Cape Horn, Falklands & Tierra Del Fuego

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Schooner PHILOS

LIFE ON BOARD

Philos has ample place to accomodate a crew of seven. Five guests sleps in three different cabins (two doble bunks and one single), with lots of storage space and bedside lamps.

Social life concentrate in the cozy salon, in front of the galley and the eather, which dry the condensation out of the boat and the soaked equipments. 

The cooking, very important in cold climate, is mainly french with some swiss specialities (fondues, roesti) and served with chilean and Argentine wine.

The captain and his crew handle the boat, but all willing hands are welcome. During long passage (Antarctic, South Georgia) a system of watch may be organised.

All expenses on board are included, except liquors. 

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EQUIPMENT REQUIRED

(Click on map below to see Large Antarctica Chart)

Foul weather gear (jacket and trousers), duffel bags (no rigid suitcase), good sleeping-bag, warm clothes, Polartec-Fleece
 (like Helly Hansen or Patagonia...), thermal underclothes, waterproof socks or woofly or fleece socks, plastic boots, slippers, trekking-shoes, gloves, hat, sun-glasses, personal medicaments and medicine against sea-sickness, ears plugs, eyes shade, sun-cream and lip stick, towel, flashlight (with spare batteries), music tapes, CD, MD , magazines (i.e. sailing), books (i.e. novels, easy to read), camera and a lot of films or memory stick!

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SAILING TO ANTARCTICA

Antarctica is said to be the coldest, driest and windiest place on earth, but none of these describes its attractions as a small craft sailing destination: this icy wilderness with no permanent human inhabitants is our planet's last frontier, a fabulous and virtually pristine paradise for wildlife with incomparable scenery.

Its a privilege for the daring sailor to reach this awesome land, and experience the special magic that has lured explorers, early wahlers and sealers, adventurers and scientists to brave its climatic extremes.

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MIDNIGHT SUN

 

 

 

The four weeks cruise on board Philos will first pass south of Cape Horn to cross the stormy Drake passage, named after the 16th-century English navigator, before reaching the Antarcic Peninsula, the region closest to South America. Both ocean passages will take us between 8 to 10 days, so you will enjoy during nearly three weeks the sheltered water of the peninsula.

 

 

 

 

 

Taking advantage of the long days of the southern summer, you will explore vast colonies of penguins, observe some of the great whales, watch hundred of seals resting lazily on drifting ice floes, and marvel at the extraordinary variety of shapes, sizes and colour of icebergs, towering mountains and dramatic cliffs dropping almost vertically into the sea.

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ENVIRONMENT AND SAFETY FIRST

Although expedition sailing is adventurous in its nature, the safety of our guests and crew is paramount. Philos has been built, equiped and is maintened to cope with the most challenging conditions, and manned by experienced and conscientious crew. 

You will also receive appropriate briefings before every landing to minimize the impact of our expedition on sensitive wildlife, delicate natural habitats, zones of special scientific interest and historic sites.

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South Georgia

Relatively few people have ever set foot in Antarctica, and even less in South Georgia. Officially a subantarctic island, it nevertheless shares many of the biological characteristics of Antarctica and can only be visited by ships.

South Georgia is viewed by many who have been there as one of the most beautiful places on earth. It has awe-inspiring scenery, with towering 7,000-foot mountains and mighty glaciers, but also low-lying, grassy areas and beaches. The wildlife is extraordinary, not only in its variety, but also for its sheer abundance. South Georgia is home to some 300,000 elephants seals, millions of fur seals, and 25 species of breeding birds, including Wandering Albatross, colorful King Penguins and an estimated five million Macaroni Penguins. 

Dare to explore these seldom visited places and pristine wilderness regions that will remain a lasting memory!

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SCHEDULE

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'Philos'


BBC Filming - Charles Darwin

Chilean Channels dep Puerto Williams

14th October 2008

( Fully booked )

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'AUSTRALIS' is a steel hulled, fully rigged motor sailor. She carries a comprehensive range of safety, operational and navigational equipment. A 180hp Gardner diesel engine powers the vessel and she is equipped with 2 zodiac tenders. She sails beautifully and has a powerful engine to push her along at 8+ knots when needed.

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'Australis'

Snowgum Press

South Georgia dep Ushuaia - 49 days

10th Nov- 28th Dec 2008

( Fully booked )

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'Philos'

 

Antarctic Peninsula

Antarctic Peninsula dep Ushuaia - 28 days

4th Dec - 31st Dec 2008

( Berths available )

$ 10,108 AUD per person.

 

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2009

'Philos'

 

Chilean Channels

Chilean Channels dep Ushuaia - 12 days

6th Jan - 17th Jan 2009

( Berths available )

$ 3,540 AUD per person.

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'Australis'

Antarctic Peninsula

Antarctic Peninsula dep Ushuaia - 30 days

5th Jan - 3rd Feb 2009

( Berths available )

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'Philos'


Chilean Channels - Bunker

Chilean Channels dep Ushuaia - 9 days

23rd Jan - 31st Jan 2009

( Fully booked )

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'Australis'

Due to a cancelation!!!!
Antarctic Peninsula

Antarctic Peninsula dep Ushuaia - 21 days

10th Feb - 1st March 2009

( Berths available )

$ 8,000 AUD per person.

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'Philos'


Antarctic Peninsula

Antarctic Peninsula dep Ushuaia - 26 days

8th Feb - 5th Mar 2009

( Fully booked )

$ 10,108 AUD per person.

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'Philos'


Chilean Channels

Chilean Channels dep Ushuaia - 12 days

11th Mar - 22nd Mar 2009

( Berths available )

$ 3,540 AUD per person.

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2010
'Australis'

Garrett Group Antarctica

Antarctic Peninsula dep Ushuaia - 21days

Jan - 2010

( Fully booked )

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'Philos'
SAS Army Alpine Climbers

Antarctic Peninsula dep Ushuaia - 26 days

2nd Jan - 2010

( Fully booked )

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