Cruise Scott & Shackleton’s Antarctic – Ross Sea Expedition
Cruise Scott & Shackleton’s Antarctic – Ross Sea Expedition
Description
Embark on an extraordinary adventure to the seldom visited Ross Sea from New Zealand, and walk in the footsteps of legendary polar explorers on this exciting expedition.
Sailing from Dunedin in New Zealand on board Le Soléal, start in Campbell Island, part of New Zealand’s Subantarctic Islands, and discover the island’s spectacular endemic flora and fauna, including six species of albatross.
Whilst you enjoy some time at sea and take advantage of talks and lectures on board by your team of expedition guides, be prepared to reach the Ross Sea, the Southernmost sea on Earth.
Alongside your expedition team, you will have the privilege of exploring this fascinating region and learn all about its history and natural environment, all in one of the most pristine, spectacular settings. Observe the largest Adelie penguin rookeries in the world, sail pass gigantic icebergs and thundering glaciers during a Zodiac® excursion, or spot Weddell Seals as they relax or hunt on icefloes.
You will have the chance to visit historic buildings including Sir Ernest Shackleton’s hut at Cape Royds, and reflect on the heroic polar journeys of some of the world’s most intrepid polar explorers.
On your way back to New Zealand, enjoy some time on Australia’s Macquarie Island, and its impressive colony of king penguins, as well as the Snares and their unique wildlife sanctuaries, before disembarking in Dunedin. A truly memorable adventure not many have the chance to experience!
Highlights
• Visit the most pristine piece of ocean left on earth.
• Follow in the footsteps of the heroic age of Antarctic exploration.
• Possibility of viewing the historic huts of Scott, Shackleton & Borchgrevink.
• The opportunity to see nine of the world’s penguin species.
• The Snares Island alone boasts more nesting seabirds than the entire realm of the British Isles.
• Populations of Fur Seals, Southern Elephant Seals, Weddell Seals, Crabeater Seals and New Zealand Sea Lions.
• Landscapes on a breath-taking scale.
• Gain an insight into the History and the diversity of flora and fauna from your expert expedition team.Ship: Le Soleal
Vessel Type: Luxury Small Ship
Length: 142 metres
Passenger Capacity: 264
Built: 2013
Sailing under the French flag, this magnificent yacht of only 132 staterooms and suites, with balconies, joined in 2013. You will be enchanted by the contemporary decor inspired by the luxury yachting world, with fluid lines and a modern colour scheme combining natural wood with shades of grey and white.
A refined ambience is enhanced by the quality of the workmanship and materials: white Corian counters in the lobby contrast with the warmth of leather to recall a boat's hull, while the central scuplture of enamelled pieces takes its inspiration from the sea. In the loungebar, the carpet picks up a tennis stripe theme symbolising a certain idea of cruising, one synonomous with French elegance and a chic seaside spirit.
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Departures
Depart: 1st January, 1970 - Return: 1st January, 1970
Depart: 1st January, 1970 - Return: 1st January, 1970
Depart: 1st January, 1970 - Return: 1st January, 1970
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