Antarctica and Patagonia: Legendary Ice and Epic Fjords
The southernmost realms of the planet are places of unimaginable beauty, where humpback whales breach and penguins gather by the thousands, where icebergs shimmer and sapphire-hued fjords harbor snowcapped peaks and virgin forests. Join us on an odyssey that combines the celebrated wonders of the Antarctic Peninsula, southern Patagonia, and the Chilean fjords—all in a single, epic voyage. Follow in the wake of legendary explorers like Ernest Shackleton and Ferdinand Magellan to encounter otherworldly icescapes and calving glaciers, remote reserves and pristine parks, and the incredible creatures that thrive at the edge of the world.
Expedition Highlights
• Seek out Antarctica’s iconic wildlife—including penguins, seals, and killer whales—and marvel at incandescent icebergs using our fleet of kayaks and Zodiacs.
• Navigate Chile’s coastal fjords and explore spectacular Glacier Alley, where monumental glaciers calve into the sea.
• Hike among the snowcapped “horns” of Torres del Paine National Park, and enjoy special access to Karukinka Natural Park, the largest protected land area in Tierra del Fuego.
• Cruise the waters of Francisco Coloane Marine Park, searching for the humpback whales and dolphins that inhabit this vast marine reserve.
Days 1 & 2 | Home/ Santiago, Chile |
Day 3 | Punta Arenas/Embark |
Day 4 | Tierra del Fuego: Karukinka Natural Park & Ainsworth Bay |
Day 5 | Francisco Coloane Marine Park |
Day 6 | Puerto Natales & Torres del Paine Park |
Day 7 | Puerto Natales/Kirke Narrows |
Days 8 & 9 | Exploring the Chilean Fjords |
Day 10 | At Sea/Drake Passage |
Days 11 to 16 | Exploring Antarctica |
Days 17 & 18 | At Sea |
Days 19 & 20 | Ushuaia, Argentina/Disembark/Buenos Aires/Home |
Tour Dates
Day 1 & 2 — Home/ Santiago, Chile
Depart on an overnight flight to Santiago (international flight not included). Settle into the Hotel Santiago by Mandarin (or similar) before a guided overview of the vibrant Chilean capital backed by the Andes.
Day 3 — Punta Arenas/Embark
Today we fly from Santiago to Punta Arenas, Chile’s southern gateway to Patagonia.
Day 4 — Tierra del Fuego: Karukinka Natural Park & Ainsworth Bay
Cruise to Tierra del Fuego and venture into the archipelago’s largest protected land area: Karukinka Natural Park. Visit this private reserve by special permission, searching for Andean foxes, guanacos, black-browed albatross, and more. Then sail to Ainsworth Bay, a stunning fjord surrounded by subpolar forest, keeping an eye out for elephant seals.
Day 5 — Francisco Coloane Marine Park
Today, we enter the Strait of Magellan to explore Francisco Coloane Marine Park. The park covers more than 165,000 acres of land and sea and is home to an abundance of wildlife, including humpback whales, two species of sea lions, and Magellanic penguins. Cruise along the coastline by Zodiac and kayak to spot black-and-white Peale’s dolphins, the endangered Chilean dolphin, and Andean condors.
Day 6 — Puerto Natales & Torres del Paine Park
Early this morning we dock in picturesque Puerto Natales before heading out to explore majestic Torres del Paine National Park, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Set out by foot or by vehicle across the windswept, rugged landscape, which spans more than 550,000 acres and harbors an astounding variety of geological forms, from the soaring granite pillars of the “horns” to windswept grasslands to rivers, glaciers, and gem-colored lagoons. Keep an eye out for guanacos, rheas, foxes, and armadillos.
Day 7 — Puerto Natales/Kirke Narrows
Local pilots will join our captain on the bridge to guide us through the winding Kirke Narrows, accessible only to small expedition ships. We then continue our discovery of the Chilean fjords where we may explore by ship or take a forest walk.
Days 8 & 9 — Exploring the Chilean Fjords
Sail into southern Patagonia’s vast wilderness of forested isles, mirror-like lakes, and snowcapped peaks. Myriad fjords cut between soaring granite walls and waterfalls tumble from high above. Explore the region known as Chile’s “Glacier Alley,” part of the UNESCO-recognized Cape Horn Biosphere Reserve. Cruise into the secluded Pia Fjord, admiring views of its massive glacier; and glide into Garibaldi Fjord in Alberto de Agostini National Park, where the Andes meet the sea. Get up close to the monumental wall of ice that marks the edge of Garibaldi Glacier, exploring by Zodiac or kayak. Continue to Agostini Fjord, where numerous glaciers originate from the nearby mountains, for a chance to witness thunderous glacial calving.
Day 10: At Sea/Drake Passage
Sail to Antarctica via the Drake Passage, named after 16th-century English admiral Sir Francis Drake. Watch for dozens of species of seabirds gliding alongside our ship—including the albatross, which boasts the longest wingspan of any extant bird—and enjoy talks from our onboard naturalists about the wildlife and geology that await us on the Antarctic Peninsula.
