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A humpback whale goes for a dive at sunset to the delight of the people exploring by zodiac, Antarctica.
Guests explore by zodiac and watch Adelie Penguins on iceberg at D'Urnville Monument, Joinville Island, Antarctica
Crabeater Seals on the pack ice in the Bellingshausen Sea, Antarctica
National Geographic Endurance dwarfed by Icebergs approaching Peter 1 Island, BellingsHausen Sea, Antarctica
Adult Adelie penguin leaping into the sea to forage in Danger Islands, Weddell Sea, Antarctica.
A humpback whale goes for a dive at sunset to the delight of the people exploring by zodiac, Antarctica.
ExpeditionsQuest for the Antarctic Circle

Quest for the Antarctic Circle

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Experience an in-depth exploration of the Antarctic Peninsula with the pioneers of Antarctic cruising, featuring nine days on the continent—our longest, most comprehensive Antarctica experience available. This is the pinnacle of expeditionary travel as we push further south into rarely visited territory in pursuit of the Antarctic Circle. National Geographic Endurance, your home base for the adventure, is purpose-built to offer unprecedented access to these rarified places, and our diverse team of experts will ensure we maximize our time in the region. Along the way, Zodiac cruise around enormous icebergs, watch for whales off the bow, kayak in tranquility, and hike onshore. Choose an active agenda or surrender to the pleasures of relaxing downtime and shipboard camaraderie. Plus, get top shots with the help of a National Geographic Photography Expert. 

Highlights

Guests visit with the crew on the bridge of the ship National Geographic Endurance/Resolution.
  • Experience a once-in-a-lifetime occasion as we draw on 55 years of expedition heritage and venture ever south, as conditions allow, in hopes of crossing the imaginary line at 66°33′ south latitude, and celebrate with a group toast

  • Sail aboard the state-of-the-art National Geographic Endurance, a top-tier ice class vessel (PC5 Category A) with safety technologies that far exceed industry requirements

  • Explore the last great wilderness in the company of a team of veteran naturalists and take epic photographs with the help of a National Geographic Photography Expert on board every departure

  • Watch whales off the bow; glide around enormous icebergs in Zodiacs; explore on shore; and kayak near porpoising gentoo, Adelie, and chinstrap penguins

  • Discover the unexpectedly dazzling undersea with a dedicated undersea specialist

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duration
16 Days
starts at
Buenos Aires, Argentina
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Buenos Aires, Argentina
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From

$20,151

/ per person

Was $22,390Save $2,239

duration
16 Days
starts at
Buenos Aires, Argentina
ends at
Buenos Aires, Argentina

From

$20,151

/ per person

Was $22,390Save $2,239

duration
16 Days
starts at
Buenos Aires, Argentina
ends at
Buenos Aires, Argentina
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Itinerary

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Starts atBuenos Aires, Argentina
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Day 1

Buenos Aires, Argentina

Arrive in Buenos Aires, the cosmopolitan capital of Argentina, or Santiago, Chile's mountainous capital.

Transfer from the airport to the Alvear Icon, or similar (National Geographic Endurance).

Or transfer to the Ritz-Carlton, Santiago, or similar (National Geographic Resolution).

Arrival Time: Arrive before 11:30 a.m. local time. 
Arrival City: Buenos Aires, Argentina

Day 1

Buenos Aires, Argentina

Arrive in Buenos Aires, the cosmopolitan capital of Argentina, or Santiago, Chile's mountainous capital.

Transfer from the airport to the Alvear Icon, or similar (National Geographic Endurance).

Or transfer to the Ritz-Carlton, Santiago, or similar (National Geographic Resolution).

Arrival Time: Arrive before 11:30 a.m. local time. 
Arrival City: Buenos Aires, Argentina

Day 2

Fly to Ushuaia, Argentina / Embark Ship

Fly to Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world. Enjoy lunch on a catamaran cruise of the Beagle Channel. Embark the National Geographic Endurance.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 2

Fly to Ushuaia, Argentina / Embark Ship

Fly to Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world. Enjoy lunch on a catamaran cruise of the Beagle Channel. Embark the National Geographic Endurance.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Days 3-4

At Sea Crossing the Drake Passage

This 500-mile-wide strait between South America and the Antarctic Peninsula is one of the most famous bodies of water in the world. Sometimes ferocious, sometimes flat calm, the Drake is always a fascinating place in its own right. This part of your journey is the best opportunity to see gorgeous seabirds like the wandering albatross, and you might be lucky enough to encounter killer whales or rare species of dolphins. This is also a day to get to know the ship and prepare for your adventures ahead. Visit the Bridge (a great place to spot wildlife), have a relaxing massage, attend a talk about the biology of the penguins you’ll soon be seeing or settle into a comfy chair in the observation lounge looking out over the waves and reflect on the incredible history of this fabled passage. If it does get a little rough, just take a couple of nice naps; you'll be in Antarctica before you know it.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Days 3-4

