Classic Antarctica
« MV Le Boreal
| Days | Dates | Deck + Cabin Type | ||||||
| Stateroom | Classic Stateroom | Superior Stateroom | Prestige Suite | Deluxe Two-Room Suite | Premium Two-Room Suite | Owners Suite | ||
| 12 | Dec 8 '10 |
$9,995 | $10,795 | $11,875 | $13,695 | $16,395 | $18,995 | $23,795 |
| Destinations : Antarctica, South America, Argentina, Drake Passage |
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Day 1 Arrive in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Arrive in the morning and transfer to your hotel (where immediate check-in has been arranged), with time to relax before this afternoon's city tour. As complex as it is energetic and seductive, this port city has been the gateway to Argentina for centuries, bringing many porteños (as its multi-national people are known) into its boundaries. Although it is reminiscent of Paris, the true spirit of the city is evident in its diverse neighborhoods — each with a character as varied as the porteños themselves. Meet your fellow adventurers this evening for a welcome cocktail reception.
Day 2 Buenos Aires/Ushuaia, Argentina
Fly to Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world. Upon arrival, enjoy sightseeing and a traditional Patagonian barbecue lunch. Later, arrive at your ship and settle in for your first night on board. 'Le Boreal' is a comfortable, stylish ship, both spacious and passenger-friendly. Wander the decks, relax in the lounge and mingle with fellow travellers in anticipation of your voyage.
Days 3-4 Cruising the Drake Passage
The southward journey toward Antarctica is an exciting one. Fast-flowing southern ocean currents squeezing between land masses give the Drake Passage, the small strip of sea between the tip of South America and Antarctica, some of the world's roughest waters. An important trade route in the 19th and early 20th centuries, its stormy waters and icy conditions often made the journey around Cape Horn a difficult one, though the stabilizer-equipped 'Le Boreal' handles it easily. The krill-rich waters are a particular favorite with marine mammals and seabirds. Join 'Le Boreal's' naturalists on the deck to look for various species of whale and abundant seabirds.
Days 5-9 Antarctica
As the Antarctic Peninsula and its offshore islands appear on the horizon, a sense of excitement and expectation begins to build. Shore excursions are carefully planned by the captain and expedition leader to take full advantage of each day's possibilities. On most days, two landings are scheduled. Head out in swift and versatile Zodiacs, guided by expert drivers and accompanied by lecturers, to a number of penguin-filled islands in the South Shetlands, which may include Half Moon, Penguin and Deception. Other possible island visits just off the continental coastline may include Cuverville, Paulet or Goudier. Weather permitting, the ship calls on the Antarctic Peninsula. 'Le Boreal' also plans to sail through stunning Paradise Bay and the Lemaire Channel, referred to as "Kodak Alley," with other possibilities for exploration, including a scientific research station and the remains of turn-of-the-century whaling and sealing stations.
Days 10-11 Drake Passage
The ship's return through the Drake Passage is an interlude for recap and reflection, with time to compare notes with your lecturers on the wildlife, history and geology of the White Continent. While cruising through this historic passage, named in honor of Sir Francis Drake's voyage in the 16th century, you may be able to spot whale and seabirds such as albatross.
Day 12 Ushuaia/Buenos Aires
Disembark after breakfast and transfer to the airport to board your flight home via Buenos Aires.
Deposit & Payment
Initial deposit is $1950, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card. We accept Visa, Mastercard, and Discover. Alternatively, you can send a check to our Missoula, Montana, office or register online at: http://www.alvoyages.com/four-ways/
Final payment is due 100 days prior to departure.
Booking last minute? No problem! Please contact one of our trip planners, and we can get you on your way if booking less than 100 days prior to departure.
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Cancellation Policy
| Days Prior to departure | Fee |
|---|---|
| 90 days or more | $600 per person |
| 60-89 days | 25% trip cost |
| 46-59 days | 55% trip cost |
| 45 days or less | 100% trip cost |
MV Le Boreal
- Ship Highlights
- Passengers : 199
- Luxury Expedition Ship
Strength and style
'Le Boreal' features elegant design and innovative state-of-the-art marine technology. The vessel boasts a convenient and sensible layout, aided by three passenger elevators. She offers a single seating dining room, al fresco dining, an outdoor heated pool, and a modern lecture facility and theater, as well as an ample and comfortable gathering area and library. A full-service salon, steam rooms, spa and fitness center complete the amenities.
Adventuring in comfort
'Le Boreal' boasts elegant guest accommodations, among the most comfortable available on any Antarctic cruise. The ship features 104 outside, fully equipped balcony cabins and suites. Watch for whale breaching the waters outside your floor-to-ceiling window, then step out onto your balcony for a closer look. 'Le Boreal' is also outfitted with a technologically advanced stabilizing system to minimize the effects of rough conditions and keep passengers comfortable in remote seas.