Day 11-16: Exploring Antarctica
With long hours of daylight at this time of year, we have ample opportunities to explore. Our schedule is flexible, allowing us to take advantage of the unexpected, whether we’re watching whales at play off the bow of our ship or enjoying an evening Zodiac cruise amid glittering icebergs. One day, we might set out by kayak to encounter towering icebergs at water level; embark on a Zodiac excursion in search of seals and blue-eyed shags; or walk on a beach amid thousands of Adélie and gentoo penguins. The next, we might experience the thrill of the ship crunching through pack ice. Our expert expedition team will enrich our experiences.
Days 17 & 18 — At Sea
Relax onboard and enjoy the ship’s amenities as the coast of Antarctica disappears from view. Round the southernmost tip of South America at Cape Horn and witness the dramatic meeting of the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans en route to Ushuaia, Argentina.
Days 19 & 20: Ushuaia, Argentina/Disembark/Buenos Aires/Home
Disembark in Ushuaia and board our flight to Buenos Aires to connect with your overnight flight home (international flight not included).
* Itinerary may be subject to change
Per Person USD Rates Antarctica 2021-22 |
Cat 1 Double Porthole
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Cat 2 Double Window
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Cat 3 Double Window
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Cat 4 Oversized Double
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Cat 5 Double Balcony
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Cat 6 Suite
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Cat 7 Balcony Suite
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Cat SA Solo
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Cat SB Solo
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Charter Air |
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Photography Free International Air Miami/Santiago & Buenos Aires/Miami Expires Mar 31st 2021 | $20,960Limited | $22,530Limited | $23,610Limited | $24,700Limited | $30,390Limited | $34,970Limited | $40,600Limited | $28,160Limited | $29,500Limited | $960 |
Photography | $25,890Limited | $27,830Limited | $29,170Limited | $30,510Limited | $37,550Limited | $43,200Limited | $50,150Limited | $34,700Limited | $36,400Limited | |
Photography Free International Air Miami/Buenos Aires/Miami Expires Mar 31st 2021 | $15,080Limited | $16,150Limited | $16,720Limited | $17,970Limited | $21,660Limited | $24,690Limited | $28,200Limited | $19,990Limited | $20,850Limited | |
Photography | $16,760Limited | $17,990Limited | $18,570Limited | $19,990Limited | $23,990Limited | $27,500Limited | $31,800Limited | $22,450Limited | $23,150Limited | |
Photography | $16,760Limited | $17,990Limited | $18,570Limited | $19,990Limited | $23,990Limited | $27,500Limited | $31,800Limited | $22,450Limited | $23,150Limited | |
Photography | $15,980Limited | $17,120Limited | $17,720Limited | $19,050Limited | $22,960Limited | $26,170Limited | $29,890Limited | $21,190Limited | $22,100Limited | |
Photography - Call for Availability - | $27,440Limited | $29,500Limited | $30,920Limited | $32,340Limited | $39,800Limited | $45,790Limited | $53,160Limited | $36,780Limited | $38,580Limited | |
Photography | $15,680Limited | $16,800Limited | $17,390Limited | $18,690Limited | $22,530Limited | $25,680Limited | $29,330Limited | $20,790Limited | $21,680Limited | |
Photography | $15,680Limited | $16,800Limited | $17,390Limited | $18,690Limited | $22,530Limited | $25,680Limited | $29,330Limited | $20,790Limited | $21,680Limited | |
Photography Free Charter Flight Buenos Aires/Ushuaia & Falklands/Santiago (Prices in Red) PLUS Free International Air Miami/Buenos Aires & Santiago/Miami Expires Mar 31st 2021 | $19,540Limited | $20,770Limited | $21,890Limited | $23,310Limited | $28,220Limited | $32,600Limited | $37,680Limited | $26,020Limited | $27,300Limited |
Note: Prices for Explorer can change without notice. We attempt to keep the listed rates as accurate as possible but occasionally they may not reflect the most current prices. Be sure to ask when you contact us for that day's price.
Dates shown are USA/USA however international airfare is NOT included in trip price.
Free Bar Tab and Crew Gratuities are included in the listed rates.
Kayaking is available as an additional activity available to all passengers and arranged onboard free of charge.
All trips subject to possible fuel surcharge.
