Itinerary Highlights
- Enjoy an overnight stay in Chile’s capital, the vibrant Santiago
- Fly directly to Antarctica, avoiding the Drake Passage crossing
- Venture on a boutique expedition cruise with Antarctica21
- Discover the South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula
- Explore further with Zodiac cruises and guided shore landings
- Spot penguins, seals, seabirds and, season permitting, whales
- Visit historic Antarctic research stations and landing sites
- Extend your trip to include Torres del Paine National Park
What's Included
- Flights
- Accommodation Throughout
- Transfers
Jack Brooker
Travel Specialist
Experience the magic of Antarctica on this 11-day air-cruise holiday with Antarctica21. By flying from Punta Arenas to King George Island, you'll avoid the Drake Passage crossing by sea and maximise your time exploring the spectacular landscapes and wildlife of the Antarctic Peninsula.
After an overnight stay in Santiago, travel south to join your boutique expedition ship and spend four unforgettable days discovering Antarctica's pristine wilderness. Accompanied by an expert expedition team, enjoy Zodiac cruises and guided shore landings to encounter penguins, seals, seabirds and, depending on the season, whales. Return to Santiago for a final night's stay before flying home, with the option to extend your holiday in Chile's breathtaking Torres del Paine National Park.
Why not combine Antarctica with Patagonia?
A journey to Antarctica pairs beautifully with a stay in Chilean Patagonia. Before or after your expedition, spend a few days exploring the dramatic landscapes of Torres del Paine National Park, where jagged granite peaks rise above turquoise glacial lakes and vast open plains roamed by guanacos. Whether you choose gentle walks, full-day hikes or simply wish to relax in a spectacular wilderness lodge, a Patagonia extension offers the perfect complement to your Antarctic adventure. Speak to one of our Latin America specialists about tailoring your holiday to include Torres del Paine and experience two of the world's most extraordinary wilderness destinations in one unforgettable journey.
Itinerary
Day 1 | Fly to Santiago
Day 2 | Santiago
Day 3 | Santiago - Punta Arenas
Day 4 | Fly to Antarctica & Embark your Expedition Ship
Day 5 - 8 | Exploring the Antarctic Peninsula
Spend the next four days exploring one of the most extraordinary wildernesses on Earth. Cruising through the sheltered waterways of the South Shetland Islands and along the western coast of the Antarctic Peninsula, you'll discover a spectacular world of towering glaciers, dramatic icebergs and snow-covered mountains.
Each day offers opportunities to go ashore by Zodiac with your expert expedition team, visiting penguin colonies, observing seals resting on the ice and, later in the season, watching for humpback, minke and orca whales. Flexible itineraries allow the captain and expedition leaders to make the most of prevailing weather and ice conditions, ensuring every voyage is unique. Between landings, enjoy fascinating lectures on Antarctic wildlife, history and geology, or simply admire the breathtaking scenery from the ship's observation decks and lounge.
Day 9 | Return to Punta Arenas & Santiago
Day 10 | Santiago
Day 11 | Fly to the UK
Jack Brooker
Travel Specialist
Pricing Information & Dates
Jack Brooker
Travel Specialist
Price Includes
- Return International Flights as per the itinerary
- All airport taxes and security charges
- Accommodation and meals as specified
- Transfers as specified
- Activities and excursions as specified
- All entrance fees on sightseeing tours as specified
Price Excludes
- Travel Insurance
- Any meals not specified in the itinerary
- Tips and gratuities
- Optional excursions
Pricing Notes
Why Choose Us?
Passionate travel experts
- We've been leading wildlife travel since our first South Africa tours over 25 years ago
- Our Travel Specialists have lived in their specialist area for years
- We work with local guides to immerse you deeper in our diverse range of experiences
Personal & tailor-made
- You'll speak to your own expert who'll share their first-hand knowledge
- We'll make your itinerary seamless with 24/7 emergency contact available
- Your Travel Specialist will listen to ensure you have the best chance of seeing the wildlife you love
Responsible by nature
- We take care to actively contribute to the conservation of environments we visit
- For select countries, we make a charitable donation on your behalf when you make your booking
- We've partnered with conservation experts and NGOs to curate responsible tours
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