Wild Falkland Islands & South America Cruise

Day 1 - Ushuaia, Argentina

Arrive: Tue 23 March 2027 / Depart: Tue 23 March 2027

The southernmost city in the world, Ushuaia is the capital of Argentine Tierra del Fuego and an important naval base boasting a strategic as well as a picturesque location on the shores of Ushuaia Bay and the Beagle Channel. This rustic coastal town is set among waterfalls, glaciers, snow-clad mountains and beech forests, and the nutrient-rich local waters abound with marine life. Though the houses here are painted warm, pastel colors, the weather is chilly year-round and winter sports such as downhill and cross-country skiing and skating are popular. Ushuaia's principal industries are raising sheep, logging, fishing and trapping. It became a boomtown with 30,000 residents in the late 1980's when the government sought to increase Argentina's presence near Antarctica by giving tax breaks to citizens who settled here.

Day 2 - At Sea

Day 3 - The Seabourn Falkland Island Experience

Day 4 - The Seabourn Falkland Island Experience

Day 5 - Falkland Islands

Arrive: Sat 27 March 2027 / Depart: Sat 27 March 2027

An archipelago of over 700 islands spread over 4,700 square miles lies about 300 miles east of the coast of Argentina. Its political affiliation is with the United Kingdom, and it is named the Falkland Islands, although this is disputed by Argentina, which calls the island group Islas Malvinas. The islands were the focus of a short, violent military confrontation between the two nations in 1982 which resulted in many lives lost. Most visitors come to the islands attracted by the severe beauty of the landscape and the unusual wildlife to be seen there, especially colonies of penguins. Port Stanley, the capital, is a plucky outpost supporting the hardy islanders who farm and fish and, lately, newcomers set on exploiting the recently discovered oil reserves offshore.

Day 6 - The Seabourn Falkland Island Experience

Day 7 - At Sea

Day 8 - Puerto Madryn

Arrive: Tue 30 March 2027 / Depart: Tue 30 March 2027

Long after Spanish explorers landed, this area was also settled by Welsh colonists who left England seeking autonomy for their culture and language. They named their first settlement Porth Madryn in honor of Baron Madryn of Wales. Over time, the colonists spread and founded other nearby towns, maintaining their language, customs and architectural styles. This deep water port and commercial center has become a popular tourist destination for its beaches, sports and especially its wildlife. It has become an important gateway for visitors attracted to the natural wonders of the Península Valdés and the coast.

Day 9 - At Sea

Day 10 - At Sea

Day 11 - Montevideo

Arrive: Fri 02 April 2027 / Depart: Fri 02 April 2027

Tucked in between Brazil and Argentina, the republic of Uruguay has nevertheless maintained its own identity and traditions. As South America's second smallest country, it has been called a city surrounded by a big ranch. Montevideo has also been referred to as "The Switzerland of South America," for its same secretive bank system guaranteed by law. Uruguay is principally middle class and boasts the most highly educated citizens on the continent.

Day 12 - At Sea

Day 13 - Camboriu, Brazil

Arrive: Sun 04 April 2027 / Depart: Sun 04 April 2027

Day 14 - At Sea

Day 15 - Rio de Janeiro

Arrive: Tue 06 April 2027 / Depart: Tue 06 April 2027

Its stunning setting and joyous lust for life make Rio a cidade maravilhosa, "marvelous city." Ipanema, Copacabana, samba - the words alone conjure Brazilian paradise.