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Antarctic Adventures Aboard The Hebridean Sky & Island Sky - Hidden Places Travel
SM AL L SH I P V OYAG ES I N C O M F O RT & S T Y L E   2019–2020 SEASON

Antarctic Adventures
    Aboard The Hebridean Sky & Island Sky
Antarctic Adventures Aboard The Hebridean Sky & Island Sky - Hidden Places Travel
CONTENTS
      OUR SHIPS .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 4

      ACCOMMODATIONS .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 6

      ITINERARIES . .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 12

      ADVENTURE OPTIONS .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 26

      CITIZEN SCIENCE .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 28

      RATES & DATES .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 30

      DECK PLANS .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 31

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Dear Traveler,

Over the years I have had many conversations with colleagues
about how to combine the best elements of polar travel, and
in 2010 a group of like-minded polar professionals and I took
these conversations a step further, and set out to create a new
kind of company.

We decided early on that our mission would be to provide
Antarctic travelers with “best in class” experiences. To that
end we sought out the best guides, naturalists, and expedition
crew members we had worked with over the years, and began
persuading them to join us. At the same time we began
an intensive search for the best possible vessel. There are
many ways to encounter the Antarctic: From the deck of a
small expeditionary ship, in a Zodiac or a kayak, or camping
overnight along the shore. Our goal was to acquire a ship
that would act as a platform for these experiences without
sacrificing the comfort and ease that you would enjoy at a fine
boutique hotel.

I’m thrilled to say that Polar Latitudes has become the company
we envisioned. Our vessels, the Hebridean Sky & Island Sky
boast a level of comfort and safety unmatched in polar waters.
Our world-class team has developed programs for both first-
time visitors and those returning for a deeper exploration, and
our onboard staff stands ready to fulfill their mission, to create
and lead superior polar expedition cruises with a focus on you,
our guest.

On the following pages you’ll find the particulars of what makes
Polar Latitudes’ voyages unique. I hope they will inspire you
to join us. Our partners will be happy to provide you with
further details.

Sincerely,

John McKeon
President | Polar Latitudes

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Our Sister Ships
Sailing in Comfort, Style & Safety aboard
the Island Sky & Hebridean Sky
Island Sky and Hebridean Sky are truly sisters. Built in the same Italian Shipyard,
both boast spacious, well-appointed suites, stylish common areas, and redundant
core technology that allows them to operate smoothly, even under the most
challenging of conditions.

Like most sisters, they each have distinct personalities and individual flair, but the
strong bone structure and good breeding that they share are unmistakable.

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OUR SHIPS 

Impeccable Small
Ship Amenities

                                                            Lounge: Hebridean Sky

SERVICES

• World-Class Cuisine
• Complimentary Wine or Beer with Dinner
• Live Entertainment
• Complimentary Coffee/Tea station
• Voyage Photo Coach
• On-board MD and Facilities
• Dedicated Passenger Service Manager
• Free, Optional Pre-Arrival Night
• Complimentary Expedition Jacket                           Library: Hebridean Sky

FACILITIES

• Elevator serving all passenger decks
• 100 minutes of WIFI Internet for your personal device
• Free Internet on computers in the Library
• Panoramic Top Deck Observation Platform
• Bar/Lounge with Live Entertainment
• Lounge with Audiovisual Facilities
• DVD Movie Library                                         Lido Deck: Island Sky

WORLD-CLASS CUISINE

Great expeditions require great food!
Our team of world-class chefs offer breakfast, lunch and
dinner menus that change daily. They have boat-loads
of creativity, so you are sure to experience a variety of
remarkable cuisine throughout your voyage.

                                                            Reception: Island Sky

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Hebridean Sky Accommodations

Owner's Suite
Two room suite with sitting room and bedroom.
385 sq. ft. (34 m²) including a 110 sq. ft. (10.2 m²) balcony

All Suites Feature                                              Owner’s, Penthouse & Veranda Suites include
                                                                all Standard Features Plus
• Exterior views
                                                                • En suite Champagne & Chocolates on arrival
• Nearly all suites can be configured with your
  choice of one queen or two twin beds.                         • Complimentary mini-bar (beer, wine & soft drinks)
• Sitting area with sofa and/or side chairs                     • En suite Nespresso machine
• Flat Screen TV                                                Please Note: Veranda, Penthouse & Owner’s Suites include a
                                                                private balcony.
• Telephone
• En-suite temperature controls                                 Promenade & Deluxe Suites include all Standard
• Mini-Bar                                                      Features Plus

• Marble-appointed bathroom with fine toiletries                • En suite Champagne & Chocolates on arrival

• Hair dryer                                                    • Complimentary mini-bar (beer, wine & soft drinks)

• 225 sq. ft. or more                                           • En suite Nespresso machine available on Request

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Penthouse Suites                                               Veranda Suites
Suites with private balcony and sitting area                   Suites with private balcony and sitting area
325 sq. ft. (30 m²) including an 80 sq. ft. (7.4 m²) balcony   260 sq. ft. (24 m²) including a 40 sq. ft. (3.7 m²) balcony

Deluxe Suites                                                  Promenade Suites
Suites with forward and side windows and sitting area          Suites with window and sitting area
240 sq. ft. (22 m²)                                            220 sq. ft. (20.4 m²)

Window & Triple Suites                                         Porthole Suites
Suites with window and sitting area                            Suites with porthole and sitting area
225 sq. ft. (21 m²)                                            240 sq. ft. (22 m²)

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Island Sky Accommodations

Owner's Suite
Two room suite with sitting room and bedroom.
385 sq. ft. (34 m²) including a 110 sq. ft. (10.2 m²) balcony

All Suites Feature                                              Owner’s, Penthouse & Veranda Suites include
                                                                all Standard Features Plus
• Exterior views
                                                                • En suite Champagne & Chocolates on arrival
• Nearly all suites can be configured with your
  choice of one queen or two twin beds.                         • Complimentary mini-bar (beer, wine & soft drinks)
• Sitting area with sofa and/or side chairs                     • En suite Nespresso machine
• Flat Screen TV                                                Please Note: Veranda, Penthouse & Owner’s Suites include a
                                                                private balcony.
• Telephone
• En-suite temperature controls                                 Promenade & Deluxe Suites include all Standard
• Mini-Bar                                                      Features Plus

• Marble-appointed bathroom with fine toiletries                • Tinted Sliding Glass Door to bring Antarctica into
                                                                  your suite and give easy access to Promenade Deck
• Hair dryer
                                                                • En suite Champagne & Chocolates on arrival
• 225 sq. ft. or more
                                                                • Complimentary mini-bar (beer, wine & soft drinks)
                                                                • En suite Nespresso machine available on Request

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ACCOMMODATIONS 

Penthouse Suites                                                          Veranda Suites
Suites with private balcony and sitting area with side chairs and table   Suites with private balcony and sitting area with side chairs and table
325 sq. ft. (30 m2) including an 80 sq. ft. (7.4 m2) balcony              260 sq. ft. (24 m2) including a 40 sq. ft. (3.7 m2) balcony

