HIGHLIGHTS
- Seek out Antarctica’s iconic wildlife – including penguins, seals, and orcas
- Marvel at incandescent icebergs using our fleet of kayaks and Zodiacs
- Navigate Chile’s coastal fjords and explore spectacular Glacier Alley, where monumental glaciers calve into the sea
- Hike among the snowcapped “horns” of Torres del Paine National Park and enjoy special access to Karukinka Natural Park, the largest protected land area in Tierra del Fuego
- Cruise the waters of Francisco Coloane Marine Park, searching for the humpback whales and dolphins that inhabit this vast marine reserve
DATES / RATES
Rates are listed per person in USD. Promotional offers are not reflected in the rates below.
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| Start Date | End Date | category-1 | category-2 | category-3 | category-4 | category-5 | category-6 | category-7 |
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| Feb 21, 2027 | Mar 10, 2027 | 29,757 | 33,433 | 34,467 | 37,060 | 46,324 | 35,866 | 59,513 |
Rates are listed per person in USD. Promotional offers are not reflected in the rates below.
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| Start Date | End Date | (Starting from)
category-1 | (Mid-range)
category-4 | (High-end)
category-7 |
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| Feb 21, 2027 | Mar 10, 2027 | 29,757 | 37,060 | 59,513 |
ITINERARY
ROUTING
REMINDER: National
Geographic Resolution departures route roundtrip via Santiago; National
Geographic Explorer departures route roundtrip Buenos Aires - Santiago.
Please note that the "2025 Northbound (Modified)" and "2025 Southbound
(Modified)" are one day shorter than the other routes. Please confirm
the route of your departure at the time of booking with an Expedition
Specialist or the Lindblad Air Department before making flight
arrangements.
DAY
1: Buenos
Aires, Argentina
Arrive in Buenos Aires. Transfer from the airport to the Alvear Art
Hotel or similar before seeing the city’s Beaux-Arts palaces.
Visit Recoleta—the final resting place of Argentina's iconic
first lady, Eva Perón—and enjoy a private visit to
El Zanjon de Granados, one of the city’s premier museums.
In
the early evening, we gather for an informal reception and a drink at
the hotel.
Arrival Time: Arrive before 11:30 a.m. local time.
Arrival City: Buenos Aires, Argentina
DAY
2: Ushuaia,
Argentina / Embark Ship
Today we fly south to Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world,
where we meet our ship. Ushuaia’s spectacular setting,
between the jagged peaks of the Cordillera Darwin and the protected
waters of the Beagle Channel, makes it an appropriately wild place to
begin our journey to the White Continent. While we’re there,
we visit Tierra del Fuego National Park, where we can view a beautiful
forest of southern beech, very much like those that covered Antarctica
millions of years ago. Lunch will be served onboard a private catamaran
while cruising the Beagle Channel, where we’ll be on the
lookout for huge South American sea lions and birds like imperial
cormorants. Residents of Ushuaia often call their small city
‘El Fin Del Mundo’, The End of the World, but for
us, it’s just the beginning.
DAYS
3-4: At Sea /
Drake Passage
Sail to Antarctica via the Drake Passage, named after 16th-century
English admiral Sir Francis Drake. Watch for dozens of species of
seabirds gliding alongside our ship—including the albatross,
which boasts the longest wingspan of any extant bird—and
enjoy talks from our onboard naturalists about the wildlife and geology
that await us on the Antarctic Peninsula.
DAYS
5-9: Exploring
Antarctica
With long hours of daylight at this time of year, we have ample
opportunities to explore. Our schedule is flexible, allowing us to take
advantage of the unexpected, whether we are watching whales at play off
the bow of our ship or enjoying an evening Zodiac cruise amid
glittering icebergs. One day, we might set out by kayak to encounter
towering icebergs at water level; embark on a Zodiac excursion in
search of seals and blue-eyed shags; or walk on a beach amid thousands
of Adélie and gentoo penguins. The next day, we might
experience the thrill of the ship crunching through pack ice. Our
expert expedition team enriches our experiences.
DAYS
10-11: At Sea
Relax on board and enjoy the ship’s amenities as the coast of
Antarctica disappears from view. Round the southernmost tip of South
America at Cape Horn and witness the dramatic meeting of the Atlantic
and Pacific oceans en route to Ushuaia, Argentina.
DAYS
12-13: Exploring
the Chilean Fjords
Sail into southern Patagonia’s vast wilderness of forested
isles, mirror-like lakes, and snowcapped peaks. Myriad fjords cut
between soaring granite walls and waterfalls tumble from high above.
Explore the region known as Chile’s “Glacier
Alley,” part of the UNESCO-recognized Cape Horn Biosphere
Reserve. Cruise into the secluded Pia Fjord, admiring views of its
massive glacier, and glide into Garibaldi Fjord in Alberto de Agostini
National Park, where the Andes meet the sea. Get up close to the
monumental wall of ice that marks the edge of Garibaldi Glacier,
exploring by Zodiac or kayak. Continue to Agostini Fjord, where
numerous glaciers originate from the nearby mountains, for a chance to
witness thunderous glacial calving.
DAY
14: Puerto
Natales / Kirke Narrows
Local pilots join our captain on the bridge to guide us through the
winding Kirke Narrows, accessible only to small expedition ships. We
then continue our discovery of the Chilean fjords, where we may explore
by ship or take a forest walk.
