Unless participants arrive with a preformed group of four or more, they will be broken into groups depending on experience. No prior backcountry skiing experience is required for these clinics. The clinics will go until approximately pm and people can expect to be back in Ushuaia by pm. An expedition to the Antarctic is an exotic, life changing experience very few people have the opportunity to experience.
Check out a short video a client made:. Day 0: Suggest arriving in Ushuaia, Argentina a few days early. Ski tour and skills training. This room includes a continental breakfast. Guides travel and wages. Includes backcountry skiing fee. Group dinner in Ushuaia.
Group transfers from the hotel to the ship on embarkation and from the ship to the airport on disembarkation and all miscellaneous service taxes and port charges. Breakfast, lunch and dinner on board the Clipper Adventurer. Shore landings and Zodiac excursions as permitted by weather and local conditions. Presentations by our Expedition Team and guest speakers. Expedition certificate. Photographic DVD chronicling the voyage.
Comprehensive pre-departure information package Use of a pair of rubber expedition boots on loan for shore landings. These will be returned at the end of the voyage.
Airfares to or from your home city, whether on scheduled or charter flights Passport and visa expenses. Baggage, cancellation, and travel insurance emergency medical and evacuation insurance is mandatory. Ice Axe can help you to arrange this insurance if you need assistance. Excess baggage charges. Laundry, bar, beverage, and other personal charges onboard the ship or at the hotel. Telecommunications charges or the customary gratuity at the end of the voyage for stewards, guides, and other service personnel.
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Accommodation Sea Adventurer ship. Meeting point Ushuaia. Day 1: Arrive to Ushuaia, Argentina. Day 8: Paradise Bay. Day Charlotte Bay New ski descents and nature cruises of Charlotte Bay ; begin journey north in the evening. About the guide. Mountain Guide. Spanish English French. Truckee, California. Prices per person. Group of 1 USD each Select. Contact the guide. Price includes - Guiding fee - Accommodation - Transport during the trip. We advise people to bring wet-wipes for an impromptu wash while on the expedition.
What food will be available? Food is one of the most crucial factors for expeditions to Antarctica. We serve nutritious and filling food that will sustain you well, and during the planning stage we will ask you for any dietary requirements in order for us to adjust our menus accordingly. What is the food like? Union Glacier Camp enjoys a fully-equipped kitchen, where the chefs create freshly-cooked meals, baked goods and desserts.
Fresh fruits, vegetables, meats and cheeses are regularly flown in from Chile. All meals are buffet-style and served at set times, with snacks and beverages always available. When in field camps, we will eat lighter weight mountain meals prepared by your guide, although assistance with cooking tasks is always appreciated. What are the hotels like? Can I have my own room? Prior to and after this expedition, we stay in a fantastic hotel right in the centre of Punta Arenas.
This hotel offers classical elegance and its friendly helpful staff always look after the AC teams exceptionally well. Facilities include a restaurant, Wi-Fi and laundry service. Personal items can also be left in the hotel's secure storage when traveling to Antarctica. Do I need to arrive the day before the trip starts? And when should I book my flight to leave?
When traveling to Punta Arenas for any Antarctic departure, it is very important to arrive on the indicated arrival date. All of the group gear must be weighed for loading at least one day prior to departure for Union Glacier.
Flights to and from Antarctica are subject to weather, therefore delays can and often do occur so it is very important to allow some flexibility with airline travel arrangements at the end of the expedition. My travel agent says I can just get an 'e' ticket electronic ticket and will not need to be issued a physical ticket. Do ensure you print your itinerary and have your booking number with you, as this allows you to change your flight should this be required.
When should I book my ticket? We generally ask that you to wait until days prior to your trip start date to ensure your trip has met the minimum numbers and will operate. If you see a good deal and want to book your flights then ensure you can make changes to your tickets and it is a good idea to purchase trip cancellation insurance, in the event that you need to cancel.
Can I get a cheap ticket online? Specifically for expeditions to Antarctica, we strongly advise against buying a ticket online, as internet fares and frequent flyer fare purchases often have limited or no flexibility should you need to reschedule. Where do we meet? Will I be picked up? What if I am arriving early or departing late? Adventure Consultants can make reservations for you and can often make recommendations in regards to sightseeing that you can enjoy.