Deluxe Suites                                                             Promenade Suites
Suites with tinted sliding glass door onto the Promenade deck and         Suites with tinted sliding glass door onto the Promenade deck and
side window, sitting area with sofa                                       sitting area with sofa
240 sq. ft. (22 m2)                                                       220 sq. ft. (20.4 m2)

Window & Triple Suites                                                    Porthole Suites
Suites with window and sitting area with sofa                             Suites with porthole and sitting area with sofa
225 sq. ft. (21 m2)                                                       235 sq. ft. (21.8 m2)

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                                      Hotel Partners In Ushuaia

               A member of the Leading Hotels of the World
             All of Polar Latitudes' Ushuaia departures begin with a complimentary stay at
            the Arakur Resort and Spa, and include a free, optional pre-arrival night to take
              the stress out of traveling (see itineraries for details). Located on a beautiful
              ridge inside Cerro Alarkén Nature Reserve, Arakur offers breathtaking views
                                         and sophisticated décor.

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                                                      A network of hiking trails begins at the hotel and
                                                      wends its way through beautiful forest, prairie
                                                      and mountain settings, while state of the art spa
                                                      & exercise facilities offer guests a plethora of
                                                      pleasant activities.

The Lobby Piano Bar features splendid views and
an assortment of tasty local treats to accompany
your cocktails. The Resort’s “La Cravia” restaurant
offers both Argentine and international cuisine.
Typical dinner entrees include Argentine
barbecue, spider crab, lamb and black hake.

                                                      In the morning enjoy a complimentary buffet
                                                      breakfast before your afternoon departure.
                                                      Relax at the resort, or head into Ushuaia for
                                                      some pre-embarkation shopping.

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Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctic Peninsula – 21 days
Puerto Madryn to Ushuaia

DEPARTURE                                                     Day 3-4, Southern Ocean:
• Nov 2 – Nov 22, 2019 HSK                                    Among the wildlife spotting opportunities as we sail
                                                              south are the albatrosses, prions, and petrels that
Complimentary Pre-Arrival Day:                                frequently follow the ship. Our Expedition Team will be
                                                              out on deck as well, looking for the whales and dolphins
Don’t sweat flight delays or missed connections               that may also be seen in the area. Our experts will begin
when you begin your adventure a day early by taking           the presentations with informative and entertaining talks
advantage of our optional free pre-arrival night in           on the wildlife, history, and geology of The Falkland
beautiful Puerto Madryn, one of Argentina's fastest           Islands and Southern Ocean. Helpful briefings on
growing cities and the gateway to the Peninsula Valdés.       environmental regulations and expedition safety will
                                                              also be held in the comfortable lounge.

Day 1, Puerto Madryn:
                                                              Day 5, West Falklands:
Located in the Patagonian province of Chubut, Puerto
Madryn is a popular resort destination for wildlife           The westernmost settled outposts in the Falklands are
excursions, and is known as the best place in Argentina       remote farms that have been family-owned for six and
to see Southern Right Whales. Take a whale watching           seven generations. The sheep graze alongside albatross
trip, watch for nesting cormorants and elephant seals,        colonies and rockhopper, king, and Magellanic penguin
or experience a walk through a colony of Magellanic           rookeries while striated caracaras patrol overhead and
penguins and myriad species of native seabirds. Our           upland geese graze at the water’s edge. A visit to one of
optional evening briefing is a great opportunity for you to   these homesteads often includes an invitation for cakes
ask questions and to meet some of your fellow travelers.      and a cup of tea.

Day 2, Embarkation:                                           Day 6, Stanley, East Falkland:

Arriving at the ship in the afternoon, you will be greeted    Chosen for its sheltered harbor and access to abundant
by our Expedition Team and ship’s officers at a safety        fresh water and peat for fuel, Stanley is easy to discover
and orientation briefing followed by the Captain’s            on foot as most shops and services are centered on
welcome dinner. Then, watch the city lights fade in the       the port. The museum, the post-office featuring first
fresh night air as we sail seaward.                           day covers, plenty of shops with locally made wool

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items and Stanley’s lively pubs will all be available. It
is possible to experience the wildlife of the Falklands
from the town including sea lions and Peale’s and
Commerson’s dolphins in the harbor or bird life in                      Day 15-18, Antarctic Peninsula and South
nearby Gypsy Cove.                                                      Shetland Islands:

                                                                        In the waterways of the Antarctic Peninsula, we will
Day 7-8, Southern Ocean:                                                hope to make as much time as possible to explore by
                                                                        inflatable Zodiac boats and marvel up close at nature’s
There will be plenty of wildlife spotting as we make our                glory. Our Expedition Leader and Captain will create a
way east across the Antarctic Convergence and officially                flexible itinerary based on weather, ice, and opportunity.
enter Antarctic waters. Shipboard presentations will                    The route will stress the most scenic bays and channels
continue featuring the exciting history and abundant                    of the Peninsula with stops at penguin rookeries, seal
wildlife of South Georgia.                                              wallows, bird colonies and whale feeding areas as well
                                                                        as sites of historic and scientific interest. The trip may
                                                                        include picturesque Neko Harbor, sheltered Paradise
Day 9-12, South Georgia:                                                Harbor, the Humpback Whale favored Wilhelmina
                                                                        Bay, the the wildlife-filled Errera Channel, the majestic
Its unique position inside the Antarctic Convergence
                                                                        Neumayer Channel, or the striking Antarctic Sound
yet outside the limit of the yearly sea ice makes this
                                                                        with its tabular icebergs. We may stop at an active
3,755 square kilometer island home to tens of millions
                                                                        scientific base such as Poland’s Arctowksi or Argentina’s
of breeding penguins, seals and seabirds. Magnificent
                                                                        Esperanza as well as an historic base such as U.K.’s
mountain scenery, glaciers galore, a rugged coastline
                                                                        Port Lockroy or the Nordenskjöld expedition remains
punctuated with castellate and tabular icebergs, a rich
                                                                        at Hope Bay. Adelie, Chinstrap and Gentoo Penguins
historical tapestry, and an astounding array of wildlife
                                                                        abound, and Weddell, Crabeater and Elephant Seals
are all available to us as we travel down South Georgia’s
                                                                        are often found hauled out to rest along with predatory
leeward coast. Landing sites feature huge elephant
                                                                        Leopard Seals and the irritable Antarctic Fur Seal.
seals, aggressive fur seals, macaroni penguins, albatross,
petrels, skuas, and gulls. King penguins from fuzzy little
chicks to fattened adults can be seen in the hundreds                   Day 19-20, Drake Passage:
of thousands. We will visit historic Grytviken whaling
station, home of the whaling museum, Norwegian                          We will continue our lecture series and wildlife spotting
seaman’s church, the active British Antarctic Survey                    as we sail back to Ushuaia and reflect on beautiful
station plus the tiny graveyard where the great Antarctic               Antarctica and its fragile future. We arrive at Ushuaia in
explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton is buried.                               the early hours of Day 21.

