Expedition Antarctica with Cape Horn
This cruise delivers emotional highlights at the southern end of the world, starting with an attempted landing at Cape Horn and extending to the Antarctic Peninsula, where rock and ice create breathtaking natural spectacles. Key experiences include a flexible route through Antarctica’s white wonderland, spotting penguins, whales, seals, and seabirds, and marveling at majestic glaciers and towering icebergs during spectacular passages. Active adventures like Zodiac rides, landings, and hikes, paired with expert-led presentations, precaps, and recaps, deepen the journey, with stops at South Georgia, the Falklands, and the South Shetland and Orkney Islands, beginning and ending in Buenos Aires.
Highlights
• Emotional highlights at the southern end of the world: from Cape Horn, with an attempted landing, to the Antarctic Peninsula. With great natural spectacles amidst rock and ice.
• On a flexible course through the white wonderland
• Watch penguins, whales, seals and seabirds
• Spectacular passages – along majestic glaciers and mighty icebergs
• Active experiences: numerous Zodiac rides, landings and hikes
• Captivating presentations, precaps and recaps by experts
Departure 18.00 hrs
The legendary end of the world: Cape Horn. An exciting adventure awaits you at the legendary headland, which most other ships can only pass. If the weather permits a Zodiac landing, you can count yourself among the seasoned explorers who have set foot on this historic cape.
Experience the South Shetland Islands between ice and awe intensively – on deck as well as by Zodiac. Off the Antarctic Peninsula, your ship sails into the centre of the flooded caldera of Deception Island. Majestic glaciers and gigantic icebergs shimmer in Paradise Bay. The Lemaire Channel is also impressive, flanked by mighty mountains up to 1,000 m (3,281 ft) high. Icebergs ahead: at the bow and on the open deck areas, you can enjoy the best views of the white wonderland. You may even spot the flukes of blue whales, sperm whales and humpback whales as well as orcas. The South Orkney Islands are a lonely, glaciated world of icy wilderness located in the Scotia Sea. They are home to chinstrap and Adelie penguins, which can be spotted here. With luck, you’ll also see icebergs drifting off the rugged coast. Find out how the polar explorers live at the Argentinian Orcadas Station (depending on weather and authorisation).
In South Gorgia live Hundreds of thousands of king penguins side by side with elephant seals and fur seals on the coasts and cliffs – overwhelming natural spectacles that you can observe from a respectful distance after landing on one of the black shores. In addition, trace the footsteps of the explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton, who found his final resting place here in 1922.
Experience this bird paradise the Falkland Islands, which is home to around 60 species, at close range during your Zodiac landings. Observe rockhopper and Magellanic penguins, who share their habitat with kelp geese, striated caracaras, king cormorants as well as black-browed and wandering albatrosses.
Arrival 19.00 hrs
Overnight stay on board
Argentina’s vibrant capital is a fascinating and inspiring metropolis – with a lively atmosphere and rich in culture. The elegant boulevards, lined with magnificent buildings in the European style, reflect the city’s heritage as a former centre of Latin American luxury. From passionate tango rhythms in the historic quarters of the city to the delicious aromas pervading the delightful cafes, Buenos Aires is a melting pot of art, music and gastronomy that captivates every visitor.
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Balcony Cabin
Junior Suite
Grand Suite
Outside Cabin
French Balcony Cabin
Panoramic Cabin
Vessel Type: Expedition
Length: 138 m
Passenger Capacity: 230
Built: 2021
The HANSEATIC inspiration, a small, state-of-the-art expedition ship with a maximum of 230 guests, offers a perfect blend of adventure and comfort for explorers seeking to uncover the world’s wonders. As an international vessel conducting cruises in both English and German, it brings over 30 years of expertise from a market leader in German-speaking countries to every journey. Each expedition is a masterpiece, passionately crafted to reveal far-flung worlds—be it icy realms, tropical paradises, wildlife havens, or cultural gems—making every voyage a unique discovery aboard this exceptional ship.
Features of all cabins and suites
An ocean view with even more: exclusively outside cabins and suites, almost all with balconies or French balconies
Spaciously designed - enjoy a relaxing stay in rooms from 21 m²/226 ft² up to 71 m²/764 ft² in size
Exceptionally equipped - for example, with binoculars, Nordic Walking poles, air conditioning, coffee machine and mini bar (free of charge) and 24-hour cabin service
Separable beds
Rain shower and heated wall in bathroom (e.g. for towels and wet parkas)
Extensive infotainment with live broadcast and recordings of expert presentations, forwardview camera, navigation chart, films and much more
Restaurants
Aboard the HANSEATIC inspiration, a new kind of freedom blends adventure and pleasure with a culinary journey across three exceptional restaurants. The spacious HANSEATIC Restaurant offers flexible mealtimes and a free choice of seating, serving a daily-changing menu of global flavors inspired by local specialties, paired with fine wines and supported by attentive 24-hour cabin service. At the Lido Restaurant, guests can savor breakfast under the open sky or enjoy a perfectly grilled steak from the outdoor barbecue, complete with panoramic views and an open show kitchen. The specialty restaurant Nikkei fuses fine Japanese creations with modern Peruvian cuisine, delivering a unique dining experience that elevates exploration to new heights—all while bars in the Observation Lounge and HanseAtrium offer favorite drinks against stunning backdrops, from Nordic fjords to icy Antarctic vistas.
Fitness and Wellness
On the HANSEATIC inspiration, an extraordinary time out awaits after thrilling Zodiac rides, challenging hikes, or Arctic adventures. Unwind in the Ocean Spa, where a Finnish sauna with stunning ocean views, a gentle steam sauna, an ice fountain, and a relaxation room rejuvenate your senses, complemented by professional massages, cosmetic treatments, and eco-friendly products made from natural, vegan ingredients. Stay active in the 100 m² fitness room or separate course room—both with ocean vistas—guided by a fitness coach offering personalized advice and a variety of courses, either indoors or on deck. The pool area, with its flexible canopy, invites relaxation year-round, featuring water loungers, a whirlpool, and a bar, ensuring a perfect blend of indulgence and revitalization against the backdrop of the open sea.
Knowledge
Shore excursions and Zodiac rides come alive with deeper context through fascinating presentations in the HanseAtrium, a high-tech lounge where experts share daily precaps and recaps, doubling as an atmospheric evening bar for films and discussions. The Ocean Academy enhances the journey with a Study Wall and interactive poster of scientific insights, microscopes for exploring hidden wonders alongside experts, and Study Seats—with swivel touchscreens—for personal dives into science. Supported by travel diaries and destination videos, this immersive experience broadens horizons with cutting-edge tools and expertise.
Inclusions
• Voyage on board in selected cabin category
• All meals while on board
• All landings or rides in the ship’s own Zodiacs or tenders (potential admission fees or guided tours by • Local tour guides not included)
• Lectures on board
• Champagne welcome on day 1
• Mini bar filled with soft drinks in the cabin (refilled daily)
• Flat screen, DVD player and Wi-Fi in every cabin
• German and English-speaking service crew on board
• Comprehensive pre-departure information
• Port charges/taxes
• Travel cancellation expenses insurance
• Operator Bankruptcy insurance
• One pair of binoculars and two sets of Nordic Walking poles per cabin for use throughout the voyage
• Warm parkas, rubber boots & snorkelling equipment available for loan where applicable
Exclusions
• International and domestic flights unless otherwise stated
• Travel Insurance
• Passport and visa costs where applicable
• Gratuities
• Alcoholic beverages
• Any items of a personal nature including additional on board services
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