This fly cruise itinerary features the best of Antarctica and allows for more exploration, by flying over the Drake Passage both directions. Get up close with iridescent icebergs, vast colonies of Adelie and gentoo penguins, as well as islands that are alive with leopard seals busy with courtship, bustling penguins and maybe feeding whales!
Highlights
Enjoy gorgeous long summer days on the peninsula
Experience polar diving and polar snorkeling with expert guides
Tour scientific research stations and historic huts
Arrive in Punta Arenas, where you will be met by a representative and transferred to your downtown hotel . Overlooking the Straits of Magellan, the city sits astride one of the world's most historic trade routes. Today, Punta Arenas reflects a great mix of cultures, from English sheep ranchers to
Portuguese sailors, and it remains an utterly fascinating testament to Chile's rich history.
Tonight, gather to meet your fellow expeditioners and a briefing on the first leg of your expedition – your flight
to Antarctica!
Day 2: Fly from Punta Arenas to King George Island | Embark
This morning we will be transferred to Punta Arenas airport for your early morning charter flight to King George
Island, Antarctica (weather permitting). The flight will take approximately one-and-a-half hours.
On arrival into King George Island your expedition team is on hand to greet you and provide you with gumboots for
your Zodiac transfer to board the Greg Mortimer. You’ll have time to settle into your cabin before atternding important
briefings. This evening, get to know your fellow expeditioners and friendly expedition team and crew at a welcome
dinner to celebrate the start of a thrilling adventure to Antarctica.
NOTE: King George Island is located at the northern part of the Antarctic Peninsula in the South Shetland Islands and
is one of the most remote places on Earth. A clear sky with perfect visibility is required in order for the plane to take
off and land safely.
The Antarctic Peninsula's western flanks offer long days and relatively ice-free waters. Visit historic huts and Zodiac cruise through narrow straits and majestic icebergs, and if you're lucky, whale watch from the bow of the ship. A few landing points you will visit include Half Moon Bay, Lemaire Channel, Hydrurga Rocks and more. Expeditions will also venture into Weddell Sea if weather and ice conditions permit. You will visit the large Adelie and gentoo penguin colonies of Brown Bluff or Paulet Island, and fossil-rich Seymour Island. You may hike to spectacular vantage points on Beak or Devil Islands; large tabular icebergs and volcanic scenery create long lasting memories. Wherever you go, wildlife, Heroic Age relics and haunting landscapes await.
As you approach Frei Base on King George Island, it is time to farewell Antarctica and yur amazing adventure before
boarding your return flight to Punta Arenas, Chile. On arrival at the Punta Arenas airport, you will be transferred to
our preferred downtown hotel.
NOTE: King George Island is located at the northern tip of the Antarctic Peninsula. This is one of the most remote
place on Earth. A clear sky with perfect visibility is required in order to take off and land safely.
Day 11: Punta Arenas, Chile
1 Breakfast
After breakfast, bid a fond farewell to your fellow passengers as we all continue our onward journeys, hopefully with
a newfound sense of the immense power of nature.
NOTE: Please advise your Reservations Consultant or travel agent if you require an airport transfer, so it can be
booked in advance. The departure airport transfer is not included in your voyage cost and will be at an additional
charge.
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$11,500
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Aurora Stateroom Triple
6 rooms available. All include en-suite bathrooms, three single beds, porthole window, desk area and 42" flat-screen TV
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Aurora Stateroom Twin
Greg Mortimer features 8 porthole rooms, all with private en-suites. Located on Deck 3, they're close to the mudroom and loading platforms, perfect for adventurers who are looking for a comfortable base that's close to the action.
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Balcony Stateroom C
14 rooms available. All include en-suite bathrooms, floor to ceiling windows and balconies and a select number are also connecting rooms, perfect for families or groups.
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Balcony Stateroom B
22 rooms available. All include en-suite bathrooms, floor to ceiling windows and balconies and a select number are also connecting rooms, perfect for families or groups.
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Balcony Stateroom A
22 rooms available. All include en-suite bathrooms, floor to ceiling windows and balconies and a select number are also connecting rooms, perfect for families or groups.
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Balcony Suite
With a bit more room to stretch the legs, the Greg Mortimer's two Balcony Suites are perfect for polar adventurers who travel with plenty of gear. Featuring private balconies, en-suite bathrooms and a comfortable desk area, these will sell out quickly!
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Junior Suite
The Greg Mortimer's four Junior Suites take in some impressive scenery from their vantage points on Deck 7. When you aren't enjoying a landing, you can relax in the suites' separate lounge area, or just watch the world float by from the private balcony.
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Captain's Suite
The largest of all the rooms, the Greg Mortimer's singular Captain's Suite will take you to the polar regions in ultimate style and comfort. Complete with large lounge area, balcony, walk-in wardrobe and en-suite.
Notes
Voyage Inclusions
Group transfer to hotel on our preferred flights.
One night post-voyage accommodation
Luggage transfer from hotel to ship
Charter flight from King George Island to Punta Arenas. Transfer from airport to hotel
One night hotel accommodation in Punta Arenas
Fully-serviced accommodation in your chosen stateroom
Comprehensive pre-departure information kit and destination resource guide
An experienced team of destination on specialists and activity leaders
An informative and entertaining lecture program by our team of experts
Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner including house cocktails, house beers and wines, non-alcoholic beverages
Captain's Welcome and Farewell drinks including four-course dinner, house cocktails, house beer and wine, non-alcoholic beverages
Pre-dinner drinks including canapes and bar snacks
Complimentary 3-in-1 polar jacket
Complimentary use of gumboots
Complimentary use of fitness centre
Complimentary access to on board expedition doctor and medical clinic
Personalised photo book (post-voyage)
Entry fees to historic huts or tourist sites
Port, pilotage charges and landing fees
Voyage Exclusions
International or domestic flights to or within South America, unless specified
Transfers not mentioned in the itinerary
Airport arrival or departure taxes
Passport, visa, reciprocity and vaccination charges
Travel insurance or emergency evacuation charges
Hotels and meals not included in itinerary
Optional excursions not included in the itinerary
Optional activity surcharges
All items of a personal nature including but not limited to: alcoholic beverages and soft drinks (outside of dinner service), laundry services, personal clothing, medical expenses, gratuities, and email or phone charges.
Initial deposit is $2,500, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 100 days prior to departure by Credit cards accepted. All final payments by credit card subject to a surcharge of 2.5% and maximum of $20,000 charge
The trip might have been the absolute best of our lifetime (thus far). We particularly want to commend our guide Peter in the Guilin area-he was so incredibly attentive, energetic, enthusiastic-and absolutely dedicated to ensuring that our meals were 100% vegetarian.
