Ushuaia, Argentina – the southernmost city in the world!

We recommend arriving the day before departure to ensure you make the ship embarkation. Weather in this part of the world can be unpredictable and you want to make sure your flight is not delayed/canceled/missed. Plus Ushuaia is beautiful and you will enjoy spending some time in the southernmost city in the world. We will provide a list of hotel recommendations to travelers so that you can make your own pre-cruise night reservations.

Ushuaia has a small airport (USH). You can fly direct to Ushuaia from the following cities: Buenos Aires, Cordoba, El Calafate, and Trelew. We recommend you book your international flight from your home country to one of these cities then book a regional flight to Ushuaia. Buenos Aires is probably the best option for most travelers as a connecting city.

No, hotel nights are not included. This gives you the flexibility to book the hotel of your choice. We will send out a list of a few options to help you narrow down your search. You have the opportunity to join us for a pre-night on the ship for $299 per person. This includes access to your room early, a welcome cocktail, dinner, and an afterparty with an open bar and of course, you get the spend the night on the ship.

It is $999 to reserve your spot. The deposit and any subsequent payments are non-refundable and non-transferrable.

Yes, the remaining balance will be split up into equal monthly payments. The amount of which depends on how many months prior to the trip you have signed up.

You can check on your payment schedule on your WeTravel account.

It is mandatory for guests traveling with Albatros Expeditions to take out appropriate travel insurance before leaving home. Guests must ensure that their insurance covers cruise travel in polar regions and provides repatriation coverage of no less than 200,000 USD per person. We also advise that you purchase a full cancellation policy in case of a force majeure event, as traveling to the polar regions can occasionally be challenging, and disruption may occur due to the harsh conditions in these locations. You must have proof of insurance onboard with you, this proof must be produced on request from our staff.

To participate in our voyages, medical evacuation insurance coverage is mandatory for all passengers. A printed copy of your insurance must be provided if requested by expedition staff onboard the vessel. The medical insurance must cover any existing health issues the passenger may have, it must also cover medical treatment and medical evacuation in any area visited on the journey. Albatross Expeditions is not responsible for any medical or health issues arising during the voyage. In case of an emergency medical situation, Albatross Expeditions will seek to find the closest location on the voyage from where medical treatment and evacuation can be performed. The medical staff and Albatross Expedition’s Expedition Leader will decide together what course of action should be taken regarding any emergency medical situation. All passengers must accept this condition prior to embarkation.

Spots on the ship are non-refundable and non-transferable. Please refer to your travel insurance provider on what your options are for cancellation and reimbursement.

Yes! You will fill out a roommate questionnaire and we will pair you with another solo traveler. If you have a friend joining and would like to room with them, you both can indicate on your form who you would like to room with and we will make sure you are together.

14 years old and all minors must be accompanied by an adult.

Keep in mind that we will be cruising in a very remote region of the world. Where accessible, internet access is available for an extra charge. Mobile phone reception may be possible in select regions along our route. For further details please contact your mobile phone operator. Prices can be found in the information folder in your stateroom.

The majority of dietary restrictions can be accommodated. If you have special dietary requirements (food allergies, intolerances, health conditions or religious preferences), please inform us as early as possible – ideally, no later than 4 weeks before departure. In order to ensure efficient service, please re-confirm your requirements with the crew upon boarding the ship.

The ship has a 220v / 50 Hz cycle system. Please check your appliances before use. 110-volt appliances require an adapter prior to use aboard the ship.

The electrical outlets on board Ocean Victory are the so-called ‘F-type sockets’, round 2-pin, 220-240 V, grounded, used in continental Europe and Russia. They take C, E, and F-type 2-pin plugs.