
Title: | Ross Sea | Incl. helicopters |
Dates: | |
Tripcode: | OTL26-22 |
Duration: | 33 nights |
Ship: | m/v Ortelius |
Embarkation: | Ushuaia |
Disembarkation: | Bluff, New Zealand |
Language: | English speaking voyage |
Important: | Crossing the International Date Line |
More about: |
Antarctica cruises Antarctic Circle cruises Antarctic Peninsula cruises Ross Sea cruises |
PLEASE NOTE: All itineraries are for guidance only. Programs may vary depending on local ice and weather conditions and in order to take advantage of opportunities to see wildlife. Landing permits for Macquarie Islands and / or Campbell Islands and / or Mc Murdo Station may have limitations and are subject to approval and changes may occur; additional sites such as Balleny Islands and additional time in the Ross Sea may be offered as an alternative. The on-board expedition leader determines the final itinerary. Itineraries may mention places that require permission to land, which must be granted by the relevant national authorities. Such permission is not granted prior to the publishing of these itineraries. Flexibility is paramount for expedition cruises. The average cruising speed of m/v Ortelius is 10.5 knots. Helicopter transfers: During these voyages, we transfer our passengers to shore using Zodiacs. We also operate our two helicopters in sites where Zodiacs cannot be used. Potential areas for helicopter transfer are Cape Evans (the location of Scott’s hut), Cape Royds (the location of Shackleton’s hut), the Ross Ice Shelf, Peter I Island, and the Dry Valleys. Our plan is to make five helicopter-based landings, though a specific amount of helicopter time cannot be guaranteed in advance. Helicopters provide us a great advantage in reaching certain landing sites that are otherwise almost inaccessible, but this is a true expedition in the world’s most remote area: weather, ice, and other forces of nature dictate the final itinerary. Conditions may change rapidly, impacting helicopter operations. Please understand and accept this. Safety is our greatest concern, and no compromises can be made. The vessel is equipped with two helicopters. If one helicopter is unable to fly for whatever reason, helicopter operations will cease or be cancelled. One helicopter always needs to be supported by a second functioning helicopter. No guarantees can be given, and in no event will claims be accepted. Special note: Crossing the International Date Line Depending on which direction one travels across the International Date Line, a day is either lost or gained. (Crossing westward, a day is gained; crossing eastward, a day is lost.) Please take note of this when calculating your actual time travelled. The days listed in the itinerary duration reflect the actual time travelled.
Day 1: End of the world, start of a journey
Day 2 – 3: Path of the polar explorers
Day 4: Through the Pendleton Strait
Day 5 – 6: Sailing the Bellingshausen Sea
Day 7: A rare glimpse of Peter I Island
Day 8 – 14: Sights of the Amundsen Sea
Day 15 – 17: The epic Ross Ice Shelf
Day 18 – 20: Highlights of the Ross Sea
Day 21 – 22: Exploring the inexpressible
Day 23: The residents of Cape Adare
Day 24: Ross Sea to the Southern Ocean
Day 25: The windswept Balleny Islands
Day 26 – 28: Sailing among the seabirds
Day 29: Macca aka Macquarie Island
Day 30: Northwest toward Campbell Island
Day 31: Campbell Island’s bounteous birdlife
Day 32: Once more to the Southern Ocean
Day 33: Porting in New Zealand
Highlights you might experience
m/v Ortelius
Fortified for both poles of the planet, the ice-strengthened Ortelius is thoroughly outfitted to provide you an up-close experience of the Arctic and Antarctic. Full ship info »
Cabins & Prices
Quadruple Porthole

- 2 portholes
- 2 upper / lower berths
- Private shower & toilet
- Desk & chair
- Flatscreen TV
- Telephone & WiFi (supplemented)
- Hair dryer
- Ample storage space
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Triple Porthole

- 2 portholes
- 1 upper / lower berth + 1 single lower berth
- Private shower & toilet
- Desk & chair
- Flatscreen TV
- Telephone & WiFi (supplemented)
- Hair dryer
- Ample storage space
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Twin Porthole

- 2 portholes
- 2 lower berths
- Private shower & toilet
- Desk & chair
- Flatscreen TV
- Telephone & WiFi (supplemented)
- Hair dryer
- Ample storage space
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Twin Window

- 2 windows
- 2 lower berths
- Private shower & toilet
- Desk & chair
- Flatscreen TV
- Telephone & WiFi (supplemented)
- Hair dryer
- Ample storage space
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Twin Deluxe

- 3 windows
- 2 lower berths
- Private shower & toilet
- Desk & chair
- Small sofa
- Refrigerator
- Coffee & tea maker
- Flatscreen TV
- Telephone & WiFi (supplemented)
- Hair dryer
- Ample storage space
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Superior

- 2 windows (minimum)
- 1 double bed
- 1 single (sofa) bed
- Private shower & toilet
- Desk & chair
- Flatscreen TV
- Telephone & WiFi (supplemented)
- Refrigerator
- Coffee & tea maker
- Hair dryer
- Ample storage space
Price for the complete cabin, fully occupied.
Price for the complete cabin occupied by 1 person (1.7x the shared rate).