Antarctic Express Air-Cruise
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Overview
Highlights
- Experience sail through the Drake Passage en route to King George Island
- Opportunity to sail South Shetland Islands , while enjoying the company of sea birds
- Explore King George Island
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Trip includes
- 4 nights cabin accommodations
- All meals aboard ship
- Guided excursions per itinerary
- Flight Frei Station - Punta Arenas
- 1 night hotel Punta Arenas
Itinerary
Board the vessel (Ocean Nova or Hebridean Sky) in Ushuaia and sail along the Beagle Channel towards Puerto Williams, Chile, the southernmost town in the world. Explore the surroundings before setting sail to Cape Horn. Cross the mythical waters of the Drake Passage an...
After an overnight crossing of Nassau Bay, you awake in full view of legendary Cape Horn! Weather permitting, board a Zodiac and be one of the few privileged adventurers to step foot on this famous and rarely visited island. Back on board, set sail towards Antarctica and cross the famous passage named in honor of Sir Francis Drake, the great 16th century British explorer.
As you sail through the Drake Passage en route to King George Island, in the South Shetland Islands, attend an engaging program of lectures and presentations. In the company of expert guides, watch for wildlife from the glass-enclosed lounge or from the outside decks....
After crossing the Antarctic Convergence, the environment changes noticeably. Keep your camera ready, as this is the time to watch for the first icebergs and the first sight of Antarctic land. Reaching the South Shetland Islands, sail in ice-filled bays, while enjoyin...
Upon reaching King George Island, disembark at Fildes Bay and explore the area, such as the Chilean Base Frei and the Russian Base Bellingshausen. Bid farewell to Antarctica before boarding the flight back to Punta Arenas, Chile. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. (Note: Meals in Punta Arenas are not included in the program.)
Hotel pickup and transfer to the Punta Arenas Airport.
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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
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- Meals in Punta Arenas
Accommodation
M/V Ocean Nova is a modern and comfortable expedition vessel. She was built in Denmark in 1992 to sail the ice-choked waters of Greenland. She was fully refurbished in 2006 and has since benefitted from annual upgrades and improvements. Her ice-strengthened hull is ideally suited for expedition travel in Antarctica. In addition to a glass-enclosed observation lounge and presentation room, Ocean Nova also has a spacious dining room, a bar, a library, a small gym, and an infirmary. The ship has a fleet of seven Zodiac boats that are well suited for disembarking and wildlife watching. All guests aboard Ocean Nova are accommodated in comfortable outside cabins, with three cabin categories: dedicated single, twin and triple cabins. All cabins feature a picture window, a writing desk with chair, a wardrobe, individually controlled heating system, and a private bathroom with shower. Ocean Nova cruises include: Classic Antarctica Air-Cruise - 8 days/7 nights - Flying from Punta Arenas over Cape Horn and the mythical waters of the Drake Passage, the Classic Antarctica Air-Cruises take you to Frei Station where you embark on your Antarctic cruise. Return to Punta Arenas by air. Fifteen departures are offered during the 2017-18 season, eleven aboard Ocean Nova and four aboard Hebridean Sky. Polar Circle Air-Cruise - 10 days/9 nights - Flying over Cape Horn and the mythical waters of the Drake Passage, the Polar Circle Air-Cruises take you to one of the most spectacular and remotest places on earth - Antarctica. Sail to the far south, and be one of the few adventurous travellers to cross the Antarctic Circle. Return by air to Punta Arenas, Chile. Three departures are offered during the 2017-18 season aboard Ocean Nova. Antarctica Express - 6 days/5 nights - Leaving from Ushuaia, the 2017-18 Antarctica Express Air-Cruises take you through the Beagle Channel and to legendary Cape Horn. From there you cross the mythical waters of the Drake Passage and spend a day in one of the most spectacular places on earth - Antarctica. Four departures are offered during the 2017-18 season, two aboard Ocean Nova and two aboard Hebridean Sky.
Technical details: Passengers: 72, maximum Expedition Staff & Crew: 46 Lifeboats: 2 fully-enclosed, capacity - 110 and 4 life rafts, capacity - 100 Length: 73.0 m Breadth: 11.0 m Ice Class: 1B, EO (Hull Ice 1A) Cruising Speed: 12 knots in open water
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