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DURATION

6 Days

DEPARTURE

23 Nov 2024 Ushuaia, Argentina

ARRIVAL

28 Nov 2024 Punta Arenas/Ushuaia

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

FOOD OPTIONS:

  • Continental Vegetarian,
  • Vegan,
  • Gluten Free

Our Antarctica Express Air-Cruise was designed for travelers looking for a quick and affordable Antarctica expedition. This trip offers you the chance to visit Cape Horn, cruise the Drake Passage, land in Antarctica, and fly back.


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ITINERARY

Day 1 Start of the air-cruise Your journey begins in Ushuaia, Argentina, at the pier. Board your ship in the afternoon and sail along the Beagle Channel towards Puerto Williams, Chile, the southernmost town in the world. Explore the surroundings before setting sail to Cape Horn. 

Day 2 Cape Horn and Drake Passage After an overnight crossing of Nassau Bay, you awake in full view of legendary Cape Horn! Weather permitting, board a Zodiac and be one of the few privileged adventurers to step foot on this famous and rarely visited island. Back on board, set sail towards Antarctica and cross the famous passage named in honor of Sir Francis Drake, the great 16th-century British explorer. 

Day 3 Drake Passage As you sail through the Drake Passage en route to King George Island, in the South Shetland Islands, attend an engaging program of lectures and presentations. In the company of expert guides, watch for wildlife from the lounge or the outside decks. You may spot magnificent seabirds, such as albatrosses and petrels, as well as different species of whales on their way south to Antarctica. 

Day 4 Drake Passage and Antarctica After crossing the Antarctic Convergence, the environment changes noticeably. Keep your camera ready, as this is the time to watch for the first icebergs and the first sight of Antarctic land. Reaching the South Shetland Islands, sail in ice-filled bays, while enjoying the company of seabirds, penguins, seals, and whales. Board a Zodiac for your first memorable shore visit to a penguin colony. Exploration will continue well into the evening taking advantage of the long Antarctic daylight. 

Day 5 Antarctica and scheduled return flight Upon reaching King George Island, disembark at Fildes Bay. A 2-km (1.25-mile) walk takes you through Chile’s Frei Station and Russia’s Bellingshausen Station to the aircraft. Bid farewell to Antarctica as you board 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). 

Day 6 End of the air-cruise After breakfast, transfer to the Punta Arenas airport for your onward flight.

Rates Include
For air-cruises starting in Punta Arenas, Antarctica21-exclusive group transfers airport/
hotel on Day 1.
For air-cruises starting in Punta Arenas, one overnight with breakfast in Punta Arenas at the 
Cabo de Hornos Hotel or similar, with a welcome  dinner including drinks on Day 1.
One overnight with breakfast in Punta Arenas at the Cabo de Hornos Hotel or similar on the day of 
the scheduled return flight from Antarctica.
For air-cruises starting in Punta Arenas, enjoy  special access to Explorers House.
Antarctica21-exclusive group transfers airport/hotel on the day of the scheduled return flight 
from Antarctica, and Antarctica21-exclusive group transfers hotel/airport on the last day of 
the air-cruise.
Flight from Punta Arenas to Frei Station on King George Island and/or vice versa as indicated in the 
program corresponding to each voyage.
Ship cruise as indicated in the program corresponding to each voyage.
Daily buffet breakfast and lunch on board the ship offering a wide choice of dishes.
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 for landing in Antarctica.
Contingency Plan as described on page 39.
IAATO passenger fee.
Rates Do not Include
Anything that is not specifically listed under the 
“Included in the Rate” section. For example: 
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.
Internet connection on board the ship.
Personal travel insurance.
Extra expenses (communication, laundry, souvenirs, etc.).
Gratuities.
Visas for Chile and/or Argentina, passport expenses, and any arrival and/or departure tax, if applicable.

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