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Odyssey across the South Atlantic

Duration
36 days
Price
£12,850 pp.
Location
St Helena Holidays, Africa
A whale shark off St Helenas coast Photo by Beth Taylor

Embark on an immersive odyssey that will take you from Argentina to Africa. Commencing in the pulsating heart of Buenos Aires your adventure kicks off with a captivating city tour, unveiling the tales woven into its eclectic streets. Journey to the timeless Pampas, where a day spent with the gauchos offers an authentic glimpse into Argentinean cowboy culture. Argentina has even more to offer as you head to Tierra del Fuego, to explore the remote reaches of Patagonia.

From Ushuaia, set sail on a nautical escapade exploring the enigmatic South Georgia Islands, encountering the windswept beauty of Gough Island, and marveling at the remote Tristan de Cunha. Your maritime voyage culminates in the historic embrace of St. Helena. A week unfolds, inviting you to trace the footsteps of history, from Napoleon's exile to the remnants of the Boer prison. Hike scenic trails, wander through museums, cast your line into the island's waters, and absorb the unique tapestry of St. Helena. Conclude this epic tale with a flight to Johannesburg, bringing the curtain down on an extraordinary expedition through the Southern Hemisphere's hidden gems.


Trip Itinerary

Day 1 The Adventure Begins

Day 2 Arrive Buenos Aires

Day 3 Pampas day tour

Day 4 Tierra del Fuego tour

Day 5 Begin the voyage!

Days 6-8 Voyage to South Georgia

Days 9-11 South Georgia Islands

Days 12-16 Seafaring and birdspotting

Day 17 Gough Island

Days 18-21 Tristan de Cunha

Days 22-25 To warmer seas

Days 26-28 Explore Historical St Helena

Day 29 Getting to know St Helena

Day 30 Meet the world's oldest living land animal

Day 31 Free day in St Helena

Day 32 Blue Point and rare coffee

33 Napoleon's final days

34 Fly to Johannesburg

35 Fly to the UK

36 Arrive home

When to go to St Helena

Find out the best time to visit St Helena with our month by month guide.

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January

January is predominately sunny and hot, with temperatures reaching up to 30 degrees. If you venture out of Jamestown you can expect some rainfall but it rarely more than a light shower. If you're looking to see whale sharks around the island and perhaps swim with these gentle giants, January is the perfect time to visit.

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February

February is sunny and hot, with temperatures reaching up to 30 degrees. If you venture out of Jamestown you can expect some rainfall but it rarely more than a light shower. If you're looking to see whale sharks around the island you will have a good chance of spotting some during February.

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March

March is the hottest month of the year with temperatures reaching up to 32 degrees, with some chance of showers. It is the peak tourist season. If you're looking to walk up Green Mountain it is usually around 4-7 degrees cooler, so it can be pleasant to venture up in March.

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April

The height of the rainy season with frequent showers, yet still remaining warm. There are fewer tourists because it is noticeably cooler than the summer months.

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May

The rainy season still prevails in May with frequent showers, yet still remaining warm with average temperatures reaching 25 degrees. There are fewer tourists because it is noticeably cooler than the summer months.

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June

The rainy season still prevails in June with frequent showers, yet still remaining warm with average temperatures reaching 25 degrees. There are fewer tourists because it is noticeably cooler than the summer months.

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July

During August the weather is noticeably cooler and generally wetter than the summer months. If you visit during low season you can see St Helena's other big marine attraction, humpback whale.

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August

During August the weather is noticeably cooler and generally wetter than the summer months. If you visit during low season you can see St Helena's other big marine attraction, humpback whales - in August they will have calves present.

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September

The weather is noticeably cooler and generally wetter in September than the summer months. If you visit during low season you can see St Helena's other big marine attraction, humpback whale

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October

In October the weather is noticeably cooler and generally wetter than the summer months. If you visit during low season you can see St Helena's other big marine attraction, humpback whale.

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November

November is the main tourist season because it is summer on St Helena with days predominately sunny and hot, with temperatures reaching up to 30 degrees. If you venture out of Jamestown you can expect some rainfall but it rarely more than a light shower.

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December

December is predominately sunny and hot, with temperatures reaching up to 30 degrees. If you venture out of Jamestown you can expect some rainfall but it rarely more than a light shower.

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Lucie

Lucie

Africa Specalist

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