Antarctica Express Air-Cruise
Punta Arenas – Antarctica – Punta Arenas (5 NIGHTS)
FROM US$4,695
Leaving from Ushuaia, the 2019-20 Antarctica Express Air-Cruises take you through the Beagle Channel and to legendary Cape Horn. From there you cross the mythical waters of the Drake Passage and spend a day in one of the most spectacular places on earth – Antarctica. Five departures are offered during the 2019-20 season, two aboard Ocean Nova, two aboard Hebridean Sky and one aboard Magellan Explorer.
Antarctica Expedition Cruise Offer
We also include in most cases some attractive extras free of charge should we book one of these expedition cruises for you. Such extras range from free return flights from Santiago to Punta Arenas, or Buenos Aires to Ushuaia, or a hotel night or two free of charge or other parts of your overall travel itinerary at no cost. Note: The final offer will be determined by us and depend on type of cabin, length of trip and which expedition cruise you book with us.
Itinerary
Day 1: Start of the Air-Cruise → Your journey begins in Ushuaia, Argentina. Board your ship in the afternoon and sail along the Beagle Channel towards Puerto Williams, Chile, the southernmost town in the world. Explore the surroundings before setting sail to Cape Horn.
Day 2: Cape Horn and Drake Passage → After an overnight crossing of Nassau Bay, you awake in full view of legendary Cape Horn! Weather permitting, board a Zodiac and be one of the few privileged adventurers to step foot on this famous and rarely visited island. Back on board, set sail towards Antarctica and cross the famous passage named in honour of Sir Francis Drake, the great 16th century British explorer.
Day 3: Drake Passage → As you sail through the Drake Passage en route to King George Island, in the South Shetland Islands, attend an engaging program of lectures and presentations. In the company of expert guides, watch for wildlife from the lounge or from the outside decks. You may spot magnificent sea birds, such as albatrosses and petrels, as well as different species of whales on their way south to Antarctica.
Day 4: Drake Passage and Antarctica → Return to King George Island and bid farewell to Antarctica before boarding the flight back 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 5: Antarctica and Return Flight → Upon reaching King George Island, disembark at Fildes Bay and explore the area, such as the Chilean Base Frei and the Russian Base Bellingshausen. Bid farewell to Antarctica before boarding the flight back to Punta Arenas, Chile. 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 6: End of the Air-Cruise
After breakfast, transfer to the Punta Arenas airport for your onward flight.
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↓ Rates and Dates (3 Ships By Separate)
NEW SHIP
| Trip start and end | Triple Suite | Porthole Cabin | Veranda Cabin | Deluxe Veranda Cabin | Penthouse Suite | Grand Suite | Single Cabin | |
| Dec 6-13, 2019 | 12,995 | 13,995 | 15,995 | 16,995 | 20,995 | 23,995 | 23,995 | |
| Dec 11-18, 2019 | 12,995 | 13,995 | 15,995 | 16,995 | 20,995 | 23,995 | 23,995 | |
| Dec 16-23, 2019 | 12,995 | 13,995 | 15,995 | 16,995 | 20,995 | 23,995 | 23,995 | |
| Dec 21-28, 2019 | 12,995 | 13,995 | 15,995 | 16,995 | 20,995 | 23,995 | 23,995 | |
| Dec 26-Jan 2, 2020 | 14,595 | 15,795 | 17,995 | 18,995 | 23,495 | 26,995 | 26,995 | |
| Dec 31-Jan 7, 2020 | 14,595 | 15,795 | 17,995 | 18,995 | 23,495 | 26,995 | 26,995 | |
| Jan 5-12, 2020 | 14,595 | 15,795 | 17,995 | 18,995 | 23,495 | 26,995 | 26,995 | |
| Jan 19-26, 2020 | 14,595 | 15,795 | 17,995 | 18,995 | 23,495 | 26,995 | 26,995 | |
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| Feb 5-12, 2020 | 14,595 | 15,795 | 17,995 | 18,995 | 23,495 | 26,995 | 26,995 | Limited availability |
| Feb 10-17, 2020 | 14,595 | 15,795 | 17,995 | 18,995 | 23,495 | 26,995 | 26,995 | |
| Feb 15-22, 2020 | 14,595 | 15,795 | 17,995 | 18,995 | 23,495 | 26,995 | 26,995 | |
| Feb 20-27, 2020 | 14,595 | 15,795 | 17,995 | 18,995 | 23,495 | 26,995 | 26,995 | |
| Feb 25-March 3, 2020 | 14,595 | 15,795 | 17,995 | 18,995 | 23,495 | 26,995 | 26,995 |
– All prices are per-person and indicated in USD.
