AA: Penguins on Blue IceAntarctica…the word itself is impressive, and it stirs up a certain awe and excitement for nature enthusiasts like you and me. Our Adventure Specialists here at NHA have visited this region many, many times, and have become very familiar with the best way to travel there. And what’s more, NOW is perhaps the best time to go to Antarctica, because there are TONS of deals out there these days.

Below, we’ve listed a select group of independently-operated ships that meet our standards and travel philosophies of small groups, great guides, and great accommodations…and we’ve also listed the best deals and discounts they currently have to offer! We know this list might be a little overwhelming, though, so call us today at 1-800-543-8917 for more information, and let us help you choose a ship and departure date that suits you best.

Note: All offers listed here apply to the 2009/2010 season only.  Offers subject to change and subject to availability as well with little or no notice.

Ship_NatGeoExplorerNATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC EXPLORER
Save 15% on select Antarctica cruises.

>> Click here for photos, descriptions of your accommodations, and normal retail rates aboard the NG Explorer for Classic Antarctica voyages.
>> Read a Sample Itinerary Here:  Classic Antarctica

 

Ship_PolarStarPOLAR STAR
Book by November 30, 2009, and save 20% on select cabins (subject to availability) on all eight Polar Star expeditions (November to March).  Discount applies to regular retail rates and cannot be combined with any other discount.

>> Click here for photos, descriptions of your accommodations, and normal retail rates aboard the Polar Star for Classic Antarctica voyages.
>> Click here for photos, descriptions of your accommodations, and normal retail rates aboard the Polar Star for Antarctica, Falklands & South Georgia voyages.
>> Read Sample Itineraries Here:  Classic Antarctica; Antarctica, Falklands & South Georgia

 

Ship_CorinthianIICORINTHIAN II
The following departures have one or more discounts available.  Scroll down to the bottom of the page for full details on the offers (“Celebrate Your Birthday & Save,” “Triple Rate,” etc.).

>> Click here for photos, descriptions of your accommodations, and normal retail rates aboard the Corinthian II for Classic Antarctica voyages.
>> Read a Sample Itinerary Here:  Classic Antarctica

  • Dec. 10 – 22
    • Bring a Friend & Save
    • Celebrate Your Birthday & Save
    • Low Round-Trip Airfare/Business-Class Upgrade Fare
  • Dec. 19 – Jan. 1
    • Bring a Friend & Save
    • Celebrate Your Birthday & Save
    • Low Round-Trip Airfare/Business-Class Upgrade Fare
    • Triple Rate
  • Dec. 29 – Jan. 11
    • Bring a Friend & Save
    • Celebrate Your Birthday & Save
    • Extra Hotel & Activities Discounts
    • Triple Rate
  • Jan. 8 – 21
    • Bring a Friend & Save
    • Celebrate Your Birthday & Save
    • Low Round-Trip Airfare/Business-Class Upgrade Fare
    • Triple Rate
    • $1,250 off Per Person (or $2,500 off per couple)
  • Jan. 18 – 31
    • Bring a Friend & Save
    • Celebrate Your Birthday & Save
    • Low Round-Trip Airfare/Business-Class Upgrade Fare
    • Triple Rate
    • $1,250 off Per Person (or $2,500 off per couple)
  • Jan. 28 – Feb. 10
    • Bring a Friend & Save
    • Celebrate Your Birthday & Save
    • Low Round-Trip Airfare/Business-Class Upgrade Fare
    • Triple Rate
    • $1,250 off Per Person (or $2,500 off per couple)

 

Ship_CleliaIICLELIA II
Clelia II is the sister ship to the Corinthian II!  Many of the offers are similar to the ones listed above for the Corinthian II.  The following departures have one or more discounts available.  Scroll down to the bottom of the page for full details on the offers.  Different departures follow different itineraries – this is noted next to the departure dates.

>> Click here for photos, descriptions of your accommodations, and normal retail rates aboard the Clelia II for Classic Antarctica voyages.
>> Click here for photos, descriptions of your accommodations, and normal retail rates aboard the Clelia II for Antarctica, Falklands & South Georgia voyages.
>> Read Sample Itineraries Here: Classic Antarctica; Antarctica, Falklands & South Georgia

  • Dec. 10 – 30 (Antarctica, Falklands & South Georgia)
    • Bring a Friend & Save
    • Celebrate Your Birthday & Save
    • Extra Hotel & Activities Discounts
    • Triple Rate
  • Dec. 27 – Jan. 9 (Classic Antarctica)
    • Bring a Friend & Save
    • Celebrate Your Birthday & Save
    • Extra Hotel & Activities Discounts
    • Triple Rate
  • Jan. 6 – 19 (Classic Antarctica)
    • Bring a Friend & Save
    • Celebrate Your Birthday & Save
    • Low Round-Trip Airfare/Business-Class Upgrade Fare
    • Triple Rate
    • $1,250 off Per Person (or $2,500 off per couple)
  • Jan. 26 – Feb. 8 (Classic Antarctica)
    • Bring a Friend & Save
    • Celebrate Your Birthday & Save
    • Low Round-Trip Airfare/Business-Class Upgrade Fare
    • Triple Rate
    • $1,250 off Per Person (or $2,500 off per couple)
  • Feb. 5 – 25 (Antarctica, Falklands & South Georgia)
    • Bring a Friend & Save
    • Celebrate Your Birthday & Save
    • Extra Hotel & Activities Discounts
    • Triple Rate

 

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For Corinthian II and Clelia II:

Bring a Friend & Save: Bring a friend or friends, occupying a separate cabin, and each person saves 15% off the rates (applicable to travelers paying single or double occupancy rates).

Celebrate Your Birthday & Save: If your birthday or that of your traveling companion falls within the dates of the following trips, we will extend a celebratory 50% off from one person’s listed cruise and land rates. Single travelers whose birthday occurs during the voyage will receive a $500 discount and will have the single supplement waived. Please note that this offer cannot be combined with any other offers.

Low Round-Trip Airfare/Business-Class Upgrade Fare: Plus applicable fees. Please call our office for more information on low rates on certain flights.

Triple Occupancy Rate: Discounted rates will be offered to travelers willing to room in triple occupancy accommodations.  These rates are guaranteed to travelers bringing two friends along, or to those willing to be matched with two other travelers.

$1,250 off Per Person (or $2,500 off per couple): Reduced double occupancy rates.

Extra Hotel & Activities Discounts: Receive a free extra hotel night in Buenos Aires before the cruise, a tour of Buenos Aires, dinner and a tango show at the celebrated Tango Portenoin Buenos Aires, low round-trip Miami/Buenos Aires airfare of $788 (economy class on LAN Argentina Airlines; limited capacity and subject to change plus applicable fees), and an upgrade to business class for only an additional $2,260 (applicable only to LAN Argentina Airlines; limited capacity).

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