Per Person USD Rates Antarctica 2022-23 |
Cat 1 Double Porthole
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Cat 2 Double Window
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Cat 3 Double Window
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Cat 4 Oversized Double
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Cat 5 Double Balcony
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Cat 6 Suite
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Cat 7 Balcony Suite
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Cat SA Solo
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Cat SB Solo
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Charter Air |
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Photography Free International Air Miami/Santiago & Buenos Aires/Miami Expires Mar 31st 2021 | $21,380Limited | $22,980Limited | $24,080Limited | $25,190Limited | $31,000Limited | $35,670Limited | $41,410Limited | $28,720Limited | $30,090Limited | $960 |
Photography Free International Air Miami/Buenos Aires/Miami Expires Mar 31st 2021 | $26,410Limited | $28,390Limited | $29,750Limited | $31,120Limited | $38,300Limited | $44,060Limited | $51,150Limited | $35,390Limited | $37,130Limited | |
Photography Free International Air Miami/Buenos Aires/Miami Expires Mar 31st 2021 | $15,380Limited | $16,470Limited | $17,050Limited | $18,330Limited | $22,090Limited | $25,180Limited | $28,760Limited | $20,390Limited | $21,270Limited | |
Photography Free International Air Miami/Buenos Aires/Miami Expires Mar 31st 2021 | $15,380Limited | $16,470Limited | $17,050Limited | $18,330Limited | $22,090Limited | $25,180Limited | $28,760Limited | $20,390Limited | $21,270Limited | |
Photography | $17,100Limited | $18,350Limited | $18,940Limited | $20,390Limited | $24,470Limited | $28,050Limited | $32,440Limited | $22,900Limited | $23,610Limited | |
Photography | $17,100Limited | $18,350Limited | $18,940Limited | $20,390Limited | $24,470Limited | $28,050Limited | $32,440Limited | $22,900Limited | $23,610Limited | |
Photography | $15,380Limited | $16,470Limited | $17,050Limited | $18,330Limited | $22,090Limited | $25,180Limited | $28,760Limited | $20,390Limited | $21,270Limited | |
Photography | $15,380Limited | $16,470Limited | $17,050Limited | $18,330Limited | $22,090Limited | $25,180Limited | $28,760Limited | $20,390Limited | $21,270Limited | |
Photography | $15,380Limited | $16,470Limited | $17,050Limited | $18,330Limited | $22,090Limited | $25,180Limited | $28,760Limited | $20,390Limited | $21,270Limited | |
Photography | $15,380Limited | $16,470Limited | $17,050Limited | $18,330Limited | $22,090Limited | $25,180Limited | $28,760Limited | $20,390Limited | $21,270Limited | |
Photography | $26,410Limited | $28,390Limited | $29,750Limited | $31,120Limited | $38,300Limited | $44,060Limited | $51,150Limited | $35,390Limited | $37,130Limited |
Note: Prices for Explorer can change without notice. We attempt to keep the listed rates as accurate as possible but occasionally they may not reflect the most current prices. Be sure to ask when you contact us for that day's price.
Dates shown are USA/USA however international airfare is NOT included in trip price.
Free Bar Tab and Crew Gratuities are included in the listed rates.
Kayaking is available as an additional activity available to all passengers and arranged onboard free of charge.
All trips subject to possible fuel surcharge.
Category 1 Cabins feature one or two Portholes. Most cabins feature two lower single beds. Cabins 303-306 feature one queen-sized bed. All offer a writing desk, reading lamps, bathroom with a roomy glass-wall shower stall, and a TV showing the ship's position and programing. |
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Category 2 with Window Cabins feature two lower single beds (some can convert to a queen-sized bed), and one large window. They offer a writing desk, reading lamps, bathroom with a roomy glass-wall shower stall, and a TV showing the ship's position and programming. |
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Category 3 with Window Cabins feature two lower single beds (some can convert to a queen-sized bed), one large window, and two sitting chairs and a small table and ample storage. They have a writing desk, reading lamps, bathroom with a roomy glass-wall shower stall, and a TV showing the ship's position and programming. |
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Category 4 with Window Cabins feature two lower single beds and at least one large window. Cabin 217, 226 & 228 feature one queen-size bed. All cabins feature climate controls, a TV showing the ship's position and programing. Bathrooms are also generously sized with a roomy glass-walled shower stall. |
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Category 5 with Balcony These cabins feature a balcony with sliding glass doors, feature one queen-sized bed, a writing desk and chairs, climate controls, a TV showing the ship's position and programing. Bathrooms are also generously sized with a roomy glass-walled shower stall. Cabin 221 has two lower single beds that can convert to an Olympic-sized queen. |
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Category 6 Suite Spacious cabins. Those on the Veranda Deck can be converted into Triples, while Upper Deck cabin has private balcony. All feature two lower single beds that can be converted into a queen, a writing desk, chairs, and a TV. Bathrooms are generously sized with a roomy glass-walled shower stall and twin sinks. |
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Category 7 Suite with Balcony These large cabins with private balconies have two lower single beds that can convert to an Olympic-sized queen. They have seating areas and can be converted to triples. Bathrooms are generously sized with a roomy glass-walled shower stall and twin sinks. |
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Category Solo A with Window These cabins feature one lower single bed and a large window, a writing desk, reading lamp, bathroom with a roomy glass-wall shower stall, and a TV showing the ship's position and programming. |
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Category Solo B with Window These cabins feature one lower single bed and a large window, a writing desk, reading lamp, bathroom with a roomy glass-walled shower stall, and a TV showing the ship's position and programming. |