Antarctica, South Georgia & Falkland Islands - Solar Eclipse Departure

The beautiful city of Buenos Aires is defined by the twin elements of Latin passion and European romance, creating a dynamic destination known for its mix of architectural styles, a thriving contemporary and historic art scene, and culinary pleasure. Arrive at your hotel for your one night stay.

Your journey into wonder begins as you fly from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia, known as the southernmost city in the world, where the crew will warmly greet you as you board Scenic Eclipse.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Make yourself at home on board Scenic Eclipse, where luxury is almost limitless. As you sail towards the Falkland Islands, wildlife spotting opportunities abound; your Discovery Team will be out on deck looking for albatross, prions, and petrels that follow the ship. They will present lectures on the history and geology of Antarctica and the Southern Ocean.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Remote and sparsely populated, the Falkland Islands are a wildlife lovers paradise. You will visit a number of the outer islands, where large colonies of penguins and albatross thrive. Fur seals and elephant seals roam sandy beaches; while the surrounding waters are home to whales and dolphins. Today choose one of our Scenic Freechoice activities or join a more active Scenic Discovery excursion.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

We continue our exploration of the Falkland Islands on Saunders Island and West Point.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Time spent at sea is yours to do with as you please. Our world-class amenities are certain to keep you busy, from the on board theatre and Senses Spa, to wonderful dining experiences. Spot icebergs and marine life from the comfort of your private verandah.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Sailing towards South Georgia and your voyage slows to the rhythm of the sea. There is plenty of time to simply relax and be entranced by the many seabirds you’ll encounter on your way. Join the avid whale watchers on deck hoping to get a glimpse of one of these leviathans of the ocean, or simply sit back and contemplate the vastness of the sea.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

South Georgia is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful places in the world. The island is a speck in the vast South Atlantic Ocean, one of the most remote parts of our planet. A 3,000-metre mountain range forms the spine of the long, narrow island. Between the mountains, shattered glaciers carve their way through tussock grass to the deeply indented coastline. Despite being such a small outpost in the vastness of the South Atlantic, the sea around South Georgia is one of the liveliest areas on earth. The abundant marine life supports millions of seals, whales, penguins and seabirds. Ernest Shackleton and five of his crew sailed from Elephant Island in the James Caird for 16 days and 1,300 kilometres and finally found safety in the tiny entrance of Cave Cove. This epic story of survival began with the sinking of Shackleton’s ship, the Endurance, in the Weddell Sea, six months earlier. As you explore South Georgia, you will have the opportunity to reflect on Shackleton’s epic journey.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Enjoy a day at sea exploring the many 6-star luxury amenities on board your Discovery Yacht, from the on board theatre and Senses Spa, to wonderful dining experiences. Spot icebergs and marine life from the comfort of your private verandah.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Welcome to Antarctica. Seeing the 7th continent for the first time is unlike anything you would have experienced before. Feeling the fresh, crisp air on your face. Hearing the snow crunch under your boot when you first step foot on the pristine land. Watching the unperturbed wildlife in their natural habitat. This is a land of peace. Due to the extraordinary nature of the region, a host of choices are open and, depending on the ice and weather conditions, the Antarctic Peninsula is yours to explore. Your experienced Discovery Team Leaders, who have made countless journeys to Antarctica, will use their expertise to design your voyage from day to day, making the most of 18-20 hours of daylight.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Continue exploring the Antarctic Peninsula. For a very brief moment (1 minute, 40 seconds) when the moon blocks the sun’s light during a solar eclipse, the polar regions are plunged into darkness. Join your crew on deck early this morning to be part of this wonder of the natural world. Don your provided pair of eclipse glasses and savor the stillness of this magical moment with your fellow guests, knowing you’re among the few to have witnessed this once-in-a-lifetime phenomenon from this southernmost part of the world. This location at sea and the extreme latitude places the eclipse low on the horizon, making a successful sighting that much more difficult, yet that much more rewarding should all the stars align.

Note: As with all eclipse sightings, visibility is influenced by the weather and cloud conditions.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

A day at sea.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Continue to explore the Antarctic Peninsula.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

As you head north to Ushuaia, reflect on your experience of a lifetime, compare notes with your fellow travellers and interact with your Discovery Team as you enjoy the unsurpassed luxury of Scenic Eclipse.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

A day at sea.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Your cruise ends this morning as you farewell the crew. Disembark after breakfast to fly to Buenos Aires, taking away memories of a truly unforgettable experience.

Meals Included: Breakfast