South America and Antarctica | Expedition Cruising
South America's landscapes in the Galapagos Islands are evocative collages of colour, culture, beauty and history. Travelling by water allows passengers a closer look at the fascinating wildlife and diverse ecosystems. Additionally, get up close to the unparalleled glacial scenery of Antarctica on a luxury cruise.
Spectacular Antarctica
Glorious Galapagos Islands
See the local fauna
Destinations
Antarctica
Experience the wonders of Antarctica during a range of shore landings and Zodiac excursions tailored to the conditions and the wildlife. Experience some of the most unique wildlife viewing in the world as you're taken to visit gentoo, chinstrap and Adelie penguin rookeries. You're also likely to encounter Weddell, crabeater, leopard and Antarctic fur seals, as well as orca, and whales.
Galapagos Islands
Sail through the Galapagos Islands on luxury catamaran, the MC Elite in 2023 and La Pinta in 2024. Journey along rugged coastlines and spot rare wildlife on this 4 night cruise. Learn from naturalists about this unique ecosystem and the programs in place to rehabilitate the marine life.
South America Cruises
Santiago → Guayaquil
Santiago → Guayaquil
A Day on Board
Morning
Wake to spectacular Antarctic views from your stateroom or suite and enjoy breakfast in bed, at La Licorne gastronomic restaurant or at La Boussole grill restaurant. Your mornings on the White Continent will be rich in adventure; enjoy Zodiac cruises through Antarctica’s serene bays, and marvel at awesome ice formations up close. You may also visit seal colonies and view other polar wildlife from the water - be sure to keep an eye out for orca, humpback and minke whales.
Midday
Enjoy lunch on board Le Boreal at the gastronomic restaurant, or for more casual dining, head to the grill restaurant or opt to order room service in your stateroom or suite. All beverages enjoyed aboard Le Boreal are included in your cruise. If you’d like to indulge in some pampering, book a massage or treatment at the spa, relax by the outdoor heated pool or enjoy an afternoon tipple in the panoramic lounge. For those looking to build up a sweat, your luxury ship Le Boreal also features a fitness centre and hammam.
Afternoon
Every day spent in Antarctica will be uniquely calibrated, with your captain chartering a course based on the most exciting sights and the most favourable ice and weather conditions. In the afternoon, head ashore on Le Boreal’s Zodiacs to visit penguin rookeries and be spellbound by the playful antics of Antarctica’s most lovable residents. You may also enjoy an excursion to Deception Island, an active volcano and once home to a whaling station. And a stop at the Port Lockroy scientific base allows you to send a postcard with a rare Antarctic stamp.
Evening
Relive the day’s unforgettable adventures on board while enjoying pre-dinner drinks in one of the ship’s two lounges. You may also relax at Le Boreal’s spa, in the hammam or at the ship’s heated pool. Dinner can be enjoyed at the ship’s fine dining gastronomic restaurant, at the more casual grill restaurant or from the comfort of your stateroom – 24 hour room service is available and included throughout your cruise. In Le Boreal’s theatre, learn about the adventures ahead during informative, interactive and entertaining presentations on the wildlife, history and geology of Antarctica, delivered by your expert Expedition Team.
Best-in-Class Fleet
Le Boreal
La Pinta
MC Elite
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Land Journeys
South America
