Antarctic Express Fly the Drake
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| Dates | Deck + Cabin Type | ||||||
| Triple | Lower Deck Twin | Main Deck Twin with Porthole | Main Deck Twin with Window | Superior | Deluxe | Suite | |
| Dec 17 '13 |
$7,995 | $9,895 | $10,395 | $10,995 | $11,995 | $12,895 | $14,595 |
| Kayaking option: $950 Camping option: $225 Snowshoeing option: complimentary |
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- Rates are quoted in U.S. dollars and represent costs per person, double occupancy. Request the Twin Share Program where you are matched with a cabin mate of the same gender. Even if a cabin mate is not found for you, no single supplement will be charged.
-Cabins are available for single occupancy at 1.7 times the double occupancy rate. The supplement for a suite is 2 times the shared rate.
-Emergency medical evacuation coverage for a minimum of US$100,000 per person required. Contact us for details on arranging travel insurance.
Deposit & Payment -Cabins are available for single occupancy at 1.7 times the double occupancy rate. The supplement for a suite is 2 times the shared rate.
-Emergency medical evacuation coverage for a minimum of US$100,000 per person required. Contact us for details on arranging travel insurance.
Day 1 Punta Arenas, Chile
Your adventure begins in Punta Arenas, Chile, the most populated city in Patagonia. If you arrive early, there are many museums, restaurants and shops to keep you busy for days. By early afternoon, a representative will bring everyone together to your starting hotel, where you’ll enjoy a welcome dinner and be briefed about preparing for your embarkation day.
Day 2 Embarkation Day
Your charter flight from Punta Arenas to Antarctica will have you crossing the infamous Drake Passage in only a few hours. Way below, the ship is approaching King George Island for your arrival. The dramatic Antarctic landscapes soon become visible as your plane descends for landing in the South Shetlands. After landing, stretch your legs and spend some time exploring the island before being transferred by Zodiac to your ship. Meet the rest of your shipmates and set sail for the Peninsula!
Days 3-6 Antarctic Peninsula & South Shetland Islands
There are few places in the world as evocative as Antarctica. As you approach the white continent, don’t be surprised if you are overcome by feelings of excitement and awe. Much of Antarctica is indescribable and can only be fully appreciated through the human eye.
Your first sightings will be from the ship itself. As the Captain and Expedition Team keep their eyes out for whales and seabirds, you’ll be alerted to any new sightings. A team of expert lecturers will also provide in-depth explanations of the geology, history and wildlife of the region.
Even more exciting are your daily excursions to land. Your first Zodiac landing is something you’ll never forget! Walking up to a beach that is dotted with penguins and seals is the most intimate way to experience the unique wildlife of Antarctica. Each landing is different and is dependent on weather, but every day presents new sightings and photo opportunities. You may take a Zodiac cruise in search of whales and icebergs in Pleneau Island one day, followed by a hike to a chinstrap rookery the next day. From the booming shot of a calving glacier at Petermann Island to the complete silence of night while camping in Antarctica, you’ll welcome each day with the excitement and energy of a young child. Your Expedition Team will be with you all along, providing insights into the places you visit and offering photography tips to get the most out of your expedition.
Day 7 Disembarkation & Fly to Punta Arenas
After your four days of exploration, you’ll say goodbye to the Expedition Team and disembark at King George Island. Your three-hour flight across the Drake Passage to Punta Arenas, Chile brings your journey to an end. After transfering from the airport to the hotel, you can enjoy one final dinner to reminisce about all the sights and sounds of Antarctica.
Day 8 Depart for Home
After breakfast, you will make your own way to the Punta Arenas airport for your homeward flights.