Stateroom Features and Amenities:
- Fully air conditioned
- Individual stateroom thermostats
- Queen size bed (or 2 single beds)
- Mini bar
- Flat screen television
- DVD/CD player
- Satellite TV
- Wireless internet access
- Writing desk with stationery
- Private Electronic safe
- Designer soap and toiletries
- Dressing table with hairdryer
- Direct-Dial phone
- 110/220 volt outlets
- Power shower or bathtub
- Separate toilet
International cuisine
'Le Boreal' features two restaurants: La Licorne, offering gourmet, contemporary and international cuisine; and casual La Boussole, with indoor and outdoor dining for breakfast, lunch and themed dinners. There is always a selection of light fare and vegetarian dishes, and most special diets can be accommodated with advance notice. In-cabin room service is also available.
Ship Amenities
- Sun deck and multiple outer deck
- Observation areas
- Outside heated pool
- Library with extensive selection of books and DVDs
- Two restaurants offering exquisite dining experiences
- Panoramic lounge and panoramic terrace
- Three bars, boutique and reading areas
- Three passenger elevators
- Fitness center with state-of-the-art fitness equipment
- Hairdresser offering full-service hair styling, manicures and pedicures
- Spa, sauna and steam rooms
- 24-hour on-board medical facilities with certified doctor
- 24-hour room service and laundry services
- The Club lounge for live music and dancing
- Open bar (excluding premium wines, premium liquors and champagne)
- Theater seats more than 200 guests, with unobstructed views
- Wireless Internet access throughout the ship
- Electricity: 110/220 volts
Zodiacs
'Le Boreal' carries a fleet of Zodiacs, 10- to 12-seat motorized rubber boats designed by Jacques Cousteau for safe operations in rough and shallow waters. Passengers can explore remote shores where there are no docking arrangements and nimbly cruise alongside towering glaciers or near pods of passing whale. 'Le Boreal's' Zodiacs feature fuel-efficient motors that comply with all environmental protection standards.
Safety
Safety is first and foremost on board. The ship is equipped with a GMDSS emergency communication system and a satellite weather system, receiving real-time satellite images of weather and ice conditions in the area. Announcements update passengers on current conditions of the decks. English is the primary language aboard, so instructions will be clear and understandable. Passengers will be able to communicate with officers, staff and crew at all times. Finally, a full-time physician is on board throughout your voyage.
Eco-friendly cruising
MV 'Le Boreal' employs the latest environmental practices and technology, including using the cleanest-burning marine gas oil fuel and a state-of-the-art positioning system that eliminates the need for dropping anchor in fragile marine reserves.
Ship Data
Overall length: 466 feet
Beam: 59 feet
Draft: 15.3 feet
Average speed: 16 knots
Ice class: 1C
Passenger decks: 6
Passenger capacity: Limited to 199 on
Antarctica cruises
Crew: 136
Gross tonnage: 10.700 GRT
Electric Motors: 2 x 2,3 MW
Standards: USPHS – U.S. Coast Guards Rules
Comfort Class 1 – “Clean” Ship Certification
Flag: French
- Rates are quoted in U.S. dollars and represent costs per person, double occupancy. Request the Twin Share Program where you are matched with a cabin mate of the same gender. Even if a cabin mate is not found for you, no single supplement will be charged.
- Cabins are available for single occupancy at 1.5 times the double occupancy rate. The supplement for a suite is 2 times the shared rate.
- Rates do not include Buenos Aires-Ushuaia roundtrip charter flights. Contact us for details.
- Cabins are available for single occupancy at 1.5 times the double occupancy rate. The supplement for a suite is 2 times the shared rate.
- Rates do not include Buenos Aires-Ushuaia roundtrip charter flights. Contact us for details.
| Cabins | |
|---|---|
 | Stateroom 243 Total Square feet, outside stateroom with private facilities and balcony. Double bed or two single beds, mini bar, safe, wi-fi, flat screen TV, telephone. |
 | Classic Stateroom 243 Total Square feet, outside stateroom with private facilities and balcony. Double bed or two single beds, mini bar, safe, wi-fi, flat screen TV, telephone. |
 | Superior Stateroom 243 Total Square feet, outside stateroom with private facilities and balcony. Double bed or two single beds, mini bar, safe, wi-fi, flat screen TV, telephone. |
 | Prestige Suite 354 Total Square feet, outside suite with private facilities and balcony. Double bed or two single beds, mini bar, safe, wi-fi, flat screen TV, telephone. |
 | Deluxe Two-Room Suite 486 Total Square feet, outside two room suite with private facilities and balcony. Private sleeping quarters with double bed or two single beds, mini bar, safe, wi-fi, flat screen TV, telephone. |
 | Premium Two-Room Suite 486 Total Square feet, outside two room suite with private facilities and balcony. Private sleeping quarters with double bed or two single beds, mini bar, safe, wi-fi, flat screen TV, telephone. |
 | Owners Suite Outside suite with private facilities and balcony. Private sleeping quarters with double bed or two single beds, mini bar, safe, wi-fi, flat screen TV, telephone. |
