polar star

Welcome to Victory Adventure Expeditions Ltd, the world's most southern cruise agency. Expeditions to the Antarctic Peninsula, South Georgia, Cape Horn, Falklands & Tierra Del Fuego. On these sailing tours you'll see: Majestic mountains dipped in snow...Crystalline waterways...Dolphins, seals... Soaring Andes condors...Ice-blue Glaciers that shimmer like jewels...

VICTORY ADVENTURE'S ANTARCTICA EXPEDITIONS

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Polar Star expeditions for 2006/2007

The Great Antarctic Experience

Highlights: Comfortable icebreaker, well priced "classic" voyage, 5 days in Antarctica & Shetland Islands, and fantastic observation lounge.

Ushuaia, Argentina and Return - 11 Days
Aboard the Polar Star
12/10/2006
Book by Aug 15, 2006 and save 20% per person. This is a savings of up to $1,761!
Discounted Rates: $3,764 - $7,044
(Regular Rates: $4,705 - $8,805)

Offer expires Aug 15!

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Antarctic Peninsula, South Georgia and the Falkland Islands
Nov. 22 - Dec. 10, 2006 – PS67-01 (19 days/18 nights)

The Classic Antarctic Expedition I
Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands
Dec. 10 – Dec. 20, 2006 – PS67-02 (11 days/10 nights)
Dec. 20 – Dec. 30, 2006 – PS67-03 (11 days/10 nights) SOLD OUT

The Classic Antarctic Expedition II
Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands.
Dec. 30, 2006 – Jan. 8, 2007 – PS67-04 (10 days/9 nights)
Jan. 8 – Jan. 17, 2007 – PS67-05 (10 days/9 nights)
Jan. 17 – Jan. 26, 2007 – PS67-06 (10 days/9 nights)

Antarctica & Polar Circle
Certain events stand out over time. Remarkable landmarks that are reached is one of those achievements. While this is just an imaginary line on a chart – it is a meaningful latitude (66°30’S) for many.
Jan. 26 – Feb. 6, 2007 – PS67-07 (12 days/11 nights)

Grand Antarctic Finale
Antarctic Peninsula, South Georgia and the Falkland Islands
Feb. 26 – Mar. 16, 2007 – PS67-10 (19 days/18 nights)

Please contact Capt. Ben Garrett at CaptainBen@victory-cruises.com for more info on tese trips.

Antarctic Expeditions

The Grand Antarctic Expedition:
South Georgia and Falklands

PS67-01
Nov. 22, 2006 – Dec. 10, 2007
(19 days/ 18 nights)

PS67-10
Feb. 26 – March 16, 2007
(19 days / 18 nights)

DAY 1: USHUAIA – Embark the M/V Polar Star in Ushuaia and be a part of our exciting final Antarctic expedition of the season.
DAYS 2 – 3: DRAKE PASSAGE – From the bridge, observation lounge or deck, spot the first iceberg of the trip and watch for whale, dolphin and birds. Enjoy our extensive and varied lecture schedule which will prepare you for the experiences ahead.
DAY 4: SOUTH SHETLAND ISLAND – On Deception Island, we will have the opportunity to feel warm air escaping through volcanic vents in the ground – the phenomena caused by the island’s dormant volcano. We also plan to explore Chinstrap penguin rookeries on Half Moon Island and will be on the lookout for Antarctic Tern, Kelp Gull, Skua, Antarctic Shag and Sheathbill as well as visiting seals and whales.
DAYS 5-6: ANTARCTIC PENINSULA & WEDDELL SEA – As your Captain navigates through ice in the Weddell Sea, we immerse ourselves in the natural and historic richness of the region. Zodiacs will take us cruising around pristine white icebergs and whisk us to land to be amongst crowds of busy penguins and seals, both onshore and in the clear turquoise waters. We plan to visit the volcanic Paulet Island at the rim of the Weddell Sea and home to an Adelie Penguin rookery, Weddell Seal, Fur Seal, Blue Eyed Shag and Petrel. Here, Adelie Penguins live amongst the ruins of the hut built by the crew of Nordenskjöld’s infamous 1902-03 stranding. Landings are also planned for Brown Bluff, a volcanic mountain, Devil’s Island and Snow Hill Island.
DAYS 7-9: AT SEA & SOUTH ORKNEY ISLANDS – While at sea we spend time continuing our education of the Antarctic or simply absorbing our breathtaking surroundings. If weather conditions allow, we plan to land at South Orkney Islands, an area with a long history in science and research and home to the Weddell, Leopard, Crabeater and Elephant Seal – numbers which have returned dramatically after near extermination by the sealing industry.
DAYS 10-13: SOUTH GEORGIA – This is an unbelievable opportunity to see crowds of Gentoo, Adelie, Marconi, King and Chinstrap penguins who live in an amazing environment of rugged glacial peaks, fjords and tussock grass. We plan to land at Grytviken, where, in the Whaler’s Cemetery, the grave of Polar explorer Ernest Shackelton can be found, as well as an interesting museum and Norwegian church. Other planned landings include Royal Bay, Fortuna Bay and Stromness.
DAYS 14-15: AT SEA – We steam for the Falkland Islands while relaxing on board, attending lectures and spotting the beautiful and varied sea and birdlife.
DAYS 16 – 17: FALKLAND ISLANDS – We land at Stanley and make a visit to the museum to learn about the natural and political history of the area. This archipelago is rich in scenery and wildlife, home to albatrosses, petrels, seals and five species of penguin. We also hope to visit West Point and New Island.
DAYS 18: AT SEA - With heads and hearts full of unforgettable experiences we leave the Antarctic, bound for Argentina. Our day will be busy with the final lecture program and debriefing.
DAY 19: USHUAIA - We disembark after breakfast in Ushuaia fondly known as “fin del mundo” (end of the world).

