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In just over two hours fly from Punta Arenas to King George Island, you are at the gates of the White Continent. Ideal for clients short on time and for others who wish to avoid sailing across the Drake Passage. Cruise for 6 days along the Antarctic Peninsula with its ice-filled fjords and spectacular icebergs whilst marvelling at the wildlife.
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Arrive in Punta Arenas and transfer to your hotel. This evening enjoy a welcome dinner and briefing about preparing for your embarkation day. (D)
Board your charter flight to Antarctica. Cross the legendary Drake Passage in only a few hours and experience your first glimpse of the dramatic Antarctic landscapes as the plane descends for landing in the South Shetland Islands. After landing, walk 1.6km to the shore, before being transferred by Zodiac to your ship to set sail for the Antarctic Peninsula. (B,L,D)
Experience the wonder of Antarctica as your ship cruises around the Peninsula and South Shetland Islands. Spend the days exploring as each day and landing will be different as it is dependent on weather. Your Captain and Expedition Team are on hand to keep a lookout for whales, seabirds and any new sightings. Whilst on board attend lectures presented by a team of experts who will deepen your experience with explanations of the glaciology, history, and wildlife of the region. (B,L,D)
After a week of exploring, farewell your Expedition Team and disembark at King George Island. Return to Punta Arenas on the two-hour flight across the Drake Passage. On arrival in Punta Arenas, you will be transferred to your hotel. Remainder of the day and evening is at leisure. (B)
Your arrangements will end after check-out this morning. (B)
All of our tour departures include international flights and taxes in the price unless a land only option is selected
We have a selection of dedicated departures for solo travellers. These departures feature a maximum group size of 18 and exclusive benefits including a single room throughout your tour, complimentary return airport transfers (within 50km radius of major Australian airports) and a cocktail on arrival at your destination. Travellers from Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne also receive a complimentary Australian airport lounge pass for use prior to departure.
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All of our tours offer a single room supplement, which means you’ll have a room to yourself throughout your chosen tour. Continue the check-out process for the applicable supplement.
On most tours, you can choose our 'Happy to Share' option, which may enable you to share a twin room with other solo customers of the same gender who also request Happy to Share. If a share partner is found, the Single Supplement will be removed from your booking. If a share partner is not found, the Single Supplement will remain and is payable with your final balance.
If you are booking on a Dedicated Solo departure, a single room is already included in the price and there are no additional single supplements to pay.
With our flight inclusive option, we'll do the planning for you and meet you on arrival.
We include airport pickup upon arrival at your destination and drop off at the end of your tour (on the scheduled tour arrival and departure days) and when booking pre or post tour accommodation with us.
We partner with established and reputable airlines for your international flights.
We can assist with upgrading your seat to premium or business class for an additional cost.
Our team will work with you to choose your ideal routing and if we make changes to your tour itinerary that impact flights, we’ll rebook them for you.
Our On-Tour Support Team is available to provide advice about how to handle flight changes.
