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Emblematic Antarctica aboard Le Boreal

Emblematic Antarctica aboard Le Boreal

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PONANT invites you on a polar expedition cruise to the heart of the icy realm that is the Antarctic Peninsula. Embark on an unforgettable 11-day voyage and succumb to the enchantment of the breathtaking landscapes inhabited by astonishing wildlife.

The start of your cruise will be marked by the crossing of the mythical Drake Passage, during which you will probably be escorted by several albatrosses and Cape petrels, the sentinels of these often-choppy waters.

Your ship will then reach the White Continent, realm of the unexpected. Weather and ice conditions permitting, this extreme environment where nature reigns supreme will reveal to you its most beautiful secrets through numerous discoveries.

On this uninhabited land, which wasn’t explored until the 19th century, your encounters with the wildlife will no doubt be one of the highlights of your experience. The Gentoo, Adelie and chinstrap penguins, humpback whales, seals and seabirds will provide you with cherished lifelong memories.

Each day, whether on land, aboard your ship or during a Zodiac® outing, you will be surrounded by a grandiose decor ranging from icebergs to ice floe and ancient glaciers.

Trip Name
Emblematic Antarctica aboard Le Boreal
Days
12
Overview
Vessel Type: Luxury Expedition / Cruise Ship Length: 142 meters Passenger Capacity: 264 (in twin cabins, 200 in Antarctica) Built: 2011 A superb mega-yacht with 132 cabins, she is the fruit of the expertise of the Italian Fincantieri shipyard and French sophistication, as interpreted by designer Jean-Philippe Nuel. Le Boreal remains faithful to our philosophy - to create a unique atmosphere, a subtle blend of luxury, intimacy and well-being. Superior materials, discreet elegance and a tasteful décor combined with exterior and interior lines to reflect a nautical mood, subtly revisited. On board, soothing neutral tones are enlivened by splashes of red, our signature theme linking tradition and innovation to create personal touches in the spirit of a “private yacht”. Cuisine Loyal to the great French tradition, the haute cuisine on board is worthy of the finest restaurants, where discreet, attentive service is the hallmark. Our two restaurants welcome you for breakfasts, lunch and dinner. The Gastronomic Restaurant, with a capacity of 268 persons, is situated on Le Liberte Deck and serves you French and international cuisine accompagnied by fine wine. On the Grill Restaurant, you will have the opportuniny to eat outside and enjoy buffet lunch and themed dinner. Life On Board Whether you want to join other guests in the theatre or games area (Wii™ consoles, etc), or relax on your own in a quiet corner of the library, Le Boreal has been designed to meet the needs of every guest.  Everything has been done to preserve the independence of each guest to suit their personal tastes: lounges for lectures and shows, a spa in partnership with Carita™, but also more intimate spaces such as the library and internet corner. Comfortable cabins, nearly all with private balcony, are available forfamilies either as triples or as communicating cabins. There is also a games area with Wii™ consoles, children’s menus, and a baby-sitting ser vice.Just as if you were on a private yacht, your time is your own to do as you please. Fitted with the latest equipment (Kinesis Wall, running machine) and in partnership with the famous Carita™ brand, the Beauty Centre on Le Boreal welcomes you for some unforgettable moments of relaxation and pampering (beauty treatments, hairdresser, hammam, balneotherapy).

