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2024 Highlights of Antarctica Expedition

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Cruise Overview

  • Duration 11 nights
  • Departs 07 Dec 2024
  • Sails from Ushuaia, Argentina
  • Ship MS Fridtjof Nansen
  • Flights and transfersNo
  • Cruise code ‍2037492
  • Voyage code ‍USH-USH-0-FNANT2411

Your Itinerary

Hotel stay

One night hotel stay in Buenos Aires, Argentina Sat 07 Dec 2024

Hotel stay

Upon arrival, transfer to a hotel for your FREE overnight stay

A panoramic view of Ushuaia

Ushuaia, Argentina Sun 08 Dec 2024

A panoramic view of Ushuaia

Check out of your hotel and transfer to the airport for your flight to Ushuaia, Argentina

Upon arrival, transfer to the port and embark MS Fridtjof Nansen for your expedition voyage

Cruising Drake Passage

Cross the Drake Passage Mon 09 Dec 2024

Cruising Drake Passage

On the two-day crossing through the Drake Passage, the Expedition Team will equip you with all you need to make the most of your polar expedition.

Visit the onboard Science Center and find out what lies ahead. Listen to experts talk passionately about Antarctica’s history, the science beneath the ice, and the impact of climate change and plastic pollution.

Learn how to make your visit as safe and as low-impact as possible, and about the Citizen Science projects you can join.

There's plenty of time to relax, so unwind in the spa and wellness area, enjoy some delicious cuisine and meet fellow travellers in the Explorer Lounge & Bar.

Penguins in snow

Antarctica Wed 11 Dec 2024

Penguins in snow

Nothing prepares you for your first sight of Antarctica’s immense, frozen beauty. Surrounded by looming glaciers, and icebergs the size of floating cathedrals, Antarctica will fill you with wonder. Perhaps the most surprising part of Antarctica is the silence. It's a stillness that's broken every so often by the locals – the wildlife. 

Whales begin to arrive in greater numbers by December and January. This is also when the first penguin chicks hatch and seeing the clumsy clumps of feathers run around is always a charming sight. February and March offer peak whale-watching opportunities, when large amounts of krill lure them to the area. 

Here, nature is king, and we are mere observers. Our experienced Captain will continually monitor conditions to create the best possible itinerary for your adventure. Rest assured, each day will offer something different and thrilling.  

You'll join the Expedition Team on landings and ice-cruises, and may even get a chance to go kayaking among the icebergs.  

Back on board, the Expedition Team will continue their lectures, helping you grow in your insights of the frozen continent. Over five magical days, you'll experience this amazing world in a way that will stay with you for a lifetime.

Cruising Drake Passage

Cross the Drake Passage Mon 16 Dec 2024

Cruising Drake Passage

After five incredible days, you’ll have experienced so much in Antarctica. Your head will likely be filled with a swirling kaleidoscope of special memories and impressions. The next couple of days will be a chance to reflect on your adventure to the seventh continent. 

As your mind tries to conjure up the magical Antarctic scenery, now could be a good time to sift through your photos and videos to recapture a sense of its magnitude. Why not take the chance to unwind in the sauna, or enjoy a few relaxing spa treatments in the wellness area.

An aerial view of Buenos Aires

Fly from Ushuaia to Buenos Aires, Argentina Wed 18 Dec 2024

An aerial view of Buenos Aires

After breakfast disembark the ship, then transfer to the airport for your flight to Buenos Aires, Argentina

What's included *

  • Full board voyage on board MS Fridtjof Nansen
  • All meals including beverages (beer & wine, sodas and mineral water in Aune & Fredheim restaurants)
  • À la carte restaurant Lindstrøm included for suite guests
  • Professional English-speaking Expedition Team - an international handpicked team of highly educated experts of various academic fields with profound knowledge of the regions they sail in
  • FREE wind- and water-resistant jacket
  • Landings & activities on board included
  • Coffee & tea included throughout the day
  • FREE Wi-Fi on board for all guests
  • No gratuities expected
  • Use of the ship’s Science Center which has an extensive library and advanced biological and geological microscopes
  • Citizen Science programme allows guests to assist with live scientific research
  • Professional onboard photographer gives top tips and tricks for the best landscape and wildlife photos
  • Use of the ship’s hot tubs, infinity pool, panoramic sauna, outdoor and indoor gyms, and outdoor running track
  • Plus, book an Ocean View Stateroom or above by 8pm 9th May 2024 and receive a FREE Champagne Gift Box

