Christmas & New Year in Antarctica
on the Sea Spirit

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    Duration

    12 DAYS
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    Class of ship

    Medium Expedition Ship
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    Sustainability

    Advanced Wastewater Treatment, Energy Efficiency Management Plan, Food Waste Management
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    Passenger Berths

    114
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    Ice Class

    1D
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Duration
12 DAYS
/media/s4zhaf0m/ship-icon.png
Class of ship
Medium Expedition Ship
/media/2flfscuh/leaf-icon.png
Sustainability
Advanced Wastewater Treatment, Energy Efficiency Management Plan, Food Waste Management
/media/dx3mvpdd/bed-icon.png
Passenger Berths
114
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Ice Class
1D

Expedition overview & highlights

  • Celebrate Christmas or New Year amid Antarctic ice and wildlife
  • Cruise among sculpted icebergs and dramatic glaciers
  • Spot whales, seals and penguins in their natural habitat
  • Set foot on the White Continent

Celebrate the festive season in one of the most awe-inspiring places on Earth: the Antarctic Peninsula. Raise a toast to the holidays with fellow travellers beneath the midnight sun and create memories that outshine any traditional celebration. This unique small ship expedition combines the spirit of exploration with the magic of celebration. Cross the legendary Drake Passage and enter a world of towering icebergs, glittering glaciers and thriving penguin colonies. Zodiac cruises and shore landings will bring you face to face with seals, whales and unforgettable scenery. With expert guides, daily excursions and breathtaking landscapes, this is a festive adventure like no other. 

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