EXPEDITION CRUISE

Antarctica, the Falklands and South Georgia roundtrip cruise

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CRUISE ID # SWANM0127010617

Ushuaia TO Ushuaia

Antarctica, the Falklands and South Georgia roundtrip cruise

Sail from Ushuaia into the Southern Ocean for a true expedition loop that pairs the wildlife rich Falklands with the raw, historic grandeur of South Georgia, then carries you on to the ice and wildlife of the Antarctic Peninsula before returning across the Drake. Each day blends time ashore and on the water with Zodiac cruising and expert led briefings that bring every landing to life.

TRIP STARTS ON
January 05, 2027
SHIP SAILS ON
January 06, 2027
HOTEL NIGHTS
Pre-Cruise: 1, Post-Cruise: 0
SHIP
SH Minerva
TRIP ENDS ON
January 23, 2027
STOPS
0 Stops, 0 Countries
CRUISE NIGHTS
17
OPERATOR
Swan Hellenic
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$22,325

WITH SPECIAL SAVINGS APPLIED

FARES SHOWN ARE PER GUEST

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About the Ship

Name

SH Minerva

Operator

Swan Hellenic

Ready to sail and explore in style and comfort? Designed for voyages to far-flung places and remote polar regions, the SH Minerva incorporates stylish, sophisticated interiors with the latest in cruising technology. This elegant 5-star expedition ship has a special PC5 ice-strengthened hull, and extra-large stabilizers, to make sailing with us as smooth as possible.

Ship Facts
cabin count
76
capacity
158
crew count
122
deck count
9
currency
USD onboard
gross tonnage
10617
language
en
launch year
2021
length
115m
speed
12kts
wheelchair count
2
width
24m

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DINING

When it comes to dining on your expedition cruise, our ships have a variety of welcoming venues.

From the gourmet offerings of the Swan Restaurant, and the Pool Bar & Grill’s delicious dishes, to the relaxed tapas-style dining of the Club Lounge, you’ll find exquisite cuisine, skillfully prepared by top chefs. Plus, our carefully curated in-room menu offers a relaxing dining experience in the comfort of your own stateroom.

Crafted Menus

Our menus please the most discerning palates, showcasing healthy, fresh, local ingredients. We cater to most dietary requirements, including vegetarian, vegan and diabetic, as well as gluten-free options.

The Swan Restaurant

As the main venue for breakfast, lunch and dinner, the Swan Restaurant serves gourmet creations from award-winning chefs. Our 152-seat restaurant serves international and regional cuisine, focused on quality local ingredients from the special destinations we visit. With an open seating policy, you can dine at your leisure, from breakfast through to dinner.

The Swan Restaurant Private Dining

Bespoke & private dining experiences will be offered both inside and outside (depending on the weather conditions and routing). Offering guests superb the opportunity to enjoy and explore top-tier culinary skills and the local landscape that is home to distinctive unique flavours of seasonal ingredients, alongside fine wines.

The Club Lounge

Vibrant and welcoming, the Club Lounge acts as a hub for relaxed get-togethers, 24 hours a day. With a variety of delicious food on offer – from freshly baked pastries and coffee, and traditional British afternoon tea, to tapas-style dining, and freshly made pizza – whatever you choose, it’s sure to be the perfect complement to a panoramic view of the glittering ocean.

Room Service

No matter what time of day, our carefully curated In-Cabin Dining Menu traverses perennial international favourites and a plethora of international delicacies, providing a world-class gastronomic experience in the comfort of your own cabin.

Start your morning right with a nourishing selection of breakfast dishes – from a healthy yoghurt, granola and local seasonal fruit to a heartier regionally inspired eggs benedict. Or opt for a more i....

Pool Bar & Grill

If you’re a fan of alfresco dining, you’ll love our Pool Grill & Bar! With stellar views of the glistening sea, this friendly space serves delicious dishes created from local, seasonal ingredients, along with grilled classics and handcrafted cocktails and drinks.

Entertainment

Swan Hellenic is all about genuine hospitality, and you’ll find your time on board will reflect that. We understand that your journey is all about your experience, which is why our friendly crew strive to give you the best service at all times.

The Observation Lounge

After a day of exploration, where better to relax than in the Observation Lounge. Sit back, savour your favourite tipple whilst getting to know your fellow guests.

Library

Take time to relax in one our spacious viewing areas and enjoy our wide selection of rich reference and other reading materials in the stylish library.

Swan's Nest

Take a pew in the forward-facing Swan’s Nest observation platform for extraordinary 180-degree views.

Reception

The Reception is located on Deck 4.

