HIGHLIGHTS
- Journey
farther south through pristine waters in an attempt to reach the
Antarctic Circle.
- Explore
deeper into Antarctica's untouched wilderness.
- Enjoy
Zodiac excursions to remote bays and landing sites rarely visited.
- Step
foot on remote Antarctic shores.
- Experience
extended daylight hours perfect for photography and exploration.
- Cruise
through channels filled with spectacular icebergs.
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 | Triple | Porthole | Veranda | Deluxe Veranda | Suite | PH Suites | Single Veranda |
|---|
| Jan 30, 2026 | Feb 08, 2026 | 26,995 | 24,995 | 29,795 | 31,995 | 35,995 | 38,995 | 38,995 |
| Feb 13, 2027 | Feb 22, 2027 | 26,995 | 24,995 | 29,795 | 31,995 | 35,995 | 38,995 | 38,995 |
| Feb 15, 2028 | Feb 24, 2028 | 26,995 | 24,995 | 29,795 | 31,995 | 35,995 | 38,995 | 38,995 |
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)
Triple | (Mid-range)
Deluxe Veranda | (High-end)
Single Veranda |
|---|
| Jan 30, 2026 | Feb 08, 2026 | 26,995 | 31,995 | 38,995 |
| Feb 13, 2027 | Feb 22, 2027 | 26,995 | 31,995 | 38,995 |
| Feb 15, 2028 | Feb 24, 2028 | 26,995 | 31,995 | 38,995 |
ITINERARY
Day
1: Start of the Air-Cruise
Arrive
in Punta Arenas, Chile, where you are welcomed by Antarctica21 staff
and transferred to your hotel. Before 2 PM, you are expected at
Explorers House for your check-in, for a mandatory briefing that
provides important information about your air-cruise and essential
guidelines for Antarctic visitors. Later, gather for a welcome dinner
and meet your fellow adventurers while enjoying a typical regional menu.
Day
2: Scheduled Flight to Antarctica
A
two-hour flight takes you from Punta Arenas to King George Island, in
the South Shetland Islands. Your Antarctic adventure begins as you exit
the airplane, and the clear Antarctic air fills your lungs for the
first time. You then board a transfer vehicle and pass
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.
Days
3-8: Exploring Antarctica
Sail
along ice-filled fjords and among spectacular icebergs, while enjoying
the company of seabirds, penguins, seals, and whales. Visit the South
Shetland Islands and the western coast of the Antarctic Peninsula,
disembarking by Zodiac each day. In small groups, hike to extraordinary
sites and take part in exploratory Zodiac excursions to otherwise
inaccessible areas. Our expert polar guides share their passion for
Antarctica through an engaging
Enjoy
spectacular views, from the glass-enclosed lounge, while sharing your
daily adventures with fellow guests over a drink. The goal of this
expedition is to sail far south in the attempt to reach the Polar
Circle. The Expedition Team plans the specific voyage route based on
local conditions and takes advantage of the ever-changing opportunities
provided by nature. Flexibility will be the key to a successful voyage.
Your voyage may include visits to sites in the South Shetland Islands,
the Gerlache and Penola Straits, and the Crystal Sound. Each voyage is
unique, and crafted to provide the best possible overview of the varied
Antarctic environment.
Day
9: Scheduled Return Flight from Antarctica
Back
at King George Island, bid farewell to Antarctica as you board the
flight 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
10: End of the air-cruise
After
breakfast, transfer to the Punta Arenas airport for your onward flight.
Magellan Explorer (Luxury Expedition, 73-guests)
Magellan Explorer is a new and modern expedition vessel custom-built for Antarctic and sub-Antarctic expeditions. The ship has a capacity for 73 passengers (maximum 100) in seven categories of accommodation, including dedicated single cabins.
(Click image to view Ship details)
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- 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 as described on page 39.
- IAATO
passenger fee.
NOT
INCLUDED IN THE RATE
- 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.
- 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).
ADVENTURE OPTIONS
- Sea Kayaking (optional): USD 995
- Hiking and Snowshoeing in Antarctica, available for booking on board the ship at $85 per person, per excursion (optional)
