Expedition Cruise to South Georgia Islands with Roie Galitz, Nikon ambassador and world renowned wildlife photographer

A unique opportunity to explore the previously inaccessible paradise of Antarctica. Come aboard our exclusive ship and discover the hidden wonders, millions of king penguins, giant elephant seals during mating season, an abundance of whales, and various bird species.

 

Expedition Cruise to South Georgia Islands with Roie Galitz, Nikon ambassador and world renowned wildlife photographer

A unique opportunity to explore the previously inaccessible paradise of Antarctica. Come aboard our exclusive ship and discover the hidden wonders, millions of king penguins, giant elephant seals during mating season, an abundance of whales, and various bird species.

The South Georgia Islands

One of the most isolated and beautiful places on earth, yet with the largest concentration of wildlife. Also known as “the Galápagos of Antarctica”, the only access is via ship. The Islands were first discovered in 1675, with Captain Cook being the first to set foot in 1775. Today, only 25 people live there, and it is the burial place of the legendary Sir Ernest Shackleton. A piece of heaven on earth that everyone dreams of visiting, but only a select few do.

The Uniqueness of the Voyage

Boutique Ship

Our ship is new (2019), fast (15 knots), very steady (powerful stabilizers), and especially luxurious with a restaurant and bars, sauna, gym, lectures lounge, library, and open observation deck, and best of all, most cabins have a private balcony

Long stays at the beaches

The private ship is for our exclusive use. We have added extra beach stops. Since the beaches are restricted to 100 visitors at a time, we are not limited in the same way as the big ships are. Thanks to the small size of our ship (up to 96 passengers), we can spend as much time as we want there.

The most efficient route

We will spend the minimum of time sailing in order to maximize our time in the field. We will begin and end the journey in the Falkland Islands, home of the nearest airport, and our ship is particularly fast to quickly cover the distance.

This is my Story

Roie Galitz

For over a decade, Roie has been considered one of the best nature photographers and adventure tour guides in the world. He is a Nikon Ambassador for Europe and his photographs have been published in National Geographic, the BBC, and Nikon Pro Magazine amongst others. He is an Antarctic Ambassador for Greenpeace, and an in-demand international speaker in the field of nature and environmental preservation. He is the founder of the Israeli Photography Convention and the owner of Galitz - the largest photography school in Israel.

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An Amazing Experience for Every Photographer

An Amazing Experience for Every Photographer

:Our Ship

MS Magellan Explorer

A brand new ship, launched in 2019, equipped with the latest sailing technologies and advanced stabilizers to minimize roll at sea. The cabins are all spacious and comfortable, with world-class facilities.
Cabins featur a private balcony providing you the powerful experience of seeing the entire South Georgia Islands in their full splendor from, just beyond the guardrail - a breathtaking view that words cannot describe.

In addition, you will enjoy a sauna, gym, chef restaurants, and other luxuries. The small and private ship, designed for just 90 passengers, allows for an unparalleled, intimate experience and convenient beach access.

14-28
October 23

Starting at $15,800 for a deluxe room

This rare and exciting excursion is led by world-renowned award-winning wildlife photographer Roie Galitz, and the acclaimed PhotoTeva team of polar expedition experts, who guid hundreds of travelers every year to the rare sights of our world.

Itinerary

Day
1

Port Stanley

Pickup from Port Stanley airport, visit to the city and boarding.

Day
2

Saunders Island and Carcass Island

We begin the day with a visit to Saunders Island, where we observe Rockhopper penguins, black-browed albatrosses in their nesting season and Gentoo penguins. We then continue to Carcass Island, where we walk along the shore and watch the nesting birds whilst keeping warm with a hot cup of tea.

Day
3

New Island and Weddell Island

A classic experience of the West Falkland Islands, where we watch the albatrosses and large penguin colonies. Weather and field conditions permitting, we will head towards the Weddell Islands in the afternoon.

Day
4-5

Fascinating content during the cruise

As we head towards the South Georgia Islands, we will enjoy fascinating lectures by experts. The lectures cover a variety of topics, from photography to nature and wildlife. On the top decks you can enjoy magnificent views of the open ocean and various seabirds.

Day
6

Elsehul Bay

Ocean conditions permitting, we will at the Bay in the afternoon depart for a Zodiac boat tour towards the evening.

Day
7

Grytviken, Ernest Shackleton’s Grave and Fortuna Bay

Our first landing is in Grytviken, also known as “Pot Bay”. We will visit Ernest Shackleton’s grave and museum, and pay our respects to one of the most legendary explorers of all time. In the afternoon we will continue to Fortuna Bay, where we will observe the famous King penguins.

Day
8

Gold Harbour and Copper Bay

We will arrive at Gold Harbour in the morning. There we will observe magnificent King penguins, albatrosses, elephant seals in their mating season, and spectacular icebergs. We will then continue to Copper Bay, where we will view Macaroni penguins.

Day
9-10

St. Andrews Bay and Ocean Harbour

Today’s destination is St. Andrews Bay, where we will observe the largest colony of King penguins and elephant seals - an astonishing sight. In the afternoon we continue to Ocean Harbour where we observe shipwrecks and the deserted remnants of the whale- hunting industry.

Day
11

Prion Island and Salisbury Plain

In the morning we visit Prion Island where we behold the large nesting sites of the wandering albatross. In the afternoon, we sail to Salisbury where we see King penguins in a breathtaking landscape.

Day
12-14

Fascinating content on board the ship

We start the day returning to our departure point in the Falkland Islands. Throughout the journey we continue to be exposed to fascinating material via lectures and meetings planned especially for you by a team of international experts, adding extra value to the experience.

Day
15

Port Stanley

Our journey has come to an end and we will arrive at Stanley Port full of experiences and images that we will cherish for the rest of our lives. From there we depart to the airport.

Frequently Asked:

Our team is committed to accommodating the needs of all guests. We understand that everyone has different requirements, and we work with our guests to ensure that they have a comfortable and enjoyable experience.
Please contact us to discuss your specific needs, and we will do our best to make the necessary arrangements.

Absolutely, We provide complete flexibility in accommodating special dietary needs. During the registration process, you can indicate any specific requirements on the form, and we will promptly communicate them to the ship.

 

Get ready for an unforgettable journey reserve your spot today

Navegando en el Reino del Oso Polar

Una experiencia increíble a un precio insuperable

Del 9 al 18 junio ​​2024

Exploraremos el polo norte en uno de los mejores y más avanzados rompehielos del mundo. Con cabinas amplias (desde 20 m² hasta 63 m²), todas cuentan con ducha y WC privados, existe la posibilidad de elegir habitaciones con balcón privado. 

El rompehielos cuenta con un Jacuzzi a bordo y gimnasio.

Precio

Desde $7,106 USD por persona en una cabina con baño y ducha privados.

Categoría de barco

Premium

Número de participantes en el barco

115