Day 1: Arrival in Punta Arenas
Arrive in Punta Arenas, Chile, where you are welcomed by ANTARCTICA XXI staff and transferred to your hotel. In the afternoon, you attend a briefing that provides important information about your voyage 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.
*Note: Passengers should plan to be in Punta Arenas at 15:00 hours, at the latest. Pick-up at the Punta Arenas airport and transfer to the hotel cannot be guaranteed for travellers arriving later than 15:00 hours.
Day 2: Flight to King George Island and Cruise Departure
Leaving for an Expedition
Your Antarctic adventure begins with a two-hour flight from Punta Arenas to King George Island, in the South Shetland Islands. As you exit the airplane,the clear Antarctic air fills your lungs for the first time. Explore the area surrounding Chile’s Frei Station and Russia’s Bellingshausen station, before boarding a Zodiac to embark your expedition vessel.
Day 3 – 6: Explore Antartica
Exploring Icebergs by Zodiac
Cruise between the South Shetland Islands and the western coast of the Antarctic Peninsula, sailing along ice-filled fjords and among spectacular icebergs,while enjoying the company of sea birds, penguins, seals and whales. Each day, disembark by Zodiac and explore the landscape together with expert polar guides. On board the ship, attend an engaging program of lectures and presentations, and enjoy spectacular vistas from the glass-enclosed lounge while sharing your daily adventures with fellow guests.
Wildlife Veiwing
No journey is the same as flexibility is the key to success in Antarctica. The Expedition Team sets the voyage route to take advantage of the ever-changing opportunities provided by Nature, crafting a unique and extraordinary experience each time. While the exact itinerary changes with each expedition, you will explore several spots that offer the best possible overview of the varied Antarctic environment. Your voyage may include visits to sites such as Paulet Island, Hope Bay, Port Lockroy, Petermann Island, Paradise Bay, Deception Island, the Lemaire Channel, or many other magnificent places.
Day 7: Departure for Punta Arenas
Return to King George Island and bid farewell to Antarctica before boarding the flight back to Punta Arenas. The program ends upon arrival at the airport in Punta Arenas.
Departure Dates 2013 -2014 Summer Season:
- December 2nd – December 8th, 2013
- December 7th – December 13th, 2013
- December 12th – December 18th, 2013
- December 17th – December 23rd, 2013
- December 22nd – December 28th, 2013
- December 27th – January 2nd, 2014
- January 17th – January 23rd, 2014
- January 22nd – January 28th, 2014
- January 27th – February 2nd, 2014
- February 1st – February 7th, 2014
- February 6th – February 12th, 2014
- February 11th – February 17th, 2014
Price Per Person – US$
- Single Cabin – From $14,900
- Double Cabin - From $10,800
- Triple Cabin - From $9,700
*Price valid through August 31st, 2014
Notes: Program subject to changes, depending on weather conditions. Please inquire for availability.
Twin Cabin
Ocean Nova is a modern and comfortable vessel. She was built in Denmark in 1992 to sail the ice-choked waters of Greenland, and her ice-strengthened hulls ideally suited for expedition travel in Antarctica.
Ocean Nova has capacity for 68 passengers accomodated in comfortable ocean view cabins, all with private facilities and including dedicated single, twin and triple cabins.
In addition to a glass-enclosed observation lounge and presentation room, she also has a spacious dining room, a bar, a library, and an infirmary. The ship has Zodiac boats that are well suited for excursions and wildlife viewing.