Please let our office know your specific plans. Do you have a recommended list of clothing we should bring? Yes, you will be sent a personal clothing and equipment list once our office has received your trip registration form and deposit. We do also have a dedicated equipment coordinator who will be happy to provide advice and answers to any questions you may have.
Do I really need all the equipment on the equipment list? Yes, these lists have been carefully prepared and you must bring everything on the list as there are limited options for purchasing additional equipment in Punta Arenas. How warm do we need our sleeping bags to be? This will be clearly stated in your recommended gear list. We cannot recommend enough buying a sleeping bag big enough to allow you to wear some clothes inside if it is especially cold.
I will be skiing at altitude, so does Adventure Consultants take this into consideration? On all of our programs, we seriously consider the altitude and ensure that all of our itineraries allow sufficient acclimatisation and rest days, if required. What altitude medication will be available on the expedition? Who goes on your trips? Our climbers come from a wide variety of backgrounds, interests, countries and skill levels ranging from those seeking skill development to those seeking assistance with the world's highest mountains or purely adventure.
I would like to arrange a private trip, is this possible? We are happy to arrange a private group trip for Ski Antarctica. There is no specific group size, but obviously larger groups are more cost-effective. Please contact the office for more information or visit our Private Customised Expeditions page. What kind of physical condition should I be in for an Antarctic expedition? We invite you to check out our Fitness Training for Expeditions page and recommend checking with your physician before embarking on strenuous physical activity.
You should come with a good level of fitness. Your training should be based around the particular movements required by the activity you will be doing. Building strong thigh muscles for the downhill sections is also a must.
How do I know this is the right trip for me? We offer trips to suit all levels of ability and ambition, from your first mountain experience to extreme ascents and everything in between. To help you navigate the choices available, our trips are graded by both the level of physical exertion and the level of skill required, allowing you to find your perfect expedition match. These ratings are displayed in the icons at the top of each expedition page, with a further explanation available by clicking on the accompanying question mark.
A full run-down of the categories can be found on our Difficulty Ratings page and our team is more than happy to discuss your experience to find the right trip for you. Will there be any access to a satellite phone? If so, what are the udage charges? As we rely on solar power, we cannot guarantee that the phone will be available 24hrs a day. Cold severely affects the system and delays can occur for re-warming.
If you anticipate that you may need to make frequent or long calls then please make arrangements before the expedition through our office. I want to contact my friend or relative, who is on one of your trips, how can I reach them?
The Adventure Consultants New Zealand office receives updates from our guides while they are in the field. The best place to reach a loved one is through our office. Will there be any power source for charging available throughout the expedition?
What voltage requirements? We take solar panels and sometimes battery power packs on our expeditions. Our first priority is to charge our satellite phones and expedition electrical equipment.
It is possible to charge via USB at Union Glacier Camp so if your equipment has this facility please bring this along. We do NOT recommend bringing rechargeable digital cameras as they tend to run out when power is not available. Use cameras with replaceable batteries and we recommend lithium batteries.
We can cater for special power requirements at an extra cost. Please enquire with our office. What weather report service do you use? How often do you receive a weather report in the summit bid phase?
During the expedition, your guide will receive daily weather updates from the team at Union Glacier as well as updates from the Adventure Consultants office. What insurance do we need to get? Traveling to Antarctica requires specialised medical and evacuation insurance. We do also highly recommend trip cancellation insurance to cover for cancellation due to medical and personal reasons. Do I need evacuation insurance?
Absolutely and as it is so imperative for departures to Antarctica, your insurance cover is double-checked before you are allowed to travel down to the ice. Who do you recommend for insurance? When you have booked on an Antarctic departure, we will send you information on the insurance option which will serve you best.
What is trip cancellation insurance? Trip cancellation insurance is an option that may allow you to cancel your trip without losing the total cost of the trip. Adventure Consultants highly recommends trip cancellation insurance for expeditions to Antarctica. If circumstances cause us to cancel a trip e. Can I pay by credit card? We can accept both the trip deposit and balance payment on credit card.
Please contact our office or visit our online payment system. What is included in the cost of my trip? Does it include airfare? Please see the 'Payment Conditions' section above for the inclusions and exclusions for this particular trip.
There is also a downloadable pdf document in the 'Trip Notes' section above.
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