Antarctica
South Georgia and Antarctica
Antarctica
Antarctica
An 18-day reverse air-cruise to the Western Antarctic Peninsula and South Georgia. Follow Shackleton's wake, explore majestic glaciers, and witness some of the largest king penguin colonies in the world.
Duration: 18 days / 17 nights
Starts: Punta Arenas, Chile
Ends: Ushuaia, Argentina
Language: English speaking voyage
The itinerary is a guide only and is subject to change due to weather and ice conditions. The Captain and/or Expedition Leader will make necessary adjustments to ensure the best possible experience.
Charter Flights More info about this activity
In departures with charter flights, part of the air transport segment is covered by the operation of the trip as part of the itinerary.
Check in the inclusions and exclusions of the program which air sections are included in your itinerary.
Ship Cruise More info about this activity
Not only we travel from one point to another and find our shelter on board the ship we chose. We also enjoy from incredible scenery, landscapes and interactions that only our noble vessel can provide.
Everyday the Bridge Team navigates the ship to position ourselves on the best posible spots, looking for unique opportunities.
Many times, this includes sainig through narrow passages, on the vicinity of glaciers or entering bays and fjords only approachable from the ship.
Enjoy this incredible places from the comfort of the common areas on board, open decks or your own private balcony!
Shore Excursion More info about this activity
Shore excursions are the backbone of almost all itineraries, with most ships making landfall at least once every day once they reach their destination. The weather plays a huge role in your daily itinerary, although given the sheer array of fantastic landing sites all over there are plenty of options your Captain and Expedition Leader can choose from. On-shore excursions allow you to visit scientific research stations, communities, prominent wildlife colonies and take hikes to elevated viewing points for fantastic photography.
Zodiac cruising More info about this activity
On board the Zodiac you will discover a world of possibilities; accessing the most exclusive landing sites, cruising the coast in search of wildlife or simply enjoying a tour in the calm of the polar regions in search of marine wildlife or bird colonies.
The blue ice an its intimate presence is experienced at its best on zodiac tours.
It is not uncommon to meet curious seals, or humpback whales feeding.
Enrichment Program More info about this activity
Expedition cruising must be one of the most incredible ways of travelling. Not only for the amazing places you visit and the unforgetable wildlife but for the wildlife, the sensory overload and the unimaginable memories.
But all of this needs a context in order to understand where you are and what you are experiencing.
On board your expedition vessell you will find a group of experts, naturalists, zodiac drivers and guides that that will translate the language of nature for you, telling you the stories of the places you are visiting, reviewing the historical, biological, ecological and geological aspects of your trips.
You will experience first hand what surrounds you and arrive back home wiser and loaded with new knowledge.
Hiking More info about this activity
Hiking options include very easy beach hikes (good for photographers who need time for photography), easier short hikes, medium-difficulty extended hikes, and more challenging long hikes.
Snow Shoeing More info about this activity
This popular alpine activity is easy to learn. No experience is necessary – all you need is a willingness to try. All training is provided and our team of guides will have you trained and ready to go in no more than half an hour.
Participants should be confident in their footing and have an average level of fitness – outings may be up to three hours in duration. Those who enjoy hiking trails or taking long walks at home will possess enough fitness to enjoy this activity. As with any other activity, you will get more enjoyment out of it with some preparation in advance, such as long walks with uphill sections or bike riding.
In Antarctica, the longest hike can be 2-3 hours long, while in the Arctic it can be a full day tour.
Kayaking More info about this activity
The experience of sea kayaking in the humbling wilderness of Antarctica or the Arctic is guaranteed to stir your soul.
Sea kayaking is one of the highlights for any Polar Traveller, providing ice and weather conditions are assessed as safe by your Expedition Team.
This activity requires previous kayaking experience.
This 18-day expedition is a true adventure experience combining the rugged Antarctic Peninsula with the beauty of South Georgia. The journey is a Reverse Itinerary, starting with a flight over the Drake Passage to King George Island, maximizing time for exploration before sailing north. You will follow in the footsteps of famous Antarctic explorers, like Ernest Shackleton, and learn about their daring southerly adventures. Exploration includes the Western Antarctic Peninsula, sailing through the Gerlache Strait, and potentially venturing into the Antarctic Sound.
