Included
One night’s hotel accommodation in embarkation city; transfer from airport in embarkation city to group hotel if arriving on Day 1 of itinerary and with confirmed air itinerary at least 15 days prior to departure; transfer from group hotel to ship for embarkation; group transfer from ship to airport, hotel in Ushuaia or central location following disembarkation; shipboard accommodations; all scheduled landings & excursions; Citizen Science program participation; all meals on board; coffee, tea and cocoa 24 hours daily; beer, wine, and soft drinks during lunch and dinner; complimentary in-room minibar, refilled once daily with non-alcoholic beverages; expedition jacket (yours to keep); a pair of boots for use during the voyage; WiFi from the public computers in the library; 500 MB WiFi card (for use on your personal devices); daily international news service; all port fees; all landing fees; digital Voyage Log; photography coach.
Exclusions
Any airfare or travel expenses associated with arrival to departure city; transfer from airport to group hotel, unless arriving on Day 1 of the itinerary; pre- or post-voyage expenses in departure city; travel insurance and insurance of any kind; laundry and personal expenses incurred on board; premium alcohol and any alcohol not mentioned in Inclusions; onboard communication charges such as outgoing phone calls, WiFi from personal devices in excess of the 500 MB provided; optional activities; staff gratuities.
Payment & Cancellation
In order to confirm this trip, a deposit of 20% of the total trip cost is required per person at time of booking. The balance of the trip price is due 120 days before the departure date. Special holiday payment and cancellation terms may apply. Guests who must cancel their trip for any reason must do so in writing. Standard cancellations are subject to the following per-person fees, based on number of days prior to departure:
Up to 180 days – $1,250 cancellation fee
179 to 121 days – 100% of deposit
120 to 0 days – 100% of total trip cost
Terms & Conditions
This trip is subject to AdventureSmith Explorations Terms and Conditions. Please read this information carefully and call us if you have any questions. A Traveler Information Form, which includes a release of liability, must be completed and signed by all travelers. Your Adventure Specialist will send you a unique link to complete this form along with a packing list and extensive pre-departure and travel insurance information upon booking confirmation.
Arrival & Departure
The 23-day Ultimate New Year’s: Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctic Circle voyage begins and ends in Ushuaia, Argentina (USH). Plan flights to arrive to Ushuaia any time on Day 1 of the itinerary. The estimated disembarkation time from the vessel is 8:00am on the final day of the itinerary. We recommend booking your return flight as late in the day as possible, avoiding any flights departing before 12:00pm Noon, in case of unintended delays due to weather or sea conditions. If you would like assistance with international flights, please visit our Booking Flights resource page.
Activities
Various optional activities may be available on your Antarctic Latitudes, Falklands & South Georgia from Ushuaia voyage. Per-person prices: immersive kayaking $1195 (2026-27 season); photography and citizen science activities included. Contact AdventureSmith for more details and to reserve your spot on these adventure activities. A non-refundable deposit of 20% of the activity fee is required per person at time of booking.
Discover kayaking one-time paddling excursions are available for$350 (2026-27 season), for those who want something less in-depth than the immersive kayaking program; no experience is necessary. Each departure’s discover kayaking excursion may be pre-booked or booked on the ship. Please contact AdventureSmith to reserve activity space with your booking.
For either kayaking program, the minimum required age is 14 and all kayakers under 18 must be accompanied by an adult; weight limit is 260 pounds per person.
Room Configuration
Single travelers (18+ only) wishing to book a double-occupancy cabin may do so at 1.7x the per-person listed rate in select cabins upon availability. Solo travelers willing to share can reserve a triple or twin-shared cabin, where you will be matched with a person of the same gender. If the other cabin berth goes unsold, you will be guaranteed the double rate.
Families & Children
Children must be at least 12 years of age to participate in an Antarctic Peninsula voyage. However, on a case-by-case basis, children ages 7-11 may be accepted with additional screening prior to booking. Children under 18 years old must room with a responsible adult who is designated as the lead passenger on the booking.
Travel Insurance
Medical insurance and emergency medical evacuation insurance is mandatory for this trip, with a minimum recommended coverage of $150,000 USD per person. This plan must cover personal injury, medical expenses, repatriation expenses, evacuation expenses and pre-existing medical conditions. Trip cancellation insurance is optional but highly recommended. Our partners at Travelex Insurance offer a variety of plans and policies to fit every trip and budget. For best value and coverage for pre-existing medical conditions, consider purchasing a policy at time of booking. Learn more about travel insurance or get a free quote.
Itinerary Notes
Read this itinerary as a guide only; the exact route and program varies according to ice, weather conditions, wildlife encountered and the captain’s discretion. Flexibility is the key to the success of any Antarctica expedition. Visits to research stations depend on final permission.
