Antarctic Express

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  • E-ticket/Mobile voucher
  • duration 8 days
  • tour type Group
  • age requirement 10-90 yrs
  • guiding method Fully guided
  • Tour Code BM-21860
  • Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
  • Operated in English
  • Starts/Ends Punta Arenas, Chile
HIGHLIGHTS
  • Fly to the South Shetland Islands - the quickest way to reach Antarctica
  • Discover the awe-inspiring landscapes of the Antarctic Peninsula
  • Encounter penguins, whales, sea lions and other wildlife
  • Enjoy on-board lectures and educational presentations from experts
Our eight-day 'Antarctic Express' itinerary offers an incredible opportunity to experience the magic of Antarctica in just one week. By joining this guided tour, you can avoid the notorious two-day Drake Passage crossing and instead take a chartered flight from Punta Arenas in Chile to King George Island.

Explore the unique lifestyle of the people staying on the island, the largest of the South Shetland Islands and home to a small human population gathered around its research centres. Next, board your expedition ship bound for Antarctica and get your first glimpses of the continent.

Touch down on the continent, leaving your footprints in the snow as you explore this icy wonderland. Spend four incredible days discovering the Antarctic Peninsula, making short excursions to spot whales, penguins, seals and albatross. You’ll also get a chance to learn more about Antarctica’s incredible wildlife, interesting geology and intriguing history from our expedition team.

You have the option to participate in a variety of activities such as kayaking and standup paddleboarding, or you can challenge yourself with snowshoeing and mountaineering. There is also an option to camp overnight on the Antarctic continent - a truly unique experience!

Our Antarctic Express is ideal if you’re short on time or if you wish to avoid a long expedition at sea. By avoiding the extra days at sea, you’ll experience only the best scenery and wildlife of the Antarctic!
ITINERARY Expand All
  • Day 1: Punta Arenas arrival & transfer to hotel
  • Day 2: Fly to King George Island
  • Day 3: Explore the Antarctic Peninsula
  • Day 4: Explore the Antarctic Peninsula
  • Day 5: Explore the Antarctic Peninsula
  • Day 6: Explore the Antarctic Peninsula
  • Day 7: Fly to Punta Arenas
  • Day 8: Punta Arenas departure
WHAT'S INCLUDED
  • Arrival transfer only. Chartered flight from Punta Arenas - King George Island and back
  • 5 nights on ship & 2 nights in Punta Arenas
  • Full-board meals during the cruising trip. Breakfast while in Punta Arenas
  • Experienced, English-speaking guides & staff
  • Zodiac excursions with the expedition team. Lectures and educational programmes as per the itinerary
  • Waterproof boots (UK sizes 3.5 to 15) & expedition parka
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
  • International flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Visa fees
  • Departure transfer
  • Optional activities like camping and kayaking as per the itinerary
  • Anything not mentioned in the 'What's Included' section of the itinerary
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CANCELLATION

20% Deposit payable upfront. Remaining balance payable 45 days prior to trip departure. Free cancellation up to 45 days prior departure, but the 20% deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applicable within 45 days of departure.

Payment

A deposit of 20% is required when booking this tour. The remaining balance will be charged 45 days prior departure. For any bookings within 45 days of departure, the full tour amount will be charged upon booking.

Travel Insurance

We advise to take out Travel Insurance to cover for any unforeseen circumstances. Bookmundi recommends World Nomads' travel insurance.

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