Day 13-14, Scotia Sea:                                                  Day 21, Ushuaia disembarkation:

Heading farther south, we continue our informative                      Morning disembarkation lets you catch a flight to
presentations and wildlife watch as the icebergs                        Buenos Aires or stay in Ushuaia for more sights
become more and more plentiful.                                         and adventure.

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Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctic Peninsula – 20 days
Ushuaia to Ushuaia

DEPARTURES                                               be greeted by our Expedition Team and the Ship’s
                                                         Officers. A concise safety and orientation briefing will be
• Jan 23 – Feb 11, 2020 ISK
                                                         followed by the Captain’s welcome dinner. After dinner,
• Feb 23 – Mar 13, 2020 ISK                              relax and take in the scenery on our early evening sail
                                                         through the Beagle Channel, past Magellanic Penguin,
                                                         Rock Cormorant, and Sea Lion colonies.
Complimentary Pre-Arrival Day:

Don’t sweat flight delays or missed connections          Day 3, Southern Ocean:
when you begin your adventure a day early by taking
advantage of our optional free pre-arrival night at      Among the wildlife spotting opportunities as we sail
the beautiful Arakur Hotel & Resort, a member of the     south, are the albatrosses, prions, and petrels that
Leading Hotels of the World. Enjoy the spa, wander the   frequently follow the ship. Our Expedition Team will be
trails, or unwind and soak in the surroundings.          out on deck as well, looking for the whales and dolphins
                                                         that can be seen in the area. Our experts will begin their
                                                         presentations with informative and entertaining talks
Day 1, Ushuaia:
                                                         on the wildlife, history, and geology of The Falkland
Today is all yours: explore some of the sights that      Islands and Southern Ocean. Helpful briefings on
Ushuaia has to offer, from museums to Argentinean        environmental regulations and expedition safety will
leather markets, or continue relaxing at the lovely      also be held in our comfortable lounge.
Arakur. Our optional evening briefing is a great
opportunity for you to ask questions and to meet some    Day 4, West Falklands:
of your fellow travelers.
                                                         The westernmost settled outposts in the Falklands are
                                                         remote farms that have been family-owned for six and
Day 2, Embarkation:
                                                         seven generations. The sheep graze alongside albatross
After a complimentary buffet breakfast, you’re free      colonies and Rockhopper, King, and Magellanic penguin
to explore Ushuaia or unwind at the resort until our     rookeries while striated caracaras patrol overhead and
mid-afternoon transfer to the ship. On board, you’ll     upland geese graze at the water's edge. A visit to one
                                                         of these homesteads often includes an invitation for
                                                         cakes and a cup of tea.

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Day 5, Stanley, East Falkland:

Chosen for its sheltered harbor and access to abundant
fresh water and peat for fuel, Stanley is easy to discover
on foot as most shops and services are centered on
the port. The museum, the post-office featuring first
day covers, plenty of shops with locally made wool
items, and Stanley's lively pubs will all be available. It
is possible to experience the wildlife of the Falklands
from the town including sea lions and Peale's and
Commerson's dolphins in the harbor or bird life in                      hope to make as much time as possible to explore by
nearby Gypsy Cove.                                                      inflatable Zodiac boats and marvel up close at nature’s
                                                                        glory. Our Expedition Leader and Captain will create a
                                                                        flexible itinerary based on weather, ice, and opportunity.
Day 6-7, Southern Ocean:                                                We will aim for the most scenic bays and channels of the
                                                                        Peninsula with stops at penguin rookeries, seal wallows,
There will be plenty of wildlife spotting as we make our                bird colonies and whale feeding areas, as well as sites of
way east across the Antarctic Convergence and officially                historic and scientific interest.
enter Antarctic waters. Shipboard presentations will
continue, featuring the exciting history and abundant                   The trip may include picturesque Neko Harbor,
wildlife of South Georgia.                                              sheltered Paradise Harbor, the Humpback Whale
                                                                        favored Wilhelmina Bay, the striking Lemaire Channel,
                                                                        the wildlife-filled Penola Channel, or the majestic
Day 8-11, South Georgia:
                                                                        Neumayer Channel. We may stop at an active scientific
Its unique position inside the Antarctic Convergence                    base such as Poland’s Arctowksi or Ukraine’s Vernadskiy
yet outside the limit of the yearly sea ice, makes this                 as well as a historic base such as U.K.’s Port Lockroy or
3,755 square kilometer island home to tens of millions                  Wordie House.
of breeding penguins, seals and seabirds. Magnificent
                                                                        Adelie, Chinstrap and Gentoo Penguins abound, and
mountain scenery, glaciers galore, a rugged coastline
                                                                        Weddell, Crabeater and Elephant Seals are often
punctuated with castellate and tabular icebergs, a rich
                                                                        found hauled out to rest along with predatory Leopard
historical tapestry, and an astounding array of wildlife
                                                                        Seals and the assertive Antarctic Fur Seal. Minke and
are all available to us as we travel down South Georgia's
                                                                        Humpback Whales are frequent visitors in the late
leeward coast.
                                                                        season and Orca sightings are also common.
Landing sites feature huge Elephant seals, aggressive
Fur seals, Gentoo penguins, albatross, petrels, skuas,                  Day 18-19, Drake Passage:
and gulls. King penguins from fuzzy little chicks
to fattened adults can be seen in the hundreds of                       As we leave this magical place and make our way north,
thousands. We will visit historic Grytviken whaling                     heading again across the Antarctic Convergence and
station, home of the whaling museum, Norwegian                          the Drake Passage, we will continue our presentation
seaman's church, the active British Antarctic Survey                    series and wildlife spotting. Sailing back to Ushuaia
station plus the tiny graveyard where the great Antarctic               through the Beagle Channel, we celebrate the
explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton is buried.                               conclusion of our expedition with a special slideshow.

Day 12-13, Scotia Sea:                                                  Day 20, Ushuaia disembarkation:

Heading farther south, we continue our informative                      Morning disembarkation lets you catch a flight to
presentations and wildlife watch as the icebergs                        Buenos Aires or stay in Ushuaia for more sights
become more and more plentiful.                                         and adventure.

Day 14-17, Antarctic Peninsula and South
Shetland Islands:

In the waterways of the Antarctic Peninsula, we will

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The Antarctic Peninsula Express
DEPARTURES

• Dec 18 - Dec 28, 2019 ISK
  Christmas Holiday Voyage*
• Dec 27, 2019 - Jan 06, 2020 ISK
  New Year's Eve Holiday Voyage*
• Jan 17 - Jan 27, 2020 HSK

* For details on special Holiday Voyage activities please enquire.

This succinct version of our “classic” Antarctic Peninsula voyage
offers the same abundance of wildlife viewing opportunities as well
as possible stops at active scientific or historic bases as the 12 day
version, while allowing travelers to complete door-to-door travel
within two weeks.

