Swan Hellenic’s inaugural Antarctica cruises will be sailing as planned after the Argentinian government announced that the country will reopen from October 20.
The line will be able to operate from Ushuaia, the home port chosen for the maiden season Antarctic cruises of its new ice-class flagship Minerva.
The 152-passenger ship is due for delivery in November, with the first cruise set for November 30, followed by a sister vessel in April 2022.
The company is offering 20% discounts on bookings made by October 31, $300 on board spending, no supplements for single cabin occupancy on selected departures and a 15% deposit in an extension of a return to sailing promotion.
Swan Hellenic chief executive Andrea Zito said: “We’re delighted we can embark on our inaugural season as planned.
“We can’t wait to welcome you aboard to see what others don’t, finally experiencing the elegant Scandi-design interiors with open views, the gourmet cuisine, expert lectures and insightful expeditions to some of the most awe-inspiring places on earth that we have worked so hard to create.”