Overview
Classic
Antarctica Air-Cruise Expedition
Antarctica, the least frequented but the most beautiful continent in the world becomes accessible to you. With miles of white snow and ice till as far as the eyes can see, its terrain drops to the sea and rises to the mountains with jaw-dropping transitions. As you fill your lungs with the purest of air and feel the welcoming chill on your face, the penguins & whales put on a show for you.
The world first Air-Fly expedition starts from Punta Arenas, the southern tip of Chile where you board a specialized, 4-engine BAE Systems craft to Chile Frei Station. Flying over the Drake Passage saves you 5 days of your precious quality time, giving you more days to explore the continent. The Magellan, a premium cruise liner takes you across fjords (a deep inlet of the sea between high cliffs) and icebergs to King George Island in the South Shetland Islands of Antarctica.
In the ship, all cabins except Porthole cabins feature private balconies. All double cabins except two have two twin beds that can be configured as one king-size bed. All cabins feature a wardrobe, individually controlled heating system, a sitting area, and a private bathroom with shower. The ship contains an observation lounge and presentation room, stellar dining room, a bar, library, meeting room, Anytime Fitness gym, sauna, and a medical clinic.
A fleet of 10 zodiac boats enables embarking/disembarking, and more importantly, proximity to wildlife & exploration. Activities like Sea kayaking and snowshoeing provide a unique thrill, given the landscaping. This experience cannot be found anywhere else in the world. Specialized guides and naturalists make sure that every penny invested in the trip gives you greatly satisfying returns, along with priceless memories.
Highlights
- World first Air-Fly Expedition to Antarctica
- Savor the ultra luxurious Magellan Cruise Liner with 73 grand suites, library, Anytime Fitness Gym, bar, sauna, meeting room and medical clinic, the Magellan provides a superior experience
- Passengers to crew ratio of 5:3, with highly trained and international staff
- Expedition leaders, Botanists, Geologists, Marines, polar guides present throughout the trip to ensure a safe and knowledgeable experience
- Fly over the Drake passage and save 5 days of cruise time
- Abundant opportunities to see exclusive wildlife like penguins, whales and species of seals
- Sea kayaking amidst floating ice chunks, Ice bergs, snow sheets, mountains and fjords. Surround yourself with glaciated peaks and look below at crystal clear waters
- Snowshoeing & Hiking - View the South pole from the highest points.
- 10 zodiac boats present on the ship to ferry you around for exploration or for safety needs