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Emperor Penguin Safari
14 Days · Antarctica, Argentina
In 2005 the existence of 4000 pairs of Emperor Penguins, the most charismatic and photogenic of all penguins, was confirmed at a previously unknown site near Snow Hill Island in the Northern Peninsula
This is the only expedition that can reach this colony as the ship is the only one capable of penetrating the Weddell Sea so early in the season. This is a relatively close colony, and only possible for a few weeks of the year, early in the breeding season. The ice breaker will also visit other areas of Antarctica but the
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Emperors will be the main attraction. This ship is capable of going into the spectacular icy seascapes that others cannot and the rewards are huge. Whilst many ships turn tail at the sight of ice, the Khlebnikov relishes it, carving into the teeth of the sea ice, leaving shards in its wake and a satisfying exhilaration for those on the bow. Weather conditions may still
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play a part in the itinerary yet after aerial reconnaissance, passengers are dropped a short distance from the colony by helicopter. To watch them feed, toboggan and cajole and cuddle their young grey chicks is wildlife viewing from the top drawer and best of all you will have extended time in the rookery. Adelies, chinstraps and gentoos can also be seen on other parts of the Peninsula yet it is the Emperors, on ice, that are the major quarry. It is an overused epithet in travel, but this adventurous expedition is genuinely unique.
ARGENTINA
Tierra del Fuego Ushuaia Cape Horn Drake passage South Shetland Islands
Snow Hill Island Antarctic Peninsula
Antarctic Circle
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The adventure was, of course, fantastic. We almost had to pinch ourselves some mornings looking out onto even more unsurpassable scenery. The expedition leader and his team all worked so hard to make it memorable. Neil MacGillivray
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