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Antarctica, South Georgia, and the Falklands

  • 25 days aboard the National Geographic Explorer
  • In-depth exploration of Antarctica and the wild isles of the South Atlantic
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Ship/Deck Plan

National Geographic Explorer

The National Geographic Explorer is a state-of-the-art, ice-class expedition ship accommodating 148 guests in 81 outside cabins. It is fully stabilized, enabling it to navigate polar passages while providing comfort. It carries kayaks and a fleet of Zodiac motorized landing craft. An undersea specialist operates sophisticated video equipment, extending access to the underwater world. Public areas include a lounge and bar, a library, a spa, a fitness center, and a sauna. Services include a full-time doctor, two wellness specialists, internet café, video chronicler, and laundry.

Please note: The deck plan for the National Geographic Explorer is changing beginning in April 2010. See deck plans below.


Ship-Explorer

  • The standard bathroom aboard the National Geographic Explorer

  • The National Geographic Explorer sails through the North Sea.

  • The elegant dining room

  • The lounge is host to nightly recap and expert presentations

  • Cocktail hour in the ship's lounge

  • A Category 4 cabin

  • National Geographic Explorer

  • Fitness Room

  • The library offers a full collection of books and a 360 degree view of the ship's surroundings.

Ship Plan

Expedition Costs

November 2010 - February 2011 All
November 2010 - February 2011
Prices for the November 2010 - February 2011 season.
Category 1
 Located on Main Deck with Porthole 		$18,450
Category 2
 Located on Main Deck with Window 		$19,590
Category 3
 Located on Main Deck with Window 		$20,590
Category 4
 Located on Upper and Veranda Decks with Window 		$21,390
Category 5
 Located on Upper Deck with Balcony 		$25,570
Category 6
 Located on Upper and Veranda Decks—Suite 		$29,550
Category 7
 Located on Upper Deck—Suite with Balcony 		$34,270

« November 2009 - March 2010 costs

Due to shorter travel times between South America and Antarctica this program will switch from 25 days to 24 days beginning in November 2010.

Prices are per person, double occupancy. For a single cabin, add $4,890 in Category 2 and $5,150 in Category 3 in 2009/10 and 2010/11.

Round-trip airfare between Santiago and Ushuaia is included in the expedition cost. Round-trip economy airfare between Miami and Santiago is not included and is estimated at $1,285.

Deduct $250 per person from the expedition cost when you reserve at least nine months prior to departure.

Special Offer

Book by March 31, 2010 and receive the following
per person savings on our
November 7, 2010 departure:

$3,000 off cat. 1, 2 and 3 cabins
$4,000 off cat. 4, 5, 6, and 7 cabins

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