– A Preferred Seating promotion is now in effect until Sept. 20, 2018. Travellers who book before the deadline will receive Preferred Seating Promotion reduction per person. This promotion is capacity-controlled and may be discontinued at any time.
– Single travellers can choose between booking a dedicated single cabin, booking a twin cabin for single use (an 85% supplement will be added to the rate per person in Twin Cabin) or sharing a cabin with another passenger of the same gender.
Note: This pricing chart presents our dates and prices. For real-time availability, please contact us.
| Trip start and end | Triple Cabin | Twin Cabin | Single Cabin | |
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| Dec 7-14, 2019 | 11,395 | 12,995 | 17,395 | |
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| Dec 22-29, 2019 | 12,995 | 14,995 | 21,495 | |
| 14,995 | Sold Out | |||
| Jan 17-24, 2020 | 12,995 | 14,995 | 21,495 | |
| Sold Out | ||||
| Jan 27-Feb 3, 2020 | 12.995 | 14,995 | 21,495 | Dedicated to Asian groups |
| Sold out | ||||
| Feb 6-13, 2020 | 12,995 | 14,995 | 21,495 | |
| Feb 11-18, 2020 | 12,995 | 14,995 | 21,495 |
– All prices are per-person and indicated in USD.
– A Preferred Seating promotion is now in effect until Sept. 20, 2018. Travellers who book before the deadline will receive Preferred Seating Promotion reduction per person. This promotion is capacity-controlled and may be discontinued at any time.
– Single travellers can choose between booking a dedicated single cabin, booking a twin cabin for single use (an 85% supplement will be added to the rate per person in Twin Cabin) or sharing a cabin with another passenger of the same gender.
Note: This pricing chart presents our dates and prices. For real-time availability, please contact us.
| Trip start and end | Triple Suite | Window Suite | Promenade Suite | Deluxe Suite | Veranda Suite | Penthouse Suite | Single Suite | Owner’s Suite |
| Dec 13-20, 2019 | 12,995 | 14,995 | 15,995 | 16,995 | 17,995 | 20,995 | 23,995 | 23,995 |
| Dec 18-25, 2019 | 12,995 | 14,995 | 15,995 | 16,995 | 17,995 | 20,995 | 23,995 | 23,995 |
| Dec 23-30, 2019 | 13,795 | 15,795 | 16,795 | 17,995 | 18,995 | 21,995 | 24,995 | 24,995 |
| Dec 28, 2019-Jan 4, 2020 | 13,795 | 15,795 | 16,795 | 17,995 | 18,995 | 21,995 | 24,995 | 24,995 |
– All prices are per person and indicated in USD.
– A Preferred Seating promotion is now in effect until Sept. 20, 2018. Travellers who book before the deadline will receive Preferred Seating Promotion reduction per person. This promotion is capacity-controlled and may be discontinued at any time.
– Single travellers can choose between booking a dedicated single cabin, booking a Window or Promenade Suite for single use (only a limited number are available and an 85% supplement will be added to the rate per person) or sharing a Window Suite with another passenger of the same gender.
Note: This pricing chart presents our dates and prices. For real-time availability, please contact us.
FLEET (3 Ships) ↓
Ocean Nova
Ocean Nova is a modern and comfortable expedition vessel. She was built in Denmark in 1992 to sail the ice-choked waters of Greenland. She was fully refurbished in 2006 and has since benefitted from annual upgrades and improvements. Her ice-strengthened hull is ideally suited for expedition travel in Antarctica.
In addition to a glass-enclosed observation lounge and presentation room, Ocean Nova also has a spacious dining room, a bar, a library, a small gym, and an infirmary. The ship has a fleet of seven Zodiac boats that are well suited for disembarking and wildlife watching.
Accommodation Details:
| Category | Average size | Details |
| Single cabins | 87 ft2 – 8 mt2 | One lower single bed |
| Twin cabins | 106 ft2 – 10 mt2 | Two lower beds |
| Triple cabins | 150 ft2 – 14 mt2 | Two lower beds and one upper bed |
NEW: M/V Magellan Explorer
Magellan Explorer is a new and modern expedition vessel custom build for our Antarctic air-cruises. She was built in Chile to the latest Polar Code specifications.