Complimentary Pre-Arrival Day:

Don’t sweat flight delays or missed connections
when you begin your adventure a day early by taking
advantage of our optional free pre-arrival night at
the beautiful Arakur Hotel & Resort, a member of the
Leading Hotels of the World. Enjoy the spa, wander the
trails, or unwind and soak in the surroundings.

Day 1, Ushuaia:

Today is all yours: explore some of the sights that
Ushuaia has to offer, from museums to Argentinean
leather markets, or continue relaxing at the lovely
Arakur. Our optional evening briefing is a great                     be greeted by our Expedition Team and the Ship’s
opportunity for you to ask questions and to meet some                Officers. A concise safety and orientation briefing will be
of your fellow travelers.                                            followed by the Captain’s welcome dinner. After dinner,
                                                                     relax and take in the scenery on our early evening sail
                                                                     through the Beagle Channel, past Magellanic Penguin,
Day 2, Embarkation:                                                  Rock Cormorant, and Sea Lion colonies.
After a complimentary buffet breakfast, you’re free
to explore Ushuaia or unwind at the resort until our                 Day 3-4, Drake Passage:
mid-afternoon transfer to the ship. On board, you’ll
                                                                     As we make our way ever closer to the white
                                                                     continent, numerous Polar Experts will prepare us with
                                                                     presentations on everything Antarctic, from wildlife to
                                                                     history. Eventually, we’ll cross the Antarctic Convergence
                                                                     where we’ll notice a distinct drop in temperature as we
                                                                     enter the waters of the Antarctic Ocean.

                                                                     Those interested in Citizen Science can take part in Sea
                                                                     Bird sighting surveys, or help collect salinity samples
                                                                     and weather data along the way. We’re likely to witness
                                                                     some spectacular sights, from icebergs to an array of
                                                                     seabirds and whale species. If we’re lucky, we may see
                                                                     some of them fully breach from the sea.

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Day 5-8, Antarctica:                                                    found hauled out to rest along with predatory Leopard
                                                                        Seals and the assertive Antarctic Fur Seal. Minke and
In the waterways of the Antarctic Peninsula, we hope to                 Humpback Whales are frequent visitors in the late
make as much time as possible to explore by inflatable                  season (Feb – Mar) and Orca sightings are also common.
Zodiac boats and marvel up close at nature’s glory. Our
Expedition Leader and Captain will create a flexible
itinerary based on weather, ice, and opportunity. We                    Day 9-10, Drake Passage:
will aim for the most scenic bays and channels of the
Peninsula with stops at penguin rookeries, seal wallows,                As we leave this magical place and make our way north,
bird colonies and whale feeding areas, as well as sites of              heading again across the Antarctic Convergence and
historic and scientific interest.                                       the Drake Passage, we will continue our presentation
                                                                        series and wildlife spotting. Sailing back to Ushuaia
The trip may include picturesque Neko Harbor,                           through the Beagle Channel, we celebrate the
sheltered Paradise Harbor, the Humpback Whale                           conclusion of our expedition with a special slideshow.
favored Wilhelmina Bay, the striking Lemaire Channel,
the wildlife-filled Penola Channel, or the majestic
                                                                        Day 11, Ushuaia disembarkation:
Neumayer Channel. We may stop at an active scientific
base such as Poland’s Arctowksi or Ukraine’s Vernadskiy                 Morning disembarkation lets you catch a flight to
as well as a historic base such as U.K.’s Port Lockroy or               Buenos Aires or stay in Ushuaia for more sights
Wordie House.                                                           and adventure.
Adelie, Chinstrap and Gentoo Penguins abound, and
Weddell, Crabeater and Elephant Seals are often

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The Antarctic Peninsula – 12 days

DEPARTURES

• Jan 7 – Jan 18, 2020 HSK
• Feb 4 – Feb 15, 2020 HSK

Our Antarctic Peninsula voyages offer an
abundance of wildlife viewing opportunities
as well as possible stops at active scientific
or historic bases.

Complimentary Pre-Arrival Day:

Don’t sweat flight delays or missed connections       the beautiful Arakur Hotel & Resort, a member of the
when you begin your adventure a day early by taking   Leading Hotels of the World. Enjoy the spa, wander the
advantage of our optional free pre-arrival night at   trails, or unwind and soak in the surroundings.

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Day 1, Ushuaia:

Today is all yours: explore some of the sights that
Ushuaia has to offer, from museums to Argentinean
leather markets, or continue relaxing at the lovely
Arakur. Our optional evening briefing is a great
opportunity for you to ask questions and to meet some
of your fellow travelers.

Day 2, Embarkation:

After a complimentary buffet breakfast, you’re free
to explore Ushuaia or unwind at the resort until our
mid-afternoon transfer to the ship. On board, you’ll
be greeted by our Expedition Team and the Ship’s
                                                                        Peninsula with stops at penguin rookeries, seal wallows,
Officers. A concise safety and orientation briefing will be
                                                                        bird colonies and whale feeding areas, as well as sites of
followed by the Captain’s welcome dinner. After dinner,
                                                                        historic and scientific interest.
relax and take in the scenery on our early evening sail
through the Beagle Channel, past Magellanic Penguin,                    Our first sight of land will likely be that of the South
Rock Cormorant, and Sea Lion colonies.                                  Shetland Islands. These highly volcanic islands offer
                                                                        amazing abundance and beauty. We may visit Half
Day 3-4, Drake Passage:                                                 Moon Island nestled inside Livingston’s eastern shore,
                                                                        or conditions permitting visit historic Deception Island.
As we make our way ever closer to the white                             Being further north, sub-Antarctic species are more
continent, numerous Polar Experts will prepare us with                  commonly found here, including Chinstrap penguins
presentations on everything Antarctic, from wildlife to                 and Southern Elephant seals.
history. Eventually, we’ll cross the Antarctic Convergence
where we’ll notice a distinct drop in temperature as we
                                                                        Day 7-9, Antarctica:
enter the waters of the Antarctic Ocean.
                                                                        As we head south across the Bransfield Strait, we enter
Those interested in Citizen Science can take part in Sea
                                                                        the Trinity Coast and Gerlache Strait. Here we may
Bird sighting surveys, or help collect salinity samples
                                                                        explore picturesque Neko Harbor, sheltered Paradise
and weather data along the way. We’re likely to witness
                                                                        Harbor, the Humpback whale favored Wilhelmina Bay,
some spectacular sights, from icebergs to an array of
                                                                        the striking Lemaire Channel, the wildlife-filled Penola
seabirds and whale species. If we’re lucky, we may see
                                                                        Channel, or the majestic Neumayer Channel. We
some of them fully breach from the sea.
                                                                        may stop at an active scientific base such as Poland’s
                                                                        Arctowksi or Ukraine’s Vernadskiy as well as a historic
Day 5-6, South Shetland Islands:                                        base such as U.K.’s Port Lockroy or Wordie House.