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Polar Outside

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Larger cabins on middle decks. Most 20 square meters, flexible sleeping arrangements, some with sofabed, TV. 19 - 23 m2 Window Bathroom TV Double bed

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Arctic Superior

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Large cabins without balcony. Lower/middle decks, flexible sleeping arrangements, sofabed, TV, kettle, tea and coffee. 24 - 27 m2 Window Bathroom TV Double bed

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Expedition XL Suite

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Extra Large Corner Suite with private balcony. Ship’s most spacious cabins with large windows, flexible sleeping arrangements, sofabed, TV, minibar, bathrobe, kettle, tea and coffee, espresso maker. 46 - 48 m2 Window Bathroom TV Double bed Balcony

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Expedition Corner Suite

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Corner cabin with large windows. Flexible sleeping arrangements, TV, minibar, bathrobe, kettle, tea and coffee, espresso maker. Without balcony. 22 m2 Window Bathroom TV Double bed

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Expedition Suite

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Suites with private balcony, different sizes, top-high decks, flexible sleeping arrangements, some with sofabed, TV, minibar, bathrobe, kettle, tea and coffee, espresso maker. 20 - 28 m2 Window Bathroom TV Double bed Balcony

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Expedition Large Suite

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Large Corner Suite with private balcony, flexible sleeping arrangements, sofabed, TV, minibar, bathrobe, kettle, espresso maker. Adapted for guests with wheelchair. 35 m2 Window Bathroom TV Double bed Balcony

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The Ship - MS Fridtjof Nansen

  • Occupancy530
  • Tonnage20,889 tons
  • Length459 ft (139.90 m)
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MS Fridtjof Nansen honours the heritage of her namesake - the Norwegian explorer, scientist, humanitarian and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, Fridtjof Nansen. The ship features a variety of custom-built expedition equipment, including kayaks, a fleet of Blueye underwater drones and expedition boats for safe landings in remote areas.

What’s onboard: Expedition Launch, Expedition Team, Explorer Lounge & Bar, Gym, Lecture Hall, Library, Medical Center, Observation Deck, Outdoor Gym, Pool Deck, Reception, Restaurant Aune, Restaurant Fredheim, Restaurant Lindstrøm, Running Track, Sauna, Science Center, Shop, Wellness and much, much more.

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HX Hurtigruten Expeditions FAQs

Do Hurtigruten offer a Flexible Cancellation Policy?

Hurtigruten Expeditions requires proof of full vaccination for COVID-19. This policy applies to all Hurtigruten Expeditions sailings with a departure date in 2022.   For all Hurtigruten Expedition Cruises in 2022, we require all guests, to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 with a WHO-approved vaccine. You are considered fully vaccinated 14 days after receiving the final dose of a WHO authorized vaccine. All guests who were fully vaccinated more than 270 days ago must present proof of a booster shot. For guests aged 5 - 11, they must either have at least one vaccine or proof of recovery of COVID-19 in 2022. Types of proof accepted included a green pass, certificate, a doctor's note, or a positive test result with the name and date

Please note COVID entry requirements differ on Hurtigruten Coastal voyages.  


Do I need a COVID-19 vaccine to travel aboard a Hurtigruten ship?

Hurtigruten Expeditions requires proof of full vaccination for COVID-19. This policy applies to all Hurtigruten Expeditions sailings with a departure date in 2022.   For all Hurtigruten Expedition Cruises in 2022, Hurtigruten Expeditions require all guests (including children under the age of 18), to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 with a WHO-approved vaccine.  You are considered fully vaccinated 14 days after receiving the final dose of a WHO authorized vaccine. All guests who were fully vaccinated more than 270 days ago must present proof of a booster shot. 

Please note COVID entry requirements differ on Hurtigruten Coastal voyages.  


When can I book shore excursions?

Please note: Pre-booked excursions on Expedition sailings is temporarily unavailable due to COVID regulations. 


Last Updated: 01/07/2022

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