Antarctica and South Georgia Air-Cruise
You discover two of the most beautiful places in Antarctica with an adventurous fly-cruise on a small expedition ship.
Duration
18 Day
Number
Starts from
Punta Arenas
Price
from 22.909 €
1. Highlights of the Route
- Highlights of Antarctica and South Georgia with a fly cruise.
- Return flight from Antarctica without Drake Passage in just 2 hours from King George Island to Punta Arenas.
- Small expedition ship with a maximum of 76 passengers for more time ashore.
Your Trip at a Glance
Experience with us an extraordinary journey that takes you through the western Antarctic Peninsula, across Elephant Island to South Georgia. The fly-cruise through South Georgia and Antarctica allows you to sail through nutrient-rich waters and disembark every day with our experienced polar guides, who have time to hike, snowshoe, or kayak in nearby bays. On our way to South Georgia, you follow in the footsteps of famous Antarctic explorers like Ernest Shackleton and learn more about their daring adventures in the south. After reaching South Georgia, you visit some of the world’s largest penguin colonies, including the King Penguin, and see the nesting sites of thousands of albatrosses.
Arrival Package:
Group transfers between the airport and hotel for guests arriving in Punta Arenas.
Overnight stay at the hotel with breakfast in Punta Arenas Cabo de Hornos Hotel.
Welcome dinner on the first day at the hotel in Punta Arenas.
Post Itinerary Package:
Upon request, we would be happy to plan an individual follow-up program for you in a nearby destination.
2. The Itinerary
Day 1: Punta Arenas
Antarctica21 staff welcome you before 2:00 PM in Punta Arenas, Chile. Transfer to your hotel, visit the Explorers House and attend a mandatory briefing that provides important information about your air-cruise and reviews essential guidelines for Antarctic visitors. Enjoy local cuisine at the Explorers House while meeting your fellow adventurers.
Day 2: Flight to Antarctica
A smooth two-hour flight takes you from Punta Arenas to King George Island in the South Shetland Islands. Your adventure begins as you exit the airplane and the clear Antarctic air fills your lungs for the first time. A brief vehicle transfer brings you to the shore of Fildes Bay, where a Zodiac takes you to your boutique expedition vessel.
Day 3 to Day 6: Exploring Antarctica
Cruise between the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula, sail along ice-filled fjords and among spectacular icebergs, and enjoy the company of seabirds, penguins, seals, and whales. Each day, disembark by Zodiac and explore the landscape together with expert polar guides. On board the ship, attend an engaging program of lectures and presentations, and enjoy spectacular views from the lounge while sharing your daily adventures with fellow guests. No journey is the same and flexibility is the key to success in Antarctica.
Day 7: Elephant Island
We sail north and hope to stop at Elephant Island. It was here that the crew of Shackleton’s Endurance found refuge while he and five handpicked men carried on to South Georgia. While the stormy conditions in this area rarely allow a shore landing, you may see the island from the ship.
Day 8 to Day 9: Sailing to South Georgia
As we sail northward, our historian and naturalists offer a series of presentations. There is time to socialize in the ship’s lounge while keeping an eye out for the region’s abundant birdlife.
Day 10 to Day 13: Exploring South Georgia
The island of South Georgia is a diverse landscape of majestic mountains, massive glaciers, grassy uplands, and deep fjords. Visit former whaling outpost Grytviken, where you can pay your respects at the simple grave of Ernest Shackleton. Marvel at the sight of 150,000 king penguins at St. Andrew’s Bay. On Cooper Island, nesting site of thousands of black-browed albatrosses, you can observe a large colony of macaroni penguins. At the height of breeding season, it’s said to have the highest concentration of wildlife per square meter on the planet. Weather permitting, visits are also planned to Fortuna Bay, Salisbury Plains, Prion Island, and Elsehul Bay.
Day 14 to Day 16: Sailing to South America
As the ship sails toward South America, the lecture program continues. Use this time to enhance your understanding of the region and its history.
Day 17: Relaxation at sea
Approach the South American continent and sail along the Beagle Channel. Admire the beauty of Tierra del Fuego and Navarino Island on your way to Ushuaia.
Day 18: Ushuaia
Arrival in Ushuaia, where your journey ends.
- Departure From: Punta Arenas
- End Point: Ushuaia
3. Services Included
Included
- Antarctic cruise in the booked cabin category.
- Round-trip flight between Punta Arenas and King George Island in Antarctica.
- Group transfers between the airport and hotel on the first and last day of the trip.
- Two nights' accommodation with breakfast in Punta Arenas on the first day and on the day of the scheduled return flight from Antarctica.
- Welcome dinner on the first day at the hotel in Punta Arenas.
- Access to the Explorers House in Punta Arenas.
- Guided shore excursions.
- Scientific lectures and entertainment on board.
- Daily buffet breakfast and lunch with a variety of dishes.
- Daily dinner with three main course options on board.
- Wine, beer, juices, and soft drinks are served with lunch and dinner on board.
- Coffee, tea, hot chocolate, cappuccino, water, and snacks are available on board throughout the expedition.
- Free rubber boots rental.
- Comprehensive information material before and after the trip.
Excluded
- International flights: We can book a suitable flight for you at an additional cost.
- Optional adventure activities at no extra cost, such as kayaking.
- Optional purchase of an expedition parka.
- Customary tips for staff at the end of the trip.
- Personal expenses, for example in the on-board shop.
- Internet on board.
- Drinks at the bar.
- Massages and similar services.
- Personal travel insurance.
4. Travel Dates and Prices
Please contact us directly for the current daily prices of the trips and the prices for single occupancy or special cabins. Our polar experts will answer all your questions about the itinerary, the ship, and the cabins.
Appointments on request. Please contact us directly using the contact form.
Prices are per person, based on double occupancy per cabin or suite and subject to availability.
For solo travelers, cabins or suites may be available without a single supplement, subject to availability. Please contact us for details for solo travelers.
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