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Classic Antarctica Air-Cruise
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This air-cruise to Antarctica package offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to explore the pristine beauty of Antarctica, enjoy the company of fellow adventurers, and be led by expert polar guides while experiencing a flexible itinerary that takes advantage of the ever-changing opportunities provided by nature.
A warm welcome by the Antarctica21 staff in Punta Arenas, Chile, and a mandatory briefing to review essential guidelines for Antarctic visitors.
Daily disembarkations by Zodiac to explore the varied Antarctic environment led by expert polar guides.
Engaging educational presentations onboard the ship, along with spectacular views from the lounge and sharing daily adventures with fellow guests.
Flexibility in the itinerary, allowing the Expedition Team to adjust the voyage route to take advantage of the ever-changing opportunities provided by nature.
The possibility of exploring several sites, including those in the South Shetland Islands, the Antarctic Sound, the Gerlache Strait, and the Penola Strait.
A unique and extraordinary experience every time, as each journey is different from the last.
Exploring the South Shetland Islands and the western coast of the Antarctic Peninsula by sailing along ice-filled fjords and among spectacular icebergs.
The opportunity to see seabirds, penguins, seals, and whales in their natural habitat.
A boutique expedition vessel, ensuring a personalized and exclusive experience.
A scheduled return flight from Antarctica and a transfer to the Punta Arenas airport for onward flights.
The possibility of exploring several sites, including those in the South Shetland Islands, the Antarctic Sound, the Gerlache Strait, and the Penola Strait.
A unique and extraordinary experience every time, as each journey is different from the last.
Exploring the South Shetland Islands and the western coast of the Antarctic Peninsula by sailing along ice-filled fjords and among spectacular icebergs.
The opportunity to see seabirds, penguins, seals, and whales in their natural habitat.
A boutique expedition vessel, ensuring a personalized and exclusive experience.
A scheduled return flight from Antarctica and a transfer to the Punta Arenas airport for onward flights.
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Itinerary
This air-cruise to Antarctica with Antarctica21 is a unique and extraordinary adventure and is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure that offers guests the opportunity to explore the pristine beauty of Antarctica while enjoying the company of fellow adventurers and expert polar guides.
The trip starts with a warm welcome by the staff in Punta Arenas, Chile, followed by a mandatory briefing at Explorers House to review essential guidelines for Antarctic visitors. After a welcome dinner, guests fly to George Island in the South Shetland Islands and board a Zodiac to reach their boutique expedition vessel.
For the next four days, guests explore Antarctica by sailing along ice-filled fjords and among spectacular icebergs while enjoying the company of seabirds, penguins, seals, and whales. Expert polar guides lead daily disembarkations by Zodiac to explore the varied Antarctic environment, and guests can attend engaging educational presentations onboard the ship while sharing their daily adventures with fellow guests.
The itinerary is flexible, allowing the Expedition Team to adjust the voyage route to take advantage of the ever-changing opportunities provided by nature. Guests may explore several sites, including those in the South Shetland Islands, the Antarctic Sound, the Gerlache Strait, and the Penola Strait.
On day 7, guests return to King George Island and board the flight back to Punta Arenas. After transferring to their hotel for the night, meals in Punta Arenas are at their leisure and not included in the program. The air-cruise concludes on day 8, with a transfer to the Punta Arenas airport for onward flights.
day 1Start Of The Air-cruise
Arrive in Punta Arenas, Chile, before 2 PM, where you are welcomed by Antarctica21 staff and transferred to your hotel. In the afternoon, you are welcomed at Explorers House to attend a mandatory briefing that provides important information about your air-cruise and reviews the essential guidelines for Antarctic visitors. Later, gather for a welcome dinner and meet your fellow adventurers while enjoying a typical regional menu.
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