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South Atlantic cruise: from Antarctica to South Africa SH Diana Mar 9, 2027 – Mar 29, 2027

Cabin offers

Cabin Occupancy Price (per person) Availability Action
Balcony
Balcony Best price
25 m² 2–3 guests

Staterooms on decks 5-6 (site tiers Balcony D5, Balcony M5 and Balcony D6) with two single beds or a double bed, bedroom with living-room area, luxurious bathroom and a 5 m² private balcony.

In your cabin 16
  • 5 m² private balcony
  • Two single beds or a double bed
  • Bedroom with living room area
  • Flame-effect fireplace
  • Luxurious bathroom
  • Welcome bottle of Champagne, snacks and well-stocked minibar
  • Illy espresso coffee machine and tea facilities
  • Smart HDTV
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Personal safe
  • Nikon Prostaff 3S 10x42 binoculars
  • Individually-controlled air-conditioning
  • Wardrobe, desk and comfy seating areas
  • Bathroom with glass-enclosed rain shower and Lajatica toiletries
  • Fluffy bathrobes, slippers and hairdryer
  • 24/7 room service
Double
$17,551 €15,700
Available View at operator
Junior Suite
Junior Suite
32 m² 2 guests

32-36 m² suites on decks 5-6 with a king-size bed, separate living-room area with flame-effect fireplace, luxurious en-suite bathroom and a 6 m² private balcony.

In your cabin 15
  • 6 m² private balcony
  • King size bed
  • Separate living room area
  • Luxurious en-suite bathroom
  • Welcome bottle of Champagne, snacks and well-stocked minibar
  • Illy espresso coffee machine and tea facilities
  • Smart HDTV
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Personal safe
  • Nikon Prostaff 3S 10x42 binoculars
  • Individually-controlled air-conditioning
  • Wardrobe, desk and comfy seating areas
  • Bathroom with glass-enclosed rain shower and Lajatica toiletries
  • Fluffy bathrobes, slippers and hairdryer
  • 24/7 room service
Double
$23,923 €21,400
Available View at operator
Suite
Suite
41 m² 2–3 guests

41 m² suites on decks 5-6 with a king-size bed, separate living room with flame-effect fireplace, ensuite bathroom with separate bath tub and walk-in shower, and a 5-10 m² private balcony.

In your cabin 16
  • 5-10 m² private balcony
  • King size bed
  • Separate living room
  • Flame-effect fireplace
  • Luxurious ensuite bathroom with separate bath tub and walk-in shower
  • Welcome bottle of Champagne, snacks and well-stocked minibar
  • Illy espresso coffee machine and tea facilities
  • Smart HDTV
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Personal safe
  • Nikon Prostaff 3S 10x42 binoculars
  • Individually-controlled air-conditioning
  • Wardrobe, desk and comfy seating areas
  • Bathroom with glass-enclosed rain shower and Lajatica toiletries
  • Fluffy bathrobes, slippers and hairdryer
  • 24/7 room service
Double
$27,920 €24,975
Available View at operator
Premium Suite
Premium Suite
41 m² 2 guests

Top-category suites on deck 6 with a king-size bed, separate living room with flame-effect fireplace, ensuite bathroom with separate bath tub and shower, walk-in wardrobe and an 8-12 m² private balcony.

In your cabin 17
  • 8-12 m² private balcony
  • King size bed
  • Separate living room
  • Flame-effect fireplace
  • Luxurious ensuite bathroom with separate bath tub and shower
  • Walk-in wardrobe
  • Welcome bottle of Champagne, snacks and well-stocked minibar
  • Illy espresso coffee machine and tea facilities
  • Smart HDTV
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Personal safe
  • Nikon Prostaff 3S 10x42 binoculars
  • Individually-controlled air-conditioning
  • Wardrobe, desk and comfy seating areas
  • Bathroom with glass-enclosed rain shower and Lajatica toiletries
  • Fluffy bathrobes, slippers and hairdryer
  • 24/7 room service
Double
$31,888 €28,525
Available View at operator
Oceanview
Oceanview
20 m² 2 guests

Deck 4 staterooms (site tiers Oceanview D4 and Oceanview M4) with two single beds or a double bed, a bedroom with living-room area and a luxurious bathroom; windows rather than balconies.