Bridge
The Bridge can be found on Deck 8.
Health And Fitness

Take time to indulge and invigorate your senses…

Explore & Restore

Searching for a new level of clarity and connection? Swan Hellenic has teamed-up with Chopra, a leading integrative health company founded by world-renowned pioneer Dr. Deepak Chopra, to create Explore & Restore – an extraordinary new program of transformative well-being voyages…

Embracing new horizons

Inspired by the healing properties of the sea, our new approach to well-being has been designed to take you on the ultim....

Sauna

Head to Deck 8 for the best views in the world. After a work out in our gym, relax in our panoramic sauna and take in the stunning scenery.

Spa

Choose from one of the many beauty and wellness treatments at our Balinese spa, including hot stone and bamboo massages, and pampering body care. Our sauna is the perfect place for meditative moments after your onshore activities or to finish a well-deserved pampering session.

Gym

Our state-of-the-art gym has everything you’ll need for an invigorating workout, from cardio machines to stretch bands and free weights. There are also instructor-led classes available, along with personal trainers, offering everything from resistance training and Pilates, to yoga and meditation.

Swimming Pool

On Deck 7 you'll find a heated outside pool along with pool side seating from where you can enjoy stunning scenery.

Beauty Salon

Choose from one of the many beauty and wellness treatments.

Enrichment

As well as taking you to unusual, off-the-beaten-track destinations, Swan Hellenic offers the company of like-minded people, and acclaimed experts, who give eye-opening lectures, and are on hand to chat throughout your voyage.

Our onboard experts are renowned in their fields and bring unparalleled knowledge to your adventures. Each moment with us is enriched by real insights into the peoples, cultures, wildlife, flora, geology and geography of each amazing place we visit. Wherever you choose to go, sailing with Swan Hellenic is a voyage of discovery, which is what makes us the first choice of adventurous minds worldwide.

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Excursions

No stone is left unturned when it comes to researching our shore excursion programmes. All aspects of the itinerary are carefully planned in detail by a knowledgeable, well travelled team to ensure each aspect of the cruise is delivered to the highest possible standard.

We’ve thought of all our guests, including the less mobile. Our 12-person hard-hulled zodiacs, the boats that take guests off the ship, have been designed for increased c....

Lectures

One thing we’ve discovered over the years is that our inquisitive, like-minded passengers share a thirst for knowledge. Sound familiar? Well, you’ll be pleased to hear we always select our lecturers and guest speakers with this in mind. We choose experienced people who give engaging and stimulating talks on a wide range of subjects that are relevant to the places we visit…

Our guest lecturers have a wealth of specialist knowledge, which ....

Basecamp
Basecamp can be found on Deck 3.
Expedition Lab

Love landscapes? Gain a deeper understanding of how your surroundings were formed from the knowledgable geologists you meet on board – and change the way you see the world forever.

Kids And Teens

Please note: there are no dedicated children's facilities on board.

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Smoking Policy
Smoking is permitted in designated outdoor areas on Deck 8 aft portside and on Deck 7 Observation Lounge's starboard side. It is not permitted in any indoor area or on balconies.
Language Spoken Onboard

On our ships, the primary “official” language spoken on board is English. Due to our international staff, many crew members speak Spanish, Portuguese, German, Italian, French, or Russian. Lectures are generally held in English language. Depending on the actual nationality split of each cruise, we provide technical support for online streamed translation for guests of other native languages. Please ask our Expedition team for support.

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Laundry

Our all-new ships have a laundry, dry-cleaning, and ironing service for a small fee.

For your convenience, we also have a “self-service” area on deck 4 with a Laundromat and dryer and an ironing station at no charge.

Age Restrictions

The minimum age to consume alcohol on all Swan Hellenic ships on sailings originating in North America is twenty-one (21).

The minimum age to consume alcohol on Swan Hellenic ships on sailings from South America, Europe, Asia, Australia, and New Zealand is eighteen (18).

Medical Services

If you have any health problems, there is a modern ship's emergency room on board our ships under the supervision of an experienced ship's doctor and an assisting nurse. This service is offered by our medical services partner VIKAND. Please note the consultation hours posted on board.

Am I allowed to take certain prescriptive medication with me?

If you require and are carrying a particular medication, you will need proof in ....

What To Pack

Our expedition cruises are mainly concerned with what happens outside the ship, so dress codes are very relaxed, and there are no formalities at mealtimes.

At breakfast and lunch, you’ll wear the clothes you'll be wearing outside (minus the outer gear). Once you’ve changed out of your expedition gear in the evening, you’ll probably want to put on something casual and comfortable. It’s always worth having an extra layer if you want to rus....

Currency

On board

The on-board currency is the USD. Onboard spending will be added to your final bill. It is worth taking a debit/credit card in case of any problems paying your bill. Remember to tell your bank before traveling to avoid having your card refused.

Antarctica

There is no official currency as Antarctica does not belong to one country. It is governed by the Antarctic Treaty System (ATS) signed by various nati....