Zodiac boat with tourists navigating through icebergs in Antarctic waters surrounded by glacial ice.
Tourists on a cruise ship deck viewing snow-capped mountains and icebergs in Antarctica's pristine polar waters.
Four Gentoo penguins emerge from icy Antarctic waters near a glacier in Patagonia.
Weddell seal yawning on Antarctic ice with whiskers and flippers visible in natural habitat.
Adult penguin with two fluffy chicks on rocky terrain in Antarctica.
Antarctic seal rests on rocky beach in Patagonia, displaying characteristic whiskers and curious expression.

Classic Antartica Air-Cruise

Summary
8 days
Argentina, Antarctica
November, December, January, February, March

During this navigation we will enjoy a unique experience. We discover the windiest, coldest and most inhospitable continent: Antarctica.

Highlights
Expedition Cruises

This trip includes an expedition cruise

Medium intensity

Moderate physical activity

Fully guided

An experienced guide will be with you throughout the tour.

All Inclusive

Meals, accommodations, and activities included

Small Groups

Less than 20 travelers for a personalized experience

Experienced Guides

Expertos locales liderando el camino

Activities
Photography

Capture stunning vistas and memorable moments

Wildlife Watching

Spot native animals in their natural habitats

Places you will visit

Itinerary

Nota: Las tarifas son por viaje y por persona en Dólares Americanos, según la cabina y ocupación seleccionadas.
Two commercial aircraft with yellow and orange livery parked at an airport hangar under cloudy skies.

Day 1: Start of the Air-Cruise

Arrive in Punta Arenas, Chile, before 2 PM where you are welcomed by ANTARCTICA XXI staff and transferred to your hotel. In the afternoon, you attend a mandatory briefing that provides important information about your voyage and reviews the essential guidelines for Antarctic visitors. Later, gather for a welcome dinner and meet your fellow adventurers while enjoying a typical regional menu.

Magellan Explorer cruise ship navigates icy waters beneath snow-capped peaks in Patagonia.

Day 2: Scheduled flight to Antarctica

We will be taken to the airport in Punta Arenas to board the flight to Frei Base in King George Island. The flight lasts around two hours. After landing we will visit the Chilean Frei Base and the Russian Bellinghausen Base. At Fildes Bay we will gather to board the expedition vessel by means of the Zodiac boats and start our Antarctic adventure.

Group of hikers trekking across snow-covered Antarctic glacier with dramatic snow-capped peaks in background.

Day 3 to 6: Exploring Antarctica

We will start navigating between the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula. Our aim will be to cross the Lemaire Channel and 65° south latitude. During the expedition we will watch marine birds, penguins, seals and whales. We will navigate among fjords and icebergs; we will marvel at the view of the most amazing places such as Isla de Livingston, Isla Cuverville, Isla Decepción, Isla Petermann, Puerto Lockroy, Bahia Paraiso. During this extraordinary experience we will disembark daily in the Zodiac boats and also have informative talks offered by the experts in Antarctica.

Snow-covered Antarctic landscape with blue glacial waters, icebergs, and expedition visitors exploring the pristine white terrain.

Day 7: Scheduled return flight from Antarctica

Return to King George Island and bid farewell to Antarctica before boarding 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).

White church with red roof in Punta Arenas, Patagonia, surrounded by colorful buildings and mountains.

Day 8:End of the Air-Cruise

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

Important Notes

SALIDAS

TEMPORADA 2026/2027

  • Noviembre 2026: 20, 25, 30 (a bordo de Magellan Explorer)

  • Diciembre 2026: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 (a bordo de Magellan Explorer) y 22, 27 (a bordo de Magellan Discoverer)

  • Enero 2027: 4, 9, 14, 19, 24, 29 (a bordo de Magellan Explorer) y 1, 6, 11, 16, 21, 26, 31 (a bordo de Magellan Discoverer)