At Sea Crossing the Drake Passage

This 500-mile-wide strait between South America and the Antarctic Peninsula is one of the most famous bodies of water in the world. Sometimes ferocious, sometimes flat calm, the Drake is always a fascinating place in its own right. This part of your journey is the best opportunity to see gorgeous seabirds like the wandering albatross, and you might be lucky enough to encounter killer whales or rare species of dolphins. This is also a day to get to know the ship and prepare for your adventures ahead. Visit the Bridge (a great place to spot wildlife), have a relaxing massage, attend a talk about the biology of the penguins you’ll soon be seeing or settle into a comfy chair in the observation lounge looking out over the waves and reflect on the incredible history of this fabled passage. If it does get a little rough, just take a couple of nice naps; you'll be in Antarctica before you know it.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Days 5-13

Deep Exploration Towards the Antarctica Circle

With long hours of daylight at this time of year and nine days on the Continent, you'll experience more as you sail in the wake of history’s boldest explorers on a quest to cross the legendary Antarctic Circle. Your schedule is flexible, and the state-of-the-art ship you'll be sailing on allows you to get deeper and go further to explore the unexpected—whether it's watching whales at play off the bow of the ship, walking amid thousands of Adélie and gentoo penguins, enjoying an evening Zodiac cruise under the spectacular midnight sun or even discovering a new uncharted cove. While wildlife is magnificent, ice defines the Antarctic. You’ll get to know ice up close and personal, from icebergs the size of islands, bergy bits and near-vertical glaciers to the fragile, nearly invisible layers that have just begun to freeze.

One day, you might set out by kayak to encounter towering icebergs at water level or embark on a Zodiac excursion in search of seals and blue-eyed shags. The next, you might experience the thrill of the ship crunching through pack ice. No matter where you go in Antarctica, you're surrounded by opportunities to capture uniquely beautiful images. Along the way, your expert expedition team will enrich your experiences and the vessel's Icemaster Captain will navigate you safely through these icy waters.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Days 5-13

Deep Exploration Towards the Antarctica Circle

With long hours of daylight at this time of year and nine days on the Continent, you'll experience more as you sail in the wake of history’s boldest explorers on a quest to cross the legendary Antarctic Circle. Your schedule is flexible, and the state-of-the-art ship you'll be sailing on allows you to get deeper and go further to explore the unexpected—whether it's watching whales at play off the bow of the ship, walking amid thousands of Adélie and gentoo penguins, enjoying an evening Zodiac cruise under the spectacular midnight sun or even discovering a new uncharted cove. While wildlife is magnificent, ice defines the Antarctic. You’ll get to know ice up close and personal, from icebergs the size of islands, bergy bits and near-vertical glaciers to the fragile, nearly invisible layers that have just begun to freeze.

One day, you might set out by kayak to encounter towering icebergs at water level or embark on a Zodiac excursion in search of seals and blue-eyed shags. The next, you might experience the thrill of the ship crunching through pack ice. No matter where you go in Antarctica, you're surrounded by opportunities to capture uniquely beautiful images. Along the way, your expert expedition team will enrich your experiences and the vessel's Icemaster Captain will navigate you safely through these icy waters.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Days 14-15

At Sea 

Enjoy the ship’s amenities as the coast of Antarctica disappears from view. Round the southernmost tip of South America and see the meeting of the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Take some time to go through your photos. Send a message home to friends and family saying: “Don’t want this to end!” And celebrate your voyage at a farewell dinner on board.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Days 14-15

At Sea 

Enjoy the ship’s amenities as the coast of Antarctica disappears from view. Round the southernmost tip of South America and see the meeting of the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Take some time to go through your photos. Send a message home to friends and family saying: “Don’t want this to end!” And celebrate your voyage at a farewell dinner on board.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 16

Ushuaia / Disembark Ship / Buenos Aires  

Disembark in Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world. Fly to Buenos Aires and connect with your overnight flight home.

Departure Time: Depart after 9:00 p.m. local time. 
Departure City: Buenos Aires, Argentina 

Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 16

Ushuaia / Disembark Ship / Buenos Aires  

Disembark in Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world. Fly to Buenos Aires and connect with your overnight flight home.

Departure Time: Depart after 9:00 p.m. local time. 
Departure City: Buenos Aires, Argentina 

Meals Included: Breakfast

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    GUESTS 138

    CABINS 76

    DECKS 6

    The second of two new polar builds, the National Geographic Resolution is named to honor the second voyage of the legendary Captain James Cook.

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    GUESTS 138

    CABINS 76

    DECKS 6

    The most advanced ice-class expedition ship afloat, offering unprecedented access to polar regions.

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