Follow in the footsteps of ‘the Boss’ on this quintessential polar voyage, from the serene ice of the deep south to the subantarctic wildlife paradise of South Georgia. As you retrace the steps of this historic voyage, your expert expedition team will be by your side to enrich your journey with insights, wildlife-spotting tips and stories of Shackleton’s epic adventure.
✓ Experience the Antarctic Peninsula and set foot on the continent before making your way north to the spectacular Antarctic Sound
✓ Embrace the adventure as you voyage further east, navigating as far as possible into the Weddell Sea, where Shackleton’s Endurance met its fate
✓ Set a course to Elephant Island, the desolate outpost where Shackleton and his men finally made landfall after 497 days at sea
✓ Follow the course of the James Caird across the Scotia Sea to South Georgia, where Shackleton’s voyage reached its remarkable conclusion
Antarctica with Aurora Expeditions:
In Shackleton's Footsteps
Overwhelming, Heart Warming, Life Changing.
Highlights of this Expedition
Featured Expedition
In Shackleton's Footsteps
Expedition To/From: Ushuaia, Argentina
Destination Highlights
• Marvel at the enormous tabular icebergs that escape the Weddell Sea into the Antarctic Sound
• Learn about the fascinating history of Shackleton’s Endurance expedition from our onboard Expedition Team
• Delight in the presence of South Georgia’s king penguin colonies, some of the largest on earth
• Hike from Fortuna Bay to the abandoned Stromness whaling station, repeating the final leg of Shackleton’s remarkable traverse of South Georgia from east to west
Sample Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Ushuaia
Day 2: Embarkation
Days 3-4: Drake Passage Crossing
Days 5-7: Antarctic Peninsula
Day 8: Weddell Sea
Day 9: Elephant Island
Days 10-11: Scotia Sea
Days 12-16: South Georgia
Days 17-19: At Sea
Day 20: Disembark in Ushuaia
Included Activities
Optional Activities
Reserve your optional activities at the time of booking to secure your spot.
*Landings, adventures, and activities are weather-dependent. Activity options vary by itinerary, and additional fees apply for optional activities.
Best Time To Go
New Purpose-Built Small Ship - 130 Passengers Maximum
Our expedition ship— the Greg Mortimer—is designed for exploration. This state-of-the-art, purpose-built ship uses the latest advances in design and technology, truly revolutionising the small-ship experience.
INCLUSIONS
• All airport transfers mentioned in the itinerary.
• One night’s hotel accommodation including breakfast, in Ushuaia on Day 1.
• Half-day tour of Ushuaia on Day 2, prior to embarkation.
• Onboard accommodation during voyage, including daily cabin service.
• All meals, snacks, tea and coffee during voyage.
• Beer, house wine and soft drinks with dinner.
• Captain’s Farewell reception including four-course dinner, house cocktails, house beer and wine, and nonalcoholic beverages.
• All shore excursions and Zodiac cruises.
• Educational lectures and guiding services provided by Expedition Team.
• Complimentary access to onboard expedition doctor and medical clinic (initial consultation).
• One 3-in-1 waterproof, polar expedition jacket.
• Complimentary use of Muck Boots during the voyage.
• Complimentary Starlink Wi-Fi.
• Comprehensive pre-departure information.
• Port surcharges, permits and landing fees.
EXCLUSIONS
• International or domestic flights – unless specified in the itinerary.
• Transfers – unless specified in the itinerary.
• Airport arrival or departure taxes.
• Passport, visa, reciprocity and vaccination fees and charges.
• Travel insurance or emergency evacuation charges.
• Hotel accommodation and meals – unless specified in the itinerary.
• Optional excursions and optional activity surcharges.
• All items of a personal nature, including but not limited to alcoholic beverages and soft drinks (outside of dinner service), gratuities, laundry services, personal clothing, medical expenses, email or phone
charges.
About Aurora Expeditions
From the start, Aurora Expeditions— an award-winning Australian-owned company—was destined to be different. Our passion for adventure, exploring wild places and sharing the experience with friends burns just as brightly as it did over 33 years ago, as does our preference for small-group, personal expeditions, accompanied by an expedition team we believe are the world’s best.
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