Notes: Prices per person, double occupancy.

Included:
Cruise only; accommodation onboard; meals, coffee, tea and juice throughout duration of cruise; onboard lectures and activities; port charges and all shore excursions unless specifically stated.

Not Included
Air transportation and transfers to and from M/V Polar Star; visa, passport, vaccination charges and airport departure taxes; pre and post cruise activities; hotels and meals not included in the ship cruise itinerary; emergency evacuation charges; onboard gratuities; personal expenses including laundry, postage, personal clothing requirements; medical expenses; personal travel insurance; items of a personal nature such as bar charges (alcohol, bottled water, sodas); communication costs (phone, fax, email) and shop purchases.

Costs:

PS67-01 Great Antarctic Experience* $7,260 $8,815 $10,165 $10,680 $9,335 $11,925 $12,960 $13,585
(19/18) (Nov 22 – Dec 10, 2006)
PS67-02 Classic Antarctic Expediton I* $4,705 $5,715 $6,585 $6,925 $6,050 $7,730 $8,395 $8,805
(11/10) (Dec 10 – 20, 2006)
PS67-03 Classic Antarctic Expediton I SOLD
(11/10) (Dec 20 – 30, 2006)
PS67-04 Classic Antarctic Expediton II $4,235 $5,145 $5,930 $6,230 $5,445 $6,955 $7,560 $7,925
(10/9) (Dec 30, 2006 – Jan 8, 2007)
PS67-05 Classic Antarctic Expediton II $4,235 $5,145 $5,930 $6,230 $5,445 $6,955 $7,560 $7,925
(10/9) (Jan 8 – 17, 2007)
PS67-06 Classic Antarctic Expediton II $4,235 $5,145 $5,930 $6,230 $5,445 $6,955 $7,560 $7,925
(10/9) (Jan 17 – 26, 2007)
PS67-07 Antarctica & Polar Circle $5,175 $6,285 $7,245 $7,615 $6,655 $8,495 $9,240 $9,685
(12/11) (Jan 26 – Feb 6, 2007)
PS67-08 Antarctic Peninsula & Weddell Sea SOLD
(11/10) (Feb 6 – 16, 2007)
PS67-09 Antarctic Peninsula & Weddell Sea SOLD
(11/10) (Feb 16 – 26, 2007)
PS67-10 Grand Antarctic Finale* $7,260 $8,815 $10,165 $10,680 $9,335 $11,925 $12,960 $13,585
(19/18) (Feb 26 – Mar 16, 2007)
PS67-11 Atlantic Islands of the Equator* $4,285 $5,205 $5,995 $6,305 $5,505 $7,040 $7,650 $8,020
(18/17) (Mar 29 – Apr 15, 2007)
PS67-12 Macaronesia Islands* $3,995 $4,865 $5,595 $5,895 $5,150 $6,580 $7,150 $7,495
(14/13) (Apr 15 – 28, 2007)
PS67-13 The Essence of the Azores $2,160 $2,620 $3,020 $3,175 $2,775 $3,545 $3,850 $4,035
(8/7) (Apr 28 – May 5, 2007)
PS67-14 Remote Coastal England, Ireland & Scotland SOLD
(14/13) (May 12 – 25, 2007)
PS67-15 The Magic of Islands and Fjords $3,530 $4,285 $4,940 $5,195 $4,540 $5,795 $6,295 $6,595
(15/14) (May 25 – June 8, 2007)
PS67-16 The Remote Coast of East Greenland SOLD
(12/11) (Aug 24 – Sept 4, 2007)
PS67-17 From Steam to Ice $1,865 $2,265 $2,610 $2,740 $2,395 $3,060 $3,325 $3,485
(8/7) (Sept 4 – 11, 2007)
PS67-18 The Viking Trail to the Americas $2,270 $2,755 $3,175 $3,340 $2,915 $3,730 $4,050 $4,245
(10/9) (Sept 11 – 20, 2007)
PS67-19 In the Wake of the Vikings $2,020 $2,450 $2,825 $2,970 $2,595 $3,315 $3,595 $3,775
(9/8) (Sept 20 – 28, 2007)
PS67-20 The Tropics of the Americas $4,290 $5,205 $5,995 $6,305 $5,510 $7,040 $7,650 $8,020
(18/17) (Oct 16 – Nov 2, 2007)
PS67-21 Passage of the Condor $4,790 $5,815 $6,705 $7,045 $6,155 $7,865 $8,550 $8,960
(20/19) (Nov 2 – 21, 2007)

