Antarctic Cruise - from Ushuaia - 135287

Ushuaia, the capital of the Argentinean part of Tierra del Fuego, was built by prisoners. The old prison has become an attraction and is a must-see. The town, which is considered to be the most southerly town in the world, lies directly by the snow-covered mountains of the Andes and by the Beagle Canal.

This port is located on the South American island of South Georgia. The town is a British military base. Until a few years ago, Grytviken was known as a Norwegian whaling station. Sights include: the whale museum and the grave of the Antarctic explorer Ernest Shackleton.

South Georgia is the second-largest and most mountainous of the sub-antarctic islands. Impressive peaks standing up to 3,000 m high are part of the Andes Bend from Tierra del Fuego to the Antarctic Peninsula. South Georgia is a paradise for ornithologists: around 60 species of birds live here, approximately 30 of which also nest on the island. A visit to the historic whaling station of Grytviken and the museum is particularly interesting. The simple grave of the Polar hero Sir Ernest Shackleton is a reminder of his famous expeditions. You can see the majestic wandering albatross on a visit to the island of Prion, as well as gentoo penguins, elephant seals and fur seals. The island of Salisbury Plain has the largest breeding site for king penguins in South Georgia.

Ushuaia, the capital of the Argentinean part of Tierra del Fuego, was built by prisoners. The old prison has become an attraction and is a must-see. The town, which is considered to be the most southerly town in the world, lies directly by the snow-covered mountains of the Andes and by the Beagle Canal.