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Penguin sighting in Antarctica

Patagonia to Antarctica Expedition

Buenos Aires to Valparaiso - Example 19 Day Cruise aboard MS Fram
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Choose an adventure that will take your breath away. Explore the Chilean fjords, see Cape Horn, take a hike on a deserted Antarctic island and caress an iceberg with your bare hand. Onboard you can attend fascinating lectures on the wildlife and topography you’ve just experienced, as well as enjoy theme days and activities. Get ready for a cruise with one highlight after another.
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Highlights
  • Discover the infinite white wilderness of Antarctica
  • Get close to the stunning marine life in a kayak
  • Enjoy exceptional Penguin encounters
  • Hike through the spectacular Torres del Paine
Activity Level: Relaxed
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
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Day 1: Buenos Aires

Stay overnight at a hotel in Buenos Aires.

Day 2: Fly Buenos Aires to Ushuaia | Embark

Fly from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia to board MS Fram.

Day 3: Drake Passage

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Cross the infamous Drake Passage, where the Atlantic meets the Pacific.

Day 4-9: Antarctica

  • Ship
  • 6 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 6 Dinners
The infinite white wilderness of Antarctica creates unforgettable impressions. Kayak in Antarctic waters amidst icebergs, hike snowy paths to spectacular viewpoints and hear glaciers calve. We may even have an opportunity to camp under the polar sky

Day 10-11: Cape Horn

  • Ship
  • 2 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 2 Dinners
After several fascinating days exploring Antarctica, make your way back north to the South American continent, landing on Cape Horn if conditions allow.

Day 12: Chilean fjords’

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
The Chilean fjords’ deep channels and mountain walls that plunge into icy seas leave a profound impression. This wild and remote area seems almost untouched by humans.

Day 13-14: Torres del Paine National Park

  • Ship
  • 2 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 2 Dinners
See the lofty rock formations called ‘Torres del Paine’ (Towers of Paine). Experience azure lakes, trails that meander through emerald forests, roaring rivers, and a radiant blue glacier.

Day 15: Sailing through Patagonia

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Sailing through Patagonia, we visit the remote village of Puerto Edén in Bernardo O’Higgins National Park. There are great hiking opportunities around this settlement, which can only be reached by water. The 250 inhabitants include the 15 remaining members of the indigenous Kawéskar people

Day 16: Waters of Patagonia

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
The expedition continues north through Patagonian waters and iconic Andean seascapes.

Day 17: Cosmopolitan Castro

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
The island city of Castro is known for its colorful ‘palafitos’, wooden houses mounted on stilts along the shoreline. Visit the Iglesia San Francisco, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the unique Churches of Chiloé, as well as nearby Chiloé National Park.

Day 18-19: Sailing North towards Valparaiso | Disembark

  • 2 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
As you make your way along the Pacific coast to Valparaíso, recap the expedition and enjoy interesting lectures. Spend some time on deck looking for wildlife and luxuriate in days at sea.

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MS Fram

Explore quiet coves by zodiac as you sail on the MS Fram

Buenos Aires - Hotels

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Polar Inside cabin
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Polar Inside - I
Size: 10-13 m2. Upper-deck cabin, No window, Double bed (optional twin)
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Polar Outside - FJ
172-226 square feet. Outside cabin: Double bed, seating area, TV, refrigerator, shower/wc, limited or no view. (FJ 503 with twin beds).
Polar Outside Cabin
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Polar Outside - N
113-140 square feet. Outside cabin: One bed, one sofa bed, table, TV, refrigerator, shower/wc. (N-352 with upper/lower berths).
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Arctic Superior - U
118-252 square feet. Outside cabin: One bed, one sofa bed, table, TV, refrigerator, kettle, shower/wc. (U-526 with upper/lower berths).
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Arctic Superior - F
183-248 square feet. Double bed, seating area, TV, refrigerator, kettle, shower/wc.
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Expedition Suite - Q
172-215 square feet. One room with seating area, TV, mini-bar, kettle, double bed, shower/wc.
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Expedition Suite - MG
260-420 square feet. One room with private balcony, seating area, TV, mini-bar, kettle, double bed, shower/wc.
Included
  • 17 Breakfasts, 16 Lunches, 18 Dinners
  • 18 Nights Accommodations
  • Accommodations as listed
  • Ground transportation as listed
  • Activities as listed
  • Meals as listed
  • Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
  • Gratuities
  • Complimentary Reusable Water Bottle 
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi on board. Be aware that we sail in remote areas with very limited connection. Streaming is not supported.
  • Loan of Boots, Trekking Poles, & All Equipment for Activities
  • Use of the Ship’s Science Center which has an extensive library and advanced biological and geological microscopes
  • À la carte restaurant Lindstrøm included for suite guests
  • In-depth lectures and discussions hosted by experts on the Expedition Team
  • Citizen Science Program where you can assist with ongoing scientific research
  • Professional onboard photographer gives tips and tricks for the best landscape and wildlife photos
  • Escorted landings with small expedition boats
Excluded
  • Travel Insurance
  • Personal Expenses
  • Flight costs (please request a quote)
  • Additional excursions during free time
  • Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
  • Buenos Aires Hotel tax (up to $2 per person/night) - paid at checkout
  • Luggage Handling 
  • Mandatory medical evacuation insurance
  • Optional shore excursions with local partners
  • Optional small-group activities with the Expedition Team

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