The core of the voyage is spent in South Georgia, an island of majestic mountains, massive glaciers, and deep fjords. You will visit the former whaling outpost of Grytviken and witness staggering concentrations of wildlife, including 150,000 king penguins at St. Andrew's Bay. The expedition concludes by sailing along the Beagle Channel to Ushuaia. Each day, you disembark with expert polar guides, having time to either hike, snowshoe, or kayak in bays nearby.
Highlights:
Explore two distant and beautiful destinations: Antarctica and South Georgia.
Fly over the Drake Passage to Antarctica and sail back to South America (Reverse Itinerary).
Follow in the footsteps of Ernest Shackleton; visit Grytviken and Elephant Island.
Witness staggering concentrations of King Penguins at St. Andrew's Bay.
Enjoy adventure activities like hiking, snowshoeing, and kayaking in bays nearby.
See the nesting grounds of thousands of albatrosses.
Day 1: Start of the air-cruise
Briefing, Explorers House, and transfer to hotel
Antarctica21 staff members welcome you in Punta Arenas, Chile, before 2 PM. Transfer to your hotel, visit Explorers House, and attend a mandatory briefing with essential guidelines for Antarctic visitors. At Explorers House, enjoy local gastronomy as you meet your fellow adventurers.
Day 2: Scheduled flight to Antarctica
Fly to King George Island and embarkation
A smooth two-hour flight takes you from Punta Arenas to King George Island. Your adventure begins as you exit the airplane, and a short vehicle transfer takes you to the shore of Fildes Bay where a Zodiac takes you to your boutique expedition vessel.
Days 3-6: Exploring Antarctica
Sailing among ice-filled fjords and spectacular icebergsSpend four days exploring Antarctica, cruising between the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula. Each day, disembark by Zodiac to explore the landscape with expert polar guides. Sites may include the Gerlache Strait, the Penola Strait, and the Antarctic Sound.
Day 7: Elephant Island sailing north
Sailing past Shackleton's refuge
The ship hopes to stop at Elephant Island, where the crew of Shackleton's Endurance found refuge. While stormy conditions rarely allow a shore landing, you will see the island from the ship.
Day 8-9: Sailing to South Georgia
Presentations and preparations
Sail northward toward South Georgia. Our historian and naturalist guides offer a series of presentations, and there is time to socialize in the ship's lounge while keeping an eye out for the region's abundant birdlife.
Day 10-13: Exploring South Georgia
Wildlife, glaciers, and Shackleton's grave
Spend four days exploring South Georgia. Visit the former whaling outpost of Grytviken, where you may pay your respects at the grave of Ernest Shackleton. Be overwhelmed by the sight of 150,000 king penguins at St. Andrew's Bay. Visits are also planned at Cooper Island, Fortuna Bay, Salisbury Plains, Prion Island, and Elsehul Bay.
Day 14-16: Sailing towards South America
Program of presentations continues
As the ship heads to South America, the program of presentations continues. Use this time to enhance your understanding of the region and its history.
Day 17: At sea and Beagle Channel
Sailing along the Beagle Channel to Ushuaia
Approach the South American continent and sail along the Beagle Channel. Take in the beauty of Tierra del Fuego and Navarino Island as you make your way to Ushuaia.
Day 18: Ushuaia, Argentina
Arrival and end of the air-cruise
Arrival to Ushuaia, where your journey ends.
Day 1: Start of the air-cruise
Briefing, Explorers House, and transfer to hotel
Antarctica21 staff members welcome you in Punta Arenas, Chile, before 2 PM. Transfer to your hotel, visit Explorers House, and attend a mandatory briefing with essential guidelines for Antarctic visitors. At Explorers House, enjoy local gastronomy as you meet your fellow adventurers.
Day 2: Scheduled flight to Antarctica
Fly to King George Island and embarkation
A smooth two-hour flight takes you from Punta Arenas to King George Island. Your adventure begins as you exit the airplane, and a short vehicle transfer takes you to the shore of Fildes Bay where a Zodiac takes you to your boutique expedition vessel.
Days 3-6: Exploring Antarctica
Sailing among ice-filled fjords and spectacular icebergsSpend four days exploring Antarctica, cruising between the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula. Each day, disembark by Zodiac to explore the landscape with expert polar guides. Sites may include the Gerlache Strait, the Penola Strait, and the Antarctic Sound.
Day 7: Elephant Island sailing north
Sailing past Shackleton's refuge
The ship hopes to stop at Elephant Island, where the crew of Shackleton's Endurance found refuge. While stormy conditions rarely allow a shore landing, you will see the island from the ship.
