Classic Antarctica
Accommodation - Cabins
All meals whilst on board
Transport - Research Ship & Zodiac
Services of professional Expedition Leaders and Ship Crew
All shore excursions and activities throughout the voyage
International flights, transfers and taxes
Pre and Post tour Accommodation
Items of a personal nature & spending money
Travel Insurance and Visas
Fuel Surcharge
(if necessary)
Tips for Crew & Expedition Leaders / Naturalists
The
currency aboard the .Ushuaia.
is US Dollar and Euro is
accepted as well as the following credit cards: MasterCard and American
Express. (For Credit Cards there is a minimum charge of US$100). We suggest that you
bring at least US$ 200 (in small bills). On most voyages, particularly to Antarctica, this sum will be more than sufficient
spending money as we will be navigating through isolated areas where spending
opportunities are rare. For services rendered aboard the ship, you will be
provided with a personal account using a chit system. Your purchases will be
kept on record and totalled at the end of your voyage. Your account must be
settled prior to disembarkation in cash (U.S. Dollar and Euro). If you prefer
to pay by credit card, we accept MasterCard and American Express. If you
do, please advise the Hotel Manager at the beginning of the voyage.
Originally built for the United States agency NOAA (National Oceanographic & Atmospheric Administration), the ‘Ushuaia’ has been refurbished to accommodate a maximum of 84 passengers in 41 comfortable twin cabins and suites. The ice-strengthened polar vessel ‘Ushuaia’ is very well appointed and provides ample deck space and an open bridge policy. The full complement of inflatable landing craft ensures superb landings and wildlife viewing opportunities on the otherwise inaccessible coastline.
All cabins include a desk and ample storage space. Public
areas feature a large dining room (one sitting), an observation
lounge and bar, a conference room with modern multimedia equipment,
a well-stocked library, a changing room and a small infirmary.
Our expert captain, officers and crew are highly experienced
in Antarctic navigation and have a great love of nature. We
provide a specialist team of international expedition leaders
and lecturers, all extremely knowledgeable, enthusiastic,
helpful and dedicated to the protection of the environment.
Our chefs prepare excellent cuisine including many local specialties
and the bar is well-stocked with carefully selected wines
and spirits.
Cabins
Your stewardess will make
your cabin in the morning.
Change of bed linen - Your bed linen will be
changed once a trip. If you prefer to have it changed more frequently please
inform our purser.
Change of Towels - In order to limit the use
of washing powder for our environment, your towels are only changed upon request.
Toilets
The marine toilets are
very efficient but also very sensitive. Please treat them gently and do not put
anything into them except small amounts of toilet paper. Dispose of used
tissues, etc. in the garbage can.
Water supply
The water from the tap is
safe to drink. Fresh water is produced by evaporating and condensing seawater.
Normally there is no reason for water-rationing on board, but water
conservation is encouraged.
Electricity
Electric
outlets on board are 110 V/ 60 Hz with American style plugs. This plug has two
parallel flat pins. However,
all cabins on the Upper Deck G are fitted with Argentine outlets. This plug has
two flat pins like the American plug, but they form a V-shape rather than being parallel and also has a grounding pin. The ungrounded version
of this plug with only two flat V-shaped pins or a plug with two thin round pins also
work. Please
bring necessary converters and adapters with you as only a limited number of
adapters can be borrowed on board. Some outlets are 220v-240v which are clearly marked. All
cabins on the Upper Deck G
are equipped with a hairdryer for your comfort. Additional hairdryers can be
borrowed from the Hotel Manager
Daily Program
Each
evening during the recap the daily program for the next day will be presented
by your Expedition Leader.
Included in the program is information about the next day’s activities, events,
landing times, meal times, and lecturers. Please remember that the
expeditionary nature of this voyage may result in changes to the daily program
due to sea, weather, ice and local conditions. Also, your Captain and
Expedition Team may deviate from the program to take advantage of unexpected
opportunities such as wildlife sightings, advantageous seas conditions, or
other local events. Any changes to the daily program will be announced over the
PA system. We thank you in advance for your understanding and flexibility.
Meals
You will
find the following dining options while aboard the Ushuaia: Meal times
vary depending upon shore excursions. Coffee and tea is offered throughout the
day.
Continental and American Breakfast
Buffet
Buffet or Seated Served Lunch
Afternoon Tea
Three-course Dinner
We can
cater for special diets if we know well in advance to make the corresponding
arrangements and supply. Some special diets might be more strict or specific so
any guidance on the type of meals and products as well as example of meals
would be most welcome. Kindly
also state this request on your Booking Form. We regret that Kosher meals are
not available.
Rubber Boots
A supply of rubber
boots or Wellingtons,
are available on board and includes a wide variety of sizes. It is recommended
that you bring your own only if you require a special size. Please note that
the boots on board have been used by previous passengers.
Group Size
84 passengers can be accommodated in 41 cabins.
Our expedition to Antarctica takes place during the Austral summer. Generally,
temperatures in the Antarctic are in the 20°F and 40°F. Although it can be quite sunny,
expect rain, snow, fog and a high wind-chill factor.
Visas are not included in the tour price or recommended daily spending money. For current updates on visa information you can try the website www.visaproject.com For information on the location of your nearest embassy or consulate we recommend the following website: www.yahoo.com/Government/Embassies_and_Consulates/