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Inaugural Air-Cruise
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OperatorAntarctica21
ShipMagellan Discoverer
DepartureDec 15, 2026
ReturnDec 24, 2026
Duration10 days
EmbarkationPunta Arenas, Chile
RegionsDrake Passage · South Shetland Islands

Route

⚓ Punta Arenas ⚓ Frei Station ✈ Ushuaia

Day by day

Day 1 — Start of the air-cruise

Your journey begins in Punta Arenas, Chile. Sail along the Strait of Magellan towards Cape Froward, the southernmost tip of the American landmass, and continue south. These areas are home to Magellanic penguins, cormorants and other seabirds.

Day 2 — Explore Southern Patagonia

Escorted by Peale's dolphins, the ship will navigate along the Glacier Alley, offering an opportunity for a Zodiac excursion at the Garibaldi Glacier.

Days 3 — Beagle Channel

After spending some free time in Ushuaia, the ship sets sail along the Beagle channel towards Antarctica.

Day 4-5 — Drake Passage

Sail the Drake Passage and reach the South Shetland Islands in Antarctica.

Day 6-8 — Explore Antarctica

Cruise between the South Shetland Islands and the western coast of the Antarctic Peninsula, sailing along ice-filled fjords and among spectacular icebergs. Each day, disembark by Zodiac and explore the landscape. The Expedition Team sets the voyage route to take advantage of the ever-changing opportunities provided by Nature, crafting a unique and extraordinary experience on each landing.

Day 9 — Scheduled return flight from Antarctica

Return to King George Island and board the flight back to Punta Arenas. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel for the night. (Note: Meals in Punta Arenas are at your leisure and not included in the program).

Day 10 — End of the air-cruise

After breakfast, a transfer takes you to the Punta Arenas airport for your onward flight.

Cabin offers

Cabin Occupancy Price (per person) Promo Availability Source
Lowest available (from rate)Best price $12,995 available Antarctica21 View at operator
Family Veranda Suite triple $12,995 sold out Antarctica21
Triple Veranda Suite triple $12,995 sold out Antarctica21
Deluxe Veranda Cabin - Female Share $16,995 available Antarctica21 View at operator
Deluxe Veranda Cabin double $16,995 sold out Antarctica21
Single Veranda Cabin single $18,995 sold out Antarctica21
Grand Veranda Suite double $18,995 sold out Antarctica21

Prices are captured from operator websites and may change — the operator's site is authoritative. Captured Jul 6, 2026 11:38 UTC.

$12,995 per person · Lowest available (from rate) · Antarctica21
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