose-built for expeditions to the wildest and most remote places on earth.