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Antarctica
Antarctica
Five days of “Am I really here?”
Prices From
$31,350NZD
per person twin share
Travel Dates
Depart: Fri 12 Nov 2027
Return: Sat 27 Nov 2027
Duration: 15 nights
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This is a truly bucket-list opportunity to experience Antarctica early in the season, when the snow is pristine and the region untouched.
Following the success of our previous departure, your journey begins with three nights in Buenos Aires, then continues to Ushuaia where you’ll board Seabourn Pursuit for the voyage south. Frequent zodiac excursions give you the opportunity to step ashore on the Antarctic Peninsula to encounter seals, penguins, albatross, sea lions, and most likely orca whales against a backdrop of spectacular coastal scenery.
“I’ve travelled to many places, but nothing compares to Antarctica – it’s utterly breathtaking! The problem now is this journey has set an impossible standard for everything that follows.” -Craig Boyt, Pukekohe Travel Director
Your travel itinerary
Friday 12 November
Auckland – Santiago - Buenos Aires
Depart Auckland on LATAM Airlines, change planes in Santiago and arrive in Buenos Aires on the same day. Transfer to a centrally located hotel.
Saturday 13 November
Buenos Aires
Breakfast
Dinner
Today, enjoy a city tour which highlights the best of Argentina’s capital including the glamorous neighbourhoods of Recoleta and its famous cemetery, May Square, the Pink House, Metropolitan Cathedral and the Puerto Madero area. Also included are the first settlements of the city, former residences of aristocracy and the colourful La Boca area. Remainder of day free before a welcome dinner tonight.
Sunday 14 November
Buenos Aires
Breakfast
Dinner
A free day to continue your exploration of the city of Buenos Aires before a dinner and tango show, a night to remember.
Monday 15 November
Buenos Aires -Ushuaia – Embarkation
Breakfast
Dinner
This morning, fly by charter flight to Ushuaia, where you will board the Seabourn Pursuit. Before departure, enjoy some time to explore the interesting town centre. Tonight, join the Captain’s Welcome Dinner. After dinner, relax and take in the spectacular mountainous scenery as you cruise along the Beagle Channel, passing colonies of Magellanic Penguins, Rock Cormorants and Sea Lions.
Tuesday 16 November
- Wednesday 17 Crossing Drake Passage
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Wildlife-spotting opportunities abound as you sail south. See albatross, prions, and petrels that frequently follow the ship. The Seabourn Expedition Team will be out on deck as well looking for the whales and dolphins that may also be seen in the area. Later the ship’s experts will begin the on-board presentation series covering many relevant topics. Later cross the boundary between the Southern Ocean and Antarctica.
Thursday 18 November
– Monday 22 - Antarctica
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
The expedition leader and captain will create a flexible itinerary based on weather, ice, and opportunity. This unique, white wilderness of ice, calm dark seas, rock and sky will astound. Daylight overshadows night in an array of extraordinary colours glowing in every shade of deep blues and aquamarine – an amalgam of greens and blues.
The route will stress the most scenic bays and channels of the Peninsula with stops at penguin rookeries, seal wallows, bird colonies and whale feeding areas as well as sites of historic and scientific interest.
Take time to cruise by zodiac into picturesque harbours and bays and wildlife-filled channels and active scientific and historic bases. See Adelie, Chinstrap, Emperor, Macaroni and Gentoo Penguins and Weddell, crabeater and elephant seals which are often found resting along with predatory leopard seals and the aggressive Antarctic fur seal.
Ease gently into Paradise Bay with its glacial mountains and towering icebergs and the famous Lemaire Channel with its mountainous narrow channel and reflections.
Opportunities to step ashore are numerous – be guided by experts in their fields and experience the wilderness of Antarctica.
Tuesday 23 November
Wednesday 24 - Drake Passage – Ushuaia
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
The presentation series and wildlife spotting continue as you sail back across Drake Passage to Ushuaia with time to reflect on the beauty of Antarctica and its fragile future. Farewell Dinner on board tonight.
Thursday 25 November
Ushuaia – Buenos Aires
Breakfast
Morning disembarkation of Seabourn Pursuit and fly to Buenos Aires check into your hotel for the evening. Rest of the day at leisure.
Friday 26 November
Buenos Aires - Santiago
Early morning flight to Santiago. Change planes in Santiago.
