Buenos Aires, Argentina

Arrive in Buenos Aires and settle in for an overnight stay, meeting fellow travellers and your host ahead of tomorrow's embarkation.

Buenos Aires to Ushuaia, Argentina

Fly south to Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world, and board Scenic Eclipse in the shadow of the Tierra del Fuego mountains.

Crossing the Drake Passage

Sail south across the Drake Passage, joining the Discovery Team for briefings and lectures preparing you for Antarctica ahead.

Antarctica

Arrive in Antarctic waters and begin Zodiac landings among the South Shetland Islands, home to penguin colonies and seal haul-outs.

Antarctica

Continue exploring the Antarctic Peninsula by Zodiac and kayak, navigating narrow channels between towering icebergs and glacial cliffs.

Antarctica

Venture further south, with opportunities to dive in the Scenic Neptune submersible or take a helicopter flight over the ice, conditions permitting.

Antarctica

Discover the Gerlache Strait and Neumayer Channel, watching for humpback and minke whales surfacing alongside the ship.

Antarctica

Land on the Antarctic continent itself, with the Discovery Team guiding walks among nesting penguin rookeries and historic research huts.

Antarctica

Continue Discovery excursions by Zodiac and paddleboard, with the polar plunge on offer for those wanting a true rite of passage.

Antarctica

Spend a final day exploring the White Continent before Scenic Eclipse turns north to begin the return crossing of the Drake Passage.

Crossing the Drake Passage

Sail north across the Drake Passage, joining recap sessions with the Discovery Team and enjoying the ship's dining and spa facilities.

At Sea to Ushuaia, Argentina

Continue the return crossing, arriving back into the shelter of the Beagle Channel and the port of Ushuaia.

Ushuaia to Buenos Aires, Argentina

Disembark in Ushuaia and fly back to Buenos Aires, where the voyage concludes with transfers arranged for onward or return travel home.

All on-board dining, from world-class restaurants to casual all-day options

Complimentary beverages, including a curated wine, beer and spirits selection

Included program of Zodiac and guided kayaking Discovery excursions

Expert Tour Director and a Discovery Team of up to 20 polar experts

Access to the 550sqm Senses Spa, gym, yoga and Pilates studio and Vitality pools

Complimentary Scenic Eclipse parka, water bottle and use of polar boots

Internal flights between Buenos Aires and Ushuaia, and return airport transfers

Tipping and gratuities