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Itinerary & Excursions
| Day | Date | Port | Arrive | Depart |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dec 27Sun | Buenos Aires, Argentina | 12:00 PM | - |
| 2 | Dec 28Mon | Buenos Aires → Ushuaia | - | - |
| 3 | Dec 29Tue | Drake Passage | - | - |
| 4 | Dec 30Wed | Drake Passage | - | - |
| 5 | Dec 31Thu | Antarctica | - | - |
| 6 | Jan 1Fri | Antarctica | - | - |
| 7 | Jan 2Sat | Antarctica | - | - |
| 8 | Jan 3Sun | Antarctica | - | - |
| 9 | Jan 4Mon | Antarctica | - | - |
| 10 | Jan 5Tue | Drake Passage | - | - |
| 11 | Jan 6Wed | Drake Passage | - | - |
| 12 | Jan 7Thu | Ushuaia → Buenos Aires | - | - |
If there is one place on the globe that fires the imagination of travellers and arouses in them an instant thirst for adventure, it is the immaculate and faraway lands of the White Continent. Ponant will welcome you the Antarctic peninsula on an 11-day expedition cruise.
At the border between the Atlantic and the Pacific oceans, you will enter Drake Passage. As the the wind blows and the waves beat against the stern of the ship. In the sky, cape petrels lead you toward their realm until you reach the first of the continent’s lands. Discover the Antarctica towering glaciers, Wildlife, emperor penguins on a once-in-a-lifetime Adventure
What's Included
Hotel-style Accomodation
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner with Snacks
Soft Drinks & Water
World-Class Shows & Entertainment
Pool & hot tubs
Gym & Fitness Center
Spa & 5-star Amenities
Port taxes & charges
Complimentary Room Service
Flight & Transfers
Guided Excursions
Tips & Gratuities
Drinks Package
Free Wifi
INCLUDED
- One-Night Pre-cruise Hotel stay at Sofitel, Buenos Aires
- Air charter flights: Buenos Aires ↔ Ushuaia ( round trip)
- Baggage allowance: 2 bags per person (max 23kg/50lb per bag)
- Welcome Dinner at the Sofitel hotel in Buenos Aires
- All accommodation with luxury amenities
- Fine dining with French sophistication
- Complimentary Drinks including fine wines, spirits, cocktails, Beers
- Excusions with Excursion Gears, Kayak, Zodiac cruising
- Complimentary wi-fi
- Airport and ship transfers included
- All Taxes and Service Gratuities
Suites, Fares & Availability
Onboard Activities

Kayak Discovery Antarctica

Polar Plunge

Hike the White Continent
Land Programs & Hotels
Ship Details
Ponant L'Austral
L'Austral is an elegant luxury expedition yacht operated by Ponant, combining French sophistication with immersive exploration. Accommodating up to 264 guests and attended by a highly attentive crew, the ship offers an intimate, yacht-style atmosphere with refined accommodations, exceptional dining, and personalized service. Designed for both luxury cruising and expedition voyages, L'Austral provides privileged access to some of the world's most remote and spectacular destinations while ensuring comfort and elegance throughout the journey.

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All rates are quoted in USD and represent cost per person, based on double occupancy. Please contact us for the Single suplement rate.






































































