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Remote Weddell Sea Explorer - incl. helicopters

Summary:

This adventurous expedition explores one of the least-visited areas on Earth, Antarctica’s amazing Weddell Sea. After visiting some of the same sites legendary explorer Ernest Shackleton’s charted in South Georgia, we’ll enjoy the Weddell’s exotic wildlif...

Duration
28 Days
Countries
3
Next Departure
07-Feb-2027
Starting at
EUR 26,000.00
Price per day
EUR 929.00

  • Overview
  • Dates and Details
  • Ship Route
  • Map, Destinations
  • Oceanwide
Operator
Oceanwide Expeditions
Ship
m/v Ortelius
Tour
Remote Weddell Sea Explorer - incl. helicopters
Travel Quality
Extraordinary Travel
Itinerary
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Summary

This adventurous expedition explores one of the least-visited areas on Earth, Antarctica’s amazing Weddell Sea. After visiting some of the same sites legendary explorer Ernest Shackleton’s charted in South Georgia, we’ll enjoy the Weddell’s exotic wildlife and colossal tabular icebergs.

Map: Remote Weddell Sea Explorer - incl. helicopters (Oceanwide)

Short Itinerary / Route

Day 1-3.
Sailing To South Georgia
Day 4-6.
South Georgia
Day 7-8.
Sailing To South Sandwich Islands
Day 9.
Sailing Along South Sandwich Islands
Day 10-12.
Sailing To Antarctica
Day 13-14.
Sailing Along Weddell Sea
Day 15-23.
Sailing Along Weddell Sea
Day 24.
Sailing Along Antarctic Peninsula
Day 25.
Sailing Along Antarctic Peninsula
Day 26-27.
Sailing To Ushuaia
Day 28.
Ushuaia

Countries (3): Antarctica (Argentina), Argentina, South Georgia

Ports of call (4): Antarctic Peninsula, South Georgia, Ushuaia, Weddell Sea

Important!

  • All itineraries are for guidance only. Programs may vary depending on ice, weather, and wildlife conditions. This voyage is offered in partnership with Saxon Expeditions Ltd. Landings are subject to site availabilities, permissions, and environmental concerns per IAATO regulations. Official sailing plans and landing slots are scheduled with IAATO prior to the start of the season, but the expedition leader determines the final plan. Flexibility is paramount for expedition cruises. The average cruising speed for our vessel is 10.5 knots.
  • Ship Information

    Ship Name
    m/v Ortelius
    Ship Type
    Expedition Ship

    Travel Package

     

    Coming from

     

    Going to

    Cruise...

    South Georgia

    Arrow Going To

    Ushuaia

    Sea CruisesThis is an Organised Sea Cruise, Luxury Cruise or Expedition: you will eat and sleep on-board of the ship. These are smaller ships that may transport a few hundred passengers, but not thousands. The cruise operator set the itinerary, the destinations, duration and departure dates as well as the price per cabin type/deck. Excursions and activities can be included or optional. You can join, enjoy and meet other people.

    Tour Variations

    Remote Weddell Sea Explorer incl. South Georgia - South Sandwich Islands - Neuschwabenland - Larsen Ice Shelf - Paulet and Devil Island - Elephant Island, incl. helicopters

    Remote Weddell Sea Explorer incl. South Georgia - South Sandwich Islands - Neuschwabenland - Larsen Ice Shelf - Paulet and Devil Island - Elephant Island, incl. helicopters (28 Days)

    This adventurous expedition explores one of the least-visited areas on Earth, Antarctica’s amazing Weddell Sea. After visiting some of the same sites legendary explorer Ernest Shackleton’s charted in South Georgia, we’ll enjoy the Weddell’s exotic wildlif...

    Next Departure: 22-Jan-2026
    Starting at: EUR 24,100.00

    Memberships and Financial Protection

    SGR AECO IAATO


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