Antarctica

Emperor Penguin Quest: Expedition to Snow Hill

Name: Emperor Penguin Quest: Expedition to Snow Hill
Brand: Quark Expeditions
Price: 23943 USD
Availability: InStock

Quark Expeditions has brought more travelers to the remote, 8,000-strong Emperor penguin colony at Snow Hill than any other operator. In fact, we were the first company to do so in 2004. Our 14–day “Emperor Penguin Quest: Expedition to Snow Hill” is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure that delivers one of the most jaw-dropping wildlife experiences imaginable. Bonus: two heli-flightseeing and one heli-landing are included. Our technologically-advanced Ultramarine was built for this type of challenging journey. Trust us to get you there.

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Voyage Overview

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Embrace the expeditionary spirit on a quest to reach the colony of thousands of pairs of emperor penguins and their chicks
Spend five days in the vicinity of Snow Hill, either on tour to the colony, or immersing yourself in our custom-designed Weddell Sea experiences
Travel aboard our new ship Ultramarine, enjoying the sauna or one of the ship’s many other onboard amenities
Enjoy the intimacy of traveling on a ship with a reduced capacity of 150 guests
Additional staff means there will be one expedition team member for every four guests
Learn from polar experts during our enhanced onboard education program
Enjoy helicopter sightseeing and Zodiac cruising for unique perspectives of the Antarctic Peninsula.

Destinations

Antarctica Drake Passage Weddell Sea

Please Note

When traveling in extremely remote regions, your Expedition Team must consider the sea, ice and weather to guide the route and itinerary details. The following sites are a sample of what you may experience on your expedition, whether by ship, Zodiac cruise, helicopter, or shore landing.

RATES INCLUDE

An official Quark Expeditions parka to keep
One 10- to 15-minute helicopter flightseeing excursion (weather and logistics permitting)
Leadership throughout the voyage by our experienced Expedition Team, including shore landings and other activities
All Zodiac transfers and cruising as per the daily program
All shore landings as per the daily program
Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeeping
All meals, snacks, soft drinks and juices on board throughout your voyage.
Complimentary select beer, wines and select cocktails during bar service hours and dinner
Complimentary coffee, tea and cocoa available around the clock
Formal and informal presentations by our Expedition Team and guest speakers as scheduled
A photographic journal documenting your expedition
A pair of waterproof expedition boots on loan for landings and Zodiac cruising excursions
Hair dryer and bathrobes in every cabin
Complimentary Wi-Fi service on one device permitting basic Internet browsing, email, posting on social media and voice applications. (Premium packages are available for more data-intensive applications.)
All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the program
All luggage handling aboard the ship

YOUR CHARTER FLIGHT & HOTEL PACKAGE INCLUDES

One night’s pre-expedition hotel accommodation in Buenos Aires with breakfast (Note: The number of guests per room is the same as cabin occupancy on the ship. Due to limited availability, travelers who reserve a suite on board are accommodated in standard rooms at the hotel. Triple rooms may not be available.)
Group flight departing from Buenos Aires’ domestic airport (Aeroparque/AEP) to Ushuaia, and returning to Buenos Aires’ international airport (Ezeiza/EZE)
Group transfer from hotel to airport in Buenos Aires
Group transfer from Ushuaia airport to the ship, and return (Note: Transfer on arrival in Buenos Aires from airport to hotel at the beginning of the journey is not included. Please make your way to the included hotel.)

Charter Flight & Hotel Package
International airfare
Passport and applicable visa expenses
Government arrival and departure taxes not mentioned
Meals unless otherwise specified
Baggage, cancellation, interruption and medical travel insurance—strongly recommended
Excess-baggage fees on international and domestic flights
Mandatory waterproof pants for Zodiac landing and cruising excursions, or any other gear not mentioned
Laundry, spa services and other personal charges, unless specified
Phone charges may vary by location
Our basic complimentary Wi-Fi service does not include Premium packages which enable more data-intensive applications
Voluntary gratuity at the end of the voyage for expedition staff and shipboard crew
Additional overnight accommodation
Arrival and departure transfers, except where explicitly stated
Adventure Options not listed in Included Activities.

Ship

Ultramarine

Quark Expeditions

State-of-the-art polar expedition ship with two twin-engine helicopters and 20 Zodiacs

Passengers199

Tonnage13,500 GT

Built2021

Ice Class1A+, PC6

Decks8

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Onboard Facilities

Live Position

Booking & Cancellation Policies

Third Person Policy

When the discount on the boat ticket (excluding flight+hotel packages) is less than 20% (i.e., 0%–19%), a 20% discount applies to the third person.

Single Supplement

Default rate: 0× Suite: 0× Inside: 0× Balcony: 0× Ocean View: 0×

Cancellation Policy

210+ days before departure: 0% penalty 150–209 days before departure: 25% penalty 120–149 days before departure: 75% penalty 0–119 days before departure: 100% penalty Within (and including) 15 days after the date the Booking Confirmation is issued (where the booking is confirmed more than 180 days prior to Day 1 of the Expedition) ，Free cancellation save for any non-refundable items identified to you in these T&Cs or set out in the Booking Confirmation。From (and including) 16 days after the date the Booking Confirmation is issued up to (and including) 120 days prior to Day 1 of the Expedition ，5% of the total booking amount as specified in the Booking Confirmation or (as applicable) the New Booking Confirmation。119 to 90 days prior to Day 1 of the Expedition ，75% of the total booking amount as specified in the Booking Confirmation or (as applicable) the New Booking Confirmation。89 or less prior to Day 1 of the Expedition (including any cancellation after the Expedition has started)，100% of the total booking amount as specified in the Booking Confirmation or (as applicable) the New Booking Confirmation。 Name change fee: $500 USD

Gratuities

The below suggestions are per each guest: Our suggested amount for HOTEL TEAM is $15 $20 per guest per day (or $105-$140) per guest for this7-days expedition) Our suggested amount for EXPEDITION TEAM is entirely up to your own discretion.

Insurance Requirements

Comprehensive travel insurance with minimum USD 200,000 medical evacuation coverage is mandatory. Must be in place before final payment and cover the full voyage dates. Proof required at boarding.

Wi-Fi & Communications

Satellite Wi-Fi available for purchase. Packages from USD 99/voyage.

Your booking is made with Gvoya — the terms shown above are the Gvoya platform terms applied to this voyage. Full details: Booking Terms·Cancellation Policy