Physical Requirements
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Moderately Strenuous
Group Size
- This adventure has a maximum group size of 25 travelers with a local Trip Experience Leader exclusive to O.A.T. There will be other O.A.T. groups onboard, each with their own Trip Experience Leader
Pacing
- 13 days, with 9 nights aboard the World Traveller, a two-night hotel stay in Buenos Aires, and a one-night hotel stay in Ushuaia
- International flights from U.S. to Buenos Aires depart around midnight; 2 internal flights of 4 hours each, 1 with pre-dawn wake up
- Air travel time will be 11-17 hours and will likely have at least one connection
- All shore landings and Zodiac cruises will be staggered; travelers will rotate between these activities
Physical Requirements
- Walk 3 miles unassisted on uneven terrain and participate in 6-8 hours of activities each day; you will need to be able to walk on snow, sand, and pebbles
- Good agility, balance, and strength are needed for this adventure. Unlike traditional cruises, this is an expedition—you will board Zodiac boats daily, plus experience a Drake Passage crossing over the course of 4 days, when rough seas and constant ship motion are common; all landings in Antarctica are "wet landings" and you will be disembarking in the wild
- We require medical forms be signed and stamped by a doctor, as well as medical coverage of $50,000 and emergency evacuation coverage of $500,000.
- Throughout the expedition, travelers will be a two-day distance from the nearest medical facility; those using mobility aids or with medical conditions that might require immediate attention or evacuation will not be able to board the World Traveller
- The ship’s physician reserves the right to deny boarding to any traveler deemed unfit for this expedition
- We reserve the right for Trip Experience Leaders to restrict participation, or in some circumstances send travelers home, if their limitations impact the group's experience
- You may encounter animals on this trip. We make every effort to keep these encounters safe.
Terrain & Transportation
- Uneven surfaces, including ice, slippery rocks, sand, and snow
- Travel by 170-passenger expedition ship, 45-seat coach, and Zodiac
- All landings in Antarctica are wet landings, so weatherproof clothing is mandatory. Please note: A parka will be provided to all travelers prior to departure. Rubber boots will be provided onsite.
- Weather and ice conditions and tides may require adjustments to your itinerary to ensure your safety
Climate
- Daytime temperatures range from 30-45°F during cruising season
- Expect high winds and rain in Ushuaia and high temperatures in Buenos Aires