Antarctica & South Georgia Air-Cruise 18 DAYS / 17 NIGHTS

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Antarctica, an Expedition to Planet Earth

Scheduled departures 2025/2026:

ABOARD MAGELLAN EXPLORER SHIP

Mar 8-25, 2026

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All about the Antarctica & South Georgia Air-Cruise 18 DAYS / 17 NIGHTS.

Landscape
A land that holds 90% of Earth’s ice, Antarctica stuns visitors with its awe-inspiring beauty. See peaceful bays dotted with colossal icebergs; cruise along deep fjords and see massive glaciers; be amazed
by sharp snowy peaks that jut out of the sea.

Adventure
Feel the spray of seawater on your cheeks as you cruise in a Zodiac to shore. Follow in the footsteps
of early explorers as you hike on Antarctic soil. Join our optional Sea Kayaking and Hiking & Snowshoeing programs and discover more from different vantage points.

Wildlife
Penguins, whales, seals, and seabirds congregate in Antarctica and South Georgia during the austral
summer. Present in large numbers, you can move along in their world and find endless inspiration
for photographs.

Memories
Setting foot on the seventh continent is a privilege and an honor. You will bring home unforgettable
tales, and your journey will arouse curiosity and admiration, and create inspiring narratives that will be cherished and recounted for years to come.

The tour package inclusions and exclusions at a glance

What is included in this tour?Items that are included in the cost of tour price.

For air-cruises starting in Punta Arenas, Antarctica21-exclusive group transfers airport/
hotel on Day 1.
For air-cruises starting in Punta Arenas, one night at the Cabo de Hornos hotel in Punta Arenas
or similar with breakfast and a welcome dinner including drinks on Day 1.
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.
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 variety 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.
Access to exclusive content on the Antarctica21 app on board Magellan Explorer.
Contingency Plan.
IAATO passenger fee.

What is not included in this tour?Items that are not included in the cost of tour price.

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.

Day 1 Start of the air-cruise
Antarctica21 staff members welcome you in Punta Arenas, Chile, before 2 PM. Transfer to your hotel, visit Explorers House, and attend a mandatory briefing that provides important information about your air-cruise and reviews the essential guidelines for Antarctic visitors. At Explorers House, enjoy local gastronomy as you meet your fellow adventurers.
Day 2 Scheduled flight to Antarctica
A smooth two-hour flight takes you from Punta Arenas to King George Island in the South Shetland Islands, where your adventure begins as you exit the airplane and the clear Antarctic air fills your lungs for the first time. A short vehicle transfer takes you to the shore of Fildes Bay, where a Zodiac takes you to your boutique expedition vessel.
Day 3-6 Exploring Antarctica
Cruise between the South Shetland Islands and 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. No journey is the same and flexibility is the key to success in Antarctica, as 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, and your voyage may include visits to sites in the South Shetland Islands, the Gerlache Strait, the Penola Strait, and the Antarctic Sound.
Day 7 Elephant Island
Sailing north, we hope to stop at Elephant Island, where the crew of Shackleton’s Endurance found refuge while he and five handpicked men carried on to South Georgia. While the stormy conditions of this area rarely allow a shore landing, you will see the island from the ship.
Day 8-9 Sailing to South Georgia
As we sail northward, our historian and naturalist guides offer a series of presentations, and there is time to socialize in the ship’s lounge while keeping an eye out for the region’s abundant birdlife.
Day 10-13 Exploring South Georgia
The island of South Georgia is a diverse landscape of majestic mountains, massive glaciers, grassy uplands, and deep fjords. Visit the former whaling outpost of Grytviken, where you may pay your respects at the simple grave of Ernest Shackleton. At St. Andrew’s Bay, be overwhelmed by the sight of 150,000 king penguins, while at Cooper Island, the nesting home of thousands of black-browed albatrosses, you can see a large colony of macaroni penguins. At the peak of the breeding season, it is said to have the highest concentration of wildlife per square meter on the planet. If the weather is favorable, visits are also planned at Fortuna Bay, Salisbury Plains, Prion Island, and Elsehul Bay.
Day 14-16 Sailing towards South America
As the ship heads to South America, the program of presentations continues. Use this time to enhance your understanding of the region and its history.
Day 17 At sea and Beagle Channel
Approach the South American continent and sail along the Beagle Channel. Take in the beauty of Tierra del Fuego and Navarino Island as you make your way to Ushuaia.
Day 18 Ushuaia, Argentina
Arrival to Ushuaia, where your journey ends.