17 Days / 16 Nights
Ushuaia, Argentina
Join us for a remarkable experience that takes you through the western Antarctic Peninsula, through Elephant Island to South Georgia. The South Georgia and Antarctica air-cruise allows you to sail through the nutrient-rich waters and, each day, disembark with our expert polar guides having time to either hike, snowshoe, or kayak in bays nearby. As we make our way to South Georgia, you will follow in the footsteps of famous Antarctic explorers, like Ernest Shackleton, and learn about their daring southerly adventures. After reaching South Georgia, visit some of the largest colonies of penguins in the world, including the king penguin, and see the nesting grounds of thousands of albatrosses.
No journey is the same and flexibility is the key to success in Antarctica. The Expedition Team plans the voyage route to take advantage of the ever-changing opportunities provided by nature. You will explore several sites in the Gerlache Strait that offer the best possible overview of the varied Antarctic environment.
Comprehensive pre- and post-voyage information material.
Group transfers from the airport and hotel on day one for guests arriving in Punta Arenas and from the hotel to the airport on the last day of the air-cruise itinerary.
Two nights stay with breakfast in Punta Arenas at the Cabo de Hornos Hotel or similar on day one and on the day of the scheduled return flight from Antarctica.
Welcome dinner on day one at the hotel in Punta Arenas.
Special access to Explorers House for guests in Punta Arenas.
Ship cruise and flight from Punta Arenas, Chile, to King George Island, Antarctica, and/or vice versa as indicated in the program corresponding to each air-cruise itinerary.
Daily buffet breakfast, à la carte lunch and dinner, as well as wine, beer, juice, soft drinks, coffee, tea, chocolate, cappuccino, water, and snacks on board the ship.
Loan of waterproof boots for landings in Antarctica, contingency plan, and IAATO passenger fee.
All guided shore excursions, as well as lectures and entertainment on board.
Save 48+ hours of sailing time by flying over the Drake Passage. Reach Antarctica in 2 hours by flight, make the most of your precious vacation time, and quickly immerse yourself in the beauty of the Seventh Continent.
Get a glimpse into our Antarctica & South Georgia Air-Cruise expedition in this video!
Each day you can disembark your expedition vessel by zodiac and explore the landscapes together with our expert polar guides.
You can join our kayaking program to visit the beautiful bays and parts of the coast where our ship cannot go.
As you sail the austral waters of the southern oceans on your way to South Georgia you may see migrating whales.
Fly from Punta Arenas, Chile, to the White Continent and start your expedition directly in Antarctica.
Enjoy a wide range of delicious dining options with views that will delight you as you dine.
Enjoy amazing views like these Icebergs in South Georgia.
South Georgia is home to some of the most interesting wildlife in the world, like the Northern giant petrel.
The Antarctica and South Georgia Air-Cruise is available on Magellan Explorer our new and most modern polar vessel.
Featuring a modern design and innovative technologies, this expedition vessel was custom-built for our Antarctic air-cruises.
Receive a free cabin upgrade on our March 1, 2024 Classic Antarctica Air-Cruise departure on board Magellan Explorer.
Magellan Explorer was custom-built for Antarctic air-cruises.
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Enjoy views of the unforgettable landscapes from your bed.
For your air-cruise, you can choose a few additional add-ons to enhance your expedition experience with us. Review our Trip Packages, Extra Services & Promotions page for more information. On the Antarctica & South Georgia Air-Cruise, you can add the following optional packages and activities to add to your booking:
Sea Kayaking Program: See Antarctica from the unique vantage point of a sea kayak.
Reserve at booking, price on Ocean Nova is $895 USD & Magellan Explorer is $995 USD, prices are per person for the entire trip program.
Hiking and Snowshoeing Program: Gain greater mobility and see more of the Antarctic landscape while hiking and snowshoeing.
Book onboard, price: $85 USD per person per excursion.
Arrive to Antarctica from Punta Arenas, Chile in just under 2 hours.
Hotel and Transfer Package: This package is available pre-expedition and post-expedition and includes group airport transfers, 1-night hotel accommodation, breakfast, and a drink voucher.
For pricing, please inquire at the time of reservation.
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