The official guide to our exclusive 2018 expeditions to visit the Emperor Penguin colony on Snow Hill Island aboard the legendary Kapitan Khlebnikov.

1. SNOW HILL

2. Venture to
one of the planet’s
most remote areas…

3. …for an epic
island expedition
like no other.

4. Presents

5. The return of the
iconic journey—

6. LEGENDARY SNOW HILL
March to the
Emperor Penguins

7. A
once-in-a-lifetime
adventure…

8. …to a
one-of-a-kind
destination.

9. Snow Hill is one of the world’s
hardest-to-reach regions
with an extreme climate…

10. …where you can find the largest
population of Emperor penguins.

11. There is a limited window to travel….

12. …which is why we
haven’t offered this
voyage in years…
(8 years!)

13. and there is no guarantee
we will offer it again!

14. Travel aboard the renowned
Kapitan
Khlebnikov...

15. …a powerful Russian ice-breaker,
it’s the only passenger ship
to circumnavigate Antarctica
—
twice.

16. Propelling us
through the ice
and harsh conditions…

17. …it has travelled
to Antarctica
more than any
other vessel in
the world…

18. …offering aerial sightseeing
of breathtaking landscapes
with two helicopters…

19. …and all the comforts of a
premium vessel.
A heated
indoor pool
Lecture room
Two dining
rooms
Sauna
Gym
Library

20. Prepare to star in your own
wildlife documentary featuring…

21. …one of nature’s most
incredible animals:
the Emperor
Penguins…

22. and their adorable, newly hatched chicks.

23. The largest
penguin
species at
1.15m (45in) tall…

24. …they endure
an arduous journey…

25. …all in the name of love.

26. 4,000 breeding pairs
reside at Snow Hill…

27. ...and are one
of the most difficult
colonies to get to.

28. The opportunity
to visit them is rare....

29. But you can come within feet of these
beautiful and fascinating creatures…

30. …and if you’re lucky,
they may even
approach you.

31. You may even spot other iconic
Antarctic wildlife along the way!

32. Join us onboard
along with a team of
Polar experts…

33. SOLAN JENSEN EXPEDITION LEADER
….has led numerous trips to the Arctic and Antarctic regions
and helped build the South Pole station.
*Staffing subject to change.

34. SHANE ENVOY
OPERATIONS LEADER
…has travelled to some of the most
remote areas with over 22 years of
experience in the industry.
15 SNOW HILL
VOYAGES
*Staffing subject to change.

35. DR. TOM HART
PENGUINOLOGIST
…has a passion for
wildlife and conservation.

36. SUE FLOOD
AWARD-WINNING PHOTOGRAPHER
…worked for BBC’s Natural History Unit
for 11 years.
ONBOARD
PHOTOGRAPHY
WORKSHOPS

37. Together, these experts
create an immersive
polar experience.

38. Here’s a glimpse of what you
will experience on this journey.

39. DAY 1: USHUAIA, ARGENTINA
Start at the southern-most city in the world.

40. DAY 2: EMBARKATION DAY
Board Kapitan Khlebnikov and
set sail into the Southern Ocean.

41. DAYS 3 & 4:
CROSSING THE DRAKE PASSAGE
This two-day journey is packed with educational and
informative presentations.
Spot birds, whales and dolphins
from the deck!

42. DAY 5-11:
THE HEART OF THE JOURNEY
Aerial sightseeing…

43. …and march to the
Emperor penguin colony!

44. DAYS 12 & 13:
SHARE, EXPLORE
& RELAX
Share stories and photos with
your shipmates, explore the
Polar Library, or simply relax
on the return to Ushuaia.

45. EXTEND YOUR JOURNEY
Explore Easter Island,
Machu Picchu, and Patagonia,
if you wish.

46. Don’t miss this
rare chance.

47. Only four exclusive
4-day departures in 2018
OCTOBER 6 – 19 OCTOBER 18 – 31
OCTOBER 30 – NOVEMBER 12
ONLY A FEW SPOTS REMAIN
NOVEMBER 11 – 24
WITH SPECIAL GUESTS
LAURENT CHALET, Cinematographer for March of the Penguins AND
VANESSA BERLOWITZ, Series Producer of BBC’s Frozen Planet
SOLD OUT SOLD OUT

48. Starting at USD$19,995
Price includes:
• NEW: All tips and gratuities and wine and beer at dinner!
• All expedition programming, shore landings and transfers
• Photographic journal
• Official Quark Expeditions© parka to keep
And more!

49. Make polar history with an
authentic, uncompromisingly polar adventure.

50. Legendary Snow Hill:
March to the Emperor Penguins
Call 1.888.892.0073
or your Travel Professional
Visit QuarkExpeditions.com