Itinerary Notes
Important reminder: Embracing the unexpected is part of the legacy – and excitement – of expedition travel. There are no guarantees that everything can be accomplished. A measure of flexibility is something all must bring to a voyage. There are nearly 200 recognized sites in the Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetlands and the places mentioned above may be changed to others equally as interesting.Rates include:
- All flights between Punta Arenas (PUQ) and Antarctica (KGI) as specified in the itinerary
- One night pre-night and one-post night expedition hotel accommodation with breakfast in Punta Arenas
- A group arrival transfer in Punta Arenas from the airport to the included hotel
- Included lunch in Punta Arenas prior to boarding, or on the charter flight to Antarctica
- Group transfers between the hotel and airport in conjunction with the charter flight to/ from Antarctica
- Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeeping
- All breakfasts, lunches and dinners on board throughout your voyage
- All shore landings per the daily program
- Leadership throughout the voyage by experienced Expedition Leaders, including shore landings and other activities
- All Zodiac transfers and cruising per the daily program
- Formal and informal presentations by the Expedition Team and guest speakers as scheduled
- Photographic Journal on DVD, documenting the voyage
- A pair of waterproof expedition boots on loan for shore landings
- An official parka to keep
- Coffee, tea and cocoa available around the clock
- Hair dryer and bathrobes in every cabin
- Comprehensive pre-departure materials, including a map and an informative Antarctic Reader
- A group transfer upon disembarkation in Ushuaia from the ship to the local airport
- All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the program
- Emergency Evacuation Insurance for all passengers to a maximum benefit of USD $100,000 per person
Deposit & Payment
Initial deposit is 20% (minimum $1000), and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card. We accept Visa, Mastercard, AmEx, and Discover. Alternatively, you can send a check to our Missoula, Montana, office or register online at: https://www.adventure-life.com/forms/fourways.php
Final payment is due 130 days prior to departure.
Final payment by bank transfer, check or Visa, Mastercard, Discover, or AmEx. Credit Card payments subject to 3% convenience fee and maximum $15,000 charge.
Booking last minute? No problem! Please contact one of our trip planners, and we can get you on your way if booking less than 130 days prior to departure.
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Cancellation Policy
| Days Prior to departure | Fee |
|---|---|
| 180 Days or more | $1200 per person |
| 179-120 Days | Entire deposit |
| 119 Days or less | 100% total cost |
Sea Adventurer
- Ship Highlights
- Passengers : 122
The expedition ship Sea Adventurer was built in 1975. The Sea Adventurer underwent a $13 million conversion and renovation in 1998. Her proud reputation is complimented by her well-appointed and elegant accommodations, public areas and professional crew. The Sea Adventurer is the perfect expedition ship for people who enjoy soft adventures and creature comforts. All cabins have outside views and facilities en suite.
Special Features:
- Only 122 guests
- 4 partially enclosed lifeboats
- Fleet of Zodiacs for shore transfers
- All cabins have exterior views and facilities en suite
- One dining room with unreserved seating.
- Multi-purpose lounge and presentation room
- Ice-strengthened hull
- All-inclusive beverage packages available
The Sea Adventurer is equipped with zodiacs for shore landings and ocean level cruising, yet offers fine dining, and cabins with exterior views and facilities en suite.
Cabins and Amenities:
- 61 outside cabins with exterior views and private facilities.
- Decks 4 and 5 have exterior access, with outside seating.
- Window-lined dining room on Deck 4 with unreserved seating.
- Lounge/Presentation Room.
- 2 bars.
- Library.
- Gift shop.
- 24 hour beverage station.
- Ship-to-shore satellite communications with email, and wireless, Internet access.
- Clinic with licensed doctor.
- Exercise room.
- Massage therapist.
- Ice strengthened hull.
| Cabins | |
|---|---|
 | Triple Main deck, 2 lower berths, private facilities, porthole |
 | Lower Deck Twin 2 lower berths, private facilities, porthole |
 | Main Deck Twin with Porthole Main Deck, 2 lower berths, private facilities, porthole |
 | Main Deck Twin with Window Main Deck, 2 lower berths, private facilities, 2 windows |
 | Superior Upper Deck, 2 lower berths, private facilities, windows |
 | Deluxe Upper deck and Captains deck, 2 lower berths, private facilities, windows |
 | Suite Captains deck, 2 lower berths, windows, private facilities with shower. Tub in Suite 403. |
