SOLAR ECLIPSE 2021: TOTALITY IN ANTARCTICA, WITH SOUTH GEORGIA & FALKLANDS (OCEAN DIAMOND) - The Small Cruise Ship Collection
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Total Solar Eclipses are rare in Antarctica, and 16 years ago, a
SOLAR ECLIPSE 2021: TOTALITY IN group of Quark Expeditions passengers became the first
humans ever to witness a Total Solar Eclipse on the 7th
ANTARCTICA, WITH SOUTH GEORGIA & continent. In 2021, we will bring back our special guest expert
from the epic 2003 voyage, retired NASA scientist Fred
FALKLANDS (OCEAN DIAMOND) Espenak, to join us on one of two special voyages: Solar Eclipse
2021: Totality in Antarctica, with South Georgia and Falkland
Islands.
Designed for eclipse chasers, this itinerary offers the rare
opportunity to witness the total eclipse of the sun while also
setting foot in Antarctica, as well as a chance to explore the
rarely visited sub-Antarctic Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) and
South Georgia. During your voyage, you will have the
opportunity to participate in talks led by Fred Espenak, known
as “Mr. Eclipse,” who has participated in 29 eclipse expeditions
around the world, while also learn about the region, its wildlife
and history, during onboard presentations by our team of polar
experts.
On December 4, the day of the Total Solar Eclipse, you will
receive a pair of eclipse glasses, and an invitation to a special
evening celebration where you can relive your eclipse
experience with fellow passengers. The excitement of the voyage
continues as your ship then departs for South Georgia and the
Falkland Islands, where you will explore regions rich in wildlife
and polar history
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Fred Espenak is a retired NASA astronomer and the agency's
leading expert on eclipses. Known as "Mr. Eclipse", he has
written dozens of books on eclipses, generated predictions and
maps for over 10,000 solar eclipses, and created three
websites devoted to eclipses. Espenak has participated in 29
total solar eclipse expeditions that have taken him all over the
world. His photographs have been published in numerous
magazines and appeared on the USPS postage stamp
commemorating the 2017 eclipse across the USA.
He and his wife, Pat were aboard Quark's epic trip to
Antarctica's last total solar eclipse in 2003, where he was a
consultant and lecturer.
ITINERARY
Day 1 — Arrive in Ushuaia, Argentina
You will begin your journey in Ushuaia, a small but bustling port
at the tip of South America. It’s the ideal gateway for you to
explore the southern extent of Patagonia while preparing for
your adventure ahead. Get active in the mountains or enjoy
handcrafted chocolate at a café in town.
.
Day 2 — Embarkation Day
Embarkation will occur in the late afternoon, after which your
Special Guests
vessel will sail down the historic Beagle Channel, which
transects the Tierra del Fuego archipelago in the extreme south
On this departure, you'll be joined by Fred Espenak, known as
of South America. Expect an air of anticipation as you depart!
“Mr. Eclipse,” who has participated in 29 eclipse expeditions
around the world. Fred will share his extensive eclipse insights Days 3 & 4 — Crossing the Drake Passage
throughout the voyage. Your days at sea are filled with presentations led by your
Expedition Team who will prepare you for the wildlife, glaciology
Fred Espenak and history that will greet you upon your arrival. In between
presentations, spend time on deck looking for wildlife or
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chatting with your shipmates over a drink at the bar. world-renowned eclipse expert Fred Espenak. Known as “Mr.
Eclipse,” Fred is a retired NASA scientist and has participated in
Days 5 to 7 — South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula 29 eclipse expeditions around the world.