Itinerary



Day 1 - Day 1 The day before embarkation – Buenos Aires
Meet and greet at the hotel by our local representative. Check-in from late morning.Lunch on your own and time at leisure in the afternoon. Dinner.Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2 - Day 2 Embarkation Day – Buenos Aires/Ushuaia
An early morning breakfast will be served before leaving to the airport for you flight Buenos Aires – Ushuaia.Transfer to the airport.Flight Buenos Aires/Ushuaia selected by PONANT in economy class. Approximate flight duration: 3 hours, 30 min.Meet and greet at the airport (English-speaking assistance).Capital of Argentina's Tierra del Fuego province, Ushuaia is considered the gateway to the “Great White“ and the South Pole. Nicknamed “El fin del mundo” by the Argentinian people, this city at the end of the world nestles in the shelter of mountains surrounded by fertile plains that the wildlife seem to have chosen as the ultimate sanctuary. With its exceptional site, where the Andes plunge straight into the sea, Ushuaia is one of the most fascinating places on earth, its very name evocative of journeys to the unlikely and the inaccessible…
Day 3 - Days 3 - 4 Drake Passage
Use your days spent in the Drake Passage to familiarise yourself with your ship and deepen your knowledge of the Antarctic. The Expedition Leader will first present the IAATO rules of conduct that must be observed during landings in the region and will explain everything you need to know about the Zodiac® outings. Lectures about the history and wildlife of the Antarctic will be an opportunity for you to learn more about this magical region, where every cruise is a unique experience. From the ship’s bridge, you will experience exceptional sailing moments before joining the naturalist-guides on your ship’s exterior decks to look out for albatrosses, cape petrels, and other seabirds flying over the Drake Passage.
Day 4 - Days 5 - 9 Antarctic Peninsula
To learn more about ecosystems, fauna and landscapes in Antarctic regions, go to the section “Discover Antarctica” of your cruise.Succumb to the magic of a place unlike any other. To this day, the mythical Antarctic Peninsula still holds real fascination and promises its visitors unforgettable moments. Throughout your adventure in this icy realm, you will find yourself in the heart of a spectacular decor in subtle shades of blue and white, surrounded by exceptional wildlife. Penguins, humpback whales, seals and giant petrels are at home here, as are elephant seals, fur seals, Antarctic minke whales, and orcas. Depending on which sites you will be lucky enough to visit, you may get the chance to observe them and share with them the beauty of these extreme parts.Each day, based on ice conditions, the Captain and the Expedition Leader will suggest Zodiac® outings or landings to discover the infinite riches of the Antarctic Peninsula. Glaciers, ice floe, tabletop icebergs, mountain peaks that plunge straight into the sea, volcanic beaches, research stations, enchanting bays, and vestiges of the whaling industry: these are the faces of the Antarctic that will likely reveal themselves to you, in a hushed and surreal atmosphere. You will sail in the wake of Jean-Baptiste Charcot, Adrien de Gerlache and Sir Ernest Shackleton, great Antarctic explorers who, from the 19th century, set out to conquer these remote and uninhabited lands.
Day 5 - Days 10 - 11 Drake Passage
If there is one place, one sea, one waterway dreaded by tourists, researchers and hardened seafarers alike, it is undoubtedly Drake Passage. Situated at the latitude of the infamous Furious Fifties winds, between Cape Horn and the South Shetland Islands, it is the shortest route to Antarctica. Seasoned navigators will tell you that you must earn your visit to the White Continent! As the Antarctic convergence zone where cold currents rising up from the South Pole meet warmer equatorial water masses, Drake Passage harbours a very diverse marine fauna. Don't forget to look to the sky to catch a glimpse of elegant albatross and Cape petrels, playfully floating about in the wind around your ship.
Day 6 - Day 12 Ushuaia
Disembarkation.Meet and greet at the port (English-speaking assistance).Transfer to the airport in time for check-in of the flight Ushuaia/Buenos Aires selected by PONANT in economy class.Approximate flight duration: 3 hours, 30 min.
Day 7 - Please note:
We are privileged guests in these extreme lands where we are at the mercy of weather and ice conditions. Landings on certain sites and the observation of certain wildlife cannot be guaranteed. They vary from day to day, making each PONANT cruise a unique experience. The Captain and the Expedition Leader will make every effort to ensure that your experience is as rich as possible, while complying with the safety rules and instructions imposed by the IAATO.

