Itinerary: 7 Days / 6 Nights
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We invite you to join the most fascinating Antarctic Cruise, which is also a worldwide exclusivity: the only Antarctic flight-cruise in history. You will be able to get to the Antarctic in approximately three hours in direct flight from the city of Punta Arenas in Chile, avoiding a journey of 5 Days (2.5 to get there and 2.5 to return) through the stormy waters of the Drake Sea. You will visit the most beautiful scenic places and the largest concentration of fauna in this bright continent.
DAY 1: PUNTA ARENAS
- Arrival at the city of Punta Arenas where you will be met by Antarctica XXI Staff, to be later transferred to the selected hotel. During the afternoon, before dinner, you will receive instructions in relation with the norms that should be followed in Antarctica and about the procedures of embarkation and disembarkation. Later, you will enjoy our welcome dinner at the José Nogueira Hotel, a centenary French style mansion, where you will have the chance to meet your expedition mates.
DAY 2: PUNTA ARENAS / KING GEORGE ISLAND
- Our Antarctic adventure begins. Flight from Punta Arenas to King George Island ( South Shetland Islands ). The flight takes a little over three hours. Upon arrival we will be able to tour around the area where the "Presidente Eduardo Frei M." Chilean Base and "Bellinghausen" Russian Base are located. We will gather at the beach on Fildes Bay for embarkation, by Zodiac boats, to M/V "Grigoriy Mikheev".
DAY 3 to 6: SOUTH SHETLAND ISLANDS & PENINSULA
- As we cruise between the South Shetland Islands and the Peninsula , sailing along ice-filled fjords and between spectacular icebergs, we will enjoy the company of sea birds, penguins, seals and whales. Our Journey toward the south may include visits to some of the most magnificent spots in the white continent such as: Hannah Point , Port Lockroy, Petermann Island , Paradise Bay , Cuverville and Deception Islands amongst others. Our adventure will be full, with daily landings and cruises in zodiacs boats, selected lectures and an enjoyable time on board.
DAY 7: KING GEORGE ISLAND - PUNTA ARENAS
- Return to King George Island where we will disembark, in Zodiac boats, at Fildes Bay by "Presidente Eduardo Frei M." Chilean Base, and head to the "Teniente Marsh" aerodrome to take the flight back to Punta Arenas . End of program upon arrival at the Airport in Punta Arenas.
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NOTE: Please use this itinerary only as a guide, because the exact route and program may vary according to the weather conditions, the amount of ice on the zone, or the presence of wildlife.
INCLUDES:
- Transfer airport - hotel
- 1 night hotel accommodation in Punta Arenas, with breakfast
- Welcome dinner
- Flight Punta Arenas - King George Island - Punta Arenas
- Sea voyage and lodging on board ship, in accordance with cabin chosen.
- All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinks)
- Shore excursions
- Conferences and shipboard entertainment
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Transfer airport - city
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NOTES: All the prices are per person and they include full board and accommodation, besides all the services mentioned on the itinerary.
NOT INCLUDED:
- Visa and/or Passport expenses
- Arrival and departure taxes
- Lodging and meals other than those offered in the program
- Personal insurance
- Excess baggage charge
- Additional expenses, such as: laundry service, telephone calls, use of Internet or other means of communication, etc.
- Tips
Recommended to bring:
- Trekking shoes for the snow
- 2 pairs thin thermal socks
- Thermal long underwear
- Waterproof rain pants
- Waterproof backpack
- Wool sweaters, polar fleece jackets or polypropylene vests
- Do not use cotton
- 1 snow jacket made of gore text
- Ski gloves, mittens and a pair of thin glove liners
- Scarf
- 1 polypropylene or wool ski cap (preferably wind-proof), ear flaps or a pair of ear mufflers
- Sun glasses with uv protection
- Sun block and lip balm with uv protection
- Video or photographic camera
- Film
- Binoculars
HOTEL SUGGESTIONS:
- STANDARD CABIN (SHARED BATHROOM)
- STANDARD CABIN (PRIVATE BATHROOM)
- SUPERIOR CABIN (HIGH)
Departure Dates:
- December 2010: 13, 18, 23, 28
- January 2011: 2, 7, 12
Important:
Prices are subject to change based on availability at the time of reservation. All routes are subject to change without notice, due to unexpected circumstances or weather conditions. Please refer to the 'Terms & Conditions' section of our website www.chilepros.com/terms
