Antarctica by Helicopter: Crossing the Circle and the Peninsula on Ultramarine
Crossing the Antarctic Circle at 66’30 is a polar milestone achieved by relatively few travelers. Our polar-obsessed expedition team has made this dream come true for modern-day adventurers for over 30 years. Because innovation is in our DNA, we wanted to make this experience even more memorable. The result is our brand-new 14-day Antarctica by Helicopter: Crossing the Circle & the Peninsula itinerary, which includes opportunities for guests to soar above the Antarctic landscape in one of Ultramarine’s twin-engine helicopters. Our goal is to maximize helicopter adventures throughout your voyage so you can experience perspectives of the 7th Continent no one else can offer. Your helicopter-supported excursions-included in the cost of the trip-feature multiple opportunities for heli flightseeing, as well as a heli landing. You'll learn what it's like to step out of a helicopter onto Antarctica and gaze upon polar landscapes previously only seen by a few fearless explorers and mountaineers. Not only will you reach the Antarctic Circle, but you’ll also explore the southern heart of the Antarctic Peninsula. And you’ll experience it all from sea-and air. Get ready to embrace the pinnacle of polar adventures.
- Be one of the select few to cross the Antarctic Circle at 66’30
- Experience at least two heli-flightseeing excursions-included in the cost of the trip
- Participate in one heli-landing amidst Antarctica’s vast coastal mountains
- Enjoy off-ship excursions by Zodiac for intimate marine and land-based experiences
- Explore Crystal Sound and Marguerite Bay-the southern heart of the Antarctic Peninsula
- View the least-explored mountains and glaciers of the Antarctic Peninsula from sea and air
- Learn from polar experts during our enhanced onboard education program.
- Expedition Cruises
Quark Expeditions is the Leader in Polar Adventures. Founded in 1991, Quark has been pioneering small-ship, explorer voyages to the Arctic and Antarctica for over three decades. Each voyage sails on a purpose-built, ice class vessel with an unparalleled team of expedition specialists, naturalists and guides. Quark Expeditions’ newest vessel Ultramarine, is a state-of-the-art ship with incredible features such as two twin-engine helicopters, water-level Zodiac embarkation, spa and sauna, and beautiful balcony suites. Quark Expeditions introduces you to unforgettable encounters with wildlife – like coming face to face with half a million penguins, witnessing elephant seals bathe in the sun, or gasping in delight as pods of orcas pass by. Choose from one of Quark’s incredible adventure options to heighten your experience like kayaking, camping, hiking, snowshoeing, photography courses, or simply relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery from the observation lounge.
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Itinerary
| Day | Destination | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arrive in Buenos Aires, Argentina | ||
| 2 | Fly to Ushuaia and Embark | ||
| 3 | Crossing the Drake: A Polar Rite of Passage | ||
| 4 | At Sea With Polar Experts | ||
| 5 and 6 | South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula | ||
| 7 to 9 | Explore the Antarctic Circle and the Southern Peninsula by water, land, and air | ||
| 10 and 11 | Northbound Along the Peninsula | ||
| 12 and 13 | Crossing the Drake Passage | ||
| 14 | Disembark in Ushuaia and Fly to Buenos Aires |
