EXPEDITION AT A GLANCE - DEPARTURE POINT: Ushuaia, Argentina
- TRIP DATES: December 29, 2012 to January 22, 2013
- WHO: Professional or amateur photographers, nature lovers and all those who have always dreamed about embarking on a magical journey to Antarctica.
- REQUIREMENTS: Team-oriented, adventurous spirit, in good health, no sailing experience required
- COST: $12,950 all-inclusive for the entire expedition(airfare to/from Ushuaia & lodging prior/after expedition not included)
HIGHLIGHTS
- DESTINATION: Antarctica, during the longest days of its austral summer
- ATTRACTION: Towering peaks and glaciers, majestic fjords, prolific wildlife, abstract icebergs and amazing light
- EXCLUSIVITY: This voyage is incomparable to any other Antarctica tour. Actual time in Antarctica is around 17 days, 3-4 times that of other cruise offerings
- GROUP SIZE: Our uniquely small group size of seven participants plus three crew allows for an authentic, hands-on opportunity to explore Antarctica in what will be a very customized journey
TRAVEL MODE: Traveling by yacht gives us incredible mobility, flexibility and freedom to experience Antarctica in an intimate way
- ITINERARY: We will follow a general itinerary, but our interest in photography and wildlife observations will dictate our schedule, with maximum time on shore at amazing locations
- TIME ON LAND: We have the luxury to spend as much time on land as we want, not rushed by any rigid schedules
- PHOTOGRAPHY EMPHASIS: This expedition is dedicated to the specific needs and interests of photographers, with group critiques and presentations by Laurent Dick
EXPEDITION TEAM
- YOUR GUIDE: Laurent Dick, widely published professional photographer and experienced wilderness guide
CREW: Skipper and owner of the yacht, Henk Boersma, veteran of over 30 sailing expeditions to Antarctica and South Georgia, and a yet-to-be selected co-skipper
- PERMITS: Our yacht sails under the German flag. Permits to sail to Antarctica are obtained from the German Ministry of Environment (Umweltbundesamt Deutschland)
- SAFETY: Your safety is our priority! Skipper Henk Boersma is considered one of the most experienced skippers in Antarctica and has an impeccable safety record
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT THE EXPEDITION WEBSITE WWW.SAILANTARCTICA.COM





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