The most common reaction upon reaching the White Continent
is a sense of reverence and awe. The experience is hard to put Day 10 — Solar Eclipse at Sea
into words, since few places are as untouched and enduring as Early this morning, you will be summoned on deck to witness an
Antarctica. You will discover that Antarctica is a land of extraordinary, much-awaited moment: a solar eclipse, the very
extremes. At one moment you’ll be overcome with a feeling of brief period (1 minute, 40 seconds) when the moon blocks the
complete isolation and silence, and at the next moment you’ll sun’s light, plunging the polar regions into darkness. Every guest
be inspired by nature as a calving glacier crashes into a brilliant will be provided with a pair of eclipse glasses before the
blue sea or a penguin waddles by to inspect your footwear. Your momentous event. You’ll savor the stillness of this magical
Expedition Team will take care of you at each excursion, moment with your fellow umbraphiles (eclipse chasers),
whether you are Zodiac cruising, visiting a historical site or knowing you’re among the few to have witnessed this
consorting with penguin colonies. Chinstrap, Adélie and gentoo once-in-a-lifetime phenomenon. As with all eclipse sightings,
penguins are found here, along with Weddell, fur, crabeater and visibility is influenced by the weather and cloud conditions.
leopard seals. Keep a lookout for Antarctic whales, such as Unique to this experience will be its location at sea, and the
minkes, while on a Zodiac cruise. Each day and each excursion more extreme latitude which places the eclipse low on the
will present a new collection of creatures to delight you and horizon, making a successful sighting that much more difficult,
keep your camera busy. As exciting as the Zodiac excursions and more rewarding should all the stars align for the eclipse to
and landings are, perhaps you’ll treat yourself to an be visible. After the eclipse concludes around breakfast time,
extra-special Antarctic experience by partaking in an optional feel free to celebrate the unforgettable moment or return to your
paddling excursion (at an extra cost) or cast reason aside and bed. In addition to the eclipse glasses, guests will also receive
jump into Antarctic waters for the Polar Plunge! an invitation to a special evening celebration to commemorate
their special total eclipse voyage.
Days 8 & 9 — At Sea
Say goodbye to the Antarctic Peninsula, as your next destination Days 11 to 14 — South Georgia
is the Scotia Sea, between the South Orkney Islands and South South Georgia is one of the most fertile breeding grounds in the
Georgia, where you’ll witness a rare natural phenomenon: an world for sub-Antarctic wildlife, with beaches blanketed with
eclipse of the sun in Antarctica! Our Expedition Team will penguins. It won’t take you long to realize that you are in a bird
prepare you in advance with expert presentations and paradise, as burrowing seabirds, albatross and petrels can be
workshops on astronomy, meteorology and other related topics seen in abundance. You’ll find that South Georgia, once a
to help prepare you for that once-in-a-lifetime event: total solar popular base for whalers and sealers, is also scattered with
eclipse in Antarctica. Joining you for the eclipse is abandoned relics and evidence of human activity from centuries
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gone by. Your Expedition Team will help bring those days to life out of your time in the Falklands.
while you visit old whaling stations and enjoy presentations on
the South Georgia of then and now. One of the most significant Day 19 — At Sea
sites you will visit on the island is Grytviken. This settlement is After more than two weeks of endless wildlife encounters, your
one of the first whaling stations established in sub-Antarctic journey home begins. Spend time on deck watching for seabirds
waters. Many travelers find that this place has a special appeal, and whales, enjoy presentations by your Expedition Team, or
as it is home to the remains of Sir Ernest Shackleton, one of the simply relax and reminisce about your experiences.
most famous Antarctic explorers.
Day 20 — Disembarkation in Ushuaia, Argentina
Days 15 & 16 — At Sea After breakfast aboard the ship, it is time to part ways and say
After more than two weeks of unique wildlife encounters and goodbye to your Expedition Team. Airport transfers will be
remarkable landscapes, your journey home begins. Spend time provided for those departing on the first homeward flights. Other
on deck watching for seabirds and whales, enjoy presentations guests will be transferred to town.
by your Expedition Team, or simply relax and reminisce about
Please Note:
your incredible experiences.
Embracing the unexpected is part of the legacy – and
Days 17 & 18 — Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) excitement – of expedition travel. There are no guarantees that
Upon your arrival in the Falklands (Malvinas), your camera will we can achieve everything we set out to accomplish. A measure
get its first real workout capturing the abundant wildlife and of flexibility is something all of us must bring to a voyage. There
rugged feel of this sub-Antarctic region. The archipelago are nearly 200 recognized sites in the Antarctic Peninsula and
contains two main islands, East Falkland and West Falkland, South Shetlands and the places mentioned above may be
which you will explore during daily Zodiac excursions and changed to others equally as interesting.
landings. Stanley, also known as Port Stanley, is often a favored
landing site, as the town offers a unique British outpost feel,
complete with eclectic charm. You’ll be free to explore, grab a
pint at the local pub or visit numerous churches and museums.
