Itinerary Details

Day 1: Arrive in Punta Arenas

Arriving in Punta Arenas before 2pm, you will be welcomed by local staff and transferred to your hotel. In the afternoon, you will be welcomed at the Explorers House to attend a mandatory briefing that provides important information about your air-cruise and reviews the essential guidelines for Antarctic visitors. Later, gather for a welcome dinner and meet your fellow adventurers while enjoying a typical regional menu.

Hotel: Cabo De Hornos (4 Star Rating)

Cabo de Hornos is located in the center of Punta Arenas, next to the Plaza Munoz Gamero. The accommodation features 110 modern rooms including free Wi-Fi, TV, a private bathroom and laundry service. From each room, passengers have an amazing view of the Strait of Magellan or the historical town of Punta Arenas. In addition, guests can enjoy exquisite cuisine at the gourmet restaurant and end the day with a premium Chilean wine in front of the fireplace. The combination of the hotel's central location in town and the closeness to nature will make the traveler's stay unforgettable.

Meal(s): Dinner

Your Antarctic adventure begins with a two-hour flight from Punta Arenas to King George Island, in the South Shetland Islands. As you exit the airplane, the clear Antarctic air fills your lungs for the first time. You then walk 2-km (1.25-miles), passing Chile's Frei Station and Russia's Bellingshausen Station to reach the shore and board a Zodiac that will take you to your boutique expedition vessel.

Hotel: Magellan Explorer (5 Star Rating)

Magellan Explorer is a new and modern expedition vessel custom build for Antarctic air-cruises. She was built in Chile to the latest Polar Code specifications and began service in 2019.

Magellan Explorer has capacity for 69 passengers accommodated in seven categories of accommodation, including dedicated single cabins.

Meal(s): Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch

Cruise between the South Shetland Islands and the western coast of the Antarctic Peninsula, sailing along ice-filled fjords and among spectacular icebergs, while enjoying 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 educational presentations, and enjoy spectacular views from the lounge while sharing your daily adventures with fellow guests.

Hotel: Magellan Explorer (5 Star Rating)

Magellan Explorer is a new and modern expedition vessel custom build for Antarctic air-cruises. She was built in Chile to the latest Polar Code specifications and began service in 2019.

Magellan Explorer has capacity for 69 passengers accommodated in seven categories of accommodation, including dedicated single cabins.

Meal(s): Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch

No journey is the same and flexibility is the key to success in Antarctica. The Expedition Team plans the voyage route to take advantage of the ever-changing opportunities provided by nature, crafting a unique and extraordinary experience every time. While the exact itinerary changes with each expedition, you will explore several sites that offer the best possible overview of the varied Antarctic environment. Your voyage may include visits to sites in the South Shetland Islands, the Antarctic Sound, the Gerlache Strait, and the Penola Strait.

Hotel: Magellan Explorer (5 Star Rating)

Magellan Explorer is a new and modern expedition vessel custom build for Antarctic air-cruises. She was built in Chile to the latest Polar Code specifications and began service in 2019.

Magellan Explorer has capacity for 69 passengers accommodated in seven categories of accommodation, including dedicated single cabins.

Meal(s): Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch

On your Antarctic expedition, you can choose a few additional add-ons to enhance your experience. Speak to your Destination Specialist to arrange sea kayaking (limited to a maximum of 10 guests per cruise, these must be pre-booked and sell out fast), or consider signing up for a hiking and snowshoeing excursion, which can be arranged on board and during your cruise.

Hotel: Magellan Explorer (5 Star Rating)

Magellan Explorer is a new and modern expedition vessel custom build for Antarctic air-cruises. She was built in Chile to the latest Polar Code specifications and began service in 2019.

Magellan Explorer has capacity for 69 passengers accommodated in seven categories of accommodation, including dedicated single cabins.

Meal(s): Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch

On every journey, the Expedition Team includes at least 12 expert polar guides and their number one priority is ensuring you have an unforgettable experience. With a team that knows Antarctica's unique geography, natural history, wildlife and ecology, and loves sharing their expertise with you, you're sure to treasure every moment of your Antarctic exploration.

Hotel: Magellan Explorer (5 Star Rating)

Magellan Explorer is a new and modern expedition vessel custom build for Antarctic air-cruises. She was built in Chile to the latest Polar Code specifications and began service in 2019.

Magellan Explorer has capacity for 69 passengers accommodated in seven categories of accommodation, including dedicated single cabins.

Meal(s): Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch

Return to King George Island and bid farewell to Antarctica before boarding the flight back to Punta Arenas. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel for the night. (Note: Meals in Punta Arenas are at your leisure and not included in the program).

Hotel: Cabo De Hornos (4 Star Rating)

Cabo de Hornos is located in the center of Punta Arenas, next to the Plaza Munoz Gamero. The accommodation features 110 modern rooms including free Wi-Fi, TV, a private bathroom and laundry service. From each room, passengers have an amazing view of the Strait of Magellan or the historical town of Punta Arenas. In addition, guests can enjoy exquisite cuisine at the gourmet restaurant and end the day with a premium Chilean wine in front of the fireplace. The combination of the hotel's central location in town and the closeness to nature will make the traveler's stay unforgettable.

Meal(s): Breakfast

After breakfast, transfer to the Punta Arenas airport for your onward flight.

Meal(s): Breakfast