Go to main contentGo to footer
Request a quote
The Great Austral Loop

The Great Austral Loop

  • Itinerary
    Ushuaia to Ushuaia
    Duration
    19 days
  • Dates
    Prices from
Request a quote

Come aboard Le Lyrial for an unforgettable voyage.

Discover the Southern Ocean as you have never seen it before! Embark on a 18-day polar expedition cruise to the highest latitudes, from the Falkland Islands to South Georgia and the immaculate lands of Antarctica.

Your expedition to the heart of the South Atlantic begins with the exploration of the Falkland Islands: as you sail in this archipelago of 200 islands, you will be escorted by sei whales. Composing the wild beauty of the shorelines are beaches of white sand, jagged cliffs, windswept moors and tall grass swaying with the wind.

Your ship will soon take to the seas once again, to reach the mountainous island of South Georgia. It is there, in the midst of gigantic glaciers, that Sir Ernest Shackleton miraculously ran aground during the famous Endurance Odyssey in 1916. Today, king penguins, elephant and fur seals that have taken over the black-sand beaches dominated by the tall peaks that reveal the Scotia Arc.

You will ultimately land on the frozen shores of the nearly inaccessible White Continent, Antarctica. White shades take on a thousand nuances as it covers the icebergs, glaciers, mountains and frozen sea all around you. You will be one of the rare few travellers to have laid eyes on this legendary land, the theatre of the greatest expeditions and the witness of the most extraordinary adventures. Above all, you are in the realm of the penguins – Adelie, Gentoo, chinstrap – seals, whales and seabirds that accompany you on this unforgettable trip.

We are privileged guests in these extreme lands where we are at the mercy of weather and ice conditions. Landings on certain sites and the observation of certain wildlife cannot be guaranteed. They vary from day to day, making each PONANT cruise a unique experience. The Captain and the Expedition Leader will make every effort to ensure that your experience is as rich as possible, while complying with the safety rules and instructions imposed by the IAATO. 

Overview

Your voyage

All-inclusive

Print
Destination

Destination

Antarctica

Ushuaia to Ushuaia

Duration

19 days, 17 nights on board

Human Adventures

Stéphane Peyron

Stéphane Peyron

Night in buenos aires + flight buenos aires/ushuaia + visit + flight ushuaia/buenos aires

Offers

PONANT Bonus 5%

Kayak Discovery Antarctica

Kayak Discovery Antarctica

Ref: UUIL45 - LY111125

Journey

Your daily itinerary

  • Exploring the Southern Ocean, between the Falkland Islands, South Georgia and the Antarctic Peninsula, to discover a dazzling natural environment.
  • Stunning landscapes (moors, beaches, hanging glaciers, ice floes, snow-covered mountains, etc.) and the possibility of observing unique wildlife (penguins, elephant seals, sea lions, whales, etc.).
  • Activities: opportunities for hikes, outings and shore visits in a dinghy with an experienced team of naturalist guides, to discover the history and biodiversity of this region.
The Great Austral Loop null

Customize your journey:

Guest

Sharing your journey with

Stéphane Peyron Nicolas Dubreuil

Stéphane Peyron

Staterooms and suites

Elegance and refinement

*Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability, and subject to change at any time. The category of stateroom to which this price applies may no longer be available.

Details

More information

What's Included

Important travel details

In your luggage

Itinerary