Day 8-9: Sailing to South Georgia
Presentations and preparations
Sail northward toward South Georgia. Our historian and naturalist guides offer a series of presentations, and there is time to socialize in the ship's lounge while keeping an eye out for the region's abundant birdlife.
Day 10-13: Exploring South Georgia
Wildlife, glaciers, and Shackleton's grave
Spend four days exploring South Georgia. Visit the former whaling outpost of Grytviken, where you may pay your respects at the grave of Ernest Shackleton. Be overwhelmed by the sight of 150,000 king penguins at St. Andrew's Bay. Visits are also planned at Cooper Island, Fortuna Bay, Salisbury Plains, Prion Island, and Elsehul Bay.
Day 14-16: Sailing towards South America
Program of presentations continues
As the ship heads to South America, the program of presentations continues. Use this time to enhance your understanding of the region and its history.
Day 17: At sea and Beagle Channel
Sailing along the Beagle Channel to Ushuaia
Approach the South American continent and sail along the Beagle Channel. Take in the beauty of Tierra del Fuego and Navarino Island as you make your way to Ushuaia.
Day 18: Ushuaia, Argentina
Arrival and end of the air-cruise
Arrival to Ushuaia, where your journey ends.
INCLUSIONS
Ship cruise as indicated in the program corresponding to each voyage.
Flight from Punta Arenas to Frei Station on King George Island and/or vice versa as indicated in the program corresponding to each voyage.
For air-cruises starting in Punta Arenas, Antarctica21-exclusive group transfers airport/ hotel on Day 1 and last day of the expedition.
For air-cruises starting in Punta Arenas, one night at the Cabo de Hornos hotel in Punta Arenas or similar with breakfast.
One night at the Cabo de Hornos hotel in Punta Arenas or similar with breakfast on the day of the scheduled return flight from Antarctica.
For air-cruises starting in Punta Arenas, enjoy special access to Explorers House where you will enjoy a welcome dinner on Day 1.
Exclusive group transfers airport/ hotel on the day of the scheduled return flight from Antarctica, and exclusive group transfers hotel/ airport on the last day of the air-cruise.
Daily buffet breakfast and lunch on board the ship, offering a variety of dishes.
Three-course dinner served daily on board the ship offering a choice between one of three main courses.
Wine, beer, juice, and soft drinks served with lunch and dinner on board.
Coffee, tea, chocolate, cappuccino, water, and snacks on board the ship throughout the expedition.
All guided shore excursions.
Lectures and entertainment on board.
Comprehensive pre- and post-voyage information material.
Loan of waterproof boots.
Access to exclusive content on the Antarctica21 app on board both vessels.
A voucher for premium internet access. Conditions apply.
Contingency Plan.
IAATO passenger fee.
EXCLUSIONS
Accommodation, meals, excursions, and transfers other than those included in the itinerary and the Contingency Plan corresponding to each voyage.
Specifically, dinner in Punta Arenas upon return from Antarctica is not included.
Beverages purchased at the ship's bar.
Personal travel and medical insurance.
Extra expenses (communication, laundry, souvenirs, etc.).
Gratuities.
Visas for Chile, Argentina and/or United Kingdom (for South Georgia), passport expenses, and any arrival and/or departure tax, if applicable.
Application for required entry permit to South Georgia (for the Antarctica & South Georgia air-cruise).
Anything that is not specifically listed under the "Included in the Rate" section.
440 sq.ft., Suite with two bedrooms, balcony and a sitting area.
220 sq.ft., Cabin with sitting area and porthole.
220 sq.ft., Cabin with sitting area and balcony
220 sq.ft., Cabin with sitting area and balcony
440 sq.ft, two room suite with sitting room, balcony and bedroom.
330 sq.ft., two-room suite with sitting room, balcony and bedroom.
220 sq.ft., cabin with sitting area and balcony
* The prices are per person in US Dollars, unless expressly specified in a different currency. In that case, payment will be in US dollars at the exchange rate of the day.
** Rates are correct at the time of publication. All prices will be re-confirmed by email at the time of booking.
NOTE: Embracing the unexpected is part of the legacy—and excitement—of expedition travel. When traveling in extremely remote regions, your expedition staff must allow the sea, the ice and the weather to guide route and itinerary details. This itinerary is a tentative outline of what you’ll experience on this voyage; please be aware that no specific itinerary can be guaranteed.
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