THE USHUAIA
The USHUAIA has been refurbished and now boasts 46 comfortable cabins and suites which can accommodate a maximum of 88 guests.
Originally built for the United States agency NOAA (National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration), the ice-strengthened polar vessel Ushuaia is very well appointed and provides ample deck space and an open bridge policy. The full complement of inflatable landing craft, including Zodiacs, ensures superb landings and wildlife viewing opportunities on the otherwise inaccessible coastline. All cabins include ample storage space.
Public areas feature a large dining room (one sitting), an open-plan observation lounge/lecture room with modern multimedia equipment, bar and a well-stocked library. There is also a changing room and a small infirmary.
The expert captain, officers and crew are highly experienced in Antarctic navigation and have a great love of nature. A specialist team of international expedition leaders and lecturers is provided, all extremely knowledgeable, enthusiastic, helpful and dedicated to the protection of the environment. The resident chefs prepare excellent cuisine including many local specialties and the bar is well-stocked with carefully selected wines and spirits.
Why we like the Ushuaia
Only 88 passengers aboard, meaning everyone can disembark at the same time
Very friendly and experienced staff who are largely native Argentinean
Spacious outer deck areas which are perfect for wildlife watching
Consistently high customer feedback of 9.3 out of 10 last season
All departures are bi-lingual, conducted in both English and Spanish
DECK PLAN
Features
Built: 1970
Speed: 12 knots
Length: 276 ft
Gross tonnage: 2923
Guests: 88
Crew: 38
Cabins: 46
Flag: Comoros
CABIN CATEGORIES
Suites
- All 4 Suites are on the Upper Deck
- Windows, en-suite and small lounge with TV, DVD player and a fridge
- Suite 201 features two double beds and Suite 202 features one double bed and a sofa bed. Suites 204 and 207 feature three lower single beds so are ideal for families
Superior Cabin
- All 9 Superior cabins are on the Upper Deck
- Windows, writing desk and chair, en-suite and twin beds
- Cabin 301 features one double and one single bed
Premier Cabins
- All 6 Premier Twins are on the Upper Deck
- Private bathrooms, twin beds and windows
- Both Single Premier cabins are also on the Upper Deck
- Private bathrooms, single beds and portholes
- The view from some cabins is obstructed by the lifeboats outside their porthole
Standard Plus
- 11 twin and 2 triple cabins – all on the Lower Deck
- This is a brand new category of cabin with private facilities and majority have portholes
- Twin Standard Plus cabins 633, 635 and 637 have windows
- Cabin 640 is the only one with a double bed
Standard Twin
- All 12 Twin Standard cabins are on the Lower Deck
- Bunk beds, portholes and a washbasin, sharing a bathroom between 2 cabins
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SAILING DATES
| Embarkation | Start Date | Destination | Disembarkation | No. of Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ushuaia | 4th November 2020 | Classic Antarctica | Â Ushuaia | Â 10 |
| Ushuaia | 2nd December 2020 | Classic Antarctica | Â Ushuaia | Â 10 |
| Ushuaia | 11th December 2020 | Classic Antarctica | Â Ushuaia | Â 10 |
| Â Ushuaia | 20th December 2020 | Classic Antarctica | Â Ushuaia | Â 10 |
| Â Ushuaia | 29th December 2020 | Classic Antarctica | Â Ushuaia | Â 11 |
| Â Ushuaia | 8th January 2021 | Classic Antarctica | Â Ushuaia | Â 10 |
| Â Ushuaia | 17th January 2021 | Weddell Sea Quest | Â Ushuaia | Â 11 |
| Â Ushuaia | 27th January 2021 | Polar Circle Quest | Â Ushuaia | Â 12 |
|  Ushuaia | 7th February 2021 | Classic Antarctica |  Ushuaia |  10 |
|  Ushuaia | 16th February 2021 | Classic Antarctica |  Ushuaia |  11 |
|  Ushuaia | 26th February 2021 | Classic Antarctica |  Ushuaia |  10 |
| Â Ushuaia | 16th March 2021 | Classic Antarctica | Â Ushuaia | Â 11 |
| Â Ushuaia | 26th March 2021 | Classic Antarctica | Â Ushuaia | Â 10 |