In the waterways of the Antarctic Peninsula, we will                    Adelie, Chinstrap and Gentoo Penguins abound, and
hope to make as much time as possible to explore by                     Weddell and Crabeater seals are often found hauled
inflatable Zodiac boats and marvel up close at nature’s                 out to rest along with predatory Leopard seals and
glory. Our Expedition Leader and Captain will create a                  the assertive Antarctic Fur Seal. Minke and Humpback
flexible itinerary based on weather, ice, and opportunity.              whales are frequent visitors in the late season and Orca
We will aim for the most scenic bays and channels of the                sightings are also common.

                                                                        Day 10-11, Drake Passage:

                                                                        As we leave this magical place and make our way north,
                                                                        heading again across the Antarctic Convergence and
                                                                        the Drake Passage, we will continue our presentation
                                                                        series and wildlife spotting. Sailing back to Ushuaia
                                                                        through the Beagle Channel, we celebrate the
                                                                        conclusion of our expedition with a special slideshow.

                                                                        Day 12, Ushuaia disembarkation:

                                                                        Morning disembarkation lets you catch a flight to
                                                                        Buenos Aires or stay in Ushuaia for more sights
                                                                        and adventure.

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The Antarctic Peninsula
In-Depth – 15 days
DEPARTURES

• Feb 14 – Feb 28, 2020 HSK

This 14-night itinerary will allow us to explore the wonders of the
Antarctic Peninsula in more depth, giving us time to experience the
Antarctic Sound, located within the Weddell Sea.

The stark difference in scenery found here is likely to be a major
highlight for all on this special departure, with massive tabular icebergs,
lots of sea ice, and geology far different from anywhere else we visit.

Complimentary Pre-Arrival Day:                                followed by the Captain’s welcome dinner. After dinner,
                                                              relax and take in the scenery on our early evening sail
Don’t sweat flight delays or missed connections               through the Beagle Channel, past Magellanic Penguin,
when you begin your adventure a day early by taking           Rock Cormorant, and Sea Lion colonies.
advantage of our optional free pre-arrival night at
the beautiful Arakur Hotel & Resort, a member of the
Leading Hotels of the World. Enjoy the spa, wander the        Day 3-4, Drake Passage:
trails, or unwind and soak in the surroundings.
                                                              As we make our way ever closer to the white continent,
                                                              numerous Polar Experts will prepare you with
Day 1, Ushuaia:                                               presentations on everything Antarctic, from wildlife to
                                                              history. Eventually, we’ll cross the Antarctic Convergence
Today is all yours: explore some of the sights that           where we’ll notice a distinct drop in temperature as we
Ushuaia has to offer, from museums to Argentinean             enter the waters of the Antarctic Ocean.
leather markets, or continue relaxing at the lovely
Arakur. Our optional evening briefing is a great              Those interested in Citizen Science can take part in Sea
opportunity for you to ask questions and to meet some         Bird sighting surveys, or help collect salinity samples
of your fellow travelers.                                     and weather data along the way. We’re likely to witness
                                                              some spectacular sights, from icebergs to an array of
                                                              seabirds and whale species. If we’re lucky, we may see
Day 2, Embarkation:                                           some of them fully breach from the sea.
After a complimentary buffet breakfast, you’re free
to explore Ushuaia or unwind at the resort until our          Day 5-6, South Shetland Islands:
mid-afternoon transfer to the ship. On board, you’ll
be greeted by our Expedition Team and the Ship’s              In the waterways of the Antarctic Peninsula, we will
Officers. A concise safety and orientation briefing will be   hope to make as much time as possible to explore by
                                                              inflatable Zodiac boats and marvel up close at nature’s
                                                              glory. Our Expedition Leader and Captain will create a
                                                              flexible itinerary based on weather, ice, and opportunity.
                                                              We will aim for the most scenic bays and channels of the
                                                              Peninsula with stops at penguin rookeries, seal wallows,
                                                              bird colonies and whale feeding areas, as well as sites of
                                                              historic and scientific interest.

                                                              Our first sight of land will likely be that of the South
                                                              Shetland Islands. These highly volcanic islands offer
                                                              amazing abundance and beauty. We may visit Half
                                                              Moon Island nestled inside Livingston’s eastern shore,
                                                              or conditions permitting, visit historic Deception Island.
                                                              Being further north, sub-Antarctic species are more

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commonly found here, including Chinstrap penguins                       the striking Lemaire Channel, the wildlife-filled Penola
and Southern Elephant seals.                                            Channel, or the majestic Neumayer Channel. We
                                                                        may stop at an active scientific base such as Poland’s
                                                                        Arctowksi or Ukraine’s Vernadskiy as well as a historic
Day 7-9, Antarctic Sound:                                               base such as U.K.’s Port Lockroy or Wordie House.
As we head south across the Bransfield Strait, we sail                  Adelie, Chinstrap and Gentoo Penguins abound, and
towards the Antarctic Sound. Located at the northern                    Weddell and Crabeater seals are often found hauled
tip of the Antarctic Peninsula, the Antarctic Sound is                  out to rest along with predatory Leopard seals and
located within the Weddell Sea. A massive clockwise                     the assertive Antarctic Fur Seal. Minke and Humpback
current pushes cold, ice-filled waters north, making this               whales are frequent visitors in the late season and Orca
part of the Antarctic Sound dramatically different from                 sightings are also common.
the Western Peninsula. Here we will endeavor to explore
an area rich in Heroic Age history and take in the
varied ecology found surprisingly this far north. Adelie                Day 13-14, Drake Passage:
penguins thrive in these colder, ice filled waters.
                                                                        As we leave this magical place and make our way north,
The ice ultimately directs what adventures we will                      heading again across the Antarctic Convergence and
have in these lesser-travelled waterways, but the stark                 the Drake Passage, we will continue our presentation
difference in scenery found here is likely to be a major                series and wildlife spotting. Sailing back to Ushuaia
highlight for all on this special departure, with massive               through the Beagle Channel, we celebrate the
tabular icebergs, lots of sea ice, and geology far                      conclusion of our expedition with a special slideshow.
different from anywhere we will visit this trip.

