Discover Antarctica with Quark Expeditions

• Accommodation onboard the expedition ship.
• Cruise transportation from Ushuaia to Antarctica and back.
• Meals onboard as per the cruise package.
• Expedition team guidance and educational briefings.
• Zodiac excursions and shore landings, subject to weather conditions and the cruise operator’s arrangements.
• Wildlife viewing opportunities across the South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula.
• Onboard activities and expedition presentations.

• International flights to and from Ushuaia, Argentina.
• Hotel accommodation before or after the cruise.
• Visa fees, if applicable.
• Travel insurance and emergency medical coverage.
• Personal expenses, including laundry and souvenirs.
• Optional tours and activities not included in the package.
• Gratuities and tips, if applicable.
• Meals and beverages not specified in the cruise package.
• Airport transfers and transportation not mentioned in the inclusions.
• Any additional expenses due to travel delays or unforeseen circumstances.

Optional tours may include Zodiac boat excursions, guided Antarctic shore landings, wildlife watching to spot penguins, seals, and whales, and scenic excursions in Ushuaia, including Tierra del Fuego National Park. All activities are subject to weather conditions, availability, and the cruise operator’s arrangements.

Day 1: Arrive in Ushuaia, Argentina Tue Jan 5, 2027 |Depart

Day 2: Embark Wed | Jan 6, 2027

Day 3: Crossing the Drake Passage | Thu Jan 7, 2027

Day 4: Crossing the Drake Passage | Fri Jan 8, 2027

Day 5: South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula | Sat Jan 9, 2027

Day 6: South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula | Sun Jan 10, 2027

Day 7: South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula | Mon Jan 11, 2027

Day 8: South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula | Tue Jan 12, 2027

Day 9: Crossing the Drake Passage | Wed Jan 13, 2027

Day 10: Crossing the Drake Passage | Thu Jan 14, 2027

Day 11: Disembark in Ushuaia | Fri Jan 15, 2027

• For reservations involving the first and second guest, adult rates will be applicable, irrespective of age.
  Single occupancy it is 200% of the cabin Fare plus port Taxes and Gratuities
  Prices mentioned are starting prices and subject to change at the time of confirmation
  For the 3rd & 4th adult in the cabin, cruise fare will be charged at 50%; port charges and gratuities will be applicable at 100%
  Pregnancy Policy
  Pregnant women are allowed to sail only if pregnant for 24 completed weeks or less on the date of cruise disembarkation. All PREGNANT WOMEN MUST PROVIDE TO CCL AT EMBARKATION A PHYSICIAN’S LETTER stating the estimated date of delivery and that the mother and baby are in good health and fit to travel and the pregnancy is not at risk.
  Smoking Policy
  Smoking cigarettes, cigars and pipes is permitted only in certain areas of the ships including cigar lounges, designated outdoor smoking areas and outside on private balconies. Smoking is strictly prohibited inside the cabins. To avoid the risk of fire, cigarettes must be extinguished and left in the ashtrays provided.

Date of Confirmation: 25% of the total amount is required upon confirmation.

76 Days Prior to Departure: Full payment is required.

Cancellation Policy:

From confirmation up to 90 days before departure: 35% of the total amount.

Between 90 and 61 days before departure: 40% of the total amount.

Between 60 and 45 days before departure: 55% of the total amount.

Between 44 and 21 days before departure: 75% of the total amount.

Less than 20 days before departure: 100% of the total amount.

Argentina: Visa requirements depend on the traveller’s passport nationality. UAE nationals travelling on ordinary passports are generally visa-exempt for tourism for stays of up to 90 days.

Antarctica: No standard tourist visa is required; expedition permits and landing arrangements are handled by the cruise operator.

Passport Validity: A valid passport is required. Check the destination and cruise operator’s passport validity requirements before departure.

Important: Travellers must verify any additional visa or transit requirements based on their nationality and travel route before departure.

Argentina: Visa requirements depend on the traveller’s passport nationality. UAE nationals travelling on ordinary passports are generally visa-exempt for tourism for stays of up to 90 days.

Antarctica: No standard tourist visa is required; expedition permits and landing arrangements are handled by the cruise operator.

Passport Validity: A valid passport is required. Check the destination and cruise operator’s passport validity requirements before departure.

Important: Travellers must verify any additional visa or transit requirements based on their nationality and travel route before departure.