11 nights from A$17,295*/PP
VALID UNTIL: 31 AUG 2022 | HOLIDAY DEPARTS ON: 20 NOV 2023 | CRUISE DEPARTS ON: 21 NOV 2023
HIGHLIGHTS
Experience a polar expedition cruise to the heart of the icy realm that is the Antarctic Peninsula onboard the beautiful L’Austral. 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. Thanks to Ponant’s small capacity ships, you can dock in exclusive ports in preserved locations. Onboard, the limited number of guests means that everyone can enjoy special moments and feel as though they are on a private yacht .
