High-latitude sailing · Real expedition travel

Sail beyond the known map

A hands-on sailboat expedition through remote southern seas, built for people who want nature, sailing, camaraderie and adventure in its purest form.

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Terra Incognita Expeditions

We love the sea, sailing, nature and journeys that are truly different.

At Terra Incognita, we share our spirit of adventure by sailing on a sailboat with only 8 people on board. The experience is personal, demanding and unforgettable: a real expedition shaped by the sea, the weather and nature.

Ice and mountains in a remote southern landscape — Remote destinations reached by sailboat, not by mass tourism.

Sailboat underway in cold southern waters — The journey is dictated by the sea, the weather and nature.

High-latitude mountains seen from the water — High latitudes demand planning, preparation and respect.

Voyages / Itinerary

Available voyages

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Voyage	Route	Duration	Price	Reservation
Voyage 1	Buenos Aires — Malvinas / Falkland Islands	12 days	120M	Reserve
Voyage 2	Malvinas / Falkland Islands — Isla de los Estados — Ushuaia	XX days	XMM	Reserve
Voyage 3	Ushuaia — Cape Horn — Antarctica — Ushuaia	XX days	XMM	Reserve

Voyage 1

Buenos Aires — Malvinas / Falkland Islands

12 days · 120M Reserve

Voyage 2

Malvinas / Falkland Islands — Isla de los Estados — Ushuaia

XX days · XMM Reserve

Voyage 3

Ushuaia — Cape Horn — Antarctica — Ushuaia

XX days · XMM Reserve

Included / Not included

What is part of the voyage

Included	Not included
Reception at Ushuaia Airport and transfer to the boat.	Entry costs to countries, such as taxes, visas or other applicable charges.
Professional crew.	Flights to and from the passenger's country of origin.
Safety protocol training and safety elements.	Accommodation and transfers after the voyage.
Base on the continent for emergency support 7x24.	Activities and meals outside the sailboat.
Real navigation practice during maneuvers and watches.	Personal equipment, personal travel insurance, additional expenses during the trip in general.
Electronic navigation practice.	Anything not listed under "Included".
Navigation according to itinerary.
Shared cabin accommodation.
Mooring costs at port.
Landings to explore in a semi-rigid boat with outboard motor.
Fuel.
Full board on board, including meals and drinks.
Automatic life jackets with lifeline.
Boat insurance.
Starlink internet.
Permits from the Argentine Antarctic Institute.
Permits from the Argentine Naval Prefecture to set sail from Ushuaia.
Administrative expenses.

About us

Who we are

We are a group of people who love the sea, sailing, nature, unique and different journeys.

At Terra Incognita, we want to share our spirit of adventure by sailing on a sailboat with only 8 people on board, typically 2 professional crew members and 6 guests who come on board with a team of expert crew members as guests.

We welcome anyone who wants to join us and explore the most remote places and nature in its purest form, as humans can access it.

Sailing at high latitudes involves enormous challenges. The southern seas are extremely harsh, the weather is hostile, and fear of unknown situations can be paralyzing. However, the reward offered by nature to those who dare is monumental.

For this reason, we are extremely careful in the planning and preparation of each voyage. Our motto is Safety First. Our captains are world-class professionals, have experience sailing on ice, and the boat was designed and built in a safe and comfortable way for the southern seas. Our commitment to safety is non-negotiable.

To people with a spirit of exploration and adventure, we say: welcome aboard.

Who this is for

This is not a luxury cruise. It is a hands-on boat.

This experience is designed for people who have sailing experience or no sailing experience at all, but who want a unique, special, and unforgettable journey on board a sailboat with only 8 people on board, including crew and guests. It is a completely personalized experience, where every invited crew member matters.

Participate

Within each guest's possibilities, active participation is expected in boat maneuvers, watches, cooking and keeping spaces clean.

Share camaraderie

The journey is aimed at people who want to share the camaraderie that only sailing in the harshness of the sea can bring, and who enjoy marine life, landscapes, the sea and sunsets.

