South Georgia with Taste of Argentina & Brazil

Fly to Ushuaia where you will be warmly greeted by the crew as you step on board Scenic Eclipse and settle into your elegant suite.

Settle into shipboard life as you cruise towards the Antarctic Peninsula.

A day at sea.

Due to the extraordinary nature of the region, the sailing and expedition schedule is flexible based on the conditions. Your experienced Captain and Discovery Leader will carefully plan each day’s activities.

Discovery: Partake in daily Scenic Discovery excursions and cruise on the Zodiacs or kayaks around ice formations and step onshore to view penguin rookeries.

Cruise the Antarctica Peninsula enjoy a range of daily activities and discovery excursions depending on ice and weather conditions.

Cruise the Antarctica Peninsula enjoy a range of daily activities and discovery excursions depending on ice and weather conditions.

Cruise the Antarctica Peninsula enjoy a range of daily activities and discovery excursions depending on ice and weather conditions.

Elephant Island is where Shackleton’s men wintered beneath their upturned boats.

Cruise towards South Georgia.

Once again, due to the nature of the region, the sailing and expedition schedule is flexible based on the conditions.

Discovery: On your Scenic Discovery excursions, be in awe of the majesty of nature as you step onto beaches surrounded by thousands of king penguins and encounter enormous southern elephant seals and countless fur seals. In Grytviken, a former whaling station, you’ll have the opportunity to visit the resting place of Ernest Shackleton.

Take discovery excursions led by the Discovery team offer unique insights into the environment, wildlife and history dependent on ice and weather conditions.

Take discovery excursions dependent on ice and weather conditions.

Take discovery excursions dependent on ice and weather conditions.

Cross the Scotia Sea, escorted by whales, dolphins and seabirds.

The Falkland Islands are a unique archipelago teeming with wildlife and nature intertwined with an intriguing history and culture. Saunders Island is where you can see the gentoo, Magellanic and rockhopper penguins on white sandy beaches.

Discovery: Scenic Discovery excursions by Zodiac, kayak and nature walks.

Discover the picturesque capital of the Falklands, Stanley, and get to know the friendly locals who are proud of their history and heritage which you will uncover at the museum.

Discovery: Scenic Discovery excursion at Gypsy Cove, walk the wildlife trail and see the Magellanic penguin colony.

Continue exploring the Falkland Islands.

Farewell your adventure in the icy lands and set sail heading north to the continent of South America.

A day at sea.

Your cruise ends this morning as you farewell the crew and disembark in Buenos Aires for an overnight stay.

This morning fly to Iguazú Falls. Discover the walkways across the top of the falls on the Argentinean side to the lookout where you will see the famous ‘Devil’s Throat’ and be awed by the sheer volume of water cascading over the falls. Cross the border and enter the Brazilian National Park for your three night Special Stay. With an enviable setting inside the park gates, as a guest of the hotel you will be able to experience the sun setting over the top of the magnificent natural wonder of the falls without the general public.

After breakfast, enjoy a leisurely walking tour to discover the Brazilian Falls before the park gates open to the public. Be awed by the world’s largest volume waterfall as you stand on the walkway in the middle of the falls. Your day continues with an exciting jet boat adventure where you will see the base of the falls and feel the spray of water on your face. The remainder of the day is at your leisure to enjoy this pristine wilderness and the facilities of your magnificent hotel.

This morning explore Parque das Aves and be amazed by the colourful array of rare birds flying in the huge aviaries.

Soar over Iguazú Falls on an optional helicopter flight. Additional cost, please book on tour.

Fly to the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro. A highlight will be your three night Special Stay, set in the heart of the beach strip.

Afterward, at Sugarloaf Mountain, the cable car ride takes you to the top of the peak for sweeping panoramic views. From there, continue your ascent to the apex of the iconic Sugarloaf Mountain on one of the world’s oldest cable cars. Along the way to the summit, take in the spectacular views of Rio and the surrounding landscape.

Freechoice: Discover Santa Teresa and the Selarón Steps or visit the favelas (shanty towns) to see the day to day lifestyle. Alternatively enjoy a walking tour of downtown Rio.

Enrich
A highlight awaits at our private farewell dinner in the elegant Library where you will enjoy a delicious three-course gourmet meal.

Say farewell as you transfer to Rio de Janeiro airport taking a lifetime of wonderful memories with you.