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
17-11-202328-11-2023AUD $19,030Superior Stateroom
17-11-202328-11-2023AUD $20,420DeLuxe Stateroom
17-11-202328-11-2023AUD $21,410Prestige Stateroom - Deck 4
17-11-202328-11-2023AUD $21,810Prestige Stateroom - Deck 5
17-11-202328-11-2023AUD $22,400Prestige Stateroom - Deck 6
17-11-202328-11-2023AUD $32,320Deluxe Suite
17-11-202328-11-2023AUD $33,710Prestige Suite - Deck 5
17-11-202328-11-2023AUD $35,490Prestige Suite - Deck 6
17-11-202328-11-2023AUD $45,030Owner’s Suite
27-11-202308-12-2023AUD $20,420DeLuxe Stateroom
27-11-202308-12-2023AUD $21,410Prestige Stateroom - Deck 4
27-11-202308-12-2023AUD $21,810Prestige Stateroom - Deck 5
27-11-202308-12-2023AUD $22,400Prestige Stateroom - Deck 6
27-11-202308-12-2023AUD $32,320Deluxe Suite
27-11-202308-12-2023AUD $33,710Prestige Suite - Deck 5
27-11-202308-12-2023AUD $35,490Prestige Suite - Deck 6
27-11-202308-12-2023AUD $45,030Owner’s Suite
27-11-202308-12-2023AUD $19,030Superior Stateroom
07-12-202318-12-2023AUD $19,030Superior Stateroom
07-12-202318-12-2023AUD $20,420DeLuxe Stateroom
07-12-202318-12-2023AUD $21,410Prestige Stateroom - Deck 4
07-12-202318-12-2023AUD $21,810Prestige Stateroom - Deck 5
07-12-202318-12-2023AUD $22,400Prestige Stateroom - Deck 6
07-12-202318-12-2023AUD $32,320Deluxe Suite
07-12-202318-12-2023AUD $33,710Prestige Suite - Deck 5
07-12-202318-12-2023AUD $35,490Prestige Suite - Deck 6
07-12-202318-12-2023AUD $45,030Owner’s Suite
06-01-202417-01-2024AUD $19,030Superior Stateroom
06-01-202417-01-2024AUD $20,420DeLuxe Stateroom
06-01-202417-01-2024AUD $21,410Prestige Stateroom - Deck 4
06-01-202417-01-2024AUD $21,810Prestige Stateroom - Deck 5
06-01-202417-01-2024AUD $22,400Prestige Stateroom - Deck 6
06-01-202417-01-2024AUD $32,320Deluxe Suite
06-01-202417-01-2024AUD $33,710Prestige Suite - Deck 5
06-01-202417-01-2024AUD $35,490Prestige Suite - Deck 6
06-01-202417-01-2024AUD $45,030Owner’s Suite
16-01-202427-01-2024AUD $19,030Superior Stateroom
16-01-202427-01-2024AUD $20,420DeLuxe Stateroom
16-01-202427-01-2024AUD $21,410Prestige Stateroom - Deck 4
16-01-202427-01-2024AUD $21,810Prestige Stateroom - Deck 5
16-01-202427-01-2024AUD $22,400Prestige Stateroom - Deck 6
16-01-202427-01-2024AUD $32,320Deluxe Suite
16-01-202427-01-2024AUD $33,710Prestige Suite - Deck 5
16-01-202427-01-2024AUD $35,490Prestige Suite - Deck 6
16-01-202427-01-2024AUD $45,030Owner’s Suite
25-02-202407-03-2024AUD $19,030Superior Stateroom
25-02-202407-03-2024AUD $20,420DeLuxe Stateroom
25-02-202407-03-2024AUD $21,410Prestige Stateroom - Deck 4
25-02-202407-03-2024AUD $21,810Prestige Stateroom - Deck 5
25-02-202407-03-2024AUD $22,400Prestige Stateroom - Deck 6
25-02-202407-03-2024AUD $32,320Deluxe Suite
25-02-202407-03-2024AUD $33,710Prestige Suite - Deck 5
25-02-202407-03-2024AUD $35,490Prestige Suite - Deck 6
25-02-202407-03-2024AUD $45,030Owner’s Suite

Inclusions

    • Outings and shore visits in Zodiac® inflatables with a team of experienced naturalist guides.
    • Lectures and information sessions hosted by our naturalist-guides, covering wildlife, history, geopolitics, the great explorers, climate, environmental protection…
    • Hiking opportunity.
    • Visiting research stations and former whaling stations.
    • Landscapes: a multitude of drifting icebergs, ice floes, imposing glaciers and tall, snow-covered mountains.
    • Wildlife: humpback whales, Gentoo penguins, Adelie penguins, chinstrap penguins, leopard seals, crabeater seals, Weddell seals and numerous sea birds.
    • Educational discovery in the respect of environment.
    • New: for your comfort, your cruise package includes an overnight in Buenos Aires the day before embarkation and the flights to/from Ushuaia.

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