The Polar Travel Company

An intimate fly-cruise expedition to witness the spring awakening of South Georgia's wildlife and Antarctica's pristine landscapes, with no crowds and an open-ended itinerary.

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Duration: 16 days
Starts: Port Stanley, Falkland Islands
Ends: Puerto Natales, Chile
Language: English speaking voyage

This is an intimate small-group expedition with just 42 guests. It is a fly-and-cruise expedition with a private charter flight to and from Antarctica. The itinerary is open-ended and subject to ice, weather, and wildlife conditions.

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Witness the spring awakening of two polar worlds on a uniquely intimate expedition. As South Georgia emerges from winter, the island bursts back to life with golden light illuminating vast king penguin colonies and male elephant seals thundering across the beaches. Continuing south, Antarctica stirs from its long winter, still cloaked in ice and snow. Penguin colonies come alive as gentoo, chinstrap, and Ad�lie penguins begin courtship rituals, while the first whales of the season breach offshore.

This expedition is thoughtfully tailored for photographers, wildlife enthusiasts, and history aficionados. With just 42 guests, you�ll have the flexibility to venture where larger ships can�t, with no queues, no crowds, and no rigid itinerary. The voyage follows Shackleton�s legendary route, visiting historic sites and navigating stunning Antarctic waterways like the Gerlache Strait and Neumayer Channel. The expedition concludes with a charter flight back to Puerto Natales, the gateway to the dramatic landscapes of Patagonia.

Highlights:
Witness the spring awakening of king penguin colonies and elephant seals in South Georgia.
Follow Shackleton�s legendary route and visit historic sites.
Watch gentoo, chinstrap, and Ad�lie penguins court and nest in Antarctica.
Navigate stunning Antarctic waterways, including the Gerlache and Lemaire Channels.
Enjoy a unique fly-and-cruise expedition with a private charter flight.

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Day 1: Arrival at Port Stanley, the Falkland Islands
Exploring the charming streets
After meeting our team at Mount Pleasant Airport, you�ll transfer to Port Stanley. You will have time to explore the town, shop for local souvenirs, and enjoy the charming streets. In the late afternoon, you�ll board your ship, ready to set sail eastward.

Days 2�3: Sail across the Southern Ocean
Expert-led lectures and workshops
Enjoy a dynamic program of lectures, workshops, and personal accounts from our expedition team. Hands-on photography sessions will help you sharpen your skills, while time on deck offers opportunities to connect with the wilderness and spot wandering albatrosses and dolphins.

Days 3�8: South Georgia
Exploring wildlife havens and historical sites
Over four full days, you�ll explore South Georgia from north to south. Aim to visit iconic wildlife havens such as St Andrews Bay, Salisbury Plain, and Gold Harbour. Walk among vast king penguin colonies and watch elephant seals lounging on golden beaches. You will also visit Grytviken, the final resting place of Sir Ernest Shackleton.

Days 9�10: Sail across the Scotia Sea
Crossing toward Antarctica
Begin your crossing toward Antarctica through the Scotia Sea. The days will be filled with expert-led presentations on polar science, history, and wildlife, plus active workshops in photography. Keep watch for seabirds, seals, and the first Antarctic iceberg of the voyage.

Days 11�14: Antarctic Peninsula
Navigating stunning Antarctic waterways
Navigate through waterways like the Gerlache Strait, Neumayer, and Lemaire Channels. Land on beaches where gentoo, chinstrap, and Ad�lie penguin colonies stretch out in vast numbers. Keep watch for humpback whales and other marine life.

Day 15: Return to Puerto Natales
Final charter flight and relaxation
On your final morning, you will disembark at King George Island and take a charter flight back to Puerto Natales. You�ll stay at a comfortable lodge to relax and reflect on your extraordinary experiences.

Day 16: Conclusion of the voyage
Departure from Puerto Natales
After breakfast, your voyage concludes in Puerto Natales. There is an opportunity to join a Torres del Paine extension package for those continuing their adventure.