e.g. cruise incl. charter flight in a Smart Cabin from
cruise incl. travel packages to / from departure / arrival point from $ 34,533
Prices & bookingThe surcharge for single travellers on this cruise is only 20 % on the regular cruise-only price (applies to PLATINUM fare for Cat. 1 – 8).
Extend your stay with the subsequent cruise INS2503 and save € 2,000 per person (applies to PLATINUM fare).
Scheduled flight from Germany to Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires
City tour, overnight stay with breakfast
Charter flight from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia/Argentina, departure 18.00 hrs
Sailing through the Drake Passage
South Shetland Islands , Antarctic Peninsula , crossing the Antarctic Circle, Marguerite Bay
The semi-circumnavigation of the Antarctic is something very special for those in search of an unforgettable expedition. The HANSEATIC inspiration braves this endeavour on an incredible route from South America to New Zealand. The captain and crew flexibly adjust the itinerary to the constantly changing conditions. Experience the South Shetland Islands between ice and awe intensively – on deck as well as by Zodiac. Towering basalt cliffs, rugged volcanic rock and snow-covered mountains herald an impressive destination: the Antarctic Peninsula. Icebergs, glaciers and majestic mountains – populated by penguins, seals and a huge variety of seabirds. The small, manoeuvrable expedition ship promises unique days. Numerous Zodiac rides and landings heighten the sense of discovery. Stories of pioneers are brought to life on islands, in bays and in seas with names harking back to great explorers. Whether in the footsteps of James Clark Ross, Robert Falcon Scott or Sir Ernest Shackleton – you’ll follow their pioneering spirit on your expedition. With the highest ice class for passenger ships, the HANSEATIC inspiration can forge its way by crossing the Antarctic Circle to the most beautiful and rarely visited regions such as Marguerite Bay.
Relaxation at sea (cruise through Bellingshausen Sea, Amundsen Sea and Ross Sea – 13.02 will be lost due to crossing the International Date Line)
The following days at sea will be shaped not only by fascinating expert presentations on board, but also by the golden age of Antarctic research as the HANSEATIC inspiration cruises in the Bellingshausen Sea, Amundsen Sea and Ross Sea. These seas take their names from the daring explorers who boarded their vessels many years ago to travel this remote region without modern technology, putting their lives on the line – and they may well have been just as impressed as you are by similar views.
Ross Island , Terra Nova Bay , Victoria Land
It is the ideal season, the perfect timing – can the HANSEATIC inspiration make its way through the pack ice and drifting ice to get to Ross Island? Will the weather and ice conditions allow us to land in legendary places such as Cape Royds? The spot where Sir Ernest Shackleton built a base camp for his South Pole expedition in 1908 is now home to penguins. Cape Evans, by contrast, set the scene for the Terra Nova expedition led by Robert Falcon Scott, who never returned from his attempt to beat Roald Amundsen to the South Pole. The American McMurdo Station will also bring polar history to life (subject to authorisation). Perhaps you’ll spot emperor penguins and whales in this historically significant region. Another indescribable highlight awaits as you cruise in front of the fantastic backdrop of the Ross Ice Shelf: the gigantic wall of ice as tall as houses stretches for hundreds of kilometres. Next, Victoria Land welcomes you with an endless expanse in Terra Nova Bay, named after the ship that Scott was sailing in when he discovered the bay in 1901. The features here now include an Italian research station. In Cape Adare, you will find the ruins of a hut that Borchgrevink built in 1899 and in which an expedition team spent a winter in Antarctica for the first time. The spectacular natural surroundings are just as moving as the region’s past – including the largest colony of Adelie penguins in Antarctica with over 250,000 breeding pairs.
Relaxation at sea
Cruising off the Balleny Islands/New Zealand
Further along your route, you will come across untouched island worlds with a rich fauna that are hardly known in our latitudes. In a small group of like-minded people, the aim is to discover these paradises and develop a special awareness for them. Nature conservation is playing an increasingly important role in their preservation, which is why permits are becoming more and more complex. Destinations in New Zealand, for example, are dependent on the authorities granting permission to cruise and land. If they give the green light, you can enjoy mystical views of the largely glaciated Balleny Islands.
Relaxation at sea
Cruising off the subantarctic islands of New Zealand
Which of New Zealand’s subantarctic islands will a landing be successful on? With a bit of luck, you will experience Campbell Island and the world’s largest breeding colony of southern royal albatrosses. The Auckland Islands have the lushest flora of all the islands – yellow-eyed penguins and New Zealand sea lions are native here. The Snares penguin, meanwhile, is only found on the Snares Islands, alongside Cape petrels and albatrosses. By making this semi-circumnavigation of the Antarctic, you will be one of the few people who have delved deep into the secrets of this remote region.
Relaxation at sea
Lyttelton (Christchurch)/New Zealand, arrival 6.00 hrs
Scheduled flight from Christchurch to Germany
Arrival in Germany
The itinerary depends on official approval, weather and ice conditions. The natural experiences and wildlife sightings described are possibilities on this expedition and are not guaranteed.
The following programmes can be booked.
Please note that our pre- and post-cruise programmes are conducted in German.
For individual programmes kindly consult your travel agent.
The following programmes are offered in German:
Our popular pre- and post-cruise programmes include a broad spectrum of excursions and are usually accompanied by experienced Hapag-Lloyd Cruises tour guides. Recommended for guests who like to share their experiences with a group of like-minded travellers. Explore specially selected highlights of your holiday destination and enjoy the convenience of group travel – we will take care of the transfers, excursions and overnight stays.
Our travel concierge would be happy to put together travel arrangements tailored to your very own preferences. Whether you’re interested in boutique hotels, luxurious beach resorts, theatre-ticket reservations or restaurant recommendations in the most exciting cities, you can find exclusive tips here and by visiting www.hl-cruises.com/travel-concierge. Our travel concierge will be at your service before the cruise and when on board, of course.