Antarctica, South Georgia &
the Falkland Islands Archives
for 2003/2004
ANTARCTICA, SOUTH GEORGIA & the FALKLAND ISLANDS...
an expedition cruise
RENDEZVOUS
DATE
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NO. OF
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SIZE
TRIP
COST
Dec 29. 2003
Ushuaia, Argentina
19
46
*$7,980
*Unless otherwise specified, cabins on Calidex cruises are drawn by lots and single travelers are matched up by gender. Everyone pays the same price with an equal chance to win the best double-occupancy cabin aboard ship—usually the spacious, well-appointed "owner's cabin". For this cruise those paying $7,980 and sharing facilities, and those paying $8,750 for an en suite cabin will all draw for the "owner's cabin".
THE HIGHLIGHTS
  • Zodiac landings on island beaches carpeted with wildlife and framed by spectacular snowy peaks;

  • Seven species of penguins, some gathered by the tens of thousands in some of the largest avian colonies on earth;

  • Icebergs of every conceivable shape and design populating blue seas in sculpted splendor;

  • Crossing the historic path of Sir Ernest Shackleton, and visiting his South Georgia burial ground at Grytviken;

  • Many species of albatross including the wandering albatross—the largest bird in the world that flies;

  • Seals in abundance—crab-eater, Weddell, Antarctic fur, elephant and the predatory leopard seal;

  • Nightly lectures to enlighten and entertain;

  • Unforgettable landscapes and innumerable
    photo ops;

  • Whales off the bow—humpbacks, minkes and killer whales in frequent appearance

    Click here for the Day-by-Day Antarctica cruise itinerary

VISIT THE MOST EXTRAORDINARY VENUES ON EARTH WITH SUPERBLY QUALIFIED EXPEDITION LEADERS AND NATURALISTS
Calidex has block chartered the 46-passenger M/V Grigoriy Mikheev, a former Russian oceanographic research vessel converted for comfortable cruising. Built in Finland in 1990, the 2,000 ton, 210 ft. long Mikheev cruises at 14 knots. The ship is equipped with an ice-strengthened hull, anti-roll system, a fleet of outboard-powered Zodiacs, satellite communications gear and the latest GPS navigational aids. Accommodations are in outside twin and superior cabins with desk, window, wash basin and ample storage space. Most cabins have a private toilet and shower; a library, infirmary, bar/lounge and dining room/lecture room serve as public areas.

Mikheev’s enthusiastic Russian captain and crew of 20 have wide experience in Antarctic waters. International chefs and knowledgeable naturalists and lecturers round out the staff. On deck, our naturalists provide an on-going interpretation of the surrounding wildlife and natural history, drawing on a wealth of Southern Ocean and Antarctic familiarity.

The Mikheev is superbly qualified to deliver a safe, intimate small-group expeditionary experience. "Small-group" is the key to quality encounters, both human and non-human. Compared to larger ships that board a hundred or more passengers, sailing on the Mikheev is a special pleasure.

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