Spirit of Terra Nova onboard Terra Nova Adventurer

• 10 nightsDuration
• Terra Nova AdventurerShip
• UshuaiaRound trip from
• Dec 18, 2026Next sailing

Upcoming departures

Day by day

As planned for the Dec 18, 2026 departure; other departures may differ.

1. Day 1Ushuaia

   Board your expedition vessel in the world’s southernmost city. After meeting your crew and fellow adventurers, settle into your cabin as the ship begins its journey along the scenic Beagle Channel. Enjoy your first evening at sea, watching the lights of Ushuaia fade behind you.

2. Day 2Crossing the Drake Passage Begins

   Enter the legendary Drake Passage, where the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans meet the Southern Ocean. Attend expert-led talks on Antarctic history, wildlife, and geology. Head out on deck or visit the bridge to spot albatrosses and petrels gliding overhead.

3. Day 3South Shetland Islands

   Continue your crossing through the Drake as excitement builds. Safety briefings and activity orientations for kayaking and snowshoeing are held. Keep your eyes peeled for whales and icebergs—the first signs of Antarctica will soon appear on the horizon.

4. Day 4First Landings on the Antarctic Peninsula

   Step ashore for your first encounter with the White Continent. Visit penguin colonies or take a Zodiac cruise past towering glaciers and surreal ice formations. Optional kayaking offers an intimate way to experience the icy seascape.

5. Day 5Wildlife Encounters & Ice Exploration

   Today may bring sightings of Weddell or crabeater seals, as well as humpback whales feeding in the nutrient-rich waters. Snowshoe up a ridge for panoramic views or paddle through glassy bays scattered with icebergs.

6. Day 6Scenic Channels & Penguin Rookeries

   Sail through dramatic channels like the Gerlache or Errera, flanked by snow-covered peaks and mirrored waters. Visit bustling penguin rookeries where Gentoo and Chinstrap penguins care for their chicks on rocky outcrops.

7. Day 7Remote Landings Continue

   Your expert team selects the day’s landing sites based on weather and ice conditions. Explore pristine areas rarely visited by other ships, where every Zodiac ride and landing feels like true discovery.

8. Day 8Final Day on the Peninsula

   Enjoy one last landing or Zodiac cruise—perhaps at Cuverville Island or Neko Harbour—before the ship turns north. Take in sweeping views of the polar landscape and reflect on the unforgettable experiences of the past few days.

9. Day 9Farewell Landings in the South Shetlands

   Conditions permitting, make a final landing at a wildlife-rich site like Brown Bluff or Paulet Island. Explore towering volcanic cliffs, historic relics, and Adélie penguin colonies before beginning the journey back across the Drake.

10. Day 10Northbound Crossing of the Drake Passage

    As the ship sails north, enjoy your last full day at sea. Attend wrap-up lectures, scan the horizon for seabirds and whales, and share memories with fellow travellers over a farewell dinner.

11. Day 11Ushuaia

    Arrive back in Ushuaia early in the morning. After breakfast, disembark with a camera full of photos, a head full of stories, and memories of a once-in-a-lifetime Antarctic expedition.

     

12. Day 12Day at Sea

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