Ship Name: M.V. Polar Star

This momentous expedition in the wake of Shackleton to the spectacular sub-Antarctc islands and the Antarctic Peninsula. Experience the grandeur of the island landscapes and dramatic white expanses of the peninsula, walk where the early explorers trod and enjoy the wildlife, free in their natural environment.

Included:
Accommodation onboard the M/V Polar Star and use of all public areas (permitted for passengers); All meals onboard the ship; All Zodiac excursions from the ship; Lectures, videos, slide/film shows and expedition guide services; Access to medical services when available onboard at posted prices; Port taxes and port charges imposed by government authorities; Pre-departure information and briefing.

Not Included:
Air transport and transfers to and from the M/V Polar Star; Visa, passport and vaccination charges and airport departure taxes; Hotels and meals not included in the ship cruise itinerary; Laundry, postage, personal clothing requirements; Medical expenses; Personal travel insurance; Items of a personal nature such as bar charges (alcohol, bottled water, sodas); Communication costs when available (phone calls, fax, email charges) and shop purchases; Optional tours and excursions; Emergency evacuation charges; Customary end of voyage gratuities.

Fair Winds,

Capt. Ben Garrett

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Natural history of Antarctica and books about the area

A testimony about the Polar Star voyage

This was a truly wonderful trip and could not have been better. We know that the good weather contributed to this, but the overall content, wildlife, icebergs, and glaciers, the ship, staff and day-to-day organization, the attention to detail, the efficiency of the Expedition Leader and his staff, the quality of the lectures, not to mention the lovely food -- was all excellent!

The ship had a lovely feel to her. She was comfortable, had food excellent, and the "on tap" drinks in the observation lounge were much appreciated. The staff was friendly, courteous, fun, forever helpful, and the majority of the crew were excellent. The flexibility of the captain to alt the ship'�s course for wildlife sightings was an added bonus.

Penguins were amazing -- thousands and thousands in places, and more than last year, apparently. Seals, albatross and whales swam around the ship, and later killer and humpback whales joined them. And, the captain stopped the ship so we could really see them up close. One day we had a leopard seal right next to the Zodiac -- we kept our fingers inboard!

We actually landed on Elephant Island in a flat calm and stood where Shackleton's men had waited to be rescued. This was magical -- so much to take in! The lectures were first class. We liked the Expedition Leaders so much; and everyone on staff was excellent.

We wanted to go to Antarctica because we love the remote (cold!) extremities of our planet. We have always been fascinated by the history, the men who explored it, particularly Shackleton. It was inspiring to visit his grave and Elephant Island.

Denis and Anthea Kenyon; Lestershire, UK

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