                                                                        Day 15, Ushuaia disembarkation:
Day 10-12, Antarctic Peninsula:
                                                                        Morning disembarkation lets you catch a flight to
Heading Southwest, we enter Gerlache Strait and                         Buenos Aires or stay in Ushuaia for more sights
Trinity Coast. Here we may explore picturesque Neko                     and adventure.
Harbor, sheltered Paradise Harbor, or Wilhelmina Bay,

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 ITINERARIES

Crossing the Antarctic
Circle – 15 days

DEPARTURE

• Feb 10 – Feb 24, 2020 ISK

Sailing in comfort aboard the luxurious and
comfortable Island Sky, we begin this 14-night
expedition at the tip of South America. We
will chart a course through the Drake Passage
and along the Antarctic Peninsula with the
ambition of crossing the Antarctic Circle.
                                                         leather markets, or continue relaxing at the lovely
The farther south we go, the more sea ice we             Arakur. Our optional evening briefing is a great
are likely to encounter. Our aim is to cross             opportunity for you to ask questions and to meet some
                                                         of your fellow travelers.
the Circle before getting stopped by this ice.
Should we arrive at 66°33’S, we will become
                                                         Day 2, Embarkation:
members of a very small band of explorers
and adventurous travelers who have made it               After a complimentary buffet breakfast, you’re free
                                                         to explore Ushuaia or unwind at the resort until our
this far south.                                          mid-afternoon transfer to the ship. On board, you’ll be
                                                         greeted by our Expedition Team and the Ship’s Officers.
                                                         A concise safety and orientation briefing will be followed
Complimentary Pre-Arrival Day:
                                                         by the Captain’s welcome dinner. After dinner, relax and
Don’t sweat flight delays or missed connections          take in the scenery on our early evening sail through
when you begin your adventure a day early by taking      the Beagle Channel, past Magellanic Penguin, Rock
advantage of our optional free pre-arrival night at      Cormorant, and Sea Lion colonies.
the beautiful Arakur Hotel & Resort, a member of the
Leading Hotels of the World. Enjoy the spa, wander the   Day 3-4, Drake Passage:
trails, or unwind and soak in the surroundings.
                                                         As we make our way ever closer to the white
                                                         continent, numerous Polar Experts will prepare us with
Day 1, Ushuaia:
                                                         presentations on everything Antarctic, from wildlife to
Today is all yours: explore some of the sights that      history. Eventually, we’ll cross the Antarctic Convergence
Ushuaia has to offer, from museums to Argentinean        where we’ll notice a distinct drop in temperature as we
                                                         enter the waters of the Antarctic Ocean.

                                                         Those interested in Citizen Science can take part in Sea
                                                         Bird sighting surveys, or help collect salinity samples
                                                         and weather data along the way. We’re likely to witness
                                                         some spectacular sights, from icebergs to an array of
                                                         seabirds and whale species. If we’re lucky, we may see
                                                         some of them fully breach from the sea.

                                                         Day 5-6, South Shetland Islands:

                                                         In the waterways of the Antarctic Peninsula, we will
                                                         hope to make as much time as possible to explore by
                                                         inflatable Zodiac boats and marvel up close at natureís
                                                         glory. Our Expedition Leader and Captain will create a
                                                         flexible itinerary based on weather, ice, and opportunity.

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We will aim for the most scenic bays and channels of the                as well as a historic base such as U.K.ís Port Lockroy or
Peninsula with stops at penguin rookeries, seal wallows,                Wordie House.
bird colonies and whale feeding areas, as well as sites of
historic and scientific interest.                                       Adelie, Chinstrap and Gentoo Penguins abound, and
                                                                        Weddell and Crabeater seals are often found hauled
Our first sight of land will likely be that of the South                out to rest along with predatory Leopard seals and
Shetland Islands. These highly volcanic islands offer                   the assertive Antarctic Fur Seal. Minke and Humpback
amazing abundance and beauty. We may visit Half                         whales are frequent visitors in the late season and Orca
Moon Island nestled inside Livingstonís eastern shore,                  sightings are also common.
or conditions permitting, visit historic Deception Island.
Being further north, sub-Antarctic species are more
commonly found here, including Chinstrap penguins                       Day 13-14, Drake Passage:
and Southern Elephant seals.
                                                                        As we leave this magical place and make our way north,
                                                                        heading again across the Antarctic Convergence and
Day 7-9, Antarctic Circle:                                              the Drake Passage, we will continue our presentation
                                                                        series and wildlife spotting. Sailing back to Ushuaia
As we head south across the Bransfield Strait, we sail                  through the Beagle Channel, we celebrate the
towards the Antarctic Circle. From our most southerly                   conclusion of our expedition with a special slideshow.
point (south of the Antarctic Circle), we will make our
way back north, cruising through the narrow waterways
and channels of the Antarctic Peninsula.                                Day 15, Ushuaia Disembarkation:

Spectacular waterways such as Crystal Sound, or                         Morning disembarkation lets you catch a flight to
the living museums of Detaille or Horseshoe Island                      Buenos Aires or stay in Ushuaia for more sights and
are some of the less visited places of the Antarctic                    adventure.
Peninsula. These waters are significantly further south
making sea ice more common. The ice ultimately directs
what adventures we will have in these lesser travelled
waterways.

Day 10-12, Antarctic Peninsula:

Heading north we enter Gerlache Strait and Trinity
Coast. Here we may explore picturesque Neko Harbor,
sheltered Paradise Harbor, the Humpback Whale
favored Wilhelmina Bay, the striking Lemaire Channel,
the wildlife-filled Penola Channel, or the majestic
Neumayer Channel. We may stop at an active scientific
base such as Polandís Arctowksi or Ukraineís Vernadskiy

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 ITINERARIES

The Antarctic Peninsula – Whale Science Voyage 14 Days

DEPARTURE                                       Budding Citizen Scientists will have ample
• Feb 14 – 28, 2020 HSK                         opportunity to participate in marine
                                                mammal research, while photographers and
As the Antarctic summer comes to a close in
                                                videographers are busy capturing stunning
March, migratory species like the Humpback
                                                images. This voyage also features all of the
are very active, socializing and feeding in
                                                activities found in our standard Antarctic
preparation for the long journey ahead, while
                                                Peninsula itinerary.
resident species like the Minke and Orca are
also abundant.
                                                Complimentary Pre-Arrival Day:

Each year we will partner with scientists       Don’t sweat flight delays or missed connections
doing cutting edge marine mammal studies        when you begin your adventure a day early by taking
                                                advantage of our optional free pre-arrival night at
for a special scientific voyage with our own    the beautiful Arakur Hotel & Resort, a member of the
Annette Bombosch, PhD. In March 2019, we        Leading Hotels of the World. Enjoy the spa, wander the
                                                trails, or unwind and soak in the surroundings.
are collaborating with the world's leading,
independent non-profit organization             Day 1, Ushuaia:
dedicated to ocean research, exploration, and
                                                Today is all yours: explore some of the sights that
education in the US, on a ground-breaking       Ushuaia has to offer, from museums to Argentinean
Humpback Whale study. For full details of the   leather markets, or continue relaxing at the lovely
                                                Arakur. Our optional evening briefing is a great
March 2020 voyage, available in early summer    opportunity for you to ask questions and to meet some
of 2019, please enquire.                        of your fellow travelers.

