Sydney 10/02/2023

Chimu Adventures announce that one of Australia's best singer-songwriters Paul Kelly is joining them on an exclusive Antarctic charter.  

Paul Kelly, who will be performing onboard, will also be joined by esteemed special guests Ben Quilty, Andrew Denton, and Jennifer Byrne. 

Songs in the South is a 21-day voyage departing January 8, 2024 onboard Chimu's polar vessel, the Ocean Endeavour. This immersive journey will depart from Ushuaia, then crossing the famous Drake Passage before discovering the magnificent South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic peninsula itself. Guests will then explore South Georgia, renowned for its significance to Sir Ernest Shackleton's ill-fated Endurance expedition and the world's largest king penguin colony, then visiting the Falkland Islands, known for its rugged beauty and unique birdlife. 

This unique adventure will also have a focus on the arts. Guests will be joined onboard by incredible special guests, all renowned and accomplished in their creative field, who will inspire, educate, and entertain as travellers discover the beauty and wonder of Antarctica together.

Paul Kelly is one of Australia's most beloved singer-songwriters who needs no introduction. Kelly's songs dig deep into Australia: how it feels, looks, tastes, sounds. In the 40 years since releasing his first album, the human condition has been his special subject and he's thrilled to be joining Chimu on this journey, which will include an exclusive performance onboard the Ocean Endeavour, available only to Chimu travellers. 

Ben Quilty is an acclaimed Australian artist, renowned both here and internationally. His bold and evocative work is designed to challenge assumptions and has been featured in major public, corporate and private collections including the National Gallery of Australia, Art Gallery of New South Wales, Art Gallery of South Australia, National Gallery of Victoria and QAGOMA. Quilty will also be running a two-part art workshop onboard. 

Andrew Denton and Jennifer Byrne are considered one of the most creative Australian television and radio forces and have a true passion for Antarctica, travelling many times to the continent with Chimu Adventures. Andrew is a multi-Logie award-winning television presenter, having presented some of Australia's most loved programs of the past few decades. Jennifer Byrne is a celebrated Australian journalist and broadcaster and has become one of Australia's most respected and recognisable media personalities. Now on their 4th visit to Antarctica with Chimu, Denton and Byrne look forward to sharing their knowledge and love for the continent with their fellow passengers.

“At Chimu we have had the privilege of working with some of Australia's best-known personalities over the years, but nothing compares to this trip. In January '24 we will be ticking off the all-star locations of Antarctica, being the Falkland Islands, South Georgia and the Antarctic Peninsula, all while we travel and are entertained by living Australian legends! This is set to be an unparalleled journey.” Said Chad Carey, Chimu's Managing Director.

Cabins are on sale now, but selling quickly, with high levels of interest anticipated for this expedition. Learn more or book now - Songs in the South. 

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CHIMU ADVENTURES

Founded in 2004, Chimu Adventures are The Latin America and Polar Travel Specialists. Australian owned, we are the go-to for all Latin America, Antarctica and Arctic travel requirements, from small ship expedition cruises to tailor-made itineraries and small group tours, plus all international and domestic flight and transfer arrangements. Our specialist knowledge means we can offer the best options for everything. We use our own operations on the ground to access to an immense range of accommodation and activities and work personally with our traveller's style and budget, tailoring to their individual needs. 

Our team is committed to the destinations which we operate in and are proud members of the International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO), the Council of Australian Tour Operators (CATO) International Galapagos Tour Operators Association (IGTOA) Adventure Travel Trade Association and Latin America Travel Association. For more information visit www.chimuadventures.com.