DAY
15: Puerto
Natales and Torres del Paine National Park
Early this morning we dock in picturesque Puerto Natales before heading
out to explore majestic Torres del Paine National Park, a UNESCO
Biosphere Reserve. Set out by foot or by vehicle across the windswept,
rugged landscape, which spans more than 550,000 acres and harbors an
astounding variety of geological forms, from the soaring granite
pillars of the “horns” and windswept grasslands to
rivers, glaciers, and gem-colored lagoons. Keep an eye out for
guanacos, rheas, foxes, and armadillos.
DAY
16: Francisco
Coloane Marine Park
Today, we enter the Strait of Magellan to explore Francisco Coloane
Marine Park. The park covers more than 165,000 acres of land and sea
and is home to an abundance of wildlife, including humpback whales, two
species of sea lions, and Magellanic penguins. Cruise along the
coastline by Zodiac and kayak to watch for black and white
Peale’s dolphins, the endangered Chilean dolphin, and Andean
condors.
DAY
17: Tierra del
Fuego: Karukinka Natural Park and Ainsworth Bay
Cruise to Tierra del Fuego and venture into the archipelago’s
largest protected land area: Karukinka Natural Park. Visit this private
reserve by special permission, searching for Andean foxes, guanacos,
black-browed albatross, and more. Then sail to Ainsworth Bay, a
stunning fjord surrounded by subpolar forest, keeping an eye out for
elephant seals.
DAY
18: Punta
Arenas / Disembark Ship / Santiago
Disembark in Punta Arenas and board our flight to Santiago to connect
with your overnight flight home.
Departure Time: Depart after 9:00 p.m. local time.
Departure City: Santiago, Chile
Meals Included: Breakfast
National Geographic Explorer (Luxury Expedition, 148-guests)
An authentic expedition ship, purpose-engineered for blue water and polar exploration. National Geographic Explorer Hosts 148 guests. National Geographic Explorer is equipped with an ice-strengthened hull and advanced navigation equipment for polar expeditions; a roster of tools for exploration; and a well-appointed interior with vast expanses of glass for an unprecedented connection to the environment. Her interior and exterior design embodied the Lindblad expedition ethos, the privilege of wildness and the luxury of comfort.
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WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Excursions, hotels, and airport transfers, as indicated in the itinerary
- Selection of exploration tools curated to your destination, such as Zodiacs and glass-bottom boats, stand-up paddleboards, kayaks, snorkeling equipment (including wetsuits, masks, and fins), and other state-of-the-art gear
- Guidance and company of our leading expedition staff
- All meals as indicated in the itinerary, both aboard and onshore. Meals are inspired by regional cuisine and locally sourced where possible.
- Hors d’oeuvres inspired by regional cuisine and locally sourced where possible
- 24-hour access to snacks, premium coffees and teas, non-alcoholic beverages, and filtered water
- Beer, wine, cocktails, and spirits aboard the National Geographic Endurance, National Geographic Resolution, National Geographic Explorer, National Geographic Orion, National Geographic Endeavour II, National Geographic Islander II, Sea Cloud, Sea Cloud II, Lord of the Glens, and The Jahan. We are also pleased to offer a selection of super premium wines and liquors, available for purchase.
- Beer and wine on all 2023 departures aboard National Geographic Venture, National Geographic Quest, National Geographic Sea Bird, and National Geographic Sea Lion, and specialty cocktails with meals aboard Delfin ll. Starting in 2024, spirits and cocktails are also included aboard these ships, with super premium wines and liquors available for purchase.
- Beer and wine with meals aboard Oberoi Philae and Sun Goddess. Additional alcoholic beverages are available for purchase.
- Crew gratuities aboard National Geographic Endurance, National Geographic Resolution, National Geographic Explorer, National Geographic Orion, Sea Cloud, Sea Cloud II, Lord of the Glens, Oberoi Philae, Sun Goddess, and The Jahan.
- Laundry services aboard Oberoi Philae and Sun Goddess.
- Free Wi-Fi aboard Lord of the Glens and The Jahan.
- Free Wi-Fi, up to one hour a day per person, aboard National Geographic Islander II and National Geographic Endeavour II
- Lindblad Expeditions is currently activating Starlink-enabled internet on each of our ships, enabling us to offer free Wi-Fi—in addition to paid tiers for faster internet speeds—to all of our guests fleetwide by the end of 2023.
- Presentations on your destination by expedition staff and expert guest speakers
- Complimentary reusable water bottle to fill at onboard water refill stations
- The services of a physician, physician’s assistant, nurse practitioner, or paramedic
- Morning stretch classes and 24-hour access to exercise equipment where available
- 24-hour access to lounges, observation decks, library stocked with regionally relevant literature, and other shared spaces
- Complimentary Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic parka or jacket on select Arctic and Antarctic voyages
- Assistance by the onboard National Geographic Photography Expert (National Geographic Endurance, National Geographic Explorer, National Geographic Orion, National Geographic Resolution) and Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic certified photo instructor (all ships)
- Access to the OM System Photo Gear Locker with the latest gear to try out on loan (all Lindblad-National Geographic ships except in Galapagos)
- Park and site entrance fees, special access permits, and port taxes
Pricing Does Not Include - Airfare (except flights when indicated as included), pre- and post-expedition extensions, additional hotel nights, and private transfers
- Travel protection plans and passport, visa, and immigration fees
- Laundry, spa treatments, scuba diving, Wi-Fi, and phone services (except when indicated as included)
- Crew gratuities aboard National Geographic Endeavour II, National Geographic Islander II, National Geographic Venture, National Geographic Quest, National Geographic Sea Bird, National Geographic Sea Lion, and Delfin II
Unused services or items included in our programs are non-refundable.
