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Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica Micro Cruise

Secret Atlas · 21 days · Ushuaia, Argentina → Ushuaia

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Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica Micro Cruise — Key Facts At a Glance
Operator Secret Atlas
Available departures 0
Typical duration 21 days · Ushuaia, Argentina → Ushuaia
ships Ocean Nova
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Route 15 waypoints
Ushuaia, Argentina Beagle Channel West Falklands Port Stanley, East Falklands South Georgia Scotia Sea Elephant Island South Orkney Islands Antarctic Peninsula South Shetland Islands Gerlache Strait Lemaire Channel Drake Passage Beagle Channel Ushuaia, Argentina

Itinerary and landing sites are indicative and subject to change based on weather, sea ice, and wildlife conditions.

Daily schedule
DAY 1 Ushuaia, Argentina

Arrive in Ushuaia , the “End of the World,” nestled among snow-capped mountains. Spend the night in a centrally located hotel and soak in the quiet charm of this southern gateway.

DAY 2 Embarkation

This morning, explore Ushuaia at your own pace before boarding the ship. We sail through the Beagle Channel , where Magellanic penguins may greet us along the way.

DAY 3 Sail across the Southern Ocean

A day to settle into expedition life. Keep watch for seabirds , dolphins, and whales as our polar experts begin their onboard talks, sharing stories of exploration and wildlife. Hands-on photography sessions will help you sharpen your skills for polar environments, while time on deck offers endless opportunities to connect with the wilderness.

DAY 4 West Falklands

Explore the windswept western islands, home to rockhopper and gentoo penguins and nesting black-browed albatrosses. Zodiac landings provide intimate encounters with seabird colonies and pristine beaches.

DAY 5 Port Stanley, East Falklands

Arrive and disembark at Port Stanley . Wander the quaint streets of Stanley and discover its maritime history, once a key port for ships rounding Cape Horn.

DAYS 6–7 Sail across the Southern Ocean

We sail southeast toward South Georgia, crossing the Antarctic Convergence and noting the first icy waters of the Southern Ocean. Lectures continue, and keen eyes may spot whales, seals, and penguins.

DAYS 8–11 South Georgia

As we approach South Georgia, we may first pass the remote Shag Rocks, alive with seabirds. Depending on conditions, there’s a chance for an evening Zodiac excursion — your first thrilling taste of the subantarctic. Over four full days, we plan to explore South Georgia from north to south, aiming to visit iconic wildlife havens such as St Andrews Bay , Salisbury Plain , Gold Harbour , and Cooper Bay . Walk among vast king penguin colonies, watch elephant seals lounging on golden beaches, and visit Grytviken , the final resting place of Sir Ernest Shackleton. We’ll aim to embark on a Zodiac excursion alongside the towering glaciers of Drygalski Fjord , and witness large numbers of albatrosses heading out to fish from their nests on Prion Island .

DAYS 12–14 Sail across the Scotia Sea

We begin our crossing toward Antarctica through the Scotia Sea, one of the world’s most storied seaways. As in the Southern Ocean, the days will be filled with expert-led presentations on polar science, history, and wildlife, plus active workshops in photography to refine your craft. Out on deck, keep watch for seabirds, seals, and the first Antarctic iceberg of the voyage.

DAYS 15–18 Antarctic Peninsula & South Shetland Islands

If conditions allow, we may first sail by Elephant Island — the refuge where Shackleton’s men endured months of isolation — or the South Orkney Islands . Then, the Antarctic Peninsula awaits. As you navigate through waterways like the Gerlache Strait , Neumayer , and Lemaire Channels , Antarctica will begin to astound with its array of blue ice. Land on beaches where gentoo, chinstrap, and Adélie penguin colonies stretch out in vast numbers. Zodiac cruise past magnificent icebergs of deep blue and keep watch for humpback whales bubble-netting in krill-rich waters. With flexible navigation and a small-ship advantage, we’ll venture into less-visited areas such as the Antarctic Sound or the Weddell Sea if conditions permit.

DAYS 19–20 At Sea – Drake Passage

As your voyage north unfolds, icebergs and the Antarctic continent fade on the horizon. While crossing the Drake Passage , albatrosses may glide above as you enjoy workshops, and expert-led lectures.

DAY 21 Disembarkation in Ushuaia

Sail through the Beagle Channel before concluding your journey with disembarkation in Ushuaia, Argentina . Return What your expedition could look like

Ships operating this itinerary

Ocean Nova

Ocean Nova

78 guests 100% simultaneous Ice class: 1B Ice Class 1B: Ice-strengthened hull for navigation in medium ice conditions (up to 0.6 m). Built 1992
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Visited Regions

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Polar destination guide
54°53′S · 68°10′W

Beagle Channel

Scenic Fjord • Sea Lion Colonies & Les Eclaireurs
51°45′S · 59°00′W

Falkland Islands

Subantarctic Haven • Albatross Cliffs & 5 Penguin Species
54°15′S · 36°45′W

South Georgia

Serengeti of the South • Hundreds of Thousands of King Penguins
57°30′S · 43°00′W

Scotia Sea

Southern Ocean Arc • Marine Mammal Highway
61°08′S · 55°07′W

Elephant Island

Shackleton Sanctuary • Point Wild Legend
60°35′S · 45°30′W

South Orkney Islands

Ice-Bound Isles • Orcadas Base & Adélie Rookeries
65°30′S · 64°00′W

Antarctic Peninsula

Classic Antarctica • Towering Peaks & Wildlife
62°00′S · 58°00′W

South Shetland Islands

Volcanic Isles • Penguin Rookeries & Calderas
64°30′S · 62°20′W

Gerlache Strait

Whale Highway • Humpbacks, Orcas & Protected Bays
65°04′S · 63°57′W

Lemaire Channel

Kodak Gap • Kilometer-High Glaciated Chasm
58°30′S · 63°00′W

Drake Passage

Rite of Passage • Albatross Alley
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Wildlife on this route

Penguins

Emperor Penguins

The world's largest penguin breeds only in Antarctica's brutal winter. A rare and unforgettable sight.

Penguins

Gentoo Penguin

A stocky, orange-billed penguin of the genus Pygoscelis, closest kin to the Adélie and Chinstrap. Its loud, trumpeting call, delivered with head thrown back, carries across the shoreline colonies where expedition landings are made.

Whales & Dolphins

Humpback Whale

A 14–17 metre baleen whale known for breaching and long pectoral fins, often seen feeding on krill in loose groups along the ice edge.

Whales & Dolphins

Orca

Black and white apex predator instantly recognizable by its pale eye patches, the orca is the largest of the dolphins and one of the ocean's most capable hunters. Sightings often involve a tight-knit family pod working the ice edge together.