In your cabin 15
  • Two single beds or a double bed
  • Bedroom with living room area
  • Flame-effect fireplace
  • Luxurious bathroom
  • Welcome bottle of Champagne, snacks and well-stocked minibar
  • Illy espresso coffee machine and tea facilities
  • Smart HDTV
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Personal safe
  • Nikon Prostaff 3S 10x42 binoculars
  • Individually-controlled air-conditioning
  • Wardrobe, desk and comfy seating areas
  • Bathroom with glass-enclosed rain shower and Lajatica toiletries
  • Fluffy bathrobes, slippers and hairdryer
  • 24/7 room service
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Route 7 waypoints

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

Daily schedule
DAY 1 Ushuaia Mar 9

Ushuaia is the gateway to the White Continent. Nestled in the foothills of the snow-capped Martial Range in Argentina's Patagonia region, 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. Often described as 'the End of the World', the city carries the reputation well - the moody weather and dramatic surroundings certainly help

DAYS 2–3 Day at sea Mar 10 – 11

Spend your day at sea enjoying the facilities available onboard. Head to the sauna, get in a workout in the state-of-the-art gym or relax in the hot tub while taking in incredible views along the way. If you prefer to learn a little more about your surroundings, listen to an informative talk or have a chat with one of our knowledgeable experts

DAYS 4–6 Antarctic Peninsula Mar 12 – 14

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, like the photogenic Lemaire Channel. Shore excursions might include Mikkelsen Harbour, where among gentoo penguins, snowy sheathbills and skuas, Antarctic Weddell seals haul out

DAYS 7–8 Day at sea Mar 15 – 16

Spend your day at sea enjoying the facilities available onboard. Head to the sauna, get in a workout in the state-of-the-art gym or relax in the hot tub while taking in incredible views along the way. If you prefer to learn a little more about your surroundings, listen to an informative talk or have a chat with one of our knowledgeable experts

DAYS 9–11 South Georgia Mar 17 – 19

Often called the 'Galapagos of the Poles,' South Georgia has a number of landing sites with tens of thousands of King Penguins and gentoo penguins, making up some of the largest populations 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) is laid to rest

DAYS 12–15 Day at sea Mar 20 – 23

Spend your day at sea enjoying the facilities available onboard. Head to the sauna, get in a workout in the state-of-the-art gym or relax in the hot tub while taking in incredible views along the way. If you prefer to learn a little more about your surroundings, listen to an informative talk or have a chat with one of our knowledgeable experts

DAY 16 Tristan Da Cunha Mar 24

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

DAYS 17–20 Day at sea Mar 25 – 28

Spend your day at sea enjoying the facilities available onboard. Head to the sauna, get in a workout in the state-of-the-art gym or relax in the hot tub while taking in incredible views along the way. If you prefer to learn a little more about your surroundings, listen to an informative talk or have a chat with one of our knowledgeable experts

DAY 21 Cape Town Mar 29

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.Boulders Beach is home to African penguins, and world-class Stellenbosch vineyards offer wine tastings amid Cape Dutch architecture

Visited Regions

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Polar destination guide

Expedition Overview

SH Diana
Mid-Size Expedition Ship

SH Diana

IAATO Category 1 (101–200 guests) — full Category 1 site access via two-group shore & Zodiac rotations

192 guests Ice class PC6 Polar Class 6: Summer/autumn operation in medium first-year ice; premier modern polar standard. Built 2023 96 cabins
12–15h -3°C to +2°C 26% sea ice
Late Summer · Fur Seals & Light

March 2027

Abundant whale encounters, playful fur seal pups, and dramatic golden-hour polar light.

Playful Fur Seals Dramatic Light Shoulder Value
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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.

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from $17,551 (€15,700)
per person · Balcony