Antarctica

Best of the Southern Ocean

Name: Best of the Southern Ocean
Brand: Poseidon Expeditions
Price: 16046 USD
Availability: InStock

Welcome to Ushuaia, the world’s southernmost city and starting point of our Antarctic expedition! Upon your arrival at the airport, you will be greeted by our staff and transferred to a quality hotel, which has been arranged by us and is included in the price of the itinerary. For the rest of the day, you are free to explore this vibrant port city and adventure hub.

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OCT23

M/v Sea Spirit · 2026

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M/v Sea Spirit · 2027

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Destinations

Antarctica Falkland Islands South Georgia Argentina South America Patagonia

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English

Antarctica

Best of the Southern Ocean

Choose your departure

2 departures

OCT23

M/v Sea Spirit · 2026

From $16,046

OCT23

M/v Sea Spirit · 2027

From $16,486

From$16,195per personSign in to see your member priceTaxes includedReferral Program — $250 Cruise Credit+4Starting tier sold outAI PickActive promotion on this Poseidon Expeditions departure to antarcticaAI Pick19-day Poseidon Expeditions voyage

Route Map

Gallery

28 photos

+19

Voyage Overview

Highlight

Photography, Sea Kayaking, Included Activities

Destinations

Antarctica Falkland Islands South Georgia Argentina South America Patagonia

Language Services

English

Please Note

Important: Itinerary, landings and all other activities during the cruise depend strongly on ice and weather conditions and are subject to the decisions of the Expedition Leader and the Captain of the vessel. Encounters with any mentioned wildlife cannot be guaranteed.

Welcome to Ushuaia! We’ll meet you at the airport and provide a group transfer to the hotel on the day before embarkation.
1 pre-voyage night at the Arakur Ushuaia Resort & Spa Hotel, where you can relax in a warm jacuzzi with stunning views.
All-inclusive beverage package that includes soft drinks, house wine and beer, and house spirits.
Seamless group transfer to the ship for embarkation on Day 2.
Cozy accommodation aboard the elegant Sea Spirit, your home away from home.
Delicious gourmet meals crafted by our chef throughout your voyage.
All IAATO fees, governmental taxes, and port fees are included for a worry-free experience.
24-hour tea and coffee station, complete with cookies for a quick energy boost.
Scheduled landings and excursions (weather permitting) to explore breathtaking landscapes.
Expert leadership from our experienced Expedition Leader and top-notch Expedition Team.
A stylish branded Poseidon Expeditions parka to take home as a cherished memento.
Comfortable rubber boots for shore landings during your cruise.
Group transfer to the airport or central location right after disembarkation.
Comprehensive pre-departure materials to prepare you for your adventure.
A Digital Voyage Log with photos and a memorable video from our expedition photographer.
Wi-Fi on board to stay connected during your journey.

Visa fees (if applicable)
Airfare to the port of embarkation.
Personal expenses, such as laundry services and telephone calls.
Mandatory Emergency Evacuation Insurance with a minimum coverage of US$ 200,000 per person.
Gratuities for staff.
Kayaking.

Ship

M/v Sea Spirit

Poseidon Expeditions

Sea Spirit is a small, intimate expedition vessel purpose-built for polar cruising. With Rolls-Royce Zero Speed Stabilizers and an ice-strengthened hull, she navigates the protected bays and channels of Antarctica and the Arctic that larger ships cannot reach. Small ship, big advantage • Just 114 guests — every passenger ashore at the same time, no wasted hours waiting for shore-rotation slots • Ice-strengthened hull plus Rolls-Royce Zero Speed Stabilizers for comfort in the Drake Passage • Highly maneuverable in narrow fjords and small bays larger ships can't reach • 10 Zodiacs ready for daily landings and wildlife cruising • Open-bridge policy — visit the captain when conditions allow • Pre-voyage hotel night, all-inclusive beverages, branded parka, IAATO/AECO membership

Passengers114

Tonnage4,200 GT

Built1991

Ice Class1B (Ice Class B)

Decks5

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Booking & Cancellation Policies

Third Person Policy

If you bring a child under 12 years old as the third passenger in the same cabin, you can enjoy an exclusive special rate of only $275 per night.

Single Supplement

Default rate: 1.7× Suite: 2× Single accommodation in Main Deck Suite, Classic Suite and Superior Suite: 1.7x the shared rate; Single accommodation in Deluxe Suite, Premium Suite and Owner’s Suite: 2x the shared rate. Triple-share accommodations are restricted to either individual travellers of the same gender or parties of three.

Cancellation Policy

121+ days before departure: 20% penalty 0–120 days before departure: 100% penalty Deposit transfer from one departure to another for the same passenger can be made not less than 120 days before the departure at a fee of USD 100 per person, based on availability. Name change fee: $100 USD

Gratuities

Regions: Antarctic Arctic Mandatory: false Recommended: USD 24 per person per day Payment Methods: cash onboard account

Insurance Requirements

Polar Cruises: Mandatory medical, evacuation and repatriation coverage of minimum USD 200,000 per person Non Polar Cruises: Minimum USD 100,000 per person Cancellation Insurance: Recommended but not mandatory

Wi-Fi & Communications

Wi-Fi included onboard (per official itinerary inclusions)

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

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Day-by-Day Itinerary

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Day 1 (Oct 23): Arrival in Ushuaia, Argentina (hotel night)

Day 2 (Oct 24): Welcome Aboard!

Day 3 (Oct 25): At sea

Day 4-5 (Oct 26-27): Falkland Islands

At Sea

Day 6-7 (Oct 28-29): Southern Ocean

At Sea

Day 8-14 (Oct 30 - Nov 5): South Georgia Island

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At Sea

At Sea

At Sea

At Sea

At Sea

Day 15-16 (Nov 6- 7): Back to the Falkland Islands

At Sea

Day 17 (Nov 8): Falkland Islands

Day 18 (Nov 9): Southern Ocean

Day 19 (Nov 10): Disembarkation in Ushuaia, Argentina

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M/v Sea Spirit

Deck Plans

Onboard Facilities

Live Position

Optional Extras

Photography

Included Activities

Sea Kayaking

Current Offers

Referral Program — $250 Cruise Credit

Traveling Solo, Never Alone

3% Back-to-Back Cruise Discount

Children's Special Rate — $275 / Night

5% Pay-in-Full Discount

Booking & Cancellation Policies

Third Person Policy

Single Supplement

Cancellation Policy

Gratuities

Insurance Requirements

Wi-Fi & Communications

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Single Suite

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