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Day 2, Embarkation:

After a complimentary buffet breakfast, you’re free                     watching opportunities, while also exploring some of
to explore Ushuaia or unwind at the resort until our                    the lesser travelled areas of the Peninsula. We will aim
mid-afternoon transfer to the ship. On board, you’ll                    for the most scenic bays and channels, with stops at
be greeted by our Expedition Team and the Ship’s                        penguin rookeries, seal wallows, bird colonies and
Officers. A concise safety and orientation briefing will be             whale feeding areas, as well as sites of historic and
followed by the Captain’s welcome dinner. After dinner,                 scientific interest.
relax and take in the scenery on our early evening sail
through the Beagle Channel, past Magellanic Penguin,
Rock Cormorant, and Sea Lion colonies.                                  Day 8-11, Antarctica:

                                                                        Heading further South, we will be sure to explore
Day 3-4, Drake Passage:                                                 the Gerlache Strait and its surrounding channels and
                                                                        islands. This may include trips to picturesque Neko
As we make our way ever closer to the white continent,                  Harbor, sheltered Paradise Harbor, the Humpback
our Expedition Team and Marine Mammal experts will                      Whale favored Wilhelmina Bay, the striking Lemaire
be out on deck and on the bridge, looking for the whales                Channel, the wildlife-filled Penola Channel, or the
and dolphins that may be seen as we travel south. They                  majestic Neumayer Channel. We may stop at an active
will prepare us with presentations on everything Antarctic,             scientific base such as Poland’s Arctowksi or Ukraine’s
from wildlife to history, including helpful briefings                   Vernadskiy as well as a historic base such as U.K.’s Port
on environmental regulations and expedition safety.                     Lockroy or Wordie House.
Eventually, we’ll cross the Antarctic Convergence where
we’ll notice a distinct drop in temperature as we enter the             At this time of year, most areas have amazing marine
waters of the Antarctic Ocean.                                          mammal viewing opportunities with Weddell, Crabeater
                                                                        and Elephant Seals often found hauled out to rest along
The length of our journey depends on sea conditions,                    with predatory Leopard Seals and the assertive Antarctic
but we should approach the South Shetland Islands                       Fur Seal. Minke and Humpback Whales are frequent
in the evening of Day 4. We will keep especially keen                   visitors during this season and Orca sightings are
watch for Pelagic whales as we approach the nutrient                    also common.
rich upwelling areas of the Continental Shelf.
                                                                        Day 12-13, Drake Passage:
Day 5-7, Antarctica:
                                                                        As we leave this magical place and make our way north,
Exploring the South Shetland Islands, we may visit Half                 heading again across the Antarctic Convergence and
Moon Island with its stunning backdrop of mountainous                   the Drake Passage, we will continue our presentation
and glaciated Livingston Island. Or perhaps we will sail                series and wildlife spotting. Sailing back to Ushuaia
the ship into an active volcano with an opportunity to                  through the Beagle Channel, we celebrate the
take a dip in the relatively balmy waters that surround                 conclusion of our expedition with a special slideshow.
Deception Island. Bransfield Strait, once the site of
an abandoned whaling station, gives us an excellent
chance to see whales, who often return to its rich waters.              Day 14, Ushuaia disembarkation:

In the waterways of the Antarctic Peninsula, our                        Morning disembarkation lets you catch a flight to
Expedition Leader, Captain, and Marine Mammal                           Buenos Aires or stay in Ushuaia for more sights
experts will create a flexible itinerary based on weather,              and adventure.
ice, and previous sightings to maximize our whale

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 ADVENTURE OPTIONS

Adventure Options
Enrich Your Experience, Glide Amongst the Icebergs, Sleep Under the Stars.

Kayaking
If you’ve savored the peaceful feeling of floating
through nature that can only be found in a kayak,
you’re going to love kayaking in Antarctica. As in
all activities on the peninsula, we take advantage
of good weather, and put our kayaks into calm
protected waters, in what are indisputably some of
the most beautiful settings on earth.

You won’t need to bring any special gear. You supply
the passion and a bit of basic kayaking competency
and we’ll provide everything else, including kayaks,
dry suits and pogies. The number of kayaking
opportunities will vary based on the length of
your itinerary and the weather. Our Expedition
Leader and kayaking guide team will evaluate the
opportunities at each landing site, and put-in as
often as they determine is safely possible. Complete
details are available from your travel agent.

Who Can Participate?                                        kayak team. We will make every effort to paddle as often
                                                            as possible, but weather, sea, ice, and other conditions
Any passenger age 16 or over, in good health and with       may preclude this. The Expedition Leader and kayak
basic paddling experience is welcome to participate in      guides are the ultimate authorities on this.
the kayaking option.

                                                            What Is Included?
What Experience Level Is Required?
                                                            • Kayaks — we offer a mix of tandems and singles
Basic paddling experience is highly recommended.            • Dry suits
Participants should be capable of getting in and out of a
kayak, doing a wet exit (not that we ever expect to need    • Paddles
this), and performing forward and back strokes. Prior to    • Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs)
each excursion the kayak guides will clearly explain the
upcoming outing and expected conditions so paddlers         • Pogies (neoprene gloves)
can make informed decisions as to participation.            • Booties

Is There A Participant Limit?                               What Do Passengers Need To Supply?
We can accommodate 16 participants per voyage. Sign         • Very little beyond enthusiasm, basic skills, flexibility,
up early — the kayak option fills quickly!                    and an honest appraisal of experience and health
                                                              conditions.

How Often Will We Paddle?                                   • Participants will need to bring proper personal
                                                              clothing as noted in our supplied preparation notes.
At each landing site that offers appropriate conditions
                                                            • You might also want to bring a waterproof camera or
we will offer the activity after a short briefing by the
                                                              a dry bag.

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Camping
After a full day and delicious dinner onboard, jump
back in the Zodiacs and head ashore for a night
of camping in Antarctica! Enjoy the sounds of the
waves and brash ice on the beach, the creaking
of the glaciers, maybe even the blow of a passing
whale. Warm and cozy in your sleeping bag under
the midnight sun, you will be breathing the cleanest
air in the most beautiful place on the planet.

Get a taste of Antarctica as it was experienced by
the early explorers, knowing that in the morning
a hot shower and a hearty breakfast, await you
on board. Camping is available on all Antarctic
Peninsula Voyages. No special skills are required
and all equipment is provided by Polar Latitudes.
Complete details are available from your
travel agent.

Who Can Participate?                                                          • Sleeping bag liner

Guests aged 12 and older with an adventurous spirit                           • One dry-bag for pillow and change of dry clothes
and a willingness to rough-it for a night. Sleeping on the                    • 4-season mountaineering tents
ice in Antarctica is the ultimate camping experience!
                                                                              • A limited number of mountaineering bivy sacks
                                                                                (optional, if a few individuals wish to sleep out)
How Often Will We Camp?
                                                                              • Insulated sleeping pads
Camping is limited to one night per voyage and is
                                                                              We will also provide one portable toilet for the group.
available on most, but not all, voyages that travel to the
                                                                              True darkness during the polar summer is limited or
Peninsula. Please enquire for details.
                                                                              absent, so a headlamp or flashlight is not required
                                                                              equipment; though you may wish to bring a light on
Is There A Participant Limit?                                                 trips departing after February 1, when the night sun is
                                                                              less powerful.
We can accommodate 30 participants per voyage. Sign
up early — the camping option frequently sells out!
                                                                              What Do Passengers Need To Supply?

