Best of Antarctica: Whale Discovery on Ocean Nova

All aboard – the journey of a lifetime awaits. Set sail towards the Antarctic Peninsula, where whales gather in their largest numbers, on this 12-day expedition designed especially for wildlife-lovers and epic adventurers. Follow the migration paths of whales and spot seals, penguins and seabirds along the way. Explore the frozen wilderness from the deck of the Ocean Nova and from a fleet of up-close-and-personal Zodiacs, scanning for underwater silhouettes. Take an optional expedition by day paddle or choose to take a reinvigorating polar plunge. Among electric blue glaciers, this by-sea adventure provides the best opportunity for whale-spotting and once-in-a-lifetime exploration.
Activities
- Welcome Briefing
- Citizen Science Program
- Onboard Lecture Program
- Daily Briefings and Recap
- Citizen Science Program
- Onboard Lecture Program
- Daily Briefings and Recap
- Guided walking Excursions
- Zodiac Excursion/Cruising
- Citizen Science Program
- Onboard Lecture Program
- Daily Briefings and Recap
- Keep watch for an abundance of humpback whales, as these marine mammals migrate south to feed on krill.
- Admire the breathtaking scenery and wildlife that surrounds you, such as Gentoo and chinstrap penguins, fur seals, albatross and so much more, backed by icebergs and glaciated mountains.
- Head out on daily Zodiac cruises and shore excursions (weather permitting), allow you to fully immerse yourself in the breathtaking surroundings of the Antarctic wilderness.
- Settle in to listen to onboard specialists, who’ll provide invaluable insights during talks on topics spanning the region's diverse wildlife to its unique geology.
- Contribute to various vital research projects by participating in our Citizen Science Program, all led by our expert Expedition Team.
- Adventure and Active

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Itinerary
Day | Destination | ||
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1 | Ushuaia | ||
2 | Embarkation in Ushuaia, Argentina | ||
3-4 | At sea, Drake Passage | ||
5-9 | South Shetland Islands & Antarctic Peninsula | ||
10-11 | At Sea, Drake Passage | ||
12 | Disembarkation in Ushuaia, Argentina |