South Georgia expedition cruises: FAQ
How much does South Georgia cost?
Sailings to South Georgia in our inventory embark from Ushuaia, EZEIZA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, Buenos Aires and Puerto Williams. Voyages to South Georgia in our inventory start from $8000. Prices and availability are subject to change; final price confirmed at booking.
How long is a voyage to South Georgia?
Itineraries to South Georgia start from 14 nights.
When do voyages to South Georgia depart?
Departures currently on sale in our inventory fall in January, February, March, April, August, October, November and December.
Which cruise lines sail to South Georgia?
Operators in our inventory offering departures to South Georgia include Seabourn, Oceanwide Expeditions, Ponant, Quark Expeditions, Scenic and Aurora Expeditions, among others.
How many departures to South Georgia are on sale, and when do they leave?
145 scheduled departures to South Georgia are currently on sale, with sailing dates in January, February, March, April, August, October, November and December.
How long are itineraries to South Georgia?
Itineraries to South Georgia in our inventory range from 14 to 95 nights.
What is the most common itinerary length for South Georgia, and when is departure activity highest?
The most common itinerary length to South Georgia in our inventory is 20 nights, and March has the highest number of scheduled departures.
Which ships operate in South Georgia?
Ships sailing South Georgia in our inventory include Seabourn Venture (Seabourn, 264 guests), m/v Plancius (Oceanwide Expeditions, 108 guests), Seabourn Pursuit (Seabourn, 264 guests), Le Lyrial (Ponant, 264 guests) and Scenic Eclipse (Scenic, 228 guests); guest capacity is the operator's published figure.
Where do voyages to South Georgia embark?
Departures to South Georgia in our inventory embark from Ushuaia, EZEIZA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, Buenos Aires and Puerto Williams.
Which places feature on itineraries to South Georgia?
Itineraries in our inventory commonly call at South Georgia, Antarctic Peninsula, Falkland Islands, Tristan da Cunha, Mindelo, Santa Cruz, Grave Cove and Inaccessible Island. Expedition routes in polar waters are adjusted to ice, weather and wildlife conditions, so calls are not guaranteed.
Are any South Georgia departures discounted right now?
Yes: 58 of the South Georgia departures currently in our inventory list at least one cabin priced below its own published fare, the largest reduction being 40%. Prices and availability are subject to change; final price confirmed at booking.
What are the cancellation terms for South Georgia voyages?
Terms are set by each operator, not by us. Across the lines we sell in South Georgia, deposits are refundable in full until 121 to 180 days before departure; after that a per-line scale applies. Your confirmation shows the exact schedule for your booking.
How do starting prices for South Georgia compare across operators?
Starting prices in our inventory differ by operator: Oceanwide Expeditions from $8000, Ponant from $19000, Quark Expeditions from $20000, Seabourn from $24000. Prices and availability are subject to change; final price confirmed at booking.
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