Polar Circle Antarctica Air Cruise tour flies you to and from Antarctica over the Drake Passage. Then cruising by ship along the Antarctic Peninsula all the way south to the Polar Circle. Have your camera ready for this tour as the Antarctic Wildlife is abundant in and around the many islands of the Antarctic.
Tour Dates
Day 1
Arrival at the city of Punta Arenas where you will be met by staff, to be transferred to the hotel. During the afternoon, you will receive instructions concerning the guidelines that should be followed in Antarctica and the procedures for Zodiac boat embarkation and disembarkation. Later, you will be invited to gather for a welcome dinner together with your expedition mates and you will have the chance to enjoy a typical Magellan menu.
Note: Passengers should be in Punta Arenas at 15:00 hours, at the latest. Pick-up at Punta Arenas airport and transfer to the hotel are not guaranteed for passengers arriving later than 15:00 hours.
Day 2
Our Antarctic adventure will begin with the flight from Punta Arenas to King George Island (South Shetland Islands). The flight takes a little less than two hours. Upon arrival, we will be able to tour around the area where the Frei Chilean Base and the Bellingshausen Russian Base are located. We will gather at the beach on Fildes Bay for embarkation by Zodiac boats on board our expedition vessel.
Days 3 - 8
While cruising between the South Shetland Islands and the western coast of the Antarctic Peninsula, sailing along ice-filled fjords and between spectacular icebergs, we will enjoy the company of sea birds, penguins, seals and whales. Our journey southwards will include visits to some of the most magnificent spots in the white continent, such as:
Cierva Cove, Port Lockroy, Petermann Island, Paradise Bay, Lemaire Channel, Prospect and Fish Islands amongst others. Depending on weather and ice conditions, on our way southwards we will attempt to cross the Polar Circle at latitude 66° 33’ South and enjoy a champagne to celebrate this extraordinary occasion. Our adventure will be very active, with several daily landings and cruises in Zodiac boats, lectures and a very enjoyable time on board.
Day 9
Return to King George Island where we will disembark, in Zodiac boats, at the Frei Chilean Base, and head to the aerodrome to take the flight back to Punta Arenas. The program ends upon arrival at the Airport in Punta Arenas.
Transfer to the city will be available for passengers staying overnight in Punta Arenas. One complimentary hotel night in Punta Arenas is offered upon request on Day 7 of the Travel Program.
* Itinerary may be subject to change
| Per Person USD Rates 2013-2014 |
Triple
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Twin (Lower Berths)
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Dedicated Single
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|---|---|---|---|
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Kayak, Snowshoe | $9,995 | $11,395 | $15,995 |
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Kayak, Snowshoe Save $1500 (Discounted Prices in RED) Ends July 31st | $9,995 $8,495 | $11,395 $9,895 | $15,995 $14,495 |
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Kayak, Snowshoe | $9,700 | $10,800 | $14,900 |
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Kayak, Snowshoe | $9,700 | $10,800 | $14,900 |
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Kayak, Snowshoe | $10,895 | $12,495 | $17,995 |
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Kayak, Snowshoe | $10,895 | $12,495 | $17,995 |
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Kayak, Snowshoe | $12,695 | $13,995 | $19,795 |
|
Kayak | $9,995 | $11,395 | $15,995 |
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Kayak | $9,995 | $11,395 | $15,995 |
|
Kayak | $9,995 | $11,395 | $15,995 |
|
Kayak | $9,995 | $11,395 | $15,995 |
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Kayak | $9,995 | $11,395 | $15,995 |
|
Kayak | $12,695 | $13,995 | $19,795 |
Triple Cabins are available ONLY for 3 people booking together - NOT for single travelers wanting to share.
Kayaking Option - $895, Snowshoe Option on select departures - $195
A minimum of $50,000 USD worth of emergency evacuation insurance is mandatory for these voyage. Rates are per person, double occupancy. If no single cabins are available, single supplement is 1.85 x shared cost.
All trips subject to possible fuel surcharge.
