In celebration of the launch of the vessel – Ocean Diamond – Goway is offering 25% off the cruise price for any departure if booked by April 30th 2012.* Plus extra value for Globetrotters – see the EGO section.
Ocean Diamond is fast and fuel-efficient. This allows extraordinary value at all price levels. Prices range from a very accessible $3,995 per person for a triple berths, to $29,995 per person for a balcony suite. There are also twenty-four dedicated single cabins starting at $7,995 per person, offering exceptional value to single travelers. Ocean Diamond features more onboard amenities than any other ship in Antarctica and has an extensive list of adventure options and special inclusions.
The ship offers two itineraries for the 2012-13 season. The first visiting the Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica. The Falkland archipelago contains two main islands – East and West, which you will explore by Zodiac excursions and daily landings. One landing that will surely stick out in your memory is at Port Stanley. This unique British outpost has a ramshackle charm to it. The largest settlement in the Falklands, you’ll spend your day here visiting churches, museums, wandering around town and perhaps mingling with locals at a typical British pub. In terms of wildlife, the archipelago is home to a variety of penguin species, including Magellanic, Gentoo and Rockhopper. If lucky, you may spot King Penguins here as well! We can also expect to see Black-browed Albatross and many other bird species around the islands, including an opportunity to see the two endemic species; Cobb’s Wren and the Falklands flightless steamer duck. The Falklands offers unique wildlife that is diverse as that in the Galapagos but with far fewer visitors.
The second itinerary offered visits the magnificent South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula. You will be able to visit penguin rookeries, scout for Humpback and Minke Whales and search for a number of the southern seal species, including the cunning Leopard Seal. The majesty of the Peninsula’s mountains will enchant you as you scramble up snowy pathways to vantage points offering you 360° views of your surroundings. One of these in particular, in Orne Harbor, gives the opportunity to visit a Chinstrap Penguin colony high up on a ridge. Here you’ll have the choice between going for a mountain hike or depending on the time of year spend time sitting quietly on a pebbled beach to enjoy the antics of curious penguin chicks. While cruising along the Antarctic Peninsula you will also have the opportunity to take the ultimate Polar Plunge! Cheer on other travelers or strap on a harness yourself to take a dip and swim in the frigid waters of an icy Antarctic bay.
For more detailed descriptions please visit the links provided below.
Please enquire about our great city stopovers in Santiago and Buenos Aires as well as excellent extension ideas such as Iguassu Falls, Patagonia, Falkland Islands and Easter Island.
OCEAN DIAMOND DATES
November 4, 2012 – 18 nights Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica: Explorers and Kings
November 30, 2012 – 9 nights Antarctic Explorer: The Classic Adventure
December 9, 2012 – 9 nights Antarctic Explorer: The Classic Adventure
December 18, 2012 – 9 nights Antarctic Explorer: The Classic Adventure
December 27, 2012 – 18 nights Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica: Explorers and Kings
January 14, 2013 – 9 nights Antarctic Explorer: The Classic Adventure
January 23, 2013 – 9 nights Antarctic Explorer: The Classic Adventure
February 1, 2013 – 9 nights Antarctic Explorer: The Classic Adventure
February 10, 2013 – 9 nights Antarctic Explorer: The Classic Adventure