  • Febrero 2027: 3, 8, 20, 25 (a bordo de Magellan Explorer) y 12, 17, 22, 27 (a bordo de Magellan Discoverer)

  • Marzo 2027: 2 (a bordo de Magellan Explorer)

TEMPORADA 2027/2028

  • Noviembre 2027: 20, 25, 30 (a bordo de Magellan Explorer) y 27 (a bordo de Magellan Discoverer)

  • Diciembre 2027: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 (a bordo de Magellan Explorer) y 2, 7, 12, 17, 22, 27 (a bordo de Magellan Discoverer)

  • Enero 2028: 4, 11, 16, 21, 26, 31 (a bordo de Magellan Explorer) y 1, 6, 13, 18, 23, 28 (a bordo de Magellan Discoverer)

  • Febrero 2028: 5, 10, 22, 27 (a bordo de Magellan Explorer) y 2, 14, 19, 24, 29 (a bordo de Magellan Discoverer)

  • Marzo 2028: 3 (a bordo de Magellan Explorer) y 5 (a bordo de Magellan Discoverer)

Equipaje permitido: en los vuelos hacia y/o desde la Antártida, el peso máximo permitido es de 20kg por persona, incluido el equipaje de mano. Se tomará en custodia el exceso de equipaje, que será devuelto al regreso de Antártida en el puerto/aeropuerto de llegada correspondiente a cada viaje.

Seguro médico: se requiere a los participantes contratar un seguro médico que incluya la evacuación aero-medica de Antártida.

Seguro de cancelación: se recomienda encarecidamente a los participantes contratar un seguro de cancelación del viaje. Los pasajeros deberán completar y firmar un Formulario de Participación on-line, que deberá estar en poder del prestador por lo menos 60 días antes de la fecha de salida del viaje.

Itinerarios: Aún cuando se harán todos los esfuerzos para cumplir con el itinerario programado, se debe tener en cuenta que en este tipo de viajes de aventura a regiones antárticas, impactadas por un clima severo e imprevisible y que la seguridad es siempre un aspecto primordial en cualquier viaje antártico. Por esta razón el prestador de los servicios se reserva el derecho de modificar el itinerario aquí descrito, sin consulta previa, debido a contratiempos climáticos o cualquier otro factor de fuerza mayor que escape del control del prestador de los servicios. Nunca olviden que las conexiones de viajes muy ajustadas en una expedición antártica son poco recomendables. Por esta razón, se sugiere enfáticamente que se tomen boletos aéreos flexibles o con derecho a cambio para el retorno a casa, y en todo caso no reservar un vuelo el mismo día de regreso de la Antártida.

Plan de Contingencia: En el caso que el vuelo hacia o desde Antártida no pueda llevarse a efecto debido a condiciones climáticas, sea en el punto de origen y/o de destino, se aplicará el Plan de Contingencia correspondiente a cada viaje.

Equipo sugerido: En la Península Antártica la temperatura promedio fluctúa alrededor de los 0° C. Debemos tener en cuenta que muchas veces la sensación térmica puede bajar por los fuertes vientos. Es por eso que recomendamos varias capas de ropa abrigada, liviana y chaqueta y pantalón cortavientos como capa exterior. Anteojos con alta protección UV Gorro y bufanda Chaqueta de polar Parka impermeable con gorro Ropa interior térmica Guantes térmicos Pantalón térmico impermeable Calcetines térmicos Ropa interior térmica, incluyendo camisetas y ropa con cuello largo Chaqueta y pantalón polar Traje de baño (para posible baño en aguas termales) Ropa cómoda para usar a bordo (la temperatura media es aprox 20°C) Zapatos cómodos para usar a bordo