Cross the international dateline.
Saturday 27 November
Auckland
Arrive Auckland midday.
Optional Iguazu Falls Extension
Inclusions
- Economy LATAM Airlines flights Auckland - Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires - Auckland
- Return flights Buenos Aires - Ushuaia
- Four nights in Buenos Aires
- Breakfast daily
- Lunches and dinners as specified
- Transfers as specified
- Sightseeing in Buenos Aires
- Dinner and Tango Show
- Eleven nights on board Seabourn Pursuit
- All meals on board Seabourn Pursuit
- All excursions / shore landings whilst on board ship
- Complimentary wine with lunch and dinner on board
- Open bar on board Seabourn Pursuit
- Complimentary mini bar on board Seabourn Pursuit
- Gratuities included on board Seabourn Pursuit
- Complimentary Seabourn parka and backpack
- Waterproof boots – on loan
- Government taxes and port handling fees
- Airport, airline and fuel surcharges (approx NZ$350)
- Pukekohe Travel escort – subject to 18 persons travelling
Cost
| ESTIMATED Cost Per Person * Auckland - Auckland | Twin Share | Single |
|---|---|---|
| Veranda Suite ( V1) | $31,350 | $52,000 |
| Veranda Suite ( V2 ) | $33,000 | $55,100 |
| Veranda Suite ( V3) | $34,000 | $58,350 |
| Business Class Upgrade |
To Be Confirmed |
| Early Booking Discount ( 11 Decemeber 2026 ) | $150 |
| Previous International Pukekohe Travel Tour Discount | $100 |
*This is a cash price. Credit cards will incur a 1.5% fee
*Itinerary and costs subject to change, airline and fuel charges and currency fluctuations prior to final payment
Exclusions
- Travel Insurance – compulsory - ask for a quote
- Items of a personal nature
- Meals not specified
Booking Conditions
- Twin share: a non-refundable deposit of $6,000 per person secures a place on the tour
- Single: a non-refundable deposit of $8,500 per person secures a place on the tour
- Full payment is due no later than 03 August 2027
Cancellations
- From date of booking until 03 August 2027 – no refund
- After 03 August 2027 – no refund
Travel Insurance
It is compulsory all clients purchase travel insurance to protect against cancellations, medical evacuations on tour and delays that could lead to unexpected costs. Please ask us for a quote.
General Information
Documentation
- Travel insurance is compulsory
- A current passport is required – valid six months beyond return date of travel
- No visas are required for NZ passport holders. All other passport holders please ask
Temperatures / Weather
Buenos Aries Max 25˚c Min 17˚c
Ushuaia Max 14˚c Min 04˚c
Antarctic Peninsula – Coastal areas are generally close to freezing in December- Daylight Hours 17+
Clothing for Zodiac Excursions - Closer to departure date, extensive information will be provided – a brief summary is as follows
- PolarShield parka, WaterShield waterproof and beanie – this is included on the tour and is yours to keep
- The ship will lend you a pair of waterproof expedition boots for the duration of the cruise
- The Golden Rules are: Layers, layers, layers – base, mid, outer
- Wear breathable fabric – not cottons
- Waterproof – not water repellent
- Protect your extremities
- Remember the SPF
- NB: “There is no bad weather, only inappropriate clothing” – Ranulph Finnes
Expedition Team - There will be an expedition leader along with the team whose mix of expertise will enhance the overall experience of the Antarctica. Their knowledge will cover ice and snow; photography; geology; zoology; marine biology and kayaking and more
Health and Mobility
A good standard of health is required, with the ability to walk on uneven surfaces, negotiate ship’s stairs to zodiacs and get in and out of zodiacs. (see Terms and Conditions)
Ship Information
Terms and Conditions
For full terms and conditions please visit our website Terms and Conditions or please ask our tour consultant for a copy.
Note:
Pukekohe Travel reserves the right to correct errors and omissions on our website without recourse.
* Itinerary subject to change
Prices From
$31,350NZD
per person twin share
Travel Dates
- Depart: Fri 12 Nov 2027
- Return: Sat 27 Nov 2027
- Duration: 15 nights
Early Booking Discount
Save $150 if your deposit is paid by 11 Dec 2026
Previous Client Discount
Our previous International Tour clients can save a further $100 per person
