Antarctic ClimberDuration 17 Days » Grade 1A
A voyage across the Drake Passage to mountaineer on the Antarctic Peninsula[more]
 Scott Massif Photo: © Joe Metcalfe
IntroductionWe believe this to be an excellent opportunity to climb in Antarctica and visit one of the world's most remote and beautiful regions. During an amazing 12-day voyage from the tip of South America, we will spend a week on the Antarctic Peninsula, with time for several one-day alpine-style ascents of mountains. Jagged Globe offers this expedition in conjunction with our Australian partners, Aurora Expeditions. Our UK Sterling prices include flights, transfers and hotel nights in Buenos Aires and Ushuaia. You can also book 'land-only' with us in US Dollars, and we will happily arrange any hotel nights for you in Ushuaia... read morePlease note that the 25 Nov '07 and 26 Nov '08 expedition is 1 day shorter (16 days from the UK) than the 5 Dec '07 and the 6 Dec '08 expeditions.
PricesThe prices published on this website are for the least expensive (triple, shared facilities) berths on the Polar Pioneer. Availability of these berths is not guaranteed. Please contact us to discuss the type of berth you would prefer, their availability and we can then quote you a price.Antarctic Climber is offered in conjunction with our Australian partners, Aurora Expeditions. Our UK Sterling prices includes flights from the UK to Ushuaia via Buenos Aires, transfers and hotel nights in Buenos Aires (x 1) and Ushuaia (x 2). You can also book 'land-only' with us in US Dollars, and we will happily arrange any hotel nights for you in Ushuaia.
Experience RequiredPlaces on this expedition are available for mountaineers or for those who simply want to cruise down the Antarctic Peninsula with the opportunity to make landfall and climb some straightforward peaks.This cruise is graded between 1A and 3A depending on your chosen objectives... read more about grades Our Scottish Winter Courses and our Alpine Courses provide good skills preparation for an expedition.
Team CompositionIt is anticipated that the majority of passengers on the ship will be there to experience the cruise and to see the wildlife of the continent, with the opportunity to trek on the Antarctic ice under expert leadership... read more about leadersLeader Steve Bell (Dec '08).
Expedition ItineraryDay 1: Depart London for Ushuaia in Argentina, on Aerolineas Argentinas, changing aircraft in Buenos Aires. A stopover in Buenos Aires can be arranged, depending on flight availability... read more
Pre-Expedition MeetingPrior to all our expeditions, we host a Pre-Expedition Weekend in North Wales... read more
EquipmentTo join the Antarctic Climber expedition you need the following specialist equipment... read moreWe have a comprehensive Equipment Hire Service
InsuranceSpecial travel insurance is available from us which provides a wide range of cover... read more
Additional InformationIf you wish to discuss any aspect of the expedition or your suitability for it, please contact us by telephone:
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To get the most from your expedition, Jagged Globe offer courses to make sure you have all the skills and the fitness you need [more]
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