Reach remote places

On the sailboat, we reach places that cruise ships cannot reach and disembark in remote and beautiful places.

Become part of the journey

The difference between a tourist and a sailor or explorer is that the explorer prepares their own food. There are no cooks or waiters. This trip is for anyone who wants an unforgettable, epic journey.

The crew

The boat has oceanic capability, is extraordinarily strong and comfortable. Its steel hull, reinforced bow and reinforced rigging provide the strength needed to navigate safely in any ocean. It is thermally insulated for polar temperatures and has a dual heating system for comfort.

Length: 15 m
Beam: 4.68 m
Variable draft: 2 m / 3.5 m

Sailboat underway in polar waters — External and internal helm stations allow navigation with landscape access and weather protection.

Comfort and safety

Cabins for crew and three double cabins for guests.
All cabins have 220V plugs.
Two bathrooms: one complete bathroom with hot-water shower and another electric bathroom.
Manual bathroom on board for electrical contingencies.
Fresh water and hot water.
Kitchen with oven, microwave and hot water.
Steel storm rudder for emergency cases.
Powerful amplifier that can be heard in groups of water up to 100 feet away.

General characteristics

Bow and stern thruster Sidewind, Norway.
Mast height: 18 m.
Mast with steps for quick and safe climbing.
Yankee with furling system and storm genoa.
Mainsail with furling system.
Deck maneuvers are simple and the sails are North Sails.
Yanmar turbo engine, 75 HP.
Bathing platform with retractable ladder.
Neoprene life raft.
Rocna anchor, 52 kg, plus secondary anchor.
3.20 m semi-rigid auxiliary boat with 15 HP Mercury outboard engine.
Fuel capacity: 800 + 200 liters.
Water: 500 liters plus desalination system.
6.5 KVA diesel generator, solar panels and 220V inverter.

Electronics and communications

B&G 4G radar, plotter, AIS receiver/transceiver, depth sounder, VHF radio and automatic pilot with remote control.
B&G plotter signal repeater to view the navigation chart from anywhere on the boat, including the cabins.
ICOM EPIRB ACR 406 / 128 MHz.
2 ICOM dual HF and VHF radio units with built-in GPS.
Garmin GPS plotter.
InReach Iridium and Iridium Go! for satellite positioning, messaging and communications.
Starlink for internet on board while sailing.
Smart TV, music equipment and LED lights.

Insurance

Mandatory insurance with medical and evacuation coverage.

The boat and crew have all necessary international insurance coverage. However, due to the nature of the journey, all travelers must present mandatory insurance with medical and evacuation coverage before boarding.

The insured amounts are the individual responsibility of each person.
The insurance must cover medical expenses in case of illness or accident.
The insurance must cover transfer or repatriation to the passenger's place of origin.

Cancellation policy

Planning starts months in advance.

The logistical planning and general arrangements for this type of trip must be planned months in advance.

Reservation amount

To secure a place on the charter, the passenger must pay one third of the reservation amount 45 days before the scheduled full payment date. Otherwise, the place will be offered to another passenger.

Passenger cancellation

Regardless of the reason, if the passenger decides to cancel the trip, they may request a refund up to 30 days before departure. In that case, one third of the amount paid will be refunded. After that date, the amount paid will not be refundable.

Trip cancellation insurance

We suggest reviewing Trip Cancellation Policy insurance in case the passenger decides to cancel the trip.

Force majeure

If for any force majeure reason we must suspend the trip, 100% of the amount paid will be refunded, and a 20% discount will be applied if the passenger decides to choose another trip.

Environment

Committed to keeping nature in its purest state.

We are committed to preserving fauna, caring for the sea and operating with the lowest possible environmental impact.

Waste responsibility

During the voyage, we store organic waste and bring it back to the continent for disposal at port.

Awareness

We collaborate in spreading awareness about care for the environment and nature.

Sail whenever possible

We sail whenever possible and use the engine as little as possible.

Energy and water

We have solar panels to produce energy and a desalination system to produce water.

Shared responsibility

We enjoy the company of people who share our respect and responsibility toward the environment.

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