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During the peak of the southern hemisphere summer, Orion offers travellers a unique opportunity to venture to the Continent of Antarctica. Orion sails from Australia and New Zealand, crossing the Antarctic Circle to places redolent with history and adventure.
Along the way the wildlife we encounter will astound you. The Sub-Antarctic islands are home to penguin breeding colonies numbering in the millions, to Elephant Seals and Hooker Sea Lions, and the endangered Wandering Albatross..
Ross Sea Antarctica Cruise - Scott & Shackleton's Centenary
20 night cruise
Departing Bluff
Ending Bluff
This voyage covers some of the polar regions famously charted during the first race to the South Pole by pioneering explorers Scott and Shackleton exactly 100 years ago. The Ross Sea coast extends from the ice shelf northwards until it reaches the very tip of Victoria Land and Cape Adare. During our time in the Ross Sea Region we will attempt a variety of opportunistic landings, subject to weather conditions.
Joining guests and the specialist Expedition Team on the 21 January 2012 departure will be renowned scientist and media presenter Dr Karl Kruszelnicki. While onboard, Dr Karl will share his wealth of knowledge with guests through a series of fabulously entertaining and witty talks presented in his inimitable style.
Inclusions
- Accommodations as booked
- Cruise transportation
- All meals onboard
- 24-hour room service
- Entertainment
- Educational programmes
- Use of ship's sporting equipment and facilities
- Port & handling charges
- Zodiac excursions
- Tender transfers
- Access to the ship's library
- Govt. Fees & Taxes
- Services of 75 experienced crew
Exclusions
Fares do not include items of a personal nature, including but not limited to: travel and medical insurance, laundry charges, shopping onboard, bar expenses, hair dressing and massage treatments, optional shore experiences, medical treatment, telephone and internet charges.
Overview Itinerary
Day 1 Bluff (Invercargill), New Zealand
Day 2 At sea
Day 3 Auckland Islands
Day 4 At sea
Day 5 Macquarie Island
Day 6 At sea
Day 7 At sea
Day 8 At sea
Day 9 At sea
Day 10 Ross Sea Region
Day 11 Ross Sea Region
Day 12 Ross Sea Region
Day 13 Ross Sea Region
Day 14 Ross Sea Region
Day 15 At sea
Day 16 At sea
Day 17 At sea
Day 18 At sea
Day 19 Campbell Island
Day 20 Snares Islands
Day 21 Bluff (Invercargill), New Zealand
Departures/Pricing
2012 Departure - January 21
2013 Departure - January 25 (note: slightly different itinerary ex Hobart)
Cabins
B Stateroom
A Stateroom
JS Junior Suite
DS Deluxe Suite
BS Balcony Suite
OS Owners Suite
Lead in price based on cabin category B Stateroom. All other cabin prices on application, please contact a World Travellers consultant.
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