What Is Included?                                                             To take part in the camping program, you must be
                                                                              appropriately dressed. Details of the recommended
We provide the following camping equipment:                                   clothing are listed in our preparatory material.
• Insulated sleeping bag, rated to -20° F (-29° C). We
  do not expect temperatures below 10° F, but warmer
  bags ensure your comfort overnight.

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 CITIZEN SCIENCE

Citizen Science
Today research teams are relying more and
more on the power of travelers to observe,
record, and report on natural phenomena,
particularly in remote and difficult locations
like the Antarctic.
Our Citizen Science program not only provides
academic researchers access to much-needed data,
it also serves to educate passengers on the delicate
ecology of the White Continent, and brings them a
deeper understanding of, and appreciation for, this
unique destination.

Guests on all Polar Latitudes voyages are invited to
participate in a variety of hands-on activities that
support important, current research projects in
four major disciplines: Oceanography, Glaciology,
Ornithology and Marine Biology. The data we collect
contributes to better understanding of how climate
change is affecting the Antarctic Continent.

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Taking Phytoplankton samples for the Scripps   Mapping cloud patterns for NASA's Globe        Penguin surveys for Stony Brook University, NY.
Institute of Oceanography. Attempting to       Observer Program.                              Studying penguin population dynamics.
better understand the health of the
Antarctic biosphere.

Photographing whale flukes for the Happy Whale project. Happy Whale identifies and tracks individual whales around the world
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using sophisticated image matching software.
 RATES & DATES

Rates & Dates

Voyage dates                Ship Begin/End        Itinerary        Days      Triple   Porthole    Window      Promenade         Deluxe      Veranda Penthouse          Owner’s
(includes hotel night)      Name                                             Suite       Suite      Suite          Suite         Suite         Suite     Suite           Suite

Nov 2 – Nov 22, 2019        HSK      PMY/USH      FSG*             21       $14,295    $16,995     $18,995         $19,295      $19,795      $21,995      $24,595       $27,795

Nov 21 – Dec 10, 2019       HSK      USH/USH      CHARTER          22      –––––––     ––––––– Confirmed sub-charter – not available for retail sales   –––––––––     –––––––––

Dec 9, 2019 – Jan 8, 2020   HSK      USH/USH      CHARTER          31      –––––––     ––––––– Confirmed sub-charter – not available for retail sales   –––––––––     –––––––––

Dec 18 – Dec 28, 2019       ISK      USH/USH      Pen Express      11        $8,995    $11,495     $13,495         $14,395      $14,695      $15,495      $16,995       $18,995

Dec 27, 2019 – Jan 6, 2020 ISK       USH/USH      Pen Express      11        $8,995    $11,495     $13,495         $14,395      $14,695      $15,495      $16,995       $18,995

Jan 5 – Jan 24, 2020        ISK      USH/USH      CHARTER          20      –––––––     ––––––– Confirmed sub-charter – not available for retail sales   –––––––––     –––––––––

Jan 7 – Jan 18, 2020        HSK      USH/USH      Peninsula        12        $9,995    $12,995     $14,995         $15,495      $15,795      $16,995      $19,595       $22,795

Jan 17 – Jan 27, 2020       HSK      USH/USH      Pen Express      11        $8,995    $11,495     $13,495         $13,995      $14,295      $15,495      $16,995       $18,995

Jan 26 – Feb 5, 2020        HSK      USH/USH      CHARTER          11      –––––––     ––––––– Confirmed sub-charter – not available for retail sales   –––––––––     –––––––––

Jan 23 – Feb 11, 2020       ISK      USH/USH      FSG*             20       $17,595    $21,795     $23,995         $25,595      $25,795      $27,995      $30,795       $32,995

Feb 4 – Feb 15, 2020        HSK      USH/USH      Peninsula        12        $9,995    $12,995     $14,995         $15,495      $15,795      $16,995      $19,595       $22,795

Feb 10 – Feb 24, 2020       ISK      USH/USH      Circle*          15       $10,995    $15,495     $16,995         $17,995      $18,395      $19,995      $22,795       $24,995

Feb 14 – Feb 28, 2020       HSK       USH/USH     Pen In-Depth* 15          $10,995    $15,495     $16,995         $17,595      $17,995      $19,995      $22,795       $24,995

Feb 23 – Mar 13, 2020       ISK      USH/USH      FSG*             20       $14,295    $16,995     $18,995         $19,695      $19,995      $21,995      $24,595       $27,795

Feb 27 – Mar 11, 2020       HSK      USH/USH      Mammals*         14        $9,995    $14,295     $16,295         $16,795      $17,295      $18,795      $21,295       $22,995

*FSG = Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica Peninsula      *Mammals = Marine Mammals of the Antarctic Peninsula     *Circle = Crossing the Antarctic Circle

Important Details                                                                                                        Friends & Family
The dates & prices, for all of the itineraries listed above, include a pre-embarkation hotel night                       Have three people in your party? Most suites
at the port of embarkation. Trip lengths include the day you arrive and the day on which you                             have a sofa, which converts to a bed suitable
disembark. Prices quoted are per-person based on double/triple occupancy. For complete details                           for persons up to 5’10” in height.
on program inclusions and conditions please enquire.
                                                                                                                         Rates and availability vary by category,
Please note                                                                                                              please enquire.
• The third berth in a triple suite is suitable for passengers up to 5’10” in height.
• A limited number of twin suites may be sold for single occupancy at 1.7 times the twin rate.
                                                                                                                         Adventure Options
                                                                                                                         Kayaking: Available on all voyages: $695
2019-20 Early Booking Incentive
                                                                                                                         Please sign up at time of booking.
$1000 per person on Owner’s, Penthouse, Veranda, Deluxe, Promenade, and Window Suites on all
                                                                                                                         Camping: Available on all Peninsula, Peninsula
Peninsula Express Voyages
                                                                                                                         In-Depth, and Circle Crossing voyages: $125
$1500 per person on Deluxe, Promenade, and Window Suites on all Peninsula, Peninsula In-Depth,
                                                                                                                         Note: There is no camping on Peninsula Express
Circle Crossing, Marine Mammal, and FSG voyages.
                                                                                                                         or Marine Mammals departures
$2000 per person on Owner’s, Penthouse, and Veranda Suites on all Peninsula, Peninsula In-Depth,
Circle Crossing, and Marine Mammal voyages.

$2500 per person on Owner’s, Penthouse, and Veranda Suites on all Falklands, South Georgia
voyages.

There is no Early Booking Discount on Triple or Porthole Suites.

To qualify, confirmed bookings must be under deposit by October 31st, 2018.

                                         T HE INF O RMAT IO N IN T HIS B R OC HU R E IS A C C U R ATE A S OF J U LY 1ST, 2018.

                                  F O R T HE MO ST U P- T O - DAT E INFOR M ATION P L E A SE V ISIT U S AT: P OL A R -L ATITU DE S.C OM

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