In terms of wildlife, the archipelago is home to Magellanic,
gentoo and southern rockhopper penguins. If you’re lucky, you
may even spot king penguins here as well! You can expect to
see black-browed albatross, plus two endemic bird species—the
flightless Falkland steamer duck and possibly the elusive
Cobb’s wren. Your team of lecturers and specialists will be sure
to educate you on the local flora and fauna, making the most
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YOUR SHIP: OCEAN DIAMOND
YOUR SHIP: Ocean Diamond
VESSEL TYPE:
LENGTH:
PASSENGER CAPACITY:
BUILT/REFURBISHED:
The 224 passenger vessel was completely refurbished in
Norway in 2012 and is perfect for our exploration being large
enough to provide stability, speed, spacious cabins and ample landscapes. Public areas and facilities include an observation
public space, yet small enough to manoeuvre in remote areas. lounge with bar, a fitness centre, pool with bar, sun deck,
The vessel is outfitted with the most current navigational and lecture threatre with state of the art audio visual equipment,
communications technology as well as with retractable library and lounge. The restaurant serves all passengers in one,
stabilisers for smooth sailing. The vessel is ice strengthened and open seating and cuisine onboard is international. There is also
features 18 Zodiacs for our forays ashore. a gift shop, clinic and a spa onboard.
Your Cabin/Suite With a maximum of 210 passengers, the Your Dining The single sitting restaurant is located on the Lower
Ocean Diamond offers cabins across its five decks. There a Deck and is both spacious and light. Breakfast and lunch are
range of cabins and suites available and all feature outside served buffet style and dinner is served to your table. All meals
views (porthole, window or balcony), full private en-suite include a vegetarian option. Afternoon tea also served daily
bathrooms featuring bathtub and shower, a writing desk, around the afternoon excursions and coffee, tea and water are
individual temperature control, in-room safe, refrigerator, available complimentary around the clock. Weather permitting,
satellite phone access, hairdryer and flat-screen television and there will be the opportunity to dine outside on occasion.
DVD player. Cabins range in size from 17 square metres to 30 Life Onboard The atmosphere onboard is focused on exploration
square metres. and discovery with all the creature comforts you would expect
Your Space The Ocean Diamond features spacious public areas from a vessel of this calibre. The onboard crew offer excellent
and ample deck space from where you can admire the beautiful service and in addition the expedition team will enrich your
passing experience with their knowledge of the region. Through a lecture
programme and shore expeditions, they will share their expertise
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and passion with you. After a day of exploration ashore, you will
return to the comfort of a sophisticated ship with a friendly crew
and informal atmosphere. A fleet of Zodiacs are used for
landings and nature cruises, and during your voyage you will
have the opportunity to visit the Captain and Officers on the
Bridge to learn more about your journey, further fostering the
expeditionary nature of our voyage.
Some Deck Plans may vary from what you see below.
The vessel complies with all MARPOL (Marine Pollution
Act)regulations. The vessel has a Garbage Management Plan to
deal with garbage accumulated during a voyage. As for human
waste, the vessel is equipped with a Sewage Treatment system
that processes the waste generated onboard. The treated waste
water is discharged at sea or shoreside. If discharged at sea it
is done according to strict International standards and Class
required protocols that include distance from shore, depth of
the water, speed of the vessel and rate of discharge.
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INSIDE YOUR SHIP
Balcony Suite / Category A Single Obstructed View
Single Porthole / Category P Suite
Triple / Category T Twin Obstructed View / Category O
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PRICING
25-Nov-2021 to 14-Dec-2021
Triple / Category T £13086 GBP pp
Twin Obstructed View / Category
O £17910 GBP pp
Twin Window / Category D £18990 GBP pp
Suite £21556 GBP pp
Balcony Suite / Category A £22326 GBP pp
Single Obstructed View £23096 GBP pp
Single Porthole / Category P £23096 GBP pp
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