Penguins of The Far South – Falklands, South Georgia, and Antarctica
Quark Expeditions · Ocean Explorer · 19 days

Day 1: Your gateway for this expedition is Ushuaia, Argentina. Located within the Tierra del Fuego archipelago, Ushuaia has a small-town feel yet boasts many shops, museums, cafés, and restaurants that you can enjoy before your voyage. If you're feeling adventurous, the nearby Tierra del Fuego National Park and Martial Glacier offer plenty of outdoor activities, such as hiking. Day 2: As you embark, the anticipation grows. Trade your land legs for sea legs, meet and greet your fellow travelers, and get acquainted with your ship. Since every Antarctic adventure presents new opportunities and experiences, embarkation day is just as exciting for your Expedition Team as it is for you. Onboard,…
The sailing, in facts
| Operator | Quark Expeditions |
|---|---|
| Ship | Ocean Explorer |
| Length | 19 days |
| Region | Antarctica |
| Departures | 4 listed · 2026-10-25 to 2029-02-02 |
Day by day
| Day | Where |
|---|---|
| Days 1–2 | Ushuaia, Argentina |
| Day 3 | Day-at-Sea |
| Days 4–5 | Falkland Islands (Cruising), Falkland Islands (Malvinas) |
| Days 6–7 | Day-at-Sea |
| Days 8–11 | South Georgia Islands, South Georgia And The South Sandwich Islands |
| Days 12–13 | Day-at-Sea |
| Days 14–17 | Antarctica (Cruising), Antarctica |
| Days 18–19 | Drake Passage (Cruising) |
| Day 20 | Ushuaia, Argentina |
Every departure
| Departs | Returns | Days | Ship | Offer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-10-25 | 2026-11-13 | 19 | Ocean Explorer | — |
| 2027-02-10 | 2027-03-01 | 19 | Ocean Explorer | — |
| 2028-02-14 | 2028-03-04 | 19 | Ocean Explorer | — |
| 2029-02-02 | 2029-02-21 | 19 | Ocean Explorer | — |
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