For our air-cruises, Magellan Explorer has capacity for 73 passengers accommodated in seven categories of accommodation, including dedicated single cabins. All cabins except Porthole cabins feature private balconies. All double cabins except two have two twin beds that can be configured as one king-size bed. All other cabins have two twin beds that can be configured as one queen-size bed. All cabins feature a wardrobe, individually controlled heating system, a sitting area, and a private bathroom with shower.
The ship features a glass-enclosed observation lounge and presentation room with state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment, a spacious and stylish dining room, a well-stocked bar, a library, a meeting room, a gym, a sauna, and a medical clinic. The forward-facing observation deck leads to the bow of the ship, which is accessible to guests to offer proximity to marine wildlife. The ship has a fleet of 10 Zodiac boats that are well suited for disembarking and wildlife watching.
Technical Details
| PASSENGERS: | 100 maximum* |
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| * Up to 73 guests for Air-Cruise operations: | |
| EXPEDITION STAFF & CREW: | 60 |
| LENGTH: | 90.7 m (298 ft.) |
| BREADTH: | 16.2 m (53 ft.) |
| PROPULSION: | 2x MAN main engines, total 3,440 kW |
| ICE CLASS: | LR PC6 |
| DRAFT: | 4.3 m (14 ft.) |
| CRUISING SPEED: | 14 knots |
| GROSS TONNAGE: | 4,900 |
| FLAG: | Bahamas |
Accommodation Details
| Category | Average size | Details |
| Triple Suite |
440 ft2 -40 mt2 | 2 twin beds and 1 queen-size sofa bed, 2 private balconies with sitting area |
| Porthole Cabin |
220 ft2 -20 mt2 | 2 twin beds or 1 king-size bed |
| Veranda Cabin |
220 ft2 -20 mt2 | 2 twin beds or 1 king size bed, private balcony with sitting area |
| Deluxe Veranda Cabin |
220 ft2 -20 mt2 | 2 twin beds or 1 king-size bed, private balcony with sitting area |
| Penthouse Suite |
330 ft2 -30 mt2 | 2 twin beds or 1 king-size bed, private balcony with sitting area |
| Grand Suite |
440 ft2 -40 mt2 | 2 twin beds or 1 king-size sofa bed, 2 private balconies with sitting area |
| Single Cabin |
220 ft2 -20 mt2 | 1 king-size bed, private balcony with sitting area |
Hebridean Sky
Hebridean Sky, formerly called Sea Explorer, is a small, all-suite expedition vessel. She was built in 1992 and refurbished in 2005. In 2016 the ship underwent an extensive, multimillion-dollar renovation that transformed her into one of the finest small-ships in the world.
Hebridean Sky offers an exclusive and stylish base for adventurous exploration in Antarctica. Public areas include “The Club” lounge, a Library, a presentation lounge with audio-visual facilities, a dining room, an outdoor cafe, a medical clinic, a wraparound deck, and an elevator serving all passenger decks. The ship has a fleet of 10 Zodiac boats.
Accommodation Details
| Category | Average size | Details |
| Owner’s suite | 370 ft2 -34 mt2 | Two-room suite with sitting room, balcony and bedroom |
| Single suite | 240 ft2 -22 mt2 | Suites with window and sitting area |
| Penthouse suite | 325 ft2 -30 mt2 | Suites with private balcony and sitting area |
| Veranda suite | 260 ft2 -24 mt2 | Suites with private balcony and sitting area |
| Deluxe suite | 240 ft2 -22 mt2 | Suites with bow and side windows, and sitting area |
| Promenade suite | 220 ft2 -20 mt2 | Suites with window and sitting area |
| Window suite | 225 ft2 -21 mt2 | Suites with window and sitting area |
| Triple suite | 225 ft2 -21 mt2 | Suites with window and sitting area |
ROUTE:
USHUAIA → ANTARCTICA
→ SO. SHETLAND ISLANDS → USHUAIA
ROUTE:
PUNTA ARENAS → ANTARCTICA
→ PUNTA ARENAS
ROUTE:
PUNTA ARENAS → ANTARCTICA
→ PUNTA ARENAS
ROUTE:
PUNTA ARENAS → ANTARCTICA
→ PUNTA ARENAS
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ROUTE:
USHUAIA → FALKLAND ISLANDS → SOUTH GEORGIA → ANTARCTICA → USHUAIA
ROUTE:
USHUAIA → FALKLAND ISLANDS → SOUTH GEORGIA → ANTARCTICA → USHUAIA
ROUTE:
USHUAIA → ANTARCTICA
ANTARCTICA → USHUAIA
ROUTE:
USHUAIA → ANTARCTICA
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