“Men wanted for hazardous journey. Low wages, bitter cold, long hours of complete darkness. Safe return doubtful. ”
This was the wording of the advertisement with which Ernest Shackleton recruited the crew of the Endurance in 1914 for one of the most legendary expeditions in history: the crossing of Antarctica.
Today, more than a century later, the primal allure of those frozen lands remains untouched.
Aboard the modern Ocean Albatros, we will set sail from Ushuaia, cross the Beagle Channel, and face the legendary waters of the Drake Passage to reach the Antarctic Peninsula. There, among whales and penguins, we will ski untouched mountains where time seems to have stood still.
An adventure at the edge of the world, organized in collaboration with Ice Axe Expeditions, a leader in extreme exploration. Led by Doug Stoup and an international team of expert guides, we will venture into the heart of Antarctica in search of that eternal crystal that only these latitudes hold.
Ice Axe Expeditions is thrilled to announce its new Antarctic Adventure 2025: an exploration cruise to the Antarctic Peninsula. Ice Axe Expeditions has chartered a 140-passenger ship, the Ocean Albatros, for a 13-day, 12-night expedition.
An experience that brings together adventurers, explorers, and humanitarians from all over the world, creating a unique blend of international and local spirit.
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Boarding the Ocean Albatros and sailing along the Beagle Channel.
Crossing the Drake Passage. The journey will be accompanied by sperm whales, whales, and humpback whales, as well as a multitude of seabirds.
Continuation of the crossing of the Drake Passage.
Skiing and trekking at Charlotte Bay and Bluff Island. Zodiac cruises, penguin rookeries, and guided walks.
Skiing and trekking on Nansen and Enterprise Islands. Visit to gentoo and Adélie penguin habitats.
Skiing and trekking on Wenke Island and at Damoy Point, followed by navigation through the Lemaire Channel.
Visit to the Georges Point penguin reserve.
Skiing and trekking on Ronge Island and Cuverville Island.
Zodiac excursions.
Visit to the penguin reserve and the Almirante Brown research station.
Ski descent on Brabant Island and in Chiguano Bay.
Visit to the Ukrainian Vernadsky Research Station.
Wildlife sightings of orcas and leopard seals.
New ski descents and wildlife cruises at Livingston Island and Half Moon Bay.
Departure northward in the evening.
Disembarkation from the Ocean Albatros in Ushuaia, Argentina.
Flexibility is essential for all Antarctic trips. This itinerary is subject to change during the voyage depending on ice, weather, and local conditions.
Would you like to know if you’re ready to take on this adventure? Get in touch with us via the form or contact Paolo Tassi directly. He has already completed this extraordinary journey and will be your point of reference both before and after departure.
Note: We strongly recommend speaking with our guide Paolo Tassi before completing your booking on the organizer’s website, iceaxe.tv.
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