⏳ DURATION
10 days y 9 nights
❄️ REGION
Antarctic Peninsula
Antarctic Circle
South Shetland Islands
🛫 STARTS IN
Punta Arenas, Chile
🚢 VESSEL
Magellan Explorer or Ocean Nova
📅 SEASON
January – February 2026
February 2027
💲 FROM
USD 15.995 per person
A unique expedition to the southernmost reaches of Antarctica — with the chance to cross the Antarctic Circle.
This 10-day itinerary begins in Punta Arenas, Chile, where you’ll take a flight to King George Island, avoiding the rough waters of the Drake Passage.
From there, you’ll board a boutique expedition vessel bound for the far south of the Antarctic Peninsula.
Over several days, you’ll navigate among glaciers, fjords, and secluded bays alongside expert polar guides.
If conditions allow, you’ll cross the 66° South parallel, venturing into landscapes and ecosystems few have ever witnessed.
The route is flexible, adapting to weather and ice conditions, making every journey truly one of a kind.
Note: This experience is operated by Antarctica21.
At Ecordua, we help you coordinate and design your entire trip, including availability checks, logistics, and pre- and post-cruise travel arrangements.
Get in touch and let’s start planning your Antarctic adventure.
Itinerary
Arrive in Punta Arenas before 2:00 PM. The Antarctica21 team will welcome you and transfer you to your hotel.
In the afternoon, attend a mandatory briefing at the Explorers House, where you’ll receive important details about the expedition and guidelines for visiting Antarctica.
Enjoy a welcome dinner featuring local cuisine and meet your expedition team and fellow travelers.
Take a two-hour flight to King George Island, in the South Shetland Islands.
After landing, enjoy a short transfer past the Frei (Chile) and Bellingshausen (Russia) research stations to the coast, where a Zodiac will take you to your expedition vessel.
Sail between the South Shetland Islands and the western coast of the Antarctic Peninsula, visiting fjords, glaciers, and wildlife-rich bays.
Each day, disembark by Zodiac for guided walks, wildlife observation, and explorations led by expert polar guides.
The goal of this voyage is to travel as far south as possible in an attempt to cross the Antarctic Circle.
The route is planned daily according to weather and ice conditions, with possible visits to places such as the Gerlache Strait, Penola Strait, Antarctic Sound, and Crystal Sound.
Return to King George Island, bid farewell to Antarctica, and fly back to Punta Arenas.
Transfer to your hotel for an overnight stay.
(Note: Dinner in Punta Arenas is not included)
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your outbound flight.
What to know
ESSENTIALS OF THIS JOURNEY
Crossing the Antarctic Circle means reaching a place few human beings have ever set foot on.
Your journey begins in Punta Arenas, where we’ll welcome you before your direct flight to King George Island.
There, you’ll board a boutique expedition vessel that will take you to the far south of the Antarctic Peninsula.
Forget the Drake Passage: in just two hours, you’ll be breathing Antarctic air and preparing to enter a world where ice, light, and silence create an atmosphere like nowhere else on Earth.
Each day brings something different: Zodiac excursions, guided walks in remote locations, and scenic navigation through channels and fjords on the route toward the 66° South parallel.
You won’t need to worry about a thing: everything is taken care of so you can simply enjoy the experience in a safe, comfortable, and exclusive environment.
Operated by Antarctica21, pioneers of air-cruises to Antarctica and our trusted partners for reaching the farthest destinations.
If you’d like to receive the full details, just reach out. We’ll help you build the journey that’s right for you.
Other experiences in Antarctica
Looking for a different way to explore the White Continent?
This itinerary is just one of the ways you can experience Antarctica.
You may also want to consider:
Classic Antarctica Air-Cruise
Explore the Antarctic Peninsula on an 8-day journey. Fly from Punta Arenas to King George Island and sail among glaciers, islands, and unique wildlife.
View Classic Antartic Itinerary →
Antarctica Express Air-Cruise
A shorter, more accessible expedition. Sail from Ushuaia, cross the Drake Passage, and fly back from King George Island.
Antarctica & South Georgia Air-Cruise
An epic 18-day journey combining the Antarctic Peninsula with the rugged beauty and rich wildlife of South Georgia Island.
View Antarctica & South Georgia Itinerary →
Not sure which one is right for you?
Contact us, and we’ll help you choose the best route for your travel style and interests.
Combine it with other destinations in Chile
From the Andes to the end of the world.
At Ecordua, we help you design a fully personalized trip.
Before or after your Antarctic expedition, we can organize a tailor-made experience in some of Chile’s most iconic and off-the-beaten-path destinations:
– Wine valleys and boutique hotels near Santiago
– Patagonia adventures in Torres del Paine or Aysén
– The Atacama Desert: salt flats, volcanoes, and starry skies
– Art, history, and food in Santiago or Valparaíso
But what truly sets us apart is how we work.
We handle everything for you:
Flights, handpicked hotels, excursions, private transfers, restaurant bookings, entrance tickets, insurance — everything.
Real people, real advice:
You’ll be supported by a dedicated travel expert from day one.
We can meet by email, video call, or even in person at our office in Santiago.
Genuine travel experiences:
We create the kind of trips we’d love to take ourselves — authentic, personal, and far from the crowds.
No tourist traps. Just real moments in incredible places.
Why travel with Antarctica 21?
At Ecordua, we’ve chosen to work with Antarctica21 because we believe they offer the best way to experience Antarctica from Chile — not just for their operations, but for what they represent.
– A Chilean company based in Punta Arenas, with deep roots in the region
– Pioneers of the air-cruise model, avoiding the rough Drake Passage and making the journey more comfortable and efficient
– Small boutique ships, carrying no more than 76 guests — faster landings, personalized service, no crowds
– A team of passionate experts: polar guides, naturalists, captains, and crew
– A strong commitment to responsible and sustainable travel in fragile ecosystems
Antarctica21 is a full member of IAATO and a CarbonNeutral® certified company. Their model is built on comfort, adaptability, and respect for nature.
For us, it’s simple: if you’re going to step onto the seventh continent, we want you to do it right — with people who truly know and care about where they’re taking you.
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