Sea cruise to Antarctica from Argentina

This site published a proposal to visit the most little-studied continent of our planet. New Year on an expedition cruise to Antarctica – that’s the title of the article. But this kind of travel is not cheap. So, I found a cruise for you that is quite budget-friendly, but no less interesting. Of course, they cannot be compared in many respects, but if there is such a desire and goal…

Antarctica is inaccessible from the air and completely inaccessible by land. To see this amazing continent, we suggest taking a sea cruise from Argentina to Antarctica on a premium class ship with the highest level of service from Celebrity Cruises.

The sights you will see are mainly natural. Picturesque bays, volcanic islands, glaciers, icebergs, rare birds and animals amaze the imagination.

Cruise route

For 14 days of a cruise on the Celebrity Eclipse ship, in addition to Antarctica, travelers will visit 4 countries: Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, and the Falkland Islands. The ship leaves Buenos Aires and returns to the same port. Seven days at sea are spent in comfortable cabins, passengers visit the spa center, gym, fitness, and the Persian Garden.

Sights of Buenos Aires

This city is one of the largest in the world. Due to the large number of attractions, it is a cultural heritage site. The largest shopping area, Plaza de Mayo, is the heart of the city. The capital of Argentina has 120 museums, many cathedrals, churches, unique statues, parks, gardens and shops offering quality brands. Book a sightseeing tour.

The southernmost city on the planet Ushuaia

This city is often called the gateway to Antarctica. The main attractions are natural: forests, lakes, glaciers and mountains. Premium class tourists are offered an excursion to the End of the World (Prison) Museum, the exhibits of which tell about the terrible fate of prisoners. As a souvenir, you can take home a stamp with the coat of arms of Ushuaia. Near the city you can see penguins and seals, and in the National Park almost all the fauna of the area.

Cape of the Chilean Horn Island

Gorn Island is surrounded by black rocks, covered with grass and moss, washed by icy waves. There are practically no permanent residents; tourists can admire whales, dolphins, albatrosses, condors, and penguins. Cape Horn has a National Park, a chapel, a weather station, and a lighthouse with a keeper’s family. Antarctica is only 650 kilometers away.

Paradise Bay of Antarctica — Paradise Bay

In the past, this station was a whaling station, currently it is a research station, and is part of almost all sea cruises. The place is as close as possible to the mainland and is considered a champion in attractions, as it gives the opportunity to get acquainted with the passages and icebergs.

Gerlache Strait

A coastal strait with a length of 185 km and a width of 10-40 km is located between the Antarctic Peninsula and the Palmer Archipelago. It was discovered in 1874 by members of an expedition from Germany, originally named after Bismarck. Everything changed 20 years after the Belgians visited Antarctica. At the moment, polar stations of Argentina and Chile are located in this place.

Scientists and penguins of Mordvinov Island

The island resembles the head of an elephant seal and is often called Elephant. The present name was received in honor of Admiral Mordvinov, who led the Bellingshausen expedition in 1821. The island became famous after Shackleton’s expedition in 1916, during which the Endurance ship was crushed and the crew set up camp on the shore. A full 3 months passed before the evacuation. Now scientists live on the island, penguins walk nearby.

Capital of Eastern Falkland Island Port Stanley

Legally, the Falkland Islands belong to Great Britain, which is why Port Stanley is often called Arctic London. It is the only city and capital where two thirds of the population lives. The colorful houses add picturesqueness and comfort; tourists visit the cathedral, the historical museum, and Gipsy Bay with flightless ducks.

Attractions of the city of Puerto Madryn

This city with a population of only 60 thousand people is located in western Argentina, near the Peninsula Valdés. Tourists can admire sea lions, whales, penguins, and taste the national dish parrilla of offal, sausages and steak.

What to see in Montevideo, Uruguayan

The city amazes with the Uruguay River, various styles of architecture, alleys and parks. The first place to visit is the Plaza de la Constitución with the Cathedral, the Town Hall, and the Solis Theater. Nature lovers visit the Lobos Island Sanctuary with sea lions and lush vegetation.