8-Day Antarctica Adventure: Air-Cruise, Expedition Ship & Guided Excursions for 2

Step into the ultimate Antarctic adventure where every moment is shaped by nature's raw power and breathtaking beauty! Your journey kicks off in windswept Punta Arenas, the gateway to the wildest place on Earth. After a hands-on briefing at Explorers House, you're bound for Antarctica—raw, remote, and ready to be explored.

Day-by-Day Itinerary:

Day 1 / Start of your experience, briefing, and elevated dinner
Arrive in Punta Arenas, Chile. Private transfer to your hotel.

That afternoon, you’ll be transferred and welcomed at the Explorers House for a mandatory briefing, and check-in starts at 2pm, an essential prelude to your Antarctic air-cruise. This private session covers key operational details and the internationally recognized guidelines that protect the pristine Antarctic environment, setting the tone for the extraordinary journey ahead.

As evening falls, gather for an elegant welcome dinner with premium wine, beer, and cocktails included. Meet your fellow explorers and savor the rich flavors of Patagonian cuisine, thoughtfully prepared to celebrate the beginning of your adventure at the edge of the world.

• Overnight Cabo de Hornos Hotel

Day 2 / Scheduled flight to Antarctica
Your Antarctic journey begins with a scenic two-hour flight from Punta Arenas to King George Island in the remote South Shetland Islands. Upon landing, you step onto Antarctic soil and breathe in the impossibly pure, bracing air; your first encounter with the world’s most untouched continent, and a bucket list continent that few check off.

A private transfer carries you past two of Antarctica’s most notable research outposts, Chile’s Frei Station and Russia’s Bellingshausen Station, offering a fleeting glimpse into life at the edge of human exploration. At the shoreline, Zodiac boats await to ferry you across polar waters to your boutique expedition vessel, where comfort, expert leadership, and true adventure converge.

This is not simply an arrival; it’s your initiation into Antarctica.

Days 3-6 / Exploring Antarctica
Cruise through one of Earth’s most awe-inspiring seascapes as you journey between the South Shetland Islands and the western coast of the Antarctic Peninsula. Glide along ice-choked fjords and past sculptural icebergs, accompanied by soaring seabirds and unforgettable encounters with penguins, seals, and whales.

Each day brings a new chapter. Step ashore by Zodiac to explore pristine landscapes alongside expert polar guides, whose insight and access elevate every landing. Back on board, deepen your understanding through engaging presentations, then relax in the lounge as sweeping polar views frame conversations and shared discoveries.

No two voyages are ever the same; flexibility is the secret to a truly exceptional Antarctic experience. Guided by nature and refined by expertise, the Expedition Team continuously shapes the route to seize the best conditions and moments, crafting a journey that is both rare and deeply personal.

While the precise itinerary evolves with each expedition, your voyage will visit a curated selection of the region’s most compelling areas, including the Antarctic Sound, Gerlache Strait, and Penola Strait, together offering an extraordinary panorama of Antarctica’s vast, varied, and utterly unforgettable environment.

Day 7 / Scheduled return flight from Antarctica
Return to King George Island for a final, lingering farewell to Antarctica before boarding your flight back to Punta Arenas.

Upon arrival, enjoy a seamless transfer to your hotel, where you can unwind after your polar adventure. The evening is yours to savor at leisure—explore Punta Arenas’ culinary scene or simply reflect on the rare journey you’ve just completed.

Day 8 / End of the air-cruise
After breakfast, enjoy a smooth transfer to Punta Arenas Airport for your onward flight, marking the conclusion of your Antarctica Air-Cruise experience.

As you depart Patagonia, carry with you the privilege of having explored one of the world’s last great frontiers, an extraordinary journey few will ever experience, and one you will never forget.

Included Services:

• Exclusive group transfers from the Punta Arenas airport to the hotel on Day 1.
• Exclusive group transfers from the hotel to the Punta Arenas airport on Day 8.
• One night at the Cabo de Hornos hotel in Punta Arenas or similar, with breakfast and a welcome dinner including drinks on Day 1. 
• One night at the Cabo de Hornos hotel in Punta Arenas or similar, with breakfast on the day of the scheduled return flight from Antarctica. · 
• For air-cruises starting in Punta Arenas, enjoy special access to Explorers House. 
• Exclusive group transfers airport/ hotel on the day of the scheduled return flight from Antarctica, and Antarctica21-exclusive group transfers hotel/airport on the last day of the air-cruise.
• Flight from Punta Arenas to Frei Station on King George Island and/or vice versa as indicated in the program corresponding to each voyage. 
• Ship cruise as indicated in the program corresponding to each voyage. 
• Room type: Standard room type at your accommodations in Punta Arenas, and a Veranda Cabin room type on the cruise.
• Daily buffet breakfast and lunch on board the ship, offering a variety of dishes.  
• Dinner is served daily on board the ship, with a choice of three main courses.  
• Complimentary Wine, beer, juice, and soft drinks are served with lunch and dinner on board. 
• Coffee, tea, chocolate, cappuccino, water, and snacks are available on board throughout the expedition. 
• All guided shore excursions.  
• Lectures and entertainment on board. 
• Comprehensive pre- and post-voyage information material. 
• Loan of waterproof boots for landing in Antarctica. 
• Access to exclusive content on the ship's app on board Magellan Explorer. 
•  IAATO passenger fee.

Not Included Services:

• Accommodation, meals, excursions, and transfers other than those included in the itinerary corresponding to each voyage. Specifically, dinner in Punta Arenas upon return from Antarctica is not included.
•  Beverages purchased at the ship’s bar. 
• Internet connection on board the ship. 
• Personal travel insurance. 
• Extra expenses (communication, laundry, souvenirs, etc.).  Gratuities. 
•  Visas for Chile and/or Argentina, passport expenses, and any arrival and/or departure tax, if applicable.

This experience is only valid during one of the following date ranges of your choice*:

2026 Departures:

• Nov 20-27, 2026
• Nov 25-Dec 2, 2026
• Nov 30-Dec 7, 2026
• Dec 5-12, 2026
• Dec 10-17, 2026
• Dec 15-22, 2026
• Dec 20-27, 2026
• Dec 25-Jan 1, 2027

2027 Departures:

• Jan 4-Jan 11, 2027
• Jan 9-Jan 16, 2027
• Jan 14-Jan 21, 2027
• Jan 19-Jan 26, 2027
• Jan 24-Jan 31, 2027
• Jan 29-Feb 5, 2027
• Feb 3-Feb 10, 2027
• Feb 8-Feb 15,2027
• Feb 20-Feb 27,2027
• Feb 25-Mar 4,2027
• Mar 2-Mar 9,2027
• Nov 20 - 27, 2027
• Nov 25 - Dec 2, 2027
• Nov 30 - Dec 7, 2027
• Dec 5 - 12, 2027
• Dec 10 - 17, 2027
• Dec 15 - 22, 2027
• Dec 20 - 27, 2027
• Dec 25 - Jan 1, 2028
• Dec 30 - Jan 6, 2028

2028 Departures:

• Jan 4 - 11, 2028
• Jan 11 - 18, 2028
• Jan 16 - 23, 2028
• Jan 21 - 28, 2028
• Jan 26 - Feb 2, 2028
• Jan 31 - Feb 7, 2028
• Feb 5 - 12, 2028
• Feb 10 - 17, 2028
• Feb 22 - 29, 2028
• Feb 27 - Mar 5, 2028
• March 3 - 10, 2028