Pasajeros individuales: Los pasajeros individuales pueden elegir entre: Reservar una cabina single exclusiva. No se aplica ningún suplemento para el uso individual de las cabinas single exclusivas. Se aplica un suplemento del 85% a la tarifa por persona al reservar para uso individual cabinas Ojo de Buey y Balcón en Magellan Explorer, cabinas dobles en Ocean Nova. Nótese que existen limitaciones de disponibilidad para estas categorías.
Compartir una cabina con otro pasajero del mismo género. Esto está disponible en Magellan Explorer en las cabinas Ojo de Buey y Balcón, en Ocean Nova en cabinas dobles. Nos encargaremos de encontrar el acompañante correspondiente. Los pasajeros que reserven una cabina doble de forma compartida se alojan en habitaciones individuales en el hotel en Punta Arenas, por lo que deben pagar un suplemento de habitación individual de hotel que varía según la salida seleccionada. Le sugerimosque se informe al momento de la reserva.
Nota: los pasajeros individuales que usen máquinas CPAP u otros dispositivos de asistencia, así como aquellos que tienen condiciones que puedan afectar a otros (ronquidos fuertes, sonambulismo, etc.) solo pueden reservar su aero-crucero en una cabina single o en una cabina doble de uso individual. No pueden reservar cabinas dobles de uso compartido.

Included
Flights to and from Antarctica.
Transfers airport / hotel / airport scheduled for the first and last day of the trip.
1 night accommodation in Punta Arenas.
Full board, beverages included and open bar during the cruise.
All excursions are guided.
Lectures and on board entertainment.
Comprehensive pre- and post- departure information.
Provision of rubber boots for landing in Antarctica.
Contingency Plan scheduled for each trip.
Not Included
Personal Insurance.
Personal insurance.
Gratuities.
Extra expenses and optional activities or meals not mentioned in the itinerary.

Pricing

2026-27 Magellan Explorer (2 departures) - Rates per person
From 11/20/2026 until 11/25/2026
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2026-27 Magellan Explorer (4 departures) - Rates per person
From 11/30/2026 until 12/15/2026
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2026-27 Magellan Explorer (3 departures) - Rates per person
From 12/20/2026 until 12/30/2026
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2026-27 Magellan Discoverer (2 departures) - Rates per person
From 12/22/2026 until 12/27/2026
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2026-27 Magellan Discoverer (7 departures) - Rates per person
From 01/01/2027 until 01/31/2027
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2026-27 Magellan Explorer (8 departures) - Rates per person
From 01/04/2027 until 02/08/2027
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2026-27 Magellan Discoverer (3 departures) - Rates per person
From 02/12/2027 until 02/22/2027
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2026-27 Magellan Explorer (2 departures) - Rates per person
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2026-27 Magellan Discoverer (1 departure) - Rates per person
From 02/27/2027 until 02/27/2027
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2026-27 Magellan Explorer (1 departure) - Rates per person
From 03/02/2027 until 03/02/2027
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2027-28 Magellan Explorer (2 departures) - Rates per person
From 11/20/2027 until 11/25/2027
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2027-28 Magellan Discoverer (5 departures) - Rates per person
From 11/27/2027 until 12/17/2027
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2027-28 Magellan Explorer (4 departures) - Rates per person
From 11/30/2027 until 12/15/2027
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2027-28 Magellan Explorer (3 departures) - Rates per person
From 12/20/2027 until 12/30/2027
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2027-28 Magellan Discoverer (2 departures) - Rates per person
From 12/22/2027 until 12/27/2027
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2027-28 Magellan Discoverer (7 departures) - Rates per person
From 01/01/2028 until 02/02/2028
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2027-28 Magellan Explorer (8 departures) - Rates per person
From 01/04/2028 until 02/10/2028
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2027-28 Magellan Discoverer (4 departures) - Rates per person
From 02/14/2028 until 02/29/2028
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2027-28 Magellan Explorer (2 departures) - Rates per person
From 02/22/2028 until 02/27/2028
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2027-28 Magellan Explorer (1 departure) - Rates per person
From 03/03/2028 until 03/03/2028
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2027-28 Magellan Discoverer (1 departure) Rates per person
From 03/05/2028 until 03/05/2028
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