
This expedition is pure Antarctica. Explore its peninsula during the late austral summer season, the best time for whale watching and to see penguins growing new plumage. We’ll also attempt to sail south of the Antarctic Circle to Marguerite Bay, a remote region that few ever get to visit.
Tango, taste, and shows
Your journey kicks off with a night in Buenos Aires, the place for tango, steak, and shows. The next morning, you’ll fly to the southern city of Ushuaia to board the hybrid electric-powered MS Fridtjof Nansen. We enter expedition mode as we enter the Drake Passage. The ice, sea, and weather conditions become more unpredictable from now on, so we may have to adapt our itinerary accordingly. It’s all part of being on an expedition. Our experienced captain and Expedition Team will take nature’s forces into account and bring you to the best site possible every day.
Going boldly beyond the Antarctic Circle
Our expedition will bring us ashore in Antarctica and on ice cruises whenever possible. Marvel at icebergs and beautiful sunsets, spot whales, and visit colonies of molting penguins. The Expedition Team will give lectures and organize optional activities such as kayaking. Weather and sea ice permitting, we’ll sail beyond 66°33 South, and maybe even explore research stations around the usually hard-to-reach Marguerite Bay.

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Day 1Buenos Aires
‘City of Fury’
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Day 2Buenos Aires/Ushuaia
The journey to Antarctica begins
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Day 3-4Drake Passage
The ‘Rite of Passage’
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Day 5-15Antarctica
Going boldly beyond the Antarctic Circle
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Day 16-17Drake Passage
Rest and relax on the return journey
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Day 18Ushuaia/Buenos Aires
The end of a grand Antarctic adventure
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What's Included
Included in Your Expedition
Hotel
- Overnight in Buenos Aires before the expedition cruise, including breakfast
Flights
- Flights in economy class between Buenos Aires and Ushuaia
Transfers
- Transfer from the hotel in Buenos Aires to the airport before the expedition cruise
- Transfers between the Ushuaia airport and the ship, including a brief tour of the town
Expedition Cruise
- Expedition cruise in a cabin of your choice
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner, including beverages (house beer and wine, sodas, and mineral water) in restaurants Aune and Fredheim
- Fine-dining À la carte restaurant Lindstrøm is included for suite guests
- Complimentary tea and coffee
- Complimentary Wi-Fi on board. Be aware that we sail in remote areas with limited connection. Streaming is not supported.
- Complimentary reusable water bottle to fill at onboard water refill stations
- English-speaking Expedition Team who organize and guide activities, both on board and ashore
- Range of included activities
Onboard activities
- Experts from the Expedition Team present detailed lectures on a variety of topics
- Use the ship’s Science Center, which features an extensive library and advanced biological and geological microscopes
- The Citizen Science program allows guests to contribute to current scientific research projects
- The onboard professional photographer will give tips and tricks for taking the best landscape and wildlife photos
- The ship has hot tubs, a sauna, an outdoor and indoor gym, and an outdoor running track
- Participate in informal gatherings with the crew, such as daily recaps and the next day’s preparations
Landing activities
- Escorted landings in a small boat (RIB) while in Antarctica
- Loan of boots, trekking pole, and all equipment needed for the activities
- Complimentary wind- and water-resistant expedition jacket
- Expedition photographer will help configure your camera settings before landings
Not Included In Your Expedition
- International flights
- Travel protection
- Baggage handling
- Optional shore excursions with our local partners
- Optional small-group activities with our Expedition Team
- Optional treatments in the onboard wellness and spa area
Notes
- All planned activities are subject to weather and ice conditions
- Excursions and activities are subject to change
- Please ensure you can meet all entry and boarding requirements
- No gratuities are expected
Photo: Espen Mills and Getty Images, Sigfrid López
MS Fridtjof Nansen
Year built | 2020 |
Shipyard | Kleven Yards, Norway |
Passenger capacity | 530 (500 in Antarctica) |
Gross tonnage | 20 889 T |
Length | 140 m / 459 ft |
Beam | 23.6 m / 77 ft |
Speed | 15 knots |
MS Fridtjof Nansen is the latest addition to Hurtigruten’s fleet of custom-built ships – and represents the next generation of expedition ships. She will explore some of the most spectacular corners of the globe.
Practical Information
Sailing with MS Fridtjof Nansen
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MS Fridtjof Nansen: Life on board and Practical information
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Meet Our Expedition Team
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Landing Sites in Antarctica
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Young Explorers’ Program: Bring your kids on board
Before you travel with MS Fridtjof Nansen
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